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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Rotten Mess Faith

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,247 views

    We illustrate how Jesus had to walk Martha through three levels of faith.

    TITLE DEED FAITH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I ponder today ROTTEN MESSES and Faith. We must come to realize a problem is but a doorway of opporutnity for God to show His Plan! I ponder: Can people have faith and never use it? Are there levels of faith? How can I learn to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Unthinkable Purchase

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,234 views

    This sermon uses the purshase that Hosea made to illustrate the purchase God made through Christ.

    I. Introduction a. Role of a Prophet i. To be a prophet, one must be a spokesperson for God. ii. The term “The word of the Lord came to” so and so. iii. Prophets came from all walks of life. iv. Many of the early prophets only spoke to individuals, while in the later Hebrew history, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Martens avatar

    We Need Real Daddy's, Not Just Fathers!

    Contributed by Chad Martens on Oct 25, 2001
    based on 149 ratings
     | 17,561 views

    Father’s Day sermon that illustrated the difference between being a Father, and being a "daddy"

    “We Need Real Daddy’s, Not Just Fathers!!” Today is the day in America and many other places around the world where men are honored for their accomplishments as fathers. For nearly 100 years now on the 3rd Sunday of June, we have observed this nearly sacred holiday. But today, I want us to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 53 ratings
     | 14,548 views

    A personal account of a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace illustrating Jesus’ parable of the Wedding Garment.

    My message is a reflection on the combination of a parable (Matt 22:1-14) and a rather special visit to Buckingham Palace which I trust will act as an illustration. When I partially retired I was asked to take on the task of the honorary treasurer of Welfare Service Charity. I found it quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Raisbeck avatar

    Healing - Check It Out Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 15, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,129 views

    Part 2 of an article on divine healing. Two simple illustrations are presented to aid the analysis.

    ILLUSTRATION #1 Phew, it was hot. Recently we were sitting on a train and over the PA system the announcement was made that cars outside were overheating in the high ambient temperature. The train was moving slowly, then stopping for several minutes then moving forward slowly... At this time I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Digging In The Couch

    Contributed by Christopher Crane on Jun 18, 2004
    based on 206 ratings
     | 35,400 views

    An Illustrated Sermon to help people focus on the reality of getting back to our "First Love."

    DIGGING IN THE COUCH Revelation 2:1-7 ***For the presentation of this message, I set up my platform like a Living Room – complete with sofa, easy chairs, end and coffee tables, table lamps, nick-nacks, etc. I came in initially, as though ready to leave for church, and but unable to find my keys. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    The Gate Keeper

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 11,774 views

    Illustrated sermon showing the danger of letting things we shouldn’t into our homes.

    The Gate Keeper (Note to Sermon Central readers. This sermon was an illustrated sermon. If you don’t read the drama portion you won’t get the full effect of the message. The drama portion has also been posted to Sermon Central and it has the same name: The Gate Keeper) Text: Nehemiah 3:29 ... The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Wayne Searls avatar

    Immanuel: God With Us

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Dec 7, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 21,569 views

    A Christmas sermon illustrating the reality of God’s presence in our world and in our lives.

    IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US Matthew 1:18-23; Text: v.23 SCRIPTURE: 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Spirit. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Good News For Lost People

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 11, 2008
     | 4,212 views

    Good news about Jesus Mission to rescue lost people illustrated by the story of Zacchaeus

    Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus Basingstoke 9th March 2008 GOOD NEWS FOR LOST PEOPLE We often hear of exciting rescue missions about emergency services It can be gripping TV drama as the story is retold – we experience the suspense and feel the relief as the victims are later interviewed expressing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Worker avatar

    Woman At The Well - Stages Of Relationsips

    Contributed by Michael Worker on Jun 22, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,365 views

    This sermon uses the illustration of the Woman at the well to show how christian friendship and community is developed

    On the way to Galilee Jesus passed through Samaria. It was noon when He reached the beautiful Vale of Shechem. At the opening of the valley was Jacob’s well. Wearied with His journey, He sat down here to rest while His disciples went to buy food. The Jews and the Samaritans were bitter ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Easter Means .....

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 5, 2006
    based on 59 ratings
     | 31,009 views

    This sermons breaks down the meaning of Easter, using Palm Sunday and Passion Sunday illustrations.

    Jesus was going on up to Jerusalem. As he approached Bethpage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, He sent two of His disciples into the next village and told them they would find a donkey and they were to bring that donkey back to Him so He could ride it into Jerusalem. They found the donkey ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Real Security Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,219 views

    Obadiah’s "Day of the Lord" prophecy illustrates that true security is found in Jesus alone.

    I hope that all of you enjoyed the last three weeks as much as I did. The prophetic implications of the three fall Jewish Feasts really fit in well with our study of the Old Testament prophets as we prepare for our study of the Book of Revelation. This morning we’ll return to our journey through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Williams III avatar

    Our Name And Identity

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,030 views

    This passage in Proverbs 22 illustrates our potential for our names, positions, judgments and behaviors.

    OUR NAME AND IDENTITY Text: Proverbs 22: 1 – 2, 8 – 9 & 22 – 23 Someone once said “True wealth is not found in gold, silver or other tangible forms of treasure. It is found in the possession of a reputation for honor, integrity, and justice”. (Walter Bruggemann, Charles B. Cousar, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • David Smith avatar

    The Unspeakable Gift

    Contributed by David Smith on Nov 20, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,933 views

    An illustrated Christmas message about the gifts of God that were given to us from the Cross.

    The Unspeakable Gift TEXT: II Corinthians 9:15 Every since that day in Eden’s garden that Adams sin created a gulf between man. A chasm that many generations to follow would attempt to bridge. For many generation the only way that man could approach their Holy God, was through the animal ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • James May avatar

    Your Pride Is Showing

    Contributed by James May on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 87 ratings
     | 16,274 views

    Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall. Examples and illustrations are given.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible