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  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    Contrasting Characteristics Of The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 8, 2025
     | 133 views

    In response to a question from the Pharisees, Jesus discusses some contrasting realities of the Kingdom of God

    Thoughts of kingdoms Human drawn Boundaries (interesting, we don’t see any boundaries when looking from space) Leaders Governing systems and structures Maybe languages when it comes to thinking about the Kingdom of God, what does that mean? As we have on a few other occasions in our study of Luke, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Freedom From The Burden Of Worry Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 8, 2025
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    Fear and anxiety are things that can have an unhealthy grip on our lives. In this passage, Jesus teaches his followers how we can be free from the burden of worrty.

    In 1988, Bobby McFerrin released a song entitled “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” It was inspired by the teachings of an Indian Guru who used to tell his followers “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” McFerrin’s song was quickly written and recorded. It was released as an Adult Contemporary song where it made it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Interpreting The Times Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 22, 2025
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     | 478 views

    In His continuing discussion on having an eternal perspective, Jesus urges His listeners to recognize the times, seek reconciliation through repentance and respond by bearing fruit.

    Humanity’s ability to predict the weather has improved over the centuries. Simple observations of general weather patterns and seasonal shifts have evolved into highly technological advancements that allow us to predict or provide some best guesses regarding pending weather events several days in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Extent Of Love Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jul 21, 2025
     | 411 views

    We are call to love God with all that we are and to love others as ourselves, but how? This sermon looks at the extent of loving God and loving others and reflects on the vast extent of Jesus' love for us.

    Luke 10:25–37 ESV And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” He said to him, “What is written in the Law? How do you read it?” And he answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Portion Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 5, 2025
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    What is the necessary, good thing in our relationship with Jesus?

    I have a problem - a problem with serving food. I always want the bigger portion - if I’m pouring drinks for Danielle and me - I’ll take the one that’s a bit more. If I’m plating food, I’ll put a bit more on my plate. Now, I know she eats less than I do - basically everyone in my house eats less ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lord Of The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 24, 2025
     | 519 views

    The rhythms that God laid out for his people included a day of rest called the Sabbath. In Luke 6:1-11, Jesus has two confrontations with the Pharisees about what is allowed on the Sabbath.

    Religious groups and churches have patterns or rhythms weekly worship monthly communion Liturgies Annual festivals or meals Muslims have the month of Ramadan where they fast during the day, give alms, and feast at night Hindus have Diwali and specific celebrations tied to their deities Jews have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Sure? Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 2, 2024
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    Luke carefully assembled material for his gospel in order to provide Theophilus and us confidence in the message of the gospel. So what should we do in response?

    Have you ever noticed that some studies seem to be contradictory? One study will note that coffee is good for you as it is made of up of mostly water while another will state that it dehydrates you because of the caffeine. One study states that eating eggs will give you high cholesterol while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Perfect Plan And Timing Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 9, 2024
     | 1,039 views

    The angel Gabriel's visit to Zechariah reveals significant truths about God's sovereignty.

    Do you believe in chance encounters? Two people meet on a bus ride and end up getting married, remaining so for over 70 years. A random introduction leads two men to become the best of friends and end up establishing Apple computers. A random encounter between a 9 year old girl and a Theology ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Call Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 16, 2025
     | 545 views

    While Jesus announces for the first time to his disciples his call to the cross, He calls us to confess who he is and calls us to live a crucified life.

    I would guess that we are probably similar in that we get so many unwanted calls each day. Somehow, I’ve been getting calls for some group who says they can get me on Social Security Disability. Other times I’ve been on the list for VA loans - except I’m not a veteran. I’ve received calls for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seekers And Lost Things Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 27, 2025
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    In the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, Jesus helps us to understand how God views lost people.

    70s a new kind of church started - seeker sensitive or attractional Model that changed things in order to entertain or entice people into a relationship with God Has produced some good fruit and brought many people to faith But I one of the things that we see in our text is that it’s not the lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lost Sons And A Prodigal Father Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Nov 3, 2025
     | 253 views

    While the parable of the prodigal son reveals some things about the lostness of the younger son, it also reveals the lostness of the elder son and the prodigal love of God.

    How do you view God? Some people view God as a heavy-handed, demanding judge with strict rules of right and wrong. Others view God like a doting grand-father who willingly gives his grandchildren whatever they want - practically spoiling them. Some may view God as aloof and distant, uninterested or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Scandalous Grace Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Nov 17, 2025
     | 139 views

    Jesus urges His followers to be aware of stumbling blocks - whether they are in our path or blocks that we might place in the paths of others. He calls us to demonstrate radical forgiveness - modeled after his scandalous grace.

    In response to the ridicule of the Pharisees and their propensity to greed and service to mammon, Jesus turns aside to his disciples with some very important and challenging comments. He begins by noting that they and we should… Recognize Reality (1-3a) Luke 17:1 ESV And he said to his disciples, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving—exposing The Quality Of Your Faith(2025)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 24, 2025
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    1 of 1. Jesus’ interaction with 10 lepers, elicited/drew contrasting responses of Gratefulness. The quality of personal faith, determines the quality of Gratefulness. But, ?How does Gratefulness expose/express the quality of your faith? Gratefulness exposes the quality of your faith thru....

    THANKSGIVING—Exposing the Quality of Your Faith— Luke 17:11-19 *Attention-1: How many of you expect certain things at your family Thanksgiving celebrations? You look forward to certain items being on the table because you might not eat it at any other time of the year. Maybe appreciate the way a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Pursuit Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 20, 2026
     | 55 views

    There are a variety of ways through which peace pursues, but the peace that Jesus provides surpasses them all.

    What is peace? Peace is something that we often long for in a variety of areas of our lives - interpersonal, political, financial, academic, even internal, and spiritual peace. Peace in all of these things is achieved through a variety means, but many of those means seem to contradict one another. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jiminy Cricket Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 10, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,714 views

    We need to know the difference between God’s voice, Satan’s voice, our own voice, and others voices. It is a matter of life and death. One voice brings life, resurrection, peace and the others bring death, destruction, and chaos.

    Jiminy Cricket part 2 Thesis: We need to know the difference between God’s voice, Satan’s voice, our own voice, and others voices. It is a matter of life and death. One voice brings life, resurrection, peace and the others bring death, destruction, and chaos. Introduction: LaHaye tells us this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational