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  • J Jeffrey Smead avatar

    Redeem The Past, Transform The Present And Redirect The Future

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 3, 2013
    based on 56 ratings
     | 49,524 views

    Jesus' encounter with Zacchaeus is a foretaste of how our Lord will impact our lives and will: Redeem The Past, Transform The Present And Redirect the Future.

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. Today's passages were Habakkuk 1: 1-4; 2:1-4 - Psalm 119:137-144 - 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4,11-12 and Luke 19:1-10. Zacchaeus ... Just his name is enough to elicit a grin. As children, ... we ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Christ Is Risen!

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018
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    The Easter story calls us to follow in the footsteps of the women who were the first to encounter the risen Jesus: in seeking his presence day by day, in worshiping him as our Lord and Savior, and in going out to call people in.

    [Sermon preached on 1 April 2018, Easter Sunday / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] “Were you there when they crucified our Lord?” It is a rhetorical question. Of course, we were not there when they crucified our Lord. The drama that we watched at the beginning of the service gives us some idea of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Heaven Touched The Earth

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 2, 2025
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    When John says, “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us,” he is describing a moment in history when heaven literally touched the earth. God stepped into time, wrapped Himself in humanity, and lived among us.

    HEAVEN TOUCHED THE EARTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:14 Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:6-11, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 1:23, Colossians 1:15-20 INTRODUCTION: The mystery of the Incarnation is one of the most powerful demonstrations of divine love. When John says, “The Word ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Taming The Giants In Your Life

    Contributed by Robert Garrett on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 91 ratings
     | 13,789 views

    When we encounter difficult situations or giants they try to discourage, defeat, and steal the joy out out of our living. There are four principles that we can gain from the story in I Samuel 17 that can help tame the many giants in our lives.

    INTRO.Don’t you just love to hear a good story? I think everyone loves a good story. Where is the best place to go to get a good story?? Movies or TV! Name some of your favorite movies or TV shows. There are a couple big differences between these movies and tv shows and the stories we find in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 804 views

    God values mercy and compassion over religious rituals and rules. As followers of Jesus, we are called to extend mercy to everyone we encounter, regardless of their circumstances.

    Hey guys! Ever wondered what gets God really pumped? What makes Him say, 'Yeah, that's what I'm talking about!'? Well, today we're going to dive into that. Spoiler alert: It's mercy. So, what's mercy? Think about when you're playing a video game, and you're totally crushing your friend. You could ...read more

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    God's Heart For The Lost

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,821 views

    God loves people desperately. People are lost without him and they need Jesus. We need to have more of God’s heart for the lost.

    John 3:16-21 God’s Heart for the Lost Do you remember the commercial that was running just before, and during the Olympics? The one that had snapshots of different people playing or watching hockey throughout the country? Everybody yells out “He shoots, he scores!” The tag line at the end is, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Grace In The Ups And Downs Of Life Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,423 views

    Throughout our lives, we encounter both triumphs and tragedies. Victories and struggles. In all of them, God’s grace is constant, as we will see through the child God gives Sarah, the comfort God gives Abraham, the water God gives Hagar, and the Salvatio

    Events can change IN A MOMENT. Our emotions can go from the top of the world to the bottom of the barrel in flash of time. The year was 1986. By now, the launch of the Space Shuttle was news but not like it was during the first few launches. This launch was different because for the first time ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In The Spirit

    Contributed by Buddy Baird on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,839 views

    We want to have an encounter with God just as John did on the Isle of Patmos.

    IN THE SPIRIT ON THE LORD’S DAY TEXT: Revelation 1.9-11 INTRODUCTION: John knew who Jesus was. He had walked with Him for 3 years. He had seen Him heal, save and raise the dead. Many miracles were performed while John was watching. John is around 90 years old at this time. He was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Evangelism: How To

    Contributed by Billy Noel on Jan 31, 2010
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     | 4,870 views

    sometimes evangelism is a one on one encounter, but we must follow the Spirit of God.

    Evangelism: How to Acts 8:26-39 We first meet Philip as he brings Nathaniel to Christ We see him again when Jesus feed the five thousand in John 6 Philip ministry was born out of a storm When the disciples were scattered as a result of Stephens’s murder He fled and we find him is a revival ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Parable Of The Faithful And Wicked Servants Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,447 views

    On His way to Jerusalem to die for the sin of humanity, Jesus had many encounters... this story details one such encounter!

    First the stage is set in v.11 when the disciples/followers still show a lack of understanding in Jesus’ mission and the Kingdom of Heaven. They are seeking an earthly kingdom as they had been taught… and they were looking for it to happen the moment Jesus set foot in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Oliver avatar

    Bread For Dogs

    Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Oct 20, 2012
     | 7,736 views

    Mark 7:24-37 expository sermon on the encounter between Jesus and the Syrophonecian woman, even the dogs eat the crumbs under the children's table.

    Preaching in a different pulpit Sunday, filling in for a friend. This is a re-work of a sermon from earlier this year. Bread for dogs. 9 September 2012, Mark 7:24-37, Trinity 14 We are going to specifically look at a couple of the themes emphasized in this portion: bread, being filled completely ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Fall On Us

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 20, 2013
    based on 17 ratings
     | 60,905 views

    This is not for the faint of heart: If all you want is a blessing this is not the message for you, this is only for those who want God to take over, to consume them.

    While peter yet spake these words, the HolyGhost fell on all them, which heard the word. I want to draw your attention to one word in this verse (fell) that word has captured my attention. The HolyGhost fell on all them, which heard the word First of all it tells me that what is happening is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Communing With Jesus

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 21, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,027 views

    What is communing with God, how do we recognize Him, what gets us in touch with Him and what we will experience when we encounter Jesus!

    COMMUNING WITH JESUS Luke 24:13-32 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHY GRANDMA WAS SPEEDING 1. Freda is over 90 years old and lives in the Woodlands. And she still drives her car to the mall and to church every week. 2. But then one day she was caught speeding. When asked by the police officer why she ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Coming To Faith

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,141 views

    Theme: Coming to Faith - Isaiah, Paul and Peter come to faith through: 1. An epiphany/encounter with the LORD 2. Acknowledging and confessing their sinfulness 3. Accepting God's purifying touch 4. Partnering with the LORD JESUS

    Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10; Luke 5:1-11; [1 Corinthians 15:1-11 and Acts 9:1-19] - Epiphany 5 Theme: Coming to Faith - All three individuals (Isaiah, Paul and Peter) come to faith through: 1. An epiphany/encounter with the LORD 2. Acknowledging and confessing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Speechless (So You Had A Bad Day?)

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 27, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,302 views

    Even though the Christian life is primarily characterized by abundant life and joy, there are seasons where the Lord allows us to go through dark valleys. It is often during those wilderness times that we encounter God, and our faith is strengthened.

    SPEECHLESS (SO YOU HAD A BAD DAY?) OPENING TEXT: “Indeed these are the mere edges of His ways, and how small a whisper we hear of Him! But the thunder of His power who can understand?” (Job 26:14). INTRO: Personal story & search for God in the midst of suffering. • The sewer backup in our ...read more

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