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  • John Lowe avatar

    The Parable Of The Mustard Seed Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 6, 2012
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     | 18,139 views

    This parable expresses the small beginnings of the kingdom of God and the large increase and growth of it. The kingdom grows believer by believer. And now, He describes what it is like. “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a man planted in

    The Parable of the Mustard Seed Today, we are going to look at one of the parables that Jesus gave, and it is probably one that most people are familiar with; the Parable of the Mustard seed. Both Matthew and Mark recorded it in their Gospel. Matthew begins with this brief dialogue by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gambler

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 28, 2009
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    Greatest wager of all time: JESUS risked the future destiny of all mankind on 12 men! He’s still gambling...on us!

    The Gambler Mark 3:13-19 Mark 3:13-19 13 Jesus went up on a mountainside and called to him those he wanted, and they came to him. 14 He appointed twelve-- designating them apostles-- that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach 15 and to have authority to drive out ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Philip The Apostle Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 7, 2022
     | 2,575 views

    Of the four Gospels, Philip figures most prominently in the Gospel of John. Jesus asks Philip how to feed the 5,000 people. Later he appears as a link to the Greek community. Philip bore a Greek name, may have spoken Greek and may have been known to the Greek pilgrims in Jerusalem.

    Philip the Apostle (Not to be confused with Philip the Evangelist.) Saint Philip the Apostle Apostle and Martyr Born 3 AD Bethsaida, Galilee, Roman Empire Died 80 AD Hierapolis, Asia, Roman Empire Venerated in Anglicanism Catholicism Eastern Orthodoxy Oriental ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary's Little Lamb

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015
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    A play on the children's poem but showing how the Lamb was white as snow

    Mary’s Little Lamb John 1:29 Last week Gail Thomas came up to me and gave me a sermon topic. It was just a question and she may not yet know what I’m talking about. Today I am going to preach that sermon. Mary had a little lamb, who’s fleece was white as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Will Not Be Outdone In Generosity

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 25, 2015
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     | 4,374 views

    The revolutionary call of Jesus to us is to act with power and authority to bring God's love to the world.

    Fourth Sunday in Course 2014 The Courage to Be Astonished When I consider the words of the Holy Gospel today, I wonder if any of us can really understand the feelings that overwhelmed the Jews who heard Jesus preaching on this day nearly two thousand years ago. It’s a bit like going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Bruised But Not Broken

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
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    A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench...

    Bruised but not Broken Matthew 12:10-21 And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him. 11 And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    What Is The Gospel? (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 6, 2023
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     | 1,752 views

    1 Corinthians 15:1-11 teaches us what is the gospel.

    Introduction This is Passion Week in which we particularly remember the final week of Jesus Christ. Throughout this 2023 Passion Week, I want to consider the following text written by the Apostle Paul: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Scripture Let us read 1 Corinthians 15:1-11: 1 Now I would remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Held Together

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 2, 2025
     | 406 views

    Jesus holds the universe together, and he holds us together.

    Sermon Manuscript: “Held Together” Text: Colossians 1:15–23 INTRODUCTION: The Bridge That Should Have Fallen Church, I want to begin today by telling you a story that takes us back over 140 years. In 1869, construction began on one of the most ambitious architectural projects of the time—the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Values Of A Nation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 22, 2024
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     | 2,436 views

    This is the 1st Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

    Series: Social Justice [#1] THE VALUES OF A NATION Amos 1:1 Introduction: I have been praying and wrestling with God over our next study. The topics from the Book of Amos are not popular. Amos is a very relevant and practical Book of the Bible. Amos wrote this during a time like ours- A time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Importance Of The House Of God

    Contributed by Nishal Maharaj on Oct 11, 2025
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    Beloved, the house of God is not just a building — it’s where God’s presence dwells, worship rises, and lives are changed.

    Preaching: Why the House of God Matters Introduction: “The House of God is not just a building. It is where heaven meets earth — where His presence dwells, where our faith grows, and where our lives are blessed. If we want to walk in power, protection, and peace, we must honor, value, and stay ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Consecrated Service

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 1, 2000
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,896 views

    A challenge to a life committed to serving God

    “Who Then Is Willing To Consecrate His Service This Day Unto The Lord” 1 Chronicles 29:5 Paul was & did! Why? Because of … 1. The God who called him. · (John 6:44 ) No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day. · (Isa 1:18 ) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking For A Sign Or A Guide

    Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,171 views

    This message speaks to the believer about their reaponsibility to reach the lost.

    Looking For A Sign Or A Guide Text: Matt. 16:1-4 “The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting desired him that he would shew them a sign from heaven.” “He answered and said unto them, When it is eneving, ye say, It will be fair weather: for the sky is red.” “And in the morning, It ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Picture Of Real Ministry

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,248 views

    We see in this passage what real ministry is all about as Paul encourages this new church in Thessalonica.

    A Picture of Real Ministry I Thes. 2:1-12 I. The Boldness of Paul’s Ministry (v. 1-2) A. Paul was confident of his ministry to the Thessalonians for several reasons. (v. 1) 1. It was a fruitful ministry because people had been saved. (1:5b-6) 2. They were a vibrant church that influenced other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Opposition

    Contributed by Lisa Foy on Jan 20, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,619 views

    Opposition and problems are a part of life, it is important that we learn how to overcome problems through Christ.

    When Paul went into Ephesus he encountered a set of problems with a throng of people behind it. Paul states that he wanted at times to throw his hands up and go home. Most of his problems came from people that were unwilling to change. 2 Corinthians 1:8-9 Paul explains that we are not going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Truth Vs. Tradition

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009
     | 3,477 views

    Political Activism vs. Personal Witnessng

    Tradition: The Christian can change the world through Political Activism Truth: The Christian can change the world through Personal Witnessing Although both of the above statements appear to be true, the Truth as found in Scripture is definitely on the side of Personal Witnessing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible