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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    How The Father Sees.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 2, 2020
     | 2,848 views

    You’re simply a person in want, and you’re turning to ‘things’ because you have not understood how good ‘Father’ is!!! “Stop solidifying your identity based upon what you do, or what you did; Start identifying with who you are in Jesus, and you’ll change what you do.” P.H

    How the Father Sees. Luke 15:1-7TLB (Download a good picture of Rembrandt’s portrayal of the younger son. Play on screens while I talk). Author Henri Nouwen recalls his visit to a museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, where he spent hours reflecting on Rembrandt’s portrayal of the younger son—You ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    A Parable Of Two Sons

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,670 views

    In this parable Jesus is comparing the younger son to the tax collectors and sinners who came to Jesus. The elder son represented the Pharisees and religious rulers who continually found fault with the teachings of Jesus.

    A Parable of Two Sons Luke 15:1-2, 11-32 “Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisaical teachers of religious law complain that Jesus was associating with such despicable people – even eating with them.” Luke 15:1-2 The Pharisees and ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Prodigal Son Revisted

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 24, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,052 views

    Why the original version would have been so shocking

    The Gospel reading is taken from: Luke 15:11-20 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his Father, ’Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 "Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Shawn miller avatar

    The Parable Of The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 19, 2015
     | 9,371 views

    Exploring the progression of a sinner in the prodigal son: from his wanting independence, which lead to his shame, which lead to his repentance, and his brother's jealousy of his grace received.

    The Parable of the Lost Son Introduction: In his book, What’s So Amazing About Grace , Phillip Yancey tells the story of Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway grew up in a very devout evangelical family, and yet there he never experienced the grace of Christ. He lived a libertine life that most of us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Two Sons Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Mar 29, 2007
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     | 4,048 views

    God’s love for the wayward and lost and his desire for all of his children to return to him and live as children of God.

    Have you ever lost anything valuable to you before? Perhaps you have lost your keys, wallet or purse, or something even more valuable? [Prompt the congregation for items they have lost]. If you have lost something of value you know the feeling of panic. You know how desperately you search for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gary Smith avatar

    The Story Of A Lost Son

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,432 views

    While on earth, Jesus sought out the sinner, He has called His church to go after the lost as well. The Holy Spirit draws people to the Christ and the salvation He so freely offers.

    "The Story of a Lost Son" TEXT: LUKE 15:23,24 Introduction: A. In chapter 15 we have three stories which early church Fathers considered as one parable. 1) The purpose of each is to show the natural reaction to finding that which was lost is Joy. a. God longs to reconcile sinners to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Is The Prodigal? Getting Lost, Getting Scared, Coming Home...

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Sep 17, 2010
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    We are all prodigals and we all need to come home to our Father.

    Who is the Prodigal? Getting lost, getting scared, and coming home: How can we get back home to our Father? Luke 15:11-32 September 12, 2010 Background: Jesus made of point of hanging out with people on the wrong side of religion and that upset the religious people. Jesus is telling stories ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God With Us

    Contributed by Edward Mccrary on Apr 29, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,612 views

    This proclamation was, is and shall always be true.

    God is with us. Matthew 1:23 This proclamation was, is and shall always be true. When the prophecy of the advent of Jesus Christ was stated in Isaiah 7:14 did the hearers understand that God would be with them in flesh as a man? I submit to you that God has always been with us. I love the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    You Missed The Point Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,210 views

    Like Josiah’s sorry sons, we have missed the point of our fathers’ messages about the value of Scripture, the worth of the church, and the meaning of the work ethic.

    Why is it that on Mother’s Day we honor our mothers, we talk of saintly moms who worked their fingers to the bone to cook and clean and sew for us? But on Father’s Day we scold the dads! Why is that? Have you noticed? We honor mothers for their industry, their wisdom, their prayer life, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Triune God Brings Blessings

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,178 views

    PENTECOST 1 = TRINITTY (A) - Our triune God brings blessings such as: free grace, God's love, and divine fellowship.

    OUR TRIUNE GOD BRINGS BLESSINGS (Outline) May 30, 2010 - Pentecost 1 (Trinity) - 1 CORINTHIANS 13:11-14 INTRO: Blessing is the word that describes gifts from God. Our lives are filled with God’s blessings. We are showered abundantly with daily gifts from God – blessings. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Triune God Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 19, 2017
     | 5,693 views

    “The Triune God” is shown in the 1) Baptism of the Son (Matthew 3:13-15), 2) Anointing of the Spirit (Matthew 3:16), and the 3) Confirmation by the Father (Matthew 3:17).

    This week, in the magazine entitled Faith Today, an articled recounted a special advance screening of the movie entitled: The Shack. “We need you to get the word out about this movie,” a PR rep enthused. “We wanted to handpick the key influencers we know will be using their social media to promote ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Cross Of Barabbas Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 25, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,941 views

    All 4 gospels tell us the story of Barabbas (but we never learn the names of the other prisoners to die that day). Why? What is it about Barabbas that was so important that Scripture tells us his name?

    OPEN: Someone once noted that Jesus borrowed just about everything he had while on earth. He borrowed a place for His birth, a house to sleep in, a boat to preach from, an animal to ride on when He entered Jerusalem, a room to meet privately with His friends for the Last Supper, and a tomb to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Goodies Reserved!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 2, 2013
     | 2,446 views

    The father did not just give him a robe but notice, the prodigal son who ran away and plundered his money was given the ‘best robe!’ That’s the colossal love of God!

    Goodies reserved! Luke 15:22 But the father said to his servants, 'Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet." The father did not just give him a robe but notice, the prodigal son who ran away and plundered his money was given the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Ely avatar

    The Porch - Pt. 3 - Porch Parties Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 20, 2014
     | 4,675 views

    It is a prominent feature in our lives and our memories. A place of safety. A place of provision. It's "The Porch!"

    The Porch Pt. 3 - Porch Parties In a Norman Rockwell like way Jesus crafts the account that for centuries has been lauded for its depth and for its truth. Close your eyes and see if you can recreate the scene in your mind. Peering down the hillside you see the homestead. Surrounded by a strong ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    What Does It Take To Be An Incredible Dad?

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jun 13, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,228 views

    Today, I want to preach on the Parable of the Prodigal Son looking at it from the position of the dad.

    INTRODUCTION: I love the Parable of the Prodigal Son found in Luke’s Gospel. It is one of my favorite stories in the New Testament. Now, if my memory serves me correctly, I have preached this passage twice already at Bala Chitto. The first time I preached it, my focus was on the Prodigal Son. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist