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You Are Welcome Series

Contributed by Casey Campbell on Mar 9, 2013

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It is a meditation on the text...no illustrations...just a reworking of the basic concepts into the venacular.

As we read through the gospels we regularly are told that the good news of God’s kingdom is for those, “who have ears to hear, and eyes to see.” And what a great challenge and opportunity that is: to see the world from a fresh perspective and hear it make music in our souls. In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jude 1:6 - 7 Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Oct 12, 2020

| 2,826 views

Jude completes the Old Testament illustrations on times God brought judgment.

Our study tonight takes us into some unfamiliar water. Our focus tonight is on Jude 1:6. Our context from verse 5 Jude gives three illustrations from Jewish history of times when God brought judgment. In verse 5 it was on the rebellious Jews who refused to trust God and enter into the Promised ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Laborers: An Exposition Of Matthew 20:1-16

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 9, 2020

based on 4 ratings

| 8,796 views

Parables are more than stories from life. They illustrate something greater.

The Parable of the Laborers: An Exposition of Matthew 20:1-16 Have you ever wondered about what Jesus did between the time he astonished the rabbis in the Temple when He was twelve years old and the time He came to John the Baptist for baptism when he was about thirty years of age. All Luke tells ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 19:16-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformed By Truth: Understanding Jesus’ Ministry Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 25, 2024

based on 1 rating

| 582 views

The transformative power of Jesus' ministry as illustrated in the Gospel of Mark and Matthew.

Transformed by Truth: Understanding Jesus’ Ministry Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of Jesus' ministry as illustrated in the Gospel of Mark and Matthew. Our key scripture passages are Mark 6:30, Mark 6:12-13, Matthew 14:21, and Mark 6:31 (NLT). These passages ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30, Mark 6:12-13, Matthew 14:21, Mark 6:31, Matthew 11:28, James 5:14-15, John 6:35, Psalm 23:1-3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

7 Candles Bring The Gift Of Life.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2023

| 573 views

i USE 7 CANDLES TO ILLUSTRATE GOD'S GIFTS.

7 CANDLES: GOD GIVES GOOD GIFTS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) You need 7 candles to light. --- 2 light purple candles, 1 dark purple candle, 1 pink candle, 1 white candle, 1 gold candle. Lighter to light the candles. EMMANUEL: GOD WITH US. WE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, John 8:12, Romans 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Alpine Christianity

Contributed by Stephen Evoy on Dec 14, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 2,890 views

Applies a "mountaineering" metaphor to the Christian journey to illustrate the difference between a burden ("boulder") and a load ("backpack"). First person perspective, honest illustrations from my own experience. Engaging stories, easy applicability,

In 1953, John Hunt organized an assault-style expedition to Mt. Everest. He enlisted an army of Sherpas to serve as porters. The porters established the climbing route, built bridges across the glacier, and stockpiled supplies at strategic locations up the mountain. One of the Sherpas was named ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

What Is Prayer?

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2003

based on 16 ratings

| 2,626 views

This outline illustrates what prayer is, the power in it, and how jesus prayed.

WHAT IS PRAYER? Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org (989) 362-7831 NKJ Luke 18:1 * Prayer is our approach to God. To persist in prayer and not to give up does not mean endless repetition or painfully long prayer sessions. Constant prayer means keeping our requests ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Count The Cost

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 3, 2001

based on 115 ratings

| 7,151 views

A deductive exposition of the text with illustrations challenging people to count the cost of following Jesus.

Text: Luke 14:1—35 Title: Count the Cost Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Christian Living/Discipleship Theme: Cost of following Jesus Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to count the true cost of following Jesus. Response: Individuals will fill out cards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Gift Worth Receiving

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Dec 20, 2001

based on 37 ratings

| 3,971 views

This sermon illustrates what receiving Christ really is through the Biblical story of Simeon.

A Gift Worth Receiving Luke 2:21-33 December 23, 2001 Intro: A. [Prayer and God’s Sovereignty, Citation: Mark Ashton, A Voice in the Wilderness (OM Publishing); submitted by Owen Bourgaize, Guernsey, United Kingdom A small boy was writing a letter to God about the Christmas presents he badly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eagles And Turkeys

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 2, 2003

based on 259 ratings

| 52,491 views

A illustration/sermon for those who are eagles inside but living like turkeys on the outside

Eagles and Turkeys Many years ago I listened to a sermon preached by a man called Peter Lord, I remember it well for it greatly impacted my life at that time, and God used it bless me in a great way. In the sermon Peter tells of a vision/dream he had (I can’t remember which he said it was) ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Views On Life

Contributed by Miles Anderson on Jan 25, 2003

based on 35 ratings

| 3,042 views

When there are so many views on life, why not look at the illustration that Jesus used?

VIEWS ON LIFE/ADAPTED FROM AN OUTLINE BY BRO. RON BLANKENSHIP Introduction: There is one daunting question asked by men and woman, boys and girls alike. It is a question that has been asked throughout time and continues to be asked. What is my purpose in life. What is the meaning of all there is in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

E.t. And The Resurrection?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 3, 2002

based on 51 ratings

| 3,726 views

Using E.T as an illustration to link children with the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ

Gunthorpe 05-05-02 Acts 17: 22-34 Paul the Apostle in Athens Story: I wonder how many of you have seen the film ET - that was first released 20 years ago (on 11th June 1982) and which has now just been re-released. For those who haven’t seen it – like me – the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Anglican

Examples Of A Spirit Filled Christian

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

based on 57 ratings

| 3,516 views

This sermon looks at the life of Stephen and illustrates six charateristics of a spirit-filled Christian

I. Introduction a. In Acts Chapters 6, 7 & 8 we see the story of Stephen. b. Stephen was a i. Martyr, Deacon, Preacher c. He was a man full of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 6:3; 6:5; 7:55) d. The Characteristics of a Christian filled with the spirit. II. Available to the Lord a. When the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:5

Denomination: Baptist

#6remove The Weight:jealousy Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 7,062 views

In this part 6 of Remove the weights, we consider the weight of Jealousy. This is an illustrated sermon.

6 of a 12 part series. #6 REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... JEALOUSY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO RUN WITH ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:34-35, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

#12remove The Weight:pleasure As A Goal. Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002

based on 27 ratings

| 4,622 views

This is the conclusion of the illustrated sermon: Remove the Weight, we look at Pleasure seeking as a goal.

12 of a 12 part series. #12 REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... Pleasure as a goal. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:6, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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