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Jesus The Humble King

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 7, 2002

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A Palm Sunday Sermon

Palm Sunday Matthew 21:1-11 Philippians 2:5-11 "Jesus the Humble King" The following is an adaptation from a sermon that was heard on Lutheran Vespers many years ago. "It was a day young Jacob would not soon forget. It was Passover week and Jewish people from all over the world were streaming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

0600 Ascension Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 16, 2005

based on 18 ratings

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This is in some sense the zenith of His ministry, the high point and culmination of all His work on earth. All that’s recorded in the gospels, His teaching, miracles, suffering, death, and resurrection are simply preparation, a means to an end, that lead

Sermon: Ascension Text: Luke 24:49-53, Acts 1:1-11 Occasion: Sunday after Ascension Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, May 23, 2004 Where: TI, morning prayer When: Friday, May 13, 2005 Where: Providence REC When: Sunday, May 15, 2005 May the words of my mouth and the meditation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49-53

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God Has A Plan

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 10, 2006

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God has a plan for your life.

INTRO: I want to wish everyone a Happy Easter. I want to show a short video clip of what Easter represents. (Show video) * God has a plan for you today. Maybe you’ve come and you’re looking for something to help you make it. You’re in the right place – God has a divine appointment with you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Glory To God In The Highest Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 16, 2002

based on 22 ratings

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Fascinating and rarely heard insights to the details of that first Christmas provoke a spirit of true worship.

BULLETIN INSERT NOTES: The Date of Christ’s Birth By Ed Vasicek In 525 A.D., Dionysius, a Scythian monk, was asked to determine the year of Jesus’ birth. He did the best job he could. He determined that the Roman year 754 was the Christian year “1 A.D.” Although Dionysius’ effort is to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 13:55-57

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The "S" Word

Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 31, 2001

based on 27 ratings

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A look at examples of stewardship in the Gospel of John.

Introduction · So what is the “S” word? · Hint – it’s a topic that is frequently avoided in polite Christian circles. One that we don’t like to discuss. One that we should talk about more that we do. · Sin? Good guess. It comes close, but not quite. · Sex? We could hear more good teaching on this ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13, John 12:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Good News / Bad News

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

based on 35 ratings

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Palm Sunday Sermon

Good News / Bad News Hey, did you ever hear the one about when the guy says, "I’ve got good news and I’ve got bad news..."? Of course you have. There’s more than one. It’s a classic vaudeville set-up line. Did you ever notice how when you look at the original events of Holy Week, the week we are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Radical Forgiveness

Contributed by Francis Balla on Mar 25, 2013

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IF CHRIST COULD FORGIVE WHEN HE DIED ON THE CROSS WHY CAN'T I?

Just before the Valentines Day the sporting world was shocked to learn that Oscar Pistorius popularly known as the “blade runner” allegedly killed his girl friend Reeva Steenkamp a 29 year old South African Model. Another tragic loss of life! Following the tragedy Reeva’s uncle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 19, 2012

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What is Biblical holiness? Is it a bunch of rules or does God define it for us in His Word?

Pursuit of Holiness 1 Peter 1:1-1:17, 1:13-1:21 Introduction- We have come out of an extremely exciting service last week. For it to be Easter week and have: Several people come front and acknowledge that God is doing something is special. To have one person accept Christ as Lord and Savior is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Passover - Exodus Part 13 Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

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A sermon explaining the Passover story and traditions.

INTRODUCTION • As we approach Easter its worth looking at Passover. • This is the greatest event in the Old Testament. It is how God relates to the church. • The last two weeks we have talked about getting free and staying free, changing your thinking and believing in the blood of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No More Excuses: State Of The Church Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

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This is a "State of the Church" address encouraging listeners to attend church often and be a "culture carrier."

INTRO: * 2007 has been an event-filled year * Technology continues to improve -- with the iphone * Home foreclosures are at an all time high * Global warming has gotten more attention o As Al Gore got his place in the spotlight again * Problems in the middle east continue to cause stress & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believe, And See The Glory Of God

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 9, 2011

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Jesus makes big promises, and we struggle to believe in the midst of our troubles and setbacks of life. Jesus gives us the strength to believe, and fills us with the hope of seeing God's glory someday.

How quick are you to believe big promises? I think there’s a certain part of all of us that’s a little hesitant, a little skeptical, to believe every promise that we hear. Have you ever believed a promise, only to have that promise broken? “I promise you that we will give you ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-45

Denomination: Lutheran

On Making Disciples Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jun 13, 2009

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Part I of the Four-Part Vision: We focus on what God has asked his people to do: Pass my word on to your children and to your children’s children. Let your lives be permeated with the task of "making disciples"!

Text: [1] Love the LORD your God and keep his requirements, his decrees, his laws and his commands always. [8a] Observe therefore all the commands I am giving you today…[18] Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. [19] ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Words Chiseled In Stone

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 30, 2008

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Words chiseled in stone are for remembering. Jesus said I’m coming back - Stay Awake! This message underlines why.

33Beware, keep alert; for you do not know when the time will come. 34It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his slaves in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to be on the watch. 35Therefore, keep awake—for you do not know when the master of the house ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: United Methodist

You Have Been Raised With Christ

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009

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Pentecost 11 (C) - Believers have been raised with Christ in order to put on the new self and in order to put off the old self.

“YOU HAVE BEEN RAISED WITH CHRIST” (Outline) August 16, 2009 -- PENTECOST 11 -- Colossians 3:1-11 INTRO: Today’s scripture text are words specifically pointed at believers. By grace God calls the believer out of darkness into his marvelous light! The life a believer lives after being ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Learning From The Gentle Jesus

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 29, 2007

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An Ash Wednesday sermon, that encourages to learn from the gentle Jesus.

ASH WEDNESDAY SERMON Ash Wednesday is a bit like a reminder phone call. The alarm going off for an early wakeup call, or the mark on the calendar or diary indicating that something important is coming soon and we need to prepare for it. Ash Wednesday is the start of us preparing for Easter. We ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:5

Denomination: Lutheran

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