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  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Rich Young Ruler

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 10, 2009
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     | 11,772 views

    What hinders us from being true disciples must go

    Mk 10:17-21: The rich young ruler What counts most in your life? Story: The son of a wealthy man expected to receive a sports car for his graduation. Instead his Dad called him into his study, told him that he loved him and handed him a wrapped-up present. When he opened it, he found it to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jenny Franklin avatar

    The Night Jesus Was Born

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 14, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,117 views

    This message will answer the following questions: Who should be told about the birth of the Savior? What did the shepherds do after they left Joseph, Mary, and baby Jesus? What did Mary do? What other events might Mary have pondered in her heart?

    Who should be told about the birth of the Savior? (Luke 2:8-16) God chose to tell His good news to the lowly. He sent His angels with the message to shepherds, who were watching their sheep in the fields that night. An angel said, "A Savior, who is Christ the Lord, has been born today in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Williams avatar

    What Shall We Do With This Man? Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Sep 28, 2022
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     | 1,881 views

    As with each major sign, Jesus' words and deeds revealed where the hearts of the people were with God. The question is: How will we respond to His miraculous works and Words?

    We are finishing up with John chapter 11 today. Last week we saw how Jesus wept at Lazarus’ grave, commanded the people to roll the stone away from the tomb, and then raised Lazarus from the dead. We talked about how it was a picture of how Jesus can take things that are dead and decaying in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Is Coming Back, He Said So Series

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 18, 2020
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    I am writing this as a follow up to Easter, it is a reminder of our hope in Jesus. I intend this to be uplifting and to focus on what we DO KNOW about the second coming.

    “Jesus is coming back, HE SAID SO” Week 1 of 5 John 14:1-5 Today we start a new series called “Jesus is coming, BACK”: Today is “Jesus is coming back, HE SAID SO” Next week Jesus is coming back, SOON. Then Jesus is coming back, UNEXPECTEDLY. Week 4 is “Jesus is coming back, JUDGMENT ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023
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     | 1,240 views

    In John 8:12, Jesus reveals Himself as the Light of the world, the One who rescues us from the darkness of sin and guides us to eternal life.

    "The Light of the World" Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound message found in John 8:12, from the New Living Translation. Point 1: Jesus, the Light of the World Scripture: John 8:12 (NLT) - "Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, 'I am the light of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Monty Newton avatar

    Jesus Isn't Looking For Groupies

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 7, 2010
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    Jesus is not interested in gathering a bunch of hangers-on... his desire is that those who follow him be totally devoted to him and willing to reconfigure their family values, self-interests and their hold on stuff.

    Title: Jesus Isn’t Looking for Groupies Text: Luke 14:25-33 Thesis: When we decide to be a follower of Christ we must reconfigure our family values, our need to look out for #1 and our hold on stuff. Introduction CBS News reported that an estimated 87,000 people attended Glen Beck’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #3 - How To Put Jesus First Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 114 ratings
     | 39,615 views

    If you really want to be a follower of Jesus, he’s got to be first. (rich young ruler) But how can I make Him first? By getting rid of 4 common excuses... *HANDOUT INCLUDED* Discipleship resources here: www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1

    To see the NewStart Discipleship Journal that Darrell uses for discipling new believers on how to follow Jesus, check out www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1. ----------- 95% commitment to Jesus Christ is 5% short. What does it mean to put Jesus first? What does it mean to have total commitment ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Hiking With Jesus"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 31, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,328 views

    A sermon for Transfiguration of the Lord Sunday.

    Matthew 17:1-9 “Hiking with Jesus” This past week a friend of mine told me about a time, many years ago, when he and his family were tramping up Sharp Top Mountain in Bedford County, Virginia. His daughter was a little girl, and about half way up the mountain she said she was too tired to go ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Follow Me And I Will Make You Fishers Of Men

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 23, 2013
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     | 5,810 views

    The central core of the purpose of the church is outlined in these verses. Here we discover that the three components of the Great Commission are; Evangelize, Incorporate and Disciple.

    27 August 2005 Follow Me and I Will Make You Fishers of Men Matthew 4:19 Just before He returned to heaven, Jesus gave us what we call the Great Commission which states: "Go therefore and make ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Preparing Jesus, Preparing For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,365 views

    This chapter provides some real contrasts between real and trumped up worship, real belief and real betrayal. It is all a part of preparing Jesus for the cross and preparing us to receive him.

    John places Jesus at Ephraim, a village north of Jerusalem. Between the end of chapter 11 and here, Jesus travels back to Galilee, heals the ten lepers (Luke 17), talks to Zacchaeus (Luke 19) in Jericho on his way back to Bethany. It’s only six days until the Passover, and Jesus’ crucifixion. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What Is A Disciple? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 16, 2015
     | 7,612 views

    Jesus' Disciples are true believers. Jesus commands us to follow him and learn from him. When we do, our lives will be noticeably different.

    Sermon Notes February 1, 2015 FBCam What Is a Disciple? The Story is told of all-time great coach Vince Lombardi. Trying to motivate a struggling team, Lombardi gathered them together: "We need to get back to the basics." Holding up a football, "Gentleman, this is a football." To which team cut ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken McKinley avatar

    Jesus Gives Hope For Families Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Aug 26, 2019
     | 4,788 views

    This is the 22nd Sermon in a series we've been doing on John's Gospel. In this particular sermon we look at how Jesus' own brothers originally did not believe in Him, and how the world hates Christ and those who follow Him.

    Jesus gives Hope for Families (John pt. 22) Text: John 7:1-13 About a week and a half ago, one of Leslie’s friends from college called her… that’s not unusual… Leslie and Gabby have a lot of friends, and they’re always talking to them. What was unusual was that she wanted to talk to Leslie AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    Bid Him Come And Die Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 6, 2021
     | 1,855 views

    Following Jesus is an all or nothing proposal, and far too many so-called "believers" are riding the fence, playing a game, or trying to look devout when their character shows otherwise. Either follow and obey Him, or be honest in your unbelief and leave.

    In today's social set-up, especially here in America, the prevailing philosophy seems to be, "I want it, and I want it NOW!" Young people are crying out for this at a pace that is bordering on the ridiculous, petty, and unrealistic. I do not see even the slightest awareness in most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ian Drucker avatar

    A Brother Who Sins Against You

    Contributed by Ian Drucker on Dec 12, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,612 views

    Following the directions provided by Jesus when another Christian sins against you.

    A Brother Who Sins Against You Matthew 18: 15-20 1. There is a big difference between knowing about God, and actually knowing God. 2. There are many people who know about God, but don’t actually know Him. a. We can read and study the Bible. b. We can have all kinds of documents highlighted. c. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,244 views

    If we can get a glimpse of Who Jesus is in all His majesty, we would be more zealous to follow Him.

    An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus (Revelation 1:12-18) 1. Some things are too good to be believable. 2. Here is an actual quotation from a supervisor at 3M who was speaking to an employee who had quickly solved a long-standing problem: "Doing it right is no excuse for not meeting the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible