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  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Jesus In And Out Of The Boat Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 7, 2018
     | 14,530 views

    Two stories from the life of Jesus that illustrate to us the importance of starting and staying in a relationship with Him

    JESUS IN AND OUT OF THE BOAT There once was a young man named Jimmy who had heard a family rumor that his father, his grandfather and even his great-grandfather, all "walked on water" on their 21st birthday. When the day of his 21st birthday came, he believed that if they could do it, so could he. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Band Of Brothers Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 9, 2013
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     | 4,147 views

    The impact of the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus was fully felt in his disciples. They went from deserters at the cross to defenders of the cross.

    1. Misfits Good and amusing stories often work on the proposition of an odd mix of unlikely characters: • The Odd Couple --.a neat freak and a world-class slob have to learn how to live together. • Gilligan ’s Island -- seven people, all of whom are weird in some way, stranded ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Keeping Our Eyes On Jesus

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 11, 2020
     | 4,267 views

    We tend to worry about the next guy when we need to be looking at Jesus for ourselves.

    Opening Illustration: Joseph Tson was pastor of Second Baptist Church, Oradea, Romania, until he was exiled by the Romanian government in 1981. He writes of his experience: "Years ago I ran away from my country to study theology at Oxford. In 1972, when I was ready to go back to Romania, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Following Jesus Is Not Easy

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 184 ratings
     | 36,786 views

    We follow Jesus (no matter how hard it is!).

    WHY FOLLOWING JESUS IS NOT EASY John 6:60-71 S: Discipleship Th: Following Jesus Pr: WE FOLLOW JESUS (no matter how hard it is). ?: Inductive KW: Turns TS: In the recorded incident of John 6:60-71, we will find six turn of events of what it is like to follow Jesus. The _____ turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cross Of Rejection... Hurting With Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 31, 2012
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     | 9,464 views

    As we reflect on our own experiences with personal rejection we understand and share in the suffering of Christ.

    Title: The Cross of Rejection… Hurting with Jesus! Text: Mark 14:27-46 Thesis: As we reflect on our own experience with personal rejection we share in and understand the suffering of Christ. Series Key Verse: Philippians 3:10-11 I want to know Christ and experience the power of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr Fr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Beasts And Angels Series

    Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 920 views

    In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels.

    Beasts and Angels Scripture: Mark 1:12-15 Introduction: In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels. Reflection In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of solitude akin to the desert experience of Jesus can feel like an impossible task. Yet, amidst the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Alone!

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Aug 11, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,302 views

    Sin leaves us deserted, helpless, destitute, abandoned, without hope and without God! When Jesus carried our sins on the cross, a fellowship was broken that had always existed. Jesus was ALONE!

    Alone? Loneliness is a terrible thing! It can attack anyone…even in a crowded place. Jesus understands the feelings and the fear that come from loneliness. Today we are going to look at the most lonely time in Jesus’ life. It took place on the cross. Matthew’s gospel paints the portrait of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Turning Your Warm Twig Into A Burning Bush

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 9,653 views

    God worked through a plain duck in the desert like Moses.

    Turning Your Warm Twig Into A Burning Bush November 17, 2002 (1 of 1) Exodus 3:1-12 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker TEXTUAL SERMON Introduction: A Show clip of "The Ten Commandments." a Burning Bush b I want that! I’m no Charlton Heston. More like a pre-mortem Chris ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Loaves And Two Fish (Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time)

    Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 22, 2020
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     | 5,579 views

    When we put our efforts to surrender our deserted lives to Jesus, our Lord and Master, with our weaknesses, He takes us to the pasture land by blessing us and giving us abundant lives.

    Reflection Five Loaves and Two Fish (Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time) Isaiah 55:1-3, Romans 8:35, Romans 8: 37-39, Matthew 14:13-21. Dear sisters and brothers, It is the eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. This Sunday, we hear from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 14:13-21): “When ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Merciful, Merciful And Gracious Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 30, 2025
     | 160 views

    We confess our sins with true repentance and determination not to sin again, and we are forgiven. Freely. That is God’s self-definition. He needs nothing from us, no. His love for us is constantly being thrown back in His Holy Face by us sinners, but He keeps summoning us to be loved.

    Fifth Sunday of Lent 2025 On this Fifth Sunday of Lent, which some of us grew up knowing as “Passion Sunday” or the first Sunday of the Passion, the Church is getting really serious about the identity and mission of Jesus as Christ/Messiah. Isaiah speaks for God, declaring “Remember not the former ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Shady Character Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 10, 2013
     | 6,240 views

    In our desert journey we need shade from time to time. The Broom Tree is an interesting symbol for the shade of God in the difficult journey.

    1. Making the most of a difficult situation Maxwell tells a story that illustrates the importance of a positive attitude. A newly married woman insisted on going to the California desert so she could be near her military husband. The only place the couple could find to live was a rundown shack near ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does Jesus Hear?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009
     | 3,954 views

    Second Sermon in 2009 Lenten Series, ‘The Body of Christ.’

    Can you recall the time when you first heard God speak to you? (Slide 1) The disciples could though they did not understand the full implications of what they were hearing or doing. For me, it was on a clear, cold, and white January Sunday at the end of the worship service. It was not an audible ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 24, 2006
    based on 84 ratings
     | 51,228 views

    This sermon is a basic doctrinal sermon about Jesus

    “JESUS” Phil. 2:1-11 INTRO – When I say the name, “Jesus,” what comes to your mind? Here in this environment w/ the people around us, the response is one of adoration, worship, love, humility, & praise. In fact, let stand & sing to Him a little right now (“Holy & Anointed One” & “Shout to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Bell avatar

    Jesus

    Contributed by Thomas Bell on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,763 views

    What the name Jesus means to me and my personal relationship with Him, written for our Christmas Eve service.

    JESUS LUKE 2: 1-20 ISAIAH 9: 6-7 Christmas Eve Service Dec. 24, 2005 Pastor Thomas N. Bell, Campbell-Erwin Baptist Church Tomorrow, so many thousands of years ago the world received the greatest gift of all mankind, a gift that altered the history of man forever. A gift of hope, peace, joy and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 6, 2011
     | 10,197 views

    Who do you say Jesus is? Scripture talks to us about those who questioned who Jesus was, as well as those who just believed in Him. Today we are going to examine who Jesus is, and in the process those who do not believe in Him will have something to think

    Jesus is John 5:30-40 Who do you say Jesus is? Scripture talks to us about those who questioned who Jesus was, as well as those who just believed in Him. Today we are going to examine who Jesus is, and in the process those who do not believe in Him will have something to think about. And for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ