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  • Wayne Searls avatar

    Immanuel: God With Us

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Dec 7, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 21,435 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

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    The Gate Keeper

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 11,551 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

  • James May avatar

    Your Pride Is Showing

    Contributed by James May on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 87 ratings
     | 16,054 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

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    0101 Christmas I: God's Problem Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 17, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,599 views

    How Joesph�s problem with Mary is illustrative w/God�s problem with mankind.

    Sermon: God�s Problem Text: Matt 1:18-25 Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, December 26, 2004 Occasion: Christmas I Who: Mark Woolsey I . Intro "Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privately." (Mat ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    A Lesson In Humility Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 11, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 18,354 views

    This passage is a graphic illustration of the biblical truth that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.

    Scripture We learn different lessons throughout our lives. Some lessons are easy to learn. Other lessons are difficult to learn. One of the most difficult lessons to learn is a lesson in humility. A long time ago king Nebuchadnezzar learned a lesson in humility. Be aware that the first three ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Russell Rhodes avatar

    Progressing In Salvation Series

    Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Oct 7, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,356 views

    The man healled at Bethsaida is a illustration of how salvation progressis and three are other lessons as well

    Progressing in Salvation The Miracle of the Blind man in Bethsaida Mark 8:13-30 (8:22-26) Miracles #24 I. The Context of the Miracle. A. The lack of understanding of who Jesus is. 8:13-21 B. The Miracle. 8:22-26 C. The complete understanding of who Jesus is. 8:27-30 II. The Miracle. A. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Easter Means .....

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 5, 2006
    based on 59 ratings
     | 30,852 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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    The Unspeakable Gift

    Contributed by David Smith on Nov 20, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,857 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

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Living On Purpose Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,076 views

    The Ashley Smith story illustrates the power of a purpose driven life. It can be ours too.

    Living with Purpose Romans 8:28; 29-39 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Ashley Smith never suspected that she would ever have to spend a night like that! Not in her worst nightmare! How do you prepare for being assaulted by an escaped ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rotten Mess Faith

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,070 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

  • Michael Worker avatar

    Woman At The Well - Stages Of Relationsips

    Contributed by Michael Worker on Jun 22, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,211 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

  • John Williams III avatar

    Our Name And Identity

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,652 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

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Be A Survivor

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,296 views

    This message illustrate how we can survive any situation that comes our way.

    Text: “So He destroyed all living things which were on the face of the ground: both man and cattle, creeping thing and bird of the air. They were destroyed from the earth. Only Noah and those who were with him in the ark remained alive” (Genesis 7:23). We often hear the word “survivor” used. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Real Security Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,988 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

  • David Owens avatar

    The Ultimate Family Reunion Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 6, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 54,830 views

    Joseph's reunion with his family is a good illustration of the reunion we will someday have in heaven.

    Introduction: A. How many of you have regular family reunions? 1. They can be interesting times, right? All the relatives in one place - telling the family stories and the family secrets. 2. Here are a few family reunion pictures I thought you might enjoy. 3. Picture: Transporting everyone to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ