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  • Tim Zingale avatar

    Left-Overs

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 23, 2002
    based on 115 ratings
     | 16,873 views

    A sermon for the First Sunday after Christmas Sermon about Anna and Simeon

    First Sunday after Christmas Luke 2:22-40 "Left - Overs" "An Indian chief was disturbed about how lazy his braves had been during the hunting season, so he called all the tribe together and announced, "I’ve got good news and bad news. The bad news is that, because you have been lazy and done ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 27, 2002
    based on 42 ratings
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    Reflections on the story of the Prodigal Son - for a Family Service service

    The Prodigal Son -Lk 15:11-32 The key to understanding this story can be found in the opening verses of Luke 15. Let me read them to you: Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "Jesus And The Seeker"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 6,654 views

    Nicodemus sought out Jesus, and found new birth.

    John 1:1-8 “Jesus and the Seeker” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Back in 1976, Jimmy Carter was running against President Gerald Ford. And you might recall that Jimmy Carter caused a bit of a sensation. Because during his campaign, Jimmy ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Justice From Within

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Mar 2, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
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    Overview of Nicodemus’ role in the gospel of John, particularly John 3:1-17 and John 7:51. Encourages hearers to get involved on behalf of God’s justice - even if they are the sole voice speaking out.

    February 24, 2002 - Second Sunday in Lent (A) "Justice from Within" - John 3:1-17 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In our gospel lesson, Nicodemus, a leader of the Pharisees, comes to Jesus at night. He has some questions for Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joseph Of Arimathea Monologue

    Contributed by William Groover on Mar 5, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 16,165 views

    An Easter monologue encouraging boldness for Christ.

    DATE: April 15, 2001 Easter Morning TEXT: John 19:38-41 TOPIC: Joseph of Arimathea PURPOSE: Encourage boldness for Christ Copyright 2001, William A. Groover Jr. I am Joseph Ben Abijah, Pharisee and member of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Soldier's Story

    Contributed by William Groover on Mar 5, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,985 views

    Dramatic monologue in the form of a letter written home by the Centurion who crucified Jesus.

    "A Soldier’s Letter Home" Dr. Bill Groover Copyright 1997 From Claudius, son of Marcus, Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar--former Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar. To my beloved parents and family in Neapolis. May this letter find you in good health and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction To The Gospel Of Luke Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,348 views

    As we begin a study of the Gospel of Luke, let’s look at some of the background behind the book.

    Introduction: We are beginning a study of the Gospel of Luke. Since we will spend quite some time in this study, it seems right that we should begin it with some background about the book itself. I. Who was Luke, the author? A. He was the same author as the book of Acts. 1. By comparing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Great Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 3, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,649 views

    The Great Shepherd: 1. Provides 2. Guides 3. Protects

    Journals is a new book which is coming out about the life of Kurt Cobain, who was the leader of “Nirvana,” a post-punk band with a series of crunching, screaming songs that defined grunge music. The book gives a glimpse of Cobain’s tortured life. He was obsessed with heaven and looked to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Ponderings

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 6, 2004
    based on 94 ratings
     | 8,890 views

    The impact of meditating on meaningful events in our lives.

    Ponderings 15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." 16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Dinner Guest

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Apr 23, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,062 views

    A sermon for the 5th Sunday in Lent Mary and Martha

    5th Sunday in Lent John 12:1-8 The Dinner Guest 12:1 ¶ Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus was, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 There they made him a supper; Martha served, and Lazarus was one of those at table with him. 3 Mary took a pound of costly ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Larry Wood avatar

    "When God Met The Guy At The Gate"

    Contributed by Larry Wood on Apr 29, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,876 views

    Outline on the story of Peter healing the man at the temple.

    "WHEN GOD MET THE GUY AT THE GATE" ACTS 3:1-11 I. THE MEN IN TOUCH (1) [THE PRAYERS] A. The Team (1a)"Now Peter and John went up together..." B. The Temple (1b) "...into the temple..." C. The Task (1c) "...at the hour of prayer,..." D. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Just Wanna Be A Sheep Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 3, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 6,220 views

    A look at the 23rd Psalm and how the Shepherd cares for us and what the condition is.

    It is probably the best known psalm in the western world and possibly the best known scripture period. It has been quoted and misquoted, it’s on plaques and mugs and posters, T-shirts and tomb stones.. It’s featured in the sacred and the profane. Most of us can quote at least a portion of it from ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Timothy Archer avatar

    Zackie's Story Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on May 3, 2004
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,526 views

    This sermon looks at the story of Zacchaeus and the lessons it teaches us

    Zackie’s Story Luke 19:1-10 Zachary S. (Zackie to his friends) seemed to have it made. He had a fancy apartment with a shiny yellow sports car out front. Zackie had a comfortable government job, earning good money. Some people said his job was a little too comfortable, that the money was too good. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Timothy Archer avatar

    La Historia De Zaqui Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on May 14, 2004
    based on 65 ratings
     | 3,647 views

    Un relato modernizado de la historia de Zaqueo

    La Historia de Zaqui Lucas 19:1-10 Zacarías (Zaqui para sus amigos) parecía tenerlo todo. Tenía un departamento hermoso con un auto deportivo en la puerta. Tenía un cómodo puesto en el gobierno, ganando muy buen dinero. Algunos insinuaban que el puesto era demasiado cómodo y el dinero era ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "A Big Change In A Small Man"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on May 20, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 8,594 views

    In the story of Zacchaeus we see that we may not only have physical, but spiritual handicaps that keep us from seeing Christ. The change in his life was proof of his salvation.

    “A Big Change In A Small Man” Luke 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION: Tell the story of Zach … SONG – “Zaccheus was a wee little man …” Luke 19:1-2 – “Jericho” – Jesus is on His way to Jerusalem … to the cross. Jericho is about 15 miles from Jerusalem. It was a big, rich city. There were 3 tax collection ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist