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  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Jesus' Third Appearance

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,649 views

    Jesus revealed Himself to His disciples on three different occasions, but He reveals Himself to us every time we look up to HIim and talk to Him.

    Text: “This is the third time Jesus showed Himself to His disciples after He was raised from the dead” (v. 14). The first time Jesus appeared to his disciples was the evening of Resurrection Day. This took place in Jerusalem or someplace near Jerusalem where the disciples were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Jesus Came For Everyone

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021
     | 1,752 views

    Jesus established His church to be open to all who wanted to worship Him. Why does today's not believe this? As a Jewish convert and pastor I have been on the receiving end of Anti-semitism in church.

    Jesus’ attitude and language used in the narrative can be shocking to the reader. How can our Lord and Savior treat anyone in the way He is portrayed in this narrative? The pagan woman was looking for her daughter to be cured. Instead of immediately helping her, He calls her a dog, thus insulting ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Jesus - Creator And Redeemer

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 16, 2018
     | 3,629 views

    The central figure, the center piece of the entire Bible is Jesus! Paul is evoking the language of Genesis – the story of creation. Jesus was present, then and now!

    Colossians 1 Jesus – Creator and Redeemer August 19, 2018 This letter is full of epic and evocative language and is one of Paul’s shortest. Colossians 1:15-20 NIV He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preach Jesus Not Yourself Series

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 9, 2017
     | 3,827 views

    Don't be discouraged no matter what men say just preach Jesus

    May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: PREACH JESUS NOT YOURSELF John 8:13-14King James Version (KJV) 13 The Pharisees therefore said unto him, Thou bearest record of thyself; thy record is not true. 14 Jesus answered and said unto them, Though I bear record of myself, yet my record is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    "Get Out Of The Boat"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Sep 24, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,149 views

    Jesus is with you in the storms of life. Jesus wants you out of the boat and to come to Him.

    “Get Out Of The Boat” Matthew 14:22-33 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on ‘Great Events In The Life And Ministry Of Jesus’. The last few weeks, we have seen Jesus do a great many things. We have seen Him perform miracles … cleanse the Temple … heal the sick … forgive sins … change ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Why Not Rest

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 2, 2001
    based on 185 ratings
     | 16,576 views

    This sermon deals with Jesus telling us to come and to rest.

    WHY NOT REST 9:30 1/29/93 Text Matthew 11:28-30 Psalm 23 Matthew 11:25-30 .ls2 RICK The story is told of a lady who became very angry at the pastor. When she finally caught up with him, she said, "I called you all ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "What Do You Seek?"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,192 views

    Jesus asks a very pertinent question of us all. He already knows the answer, so what does that tell us about His motive in asking?

    Also John 18:4, 20:15 “And Jesus turned and saw them following, and said to them, “What do you seek?” They said to Him, “Rabbi (which translated means Teacher), where are You staying?” 1:38 I have wished, in the past that some evangelistic Christian would sit down and have a long talk with Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Story Of Four Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Feb 9, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,677 views

    We all have a past, some would like to bury it, but coming to face Jesus we find He is not shocked by what we have done, yet He offers us unconditional love.

    The Story of 4 1 Peter 5:7 Everyone has a story, a past, a present and a future. Many of us have a past that we buried some with alcohol, or drugs, work, hobbies and other sorts of objects. Healing the old wounds does not come, so we bury them deep. Meet Amy She is a lesbian; she has been in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Jesus, Again

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Apr 29, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,768 views

    John 21:1 The Appearance of Jesus

    S JOHN 21 1-13 FINDING JESUS, AGAIN I. SITUATION : * John 21:1-4 A. Sorrow. 21:3 B. Struggle. 21:3 C. Silence. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Jesus Presented At The Temple PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,056 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' purification, the prophecies about Him, and His role in salvation, emphasizing living in God's Word for transformation. Key

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in this house of worship, to lift our hearts and voices in praise to our King, to immerse ourselves in the wisdom of His Word? It is indeed a joy to be in His presence with all of you today. As we prepare our hearts to ...read more

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    Jesus: The Difference Maker PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 671 views

    This sermon encourages self-reflection on our faith journey, challenging us to overcome spiritual blindness and live out our faith with open-mindedness and discernment.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in faith and purpose, to draw near to Him through His Word. There's a certain warmth, a certain comfort that comes from being among fellow believers, a mutual understanding that transcends our ...read more

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    A Tale Of Two Collectors

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Aug 8, 2003
    based on 91 ratings
     | 6,232 views

    It is great to look for Jesus but greater to know Jesus is looking for us.

    Text: Luke 19:1-10 Title: A tale of two collectors. I remember very little about the last time I climbed a tree. A group of us were playing tag and I had climbed this big tree in order to catch someone. The next thing I can remember is some time later waking up in the hospital and everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Authority Of Jesus' Name Series

    Contributed by Delfin Corona on Mar 14, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,117 views

    As blievers of Christ of Christ, we are not just called to preach His Word, but we are called to wage war against the enemy of God and the enemy of the gospel. As we engage the enemy we need to realize we have been equipped with authority and power in the

    SPIRITUAL WARFARE: THE AUTHORITY OF JESUS’ NAME Jn 14:13 And whatever you may ask in My name, that I will do, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If you ask anything in My name, I will do it. MAN IN RETROSPECT 1.MAN WAS CREATED FOR DOMINION - Gen 1:26, Ps 8:6 2.MAN ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus And John In Mark Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 3, 2023
     | 1,358 views

    Jesus and John are relatives, blood relatives but never gave importance to worldly relationship. They enjoyed the spiritual benefits.

    Mark 1:4-13 Jesus and John, the Baptist in Mark John: According to Flavius Josephus, the Jewish Historian, ‘John the Baptist was a good man who commanded the Jews to exercise virtue, both as to righteousness towards one another, and piety toward God.’ John the Baptist was born under Herod the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "tomb Visitors On Resurrection Sunday"

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Apr 4, 2021
     | 2,984 views

    This message deals with the accounts of those first visitors who came to the tomb of Jesus expecting to find the body of Jesus, but instead have an encounter with an angel of the Lord.

    TOMB VISITORS ON RESURRECTION MORNING Matthew 28: 1-8, 9-10; John 20:1-9, 11-18 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ April 04, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/vJykUX0tKMI INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning I want us to go back in time over 2,000 years to the scene of a graveyard. 2.) This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ