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  • Hal Seed avatar

    The Prodigal Father Series

    Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 34,516 views

    Sermon’s purpose is to move people to love God by showing the amazing love of the Prodigal Father.

    [This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prodigal's Father Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,706 views

    The prodigal’s father was not only warm and welcoming but waiting for him to come home.

    The father of the prodigal Luke 15:11-32 A candidate for church membership was asked by the committee, “What part of the Bible, do you like the best?” He said, “I like the New Testament.” Then he was asked, “What Book in the New Testament is your favorite?” He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Perfect Father

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 16, 2025
     | 187 views

    In the story of the proigal son, Jesus tells us about the heart of the Father.

    A Perfect Father Luke 15 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams 6-15-2025 Happy Father’s Day Good morning! I would like to wish you a Happy Father’s Day. In 1909, Sonora Dodd sat through in church listening to a Mother’s day sermon and wondered to herself why there wasn’t a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Father's Love

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,219 views

    The enduring love of our Heavenly Father.

    A Father’s Love Luke 15:11-32 I. The father gave his son freedom to choose A. Even though the son’s actions were impulsive, the father did not stand in the way - The father respected his son’s independence enough to let him choose his own way - man chooses his own destiny - The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Perfect Father

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 15, 2001
    based on 184 ratings
     | 29,750 views

    In this message we will see what we can learn about fatherhood from the perfect father...

    The Perfect Father "Be imitators of God...." Eph 5:1 Introduction "You, " said the doctor to his patient, "are in terrible shape you’ve got to do something about it. First, tell your wife to cook more nutritious meals. Stop working like a dog. Also inform your wife you’re going to make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Father Of Vision

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 31, 2001
    based on 140 ratings
     | 8,569 views

    Joseph was not the biological Father of Jesus, but he certainly was a good example of the CHARACTERISTICS OF A VISIONARY FATHER.

    The first two chapters of Matthew’s gospel contain five different dreams or visions. FOUR OF THESE DIVINE DREAMS WERE GIVEN TO JOSEPH - THE EARTHLY FATHER OF JESUS. It is clear to see that Joseph was a father of vision - God’s vision! Joseph had a particular responsibility among men. He would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    The Father Figure

    Contributed by James May on Jun 6, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 14,763 views

    Father’s Day sermon for 2001.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Prodigal's Father

    Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 13, 2001
    based on 779 ratings
     | 68,902 views

    The prodigal son’s father illustrates the qualities fathers need to display toward their children and also reveals the nature of our Heavenly Father.

    THE PRODIGAL’S FATHER LUKE 15:11-24 I. THE PROVIDER OF THE FAMILY A. The father was the Master of the house -he stood answerable to God for the well being of his family -as dads, we need to realize we are the provider of our family and stand accountable to God B. A working man who provided ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Forgiving Father

    Contributed by Jim Pye on Mar 20, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,519 views

    Lectionary : Lent 4

    25/3/01 6 p.m. Luke 15:1-3,11-32. 151Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." 3Then Jesus told them this parable:... 11 "There was a man who had two sons. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    A Father's Love

    Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,186 views

    A Look at the story of the Prodigal Son through the eys of the Father

    A Father’s Love: The Story of the Prodigal Son Many of us still remember our fathers even if they are no longer among us. We remember the look he gave us when he would discipline us knowing the pain it caused him, as he would carry out whatever punishment would be coming. I often remember the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    In The Father's Hands

    Contributed by Gordon Ross on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 7,776 views

    A message on the security of our salvation being in the Father’s hands. Also, encouraging us to put other issues of life in the hands of God.

    John 10:22-30 A. Most things are best left in the hand of the pros. Sports, repairs, music, etc. B. The same item in different hands can bring about different results. C. That principle certainly applies to our redemption. I. Our Salvation is in the Hands of God A. He knew us from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Johnson avatar

    The God And Father

    Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 24, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,916 views

    The Lord is presented as both God and Father and thus adequate to meet all our needs.

    In I Corinthians Paul twice promises that he would come to Corinth. Since that time, a long period has passed and the Corinthians wonder if he will ever come. He has put some heavy things on them in the first epistle and being unable to come in person he writes to encourage them in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Hello Father Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,474 views

    Part 12 of Sermon on the Mount, an introduction to the Lords Prayer

    Matthew 6:5 And when you pray. Prayer,what is prayer? Roger Babson "Prayer is the greatest unused power in the world." Charles Trumbell "Prayer is realising the energies of God." Phillip Brooks "prayer is in it’s simplest definition, is merely a wish turned heavenward." Samuel Coolridge "Prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Everlasting Father

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 15,332 views

    What does the title "Everlasting Father" tell us about Jesus?

    This morning, we continue our Advent sermon series. We’ve been studying the names of Christ found in the Old Testament book of Isaiah: "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Honouring Fathers

    Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Jun 16, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 6,725 views

    A Father’s Day sermon to challenge men to be the servant leaders, the prophets, priests and kings in the homes. To be men of integrity, rising boldly in their anointing and God given role in the homes, church and workplace.

    Introduction: Today is Father’s Day and a special time to pause and honour our fathers: these very special people in our lives and families. I want to use this opportunity to challenge men to be the servant leaders, the prophets, priests and kings in the homes. To be men of integrity, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic