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    Finding The Lost Series

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 10, 2022
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    We are happy to look for the lost. We are happy that Jesus, at least, is willing to venture out to find those who have strayed and to bring them home for a celebration. The problem is, at some point, many of us give up on the lost. We give up, but Jesus Goes to get you, to find the lost.

    Finding the Lost Having Words with Jesus FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR C Luke 15:1-10 The Story of the Lost Sheep 15 1-3 By this time a lot of men and women of questionable reputation were hanging around Jesus, listening intently. The Pharisees and religion scholars were not pleased, not ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 21, 2022
     | 1,629 views

    A sermon for the Sunday after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 24

    September 11, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 15:1-10 Lost and Found Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Several years ago, the owner of a winning Powerball ticket worth $100,000 went to claim his winnings. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Lost And Found Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023
     | 1,191 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    "Lost and Found" Luke 15:1-10 A sermon for 10/30/22 – All Saint’s Sunday Pastor John Bright Harmony & Swansonville UMC Luke 15 1 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 29, 2023
     | 1,185 views

    Not everybody who is lost wants to be found, and when God finds us, we often rebel - at first - against being brought home.

    Have any of you ever tried to put an injured cat into a carrying case to take it to the vet? How many of you got scratched for your pains? It doesn’t seem quite fair, does it? All you’re trying to do is help. Animals are supposed to be so intuitive; many people claim they can actually smell ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Paradise Lost Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 2, 2023
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    Because of our sin, we can’t come in; but since Jesus died on the cross to take our sin, we can now come in.

    Paradise Lost Genesis 3:22-24 Rev. Brian Bill April 1-2, 2023 Many of you know that I have four sisters and no brothers. Do you feel my pain? Growing up, the only good thing about this arrangement was that I’m the oldest. Being a brother, I was always on the lookout for ways to bother my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lost Coin Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 21, 2023
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    In imitating God, the church should pour out lavish generosity and joy in response to any conversion.

    INTRODUCTION • Have you ever lost something? • Something you needed or valued? • Well, you are not alone! • According to a survey from a few years ago, Americans " spend 2.5 days a year looking for misplaced items.” • The most misplaced items are “TV remotes (45%), phones (33%), car & ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Loyalty Lost?

    Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 18, 2024
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    Loyalty, by definition, means unswerving in allegiance: such as faithful allegiance to your country, to your spouse and family, to your school, to your church, to your work.

    Friends in Christ, Loyalty, by definition, means unswerving in allegiance: such as faithful allegiance to your country, to your spouse and family, to your school, to your church, to your work. Loyalty is not this: In heaven they faced God, who wanted to know what they believed in. The German ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Engaging The Lost Series

    Contributed by James Chandler on Sep 24, 2024
     | 522 views

    For what advantage is it to a person if they gain the whole world, Yet lose their soul? Luke 9:25

    Christianity is Just a Crutch "Life is fine the way it is. I have no need of anything. I can stand on my own two feet. I don't need Jesus Christ." For what advantage is it to a person if they gain the whole world, yet lose their soul? Luke 9:25 Health, family, material ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lost Or Broken

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 10, 2025
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    You may be too high to be saved or used, but never too low.

    Last night at our men's discipleship group one of the lads brought up the announcement of Christ's birth to the shepherds. It was opposite of most grand announcements of royal births. Usually, they came from the king to his court and nobles and then it would filter down to the least of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reaching The Lost Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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     | 887 views

    Everyone matters in the kingdom of God, even sinners and tax collectors. There is great rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents.

    Hey, friends! You know that feeling when you're working on a puzzle and you just can't find that last piece? It's so frustrating, right? Well, that's kind of how God feels when one of His children is lost. He wants everyone to be a part of His kingdom, and He rejoices when someone who was lost ...read more

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    Hope Is Not Lost PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,255 views

    Encourage trust in God's plan, emphasizing that our hope, joy, and peace come from Him alone, even in uncertain times.

    Good morning, Church family! We're going to dwell in the Book of Romans today, specifically Romans 15:13 that says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Isn't that a comforting, reassuring ...read more

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    The Lost Coin PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,720 views

    Emphasize the immense value of every individual in God's eyes and the importance of seeking the lost and rejoicing in their return to Him.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to delve into a passage from Luke 15, where Jesus shares the Parable of the Lost Coin. This passage highlights three important themes: The Joy of Finding the Lost, The Value of the Lost, and The Celebration of the Lost. C.S. Lewis once said, "There ...read more

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    Lost And Found PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 915 views

    Explores God's relentless love, His pursuit of the lost, and His promise of salvation, as illustrated in the parable of the lost sheep.

    Good morning, dear family of God. As we gather here today, let's take a moment to be still in His presence, to feel His love surrounding us, to listen to His voice whispering to our souls. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. This is a sacred moment, a moment to connect with our ...read more

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    The Lost Son PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 746 views

    Explores recognizing our sins, seeking reconciliation with God, and experiencing restoration through repentance, as illustrated by the parable of The Prodigal Son.

    Good morning, beloved. I want to invite you today to open your hearts and your Bibles to a familiar passage, a tale that resonates with each one of us. It's a story that echoes in the chambers of our hearts, a narrative that mirrors our own struggles, failures, and triumphs. It's a story that ...read more

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    Reaching The Lost Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,115 views

    This sermon explores Jesus's teachings on the value of every individual in the kingdom of God, emphasizing the joy in heaven over a sinner's repentance, and encourages believers to view and treat all lives as precious.

    As we get started today I want you to think about the last time you lost something really valuable. What was it? How did it make you feel? And what did you do to find it again? What was your response when you finally found it again? In today’s passage Jesus also talks about things that have gotten ...read more

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