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  • J Jeffrey Smead avatar

    Donut Theology / Be Teleios

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 18, 2011
    based on 176 ratings
     | 80,201 views

    In Greek, the word translated "perfect" in Matthew is "teleios". " If something accomplishes what it is designed to do, it is said to be perfect that is "teleios" So "telios" is often translated as "mature". "Teleios" has the idea of "being complete."

    Jesus proclaims In the Gospel Lesson today: "Be perfect, therefore, as your Heavenly Father is perfect." Be Perfect! Let us consider two other passages that speak to this calling, a calling to be perfect: From Genesis Gen. 6:9 "Noah was a just man and perfect in his generations, and Noah walked ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    And Now, The Weather Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 22, 2020
     | 5,290 views

    The Big Idea: We don’t always like the warnings Scripture gives us. In the parable of the wicked tenants, Jesus warns the religious leaders of of the consequences of not bearing the fruit God is looking for.

    Since we’ve titled this series “Good News,” a lot of the sermon titles have related to the news—“The most trusted name in News,” “A Slow News Day,” “The Rest of the Story—” stuff like that. So that’s where this title comes from, and I’ll talk more about this later. An interesting thing about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Conversation Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 29, 2020
     | 3,120 views

    Much had changed since Naomi and Ruth returned from Moab. Neither woman had any idea what the Lord had in store for their future and how their lives were about to change.

    A Conversation of Hope Ruth 2: 19-23 As I studied this wonderful passage, I was reminded of the change that has taken place in such a short time. In the beginning verses, Naomi and Ruth had returned from Moab with little hope or confidence in the future. Little did they know that God was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Father's Blessing Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,808 views

    BIG IDEA: It is “The GOD of my father and mother” who blesses me, and I want to be that ‘father’ so my children will also know the Blessing of the LORD GOD my HEAVENLY FATHER.

    2020.01.17. My Father’s Blessing William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: It is “The GOD of my father and mother” who blesses me, and I want to be that ‘father’ so my children will also know the Blessing of the LORD GOD my HEAVENLY FATHER. My father’s blessing In July 2004, I met with my father and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Of The Unexpected (Part 5 Exodus) Series

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 12, 2018
     | 12,128 views

    At the Red Sea the Israelites are caught between the Red Sea and the Army. They have no Idea that God is about to do the unexpected. What challenges in your life call for you to look to an Unexpected action by God

    Exodus 14:10-22 10 As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites looked back, and there were the Egyptians advancing on them. In great fear the Israelites cried out to the Lord. 11 They said to Moses, “Was it because there were no graves in Egypt that you have taken us away to die in the wilderness? What ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Day Superman Died Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 28, 2013
    based on 69 ratings
     | 25,520 views

    Unlike Superman, Jesus came to earth... to die. But there are people who reject Jesus' mission. They refuse to accept the idea that Jesus came to die, to be buried and rise again. Why would they do that?

    OPEN: (We showed a picture on the screen of George Reeves as Superman with a flowing cape) Who is this? (Superman) Of course it’s Superman. This was THE superman. He was the strange visitor from another planet with powers and abilities beyond those of Superman. This was the hero that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit. # 1

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on May 21, 2012
     | 6,888 views

    I got this idea from reading a sermon that i saw on sermon central. Then i just went with teh holy spirit as he lead me. I looked at the ministry of the Holy spirit.

    THE MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Part 1. John 16:7-15. Of all the great stuff that the Bible teaches the Ministry of the Holy Spirit is the one that most people have a problem with. Let me say that I know that I am not an expert, but there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Children Are Really Special 2 God

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 3, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,670 views

    The sermon is a kickoff to our VBS with the same theme. The idea is that the characters of the bible were significant to God in their development before him. We used CAR names to remind us of certain bible characters.

    1. A Car Ride Home After a baby dedication service for his baby brother in church, little Johnny sobbed all the way home in the back seat of the car. His father asked him three times what was wrong. Finally, the boy replied, "That preacher said he wanted us brought up in a Christian home, but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Building A Living Memorial

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 26, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,773 views

    A Memorial Day sermon that transitions from the normal Memorial Day themes to the idea of our lives being a living memorial with the foundation of God's Word, the framework of faith in Jesus Christ, and the walls of works.

    Building a Living Memorial Memorial Day Sermon Chuck Sligh May 26, 2013 The skeleton and some of the basic thoughts for this sermon is borrowed from a sermon by Daniel Austin titled A Living Memorial which may be found on SermonCentral.com. Most of the meat on the skeleton is pretty much my own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Your Theology Bumps Into The Facts Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2021
     | 3,844 views

    A lengthy story about a man born blind provides a clear picture of what happens when your theology bumps into inconvenient facts. Will you reach for God or cling to your predetermined ideas?

    SEEING THE LIGHT: The man was blind but saw by believing and obeying Jesus. - John 9:1-7. a. We’ll get more into the confusion in a moment, but the disciples echo the prevailing theology of the time and presume that someone must have sinned for him to be blind. - vv. 1-2. - It was a theology ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grumblers And The Scandal Of Grace

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 19, 2020
     | 2,428 views

    In this text Jesus tells the parable (Laborers in the Vineyard) in which Jesus is saying to his critics: “Your idea of God is all wrong, this is what God is like: The kingdom of God is like a “good employer.”

    In Jesus Holy Name September 20, 2020 Text: Matthew 20:1-2,15 Redeemer Grumblers & The Scandal of Grace John Reuman in his book “Jesus in the Church’s Gospel’s” writes; “Jesus….stressed the “grace of God”. Mercy, goodness and love for sinful humanity is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    What Must I Do To Be Saved? Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021
     | 2,452 views

    In answer to the question: There seem to be a lot of different ideas about how a person can be sure to be allowed into Heaven. I have a lot of family members who tried different approaches. Are they in Heaven or not?

    Question to be asked: There seem to be a lot of different ideas about how a person can be sure to be allowed into Heaven. I have a lot of family members who tried different approaches. Are they in Heaven or not? Intro: I’m going to guess that the main reason for this question is that someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Work Six Rest One! (Labor Day)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022
     | 1,809 views

    We all have different ideas about what would be the ideal life, and we all strive to acquire it. We will never have the ideal life until we get to heaven.

    Some say that heaven will not be heaven for some people. Illus: That reminds me of the story one of the fellows in church told me. He told me that Bill, Ron, and Jack all died and went to heaven. When they got there, they discovered the most beautiful golf course they had ever seen. St. Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Maze avatar

    Christmas: Why Did Jesus Come To Us? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 2,971 views

    I’m really glad God came up with the idea of Christmas. But what did God have in mind when He created Christmas? What motivated Him to bring Christmas to us?

    Christmas is really enjoyable on so many levels. But a widow names Stella has an unusual experience on Christmas. Stella’s first Christmas as a widow brought incredible loneliness. One day her doorbell rang and she was greeted by a messenger holding a box. “What’s in the box?” she asked. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Wallace avatar

    Why Christmas Is All About Giving (& Receiving) Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 23, 2021
     | 1,868 views

    Have you ever wondered why Christmas is all about giving? You probably have an idea. But I want to make sure today that you understand exactly what it means for you.

    Have you ever wondered why Christmas is all about giving? Well, I imagine most of us have a feel for this. It’s because Jesus was all about loving and giving. But there’s a little bit more to it than that. And my goal this evening is that you don’t miss what Jesus intended Christmas to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church