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  • Casey Campbell avatar

    You Are Welcome Series

    Contributed by Casey Campbell on Mar 9, 2013
     | 4,489 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ten Commandments Part 10 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 5, 2018
     | 2,268 views

    Part 10 reviews Coveting and illustrates the message through the story of David.

    The Ten Commandments Part 10 Scriptures: Exodus 20:17, James 1:13, 14; Romans 13:10; 1 Corinthians 5:10 This is part ten of my series “The Ten Commandments.” This morning we will examine tenth commandment found in Exodus 20:17. It reads, “You shall not covet your neighbor's house; you shall not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Vic Folkert avatar

    In Christ, I Am...overcoming Evil Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018
     | 5,776 views

    Evil is real and powerful, but the power of God is greater. The armor of God, with illustrations.

    IN CHRIST, I AM…OVERCOMING EVIL—Ephesians 6:10-20 Sometimes we are surprised at the evil in our world. A nice person, a good neighbor, goes ballistic and shoots someone. A respectable public figure has hidden sins exposed. A person we love and thought we knew shows a dark side. Evil touches so ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    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
     | 8,968 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

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jerry Smith avatar

    Jude 1:6 - 7 Series

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Oct 12, 2020
     | 2,998 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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    7 Candles Bring The Gift Of Life.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2023
     | 677 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

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Truth: Understanding Jesus’ Ministry Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 681 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

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Alpine Christianity

    Contributed by Stephen Evoy on Dec 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,980 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

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    What Is Prayer?

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,728 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

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    A Wayfaring Man

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,501 views

    This sermon illustrates that those involved in adultery will always destroy many things in their lives.

    The Wayfaring Man 2 Samuel 12:1-6 And the LORD sent Nathan unto David. And he came unto him, and said unto him, There were two men in one city; the one rich, and the other poor. 2 The rich man had exceeding many flocks and herds: 3 But the poor man had nothing, save one little ewe lamb, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Have An Ear Exam? What Hear Ye? Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 27, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,661 views

    This is an illustrated sermon on hearing what the spirit of God is saying to the chuch. Will we listen?

    HAVE AN EAR EXAMINATION? WHAT HEAR YE? By Wade Martin Hughes,Sr.; Kyfingers@aol.com This is a three part series. Illustrated sermon: You will need, a kitchen faucet, two glasses; light bulb, extension cord with bear wires on end exposed; Oscar the Grouch from Sesame Street in a garbage can, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    E.t. And The Resurrection?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 3, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 3,829 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

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jeff krist avatar

    Getting Back Your Fight

    Contributed by Jeff Krist on Dec 5, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,420 views

    An Illustrated sermon showing how the church needs to bring the sick to Jesus Christ

    Getting back your fight (This is an illustrated sermon showing how the church should bring the sick to Jesus Christ) Idea for Illustration came from Tommy Barretts church Preparation: -5 men, 1 man laying on a cot, the other 4 wearing white t-shirts, each shirt having a different word on ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Eagles And Turkeys

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 259 ratings
     | 52,989 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

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Mason avatar

    Spiritual Heart Attacks

    Contributed by Steve Mason on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 371 ratings
     | 49,432 views

    A sermon that describes the spiritual condition of our hearts using medical terms and illustrations

    OCTOBER 20TH, 2002 THERE IS A WAR BEING FOUGHT IN THE WORLD TODAY ….. -IT’S A SUPERNATURAL WAR -A WAR FOUGHT BETWEEN GOD AND SATAN -BETWEEN HEAVEN AND HELL -THAT WAR IS BEING FOUGHT FOR THE HEARTS OF MEN AND WOMEN ! ONE SIDE WANTS TO MAKE YOUR HEART SOFT -THE OTHER SIDE WANTS TO MAKE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational