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  • William Baeta avatar

    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 3, 2019
     | 6,794 views

    “And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying, Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:25)

    This parable is well known and popular among many people even among those with no access to a Bible. The background to this parable was an attempt by the Jewish religious leaders to counter the authority of Christ and assert their own authority. This, however, was impossible as Jesus always ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    For Goodness Sake Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019
     | 2,783 views

    Let’s take up this idea of goodness.

    FOR GOODNESS SAKE! GALATIANS 5:22 INTRODUCTION: James Hunter, writing in Leadership magazine, said, “We Americans generally want to think of ourselves as good people. That, in many respects, is where the trouble begins.” Let’s take up this idea of goodness. I. Goodness Defined How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 22, 2018
     | 8,835 views

    Having revealed Himself as the Door of the sheep, Jesus also declared that He was the Defender of the sheep - the Good Shepherd. He was totally committed to the sheep, laying down His life for them. What a blessing to know the Shepherd.

    The Good Shepherd John 10:11-18 In our previous study, Jesus declared Himself as the Door of the sheepfold. Continuing the conversation, Jesus then declared Himself the Defender of the sheep – the Good Shepherd. Such a continuation is fitting when one considers that the shepherd served as both the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Apr 27, 2019
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     | 14,221 views

    Today we will take a look at the Good Samaritan and glean from the conversation that Jesus had with a lawyer about this dynamic man.

    Luke 10:25-37 Introduction: • Paint the Picture o The story of “The Good Samaritan” is known far and wide in Christendom. o It’s a story of treachery, thievery, hypocrisy, racism, compassion and care. o This story teaches us to look beyond religious, social, racial and societal barriers and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Good Life

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 1, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,405 views

    To find out how to life a "good life" in the eyes of Jesus please read this sermon on Psalms 16.

    Living the Good Life Psalms 16 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What does “living a good life” mean? The obvious definition would be that a good life is one that does not do evil unto others. Many people believe that if a person’s words or deeds do not infringe on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smith on May 24, 2019
     | 6,744 views

    The Story of the Good Samaritan in Luke chapter 10 and what it teaches us about the true nature of Sin. In this message we discuss the reasons why we cannot inherit eternal life and why a new spiritual birth is the only way of salvation.

    The Nature of Sin The Good Samaritan In this message, we’re going to consider the story of The Good Samaritanand what it tells us about the nature of sin. We begin in verse 25 of Luke chapter 10, when a legal expert tried to put Jesus on the spot! ‘Teacher’, he asked. ‘What must I do to inherit ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Be A Good Warrior

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 20, 2019
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     | 4,968 views

    BE STRONG AND FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT

    BE A GOOD WARRIOR TEXT:2 Tim. 2:3-5 3 As a good soldier of Christ Jesus you must endure your share of suffering. 4 Soldiers on duty don’t work at outside jobs. They try only to please their commanding officer. 5 No one wins an athletic contest without obeying the rules. Intro: As Paul neared the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Good Mourning

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 21, 2019
     | 5,045 views

    Some lessons from grief in the wake of the first anniversary of my wife's passing.

    1. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 13 But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. 14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Good King

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 24, 2025
     | 98 views

    Herod was not a good King but King Jesus is.

    Matthew 2:13-23 The Good King 1. Jesus is incarnate God becomes flesh • Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit, was also the son of Mary. • He was born. He grew up. As a youngster, he skinned his knees. He roughhoused with friends. He loved a good meal • He rejoiced at a wedding feast. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Good News

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 24, 2025
     | 72 views

    Born in a stable is the Good News The Gospel of Jesus Christ is good news.

    Luke 2:1–14 Good News 1. The Setting of the Good News • The passage begins with a decree from Caesar Augustus, reminding us that God’s plan unfolds even through earthly powers. • Mary and Joseph journey to Bethlehem, the city of David, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 1, 2026
     | 212 views

    Reject the greedy shepherds and rely on the Good Shepherd. Trust Him to bring you home, to bring you what you need, to bring you justice, to bring you together, and to bring you peace.

    A group of business leaders were touring a mental hospital, with one of them making some very insensitive and insulting remarks about the patients. After the tour was completed, the group met with various members of the mental hospital staff in the cafeteria. The unkind visitor chatted with Bill, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    God Is Good Series

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025
     | 106 views

    This is the 9th sermon in the series.

    GOD IS GOOD PSALM 119:65-72 INTRODUCTION A. David said that God is good, and He does good (v. 68). B. Good people sometimes struggle to reconcile the idea that God is good with the fact that good people often suffer. When they suffer, they assume God is punishing them because they are not as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Good Fight

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Oct 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 502 views

    Life on earth is temporary. What we do with the time we have here will depend on where we spend eternity. Paul is pouring out his innermost feelings and advice on how to finish the race well. It is a fight, but a good one.

    Death bed narratives are when people share their innermost feelings at the most vulnerable time of their lives. It is their last words and can be secrets they have held on to for their entire lives or it can be valuable advice or instruction to those whom they love so very much. I am suggesting ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Michael Cansler on Oct 30, 2025
     | 139 views

    A Good Shepherd will always put his sheep before himself.

    A Good Shepherd (John 10:11-18) We are going to talk about the qualities of a good shepherd Every human heart desires to be known, loved, chosen and led I know as a man, the Bible commands us to be head of the household, but this is a man’s desire as well Ephesians 5:23 We all crave security, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    The Good Samartian

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 10, 2025
     | 684 views

    In life like the Samaritan were up to bat at moments when we see needs and respond actively or inactively. The Levite and Priest responded inactively but the Samaritan responded by being active he was up to bat and hit a grand slam.

    1. The Good Samaritan Story Luke 10:25-37 • An expert in the law Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” • Jesus said, 26 “What is written in the Law?” “How do you read it?” • The young lawyer said, “ Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist