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  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Serial Seed Sowers Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 21, 2014
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    First in a series of messages that examine Jesus' parables from the perspective of a minor or unsympathetic character.

    Several years ago I came across a book by J. Ellsworth Kalas titled Parables from the Back Side. The author’s introduction to the book begins with these words: Familiarity doesn’t always breed contempt, as the saying puts it, but it often breeds something potentially worse, the glazed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Omniscience Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 23, 2021
     | 3,901 views

    A series looking at God's character. Today we look at His omniscience.

    God’s Character January 24, 2021 As a parent there are certain things that are most important when it comes to my children. If I asked you about what comes to mind first - as aunts, uncles, grandparents or parents . . . obviously, we want them to be healthy, happy, content with life, a Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "getting Too Friendly With Sinners"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 31, 2022
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    Jesus' two parables in Luke 15:1-10 are about the character of God.

    “Getting too Friendly with Sinners” Luke 15:1-10 Imagine living in Jesus’ world and imagine being labeled a “sinner” in that world. Now, I think we stumble over that term in this context because according to Christian doctrine we are all sinners, right? But this wasn’t necessarily the way ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Prelude To God's Wrath Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 26, 2022
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    It is important to understand the character of God and one of the critical characteristics is His holy and perfect judgments.

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We come tonight to the Fifteenth Chapter of Revelation. In just a few weeks from now, it will be Thanksgiving and in just 7 weeks from now, it will be Christmas. Those wonderful days of celebration and festivities ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Thanksgiving 2010

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025
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    "Gratitude is the least remembered of all virtues, and is the acid test of character” (Elmer Towns).

    A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 17:11-19 1. “Gratitude is the least remembered of all virtues, and is the acid test of character.” 2. A grateful heart of thanksgiving opens many different doors. a. Service, Dr. Clate Risley. b. Friendship. c. Promotion. 3. Thanksgiving is a relative response. Some are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith That Waits For God’s Timing Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 27, 2025
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    God’s delays are by design to develop godly character and deepen our dependence on Him

    Last Sunday in our Dust to Life series we saw how Joseph’s fear of the Lord and godly convictions brought him through Potiphar’s wife's seductive siege. However, when she didn’t get her way with him and instead accused him of the wrongdoing, Potiphar had him thrown in jail. We don’t know ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spirit-Filled Living In A Carnal World Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
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    A Spirit-filled life is one that overcomes the pull of the world and reflects the character and nature of Christ.

    SPIRIT-FILLED LIVING IN A CARNAL WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:5-8, Galatians 5:16-25, Ephesians 5:18, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world where carnal desires are glorified, and spiritual values are often mocked or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Where Are You In The Strip Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 3, 2013
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    This is the first week of our "Peanuts" series and this week we are looking at the attitudes of some of the Peanuts characters, the apostles and us.

    How many of you grew up with “Peanuts”? Not the ground nuts that people are allergic to but Charlie Brown and his crew? From as far back as I can remember Charlie Brown has been a part of my life, when I was a kid a part of our Christmas traditions was to watch A Charlie Brown ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Unshakeable Men (An Unshakeable Hope)

    Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Jun 21, 2022
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    We need men of principles, character, values and a good example for many. As we celebrate Father's Day 2022, let's look at the examples of 3 Bible characters and learn from their lives how can we be an Unshakeable Men.

    Intro: Good morning and Happy Father’s Day. Every 3rd Sunday of June our world celebrates the manhood of every father in the world. We celebrate their genuine love, their sacrifice to establish their own family and the good examples that they showed that mold us into responsible adults. We have our ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Gifts Of Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Oct 30, 2021
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    The Fruit of the Spirit pertains to the believer’s character, while the Gifts of the Spirit pertain to the believer’s service.

    I Corinthians 12:8-10 • Last Sunday we finished up talking about the Fruit of the Spirit. Today we will talk about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. • The Fruit of the Spirit pertains to the believer’s character, while the Gifts of the Spirit pertain to the believer’s service. • Let’s get ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 24, 2009
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     | 17,069 views

    There is a process in our becoming all that God credated us to be. This is the human side of the divine change.

    James 1:2-4, 22-25 “Perseverance” INTRODUCTION When it comes to travel, I think many of us are highway people. We want to go the fastest way possible in order to get to our destination as quickly as we can. We aren’t really interested in seeing the sights or stopping at the tourist ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Thought You Wanted, "To Go Fishing", (You Haven’t Even Baited Your Hook)

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 23, 2011
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    If My name is lifted up, Jesus said “I will draw all men unto me” Think about it, God gave us the easy part, He’s the one with the real challenge. Its funny how human nature is, anytime were involved in it, we always think that we have the hard part!

    “I thought you wanted to go FISHING” (you haven’t even baited your hook.) Mark 1:16-20 NKJ. 16. And as He walked by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. 17. Then Jesus said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you become ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Underdog

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 13, 2009
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     | 14,715 views

    How does the underdog become the overachiever?

    THE UNDERDOG 1st Samuel 17:1-50 INTRODUCTION: There’s no need to fear! Underdog is here! Remember that cartoon? We enjoyed seeing the puny dog take on the villains and accomplish impossible feats of strength and daring do. We like to root for the underdog. We like to see the little guy beat the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bruce Ritter avatar

    The Gracious King Series

    Contributed by Bruce Ritter on May 20, 2002
    based on 125 ratings
     | 8,433 views

    There are 3 proofs of His right to royalty in Matthew 1: His Coming, His Claim, & His Character.

    The Gracious King A Study of Matthew’s Gospel Matthew 1:1-17 A crown, a robe, or a scepter usually identifies kingly royalty. King James V of Scotland would on occasion lay aside the royal robe of king and put on the simple robe of a peasant. In such a disguise, he was able to move freely about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Moth Eaten Garments; Cankered Gold And Silver

    Contributed by Greg Irby on Jun 15, 2013
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    You can tell what a man's attitude is and a lot about his character by his relationship to money.

    MOTH EATEN GARMENTS; CANKERED GOLD AND SILVER JAMES 5:1-6 Text: James 5:3 James 5:3 3 Your gold and silver is cankered; and the rust of them shall be a witness against you, and shall eat your flesh as it were fire. Ye have heaped treasure together for the last days. Introduction: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist