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  • The 10 Lepers PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,227 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of expressing humble gratitude and honoring God for His blessings, as illustrated by the story of the ten lepers.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together in the spirit of fellowship and unity to bask in the divine light of God's Word. It is a joy and a privilege to share this space with you, as we seek to understand the profound wisdom and timeless truths that the Lord has so ...read more

  • The Endgame (Christ The King Sunday 2020)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 3, 2022
     | 2,608 views

    This parable about the sheep and the goats (Matthew 25:31- 46) illustrates three things, compassion, reciprocity and judgment.

    THE ENDGAME Text: Matthew 25:31 - 46 Matthew 25: 31 “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on the throne of his glory. 32 All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate people one from another as a shepherd ...read more

  • Finding Paths In Impossible Situations SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 494 views

    How God can guide us through seemingly impossible situations, as illustrated in Philippians 2:13-14.

    We have all faced situations where we wondered if there was a way out of our problems. Just like Abraham, who was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac, we may find ourselves in seemingly impossible predicaments. However, God always provides a solution when there appears to be no way out. Let us ...read more

  • Faith Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,129 views

    AS WE COME TO THE LAST OF OUR SERIES ON FAITH, WE ARE LEFT WITH, “FAITH”. IN OUR PASSAGE JESUS USES A VIVID ILLUSTRATION TO SPEAK ABOUT FAITH. WHAT IT IS, WHAT IT IS NOT, AND WHAT IT SHOULD BE. IN FACT SCRIPTURES USES THE ILLUSTRATION OF TREES, GARDENI

    FAITH AND THE FIG TREE Matthew 21:18-21 Now in the morning, when He was returning to the city, He became hungry. 19  Seeing a lone fig tree by the road, He came to it and found nothing on it except leaves only; and He *said to it, "No longer shall there ever be any fruit from you." And at once the ...read more

  • Facing The Lions

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 13, 2022
     | 2,379 views

    Let's look at the similarities between the dangers Satan poses and the dangers of a roaring lion (Material adapted from book, When Life is a Zoo, God Still Loves You) For the last illustration need this picture: https://www.freebibleimages.org/illustrations/moody-daniel-lions/

    HoHum: There is a story about a college student who was desperately in need of a summer job. He discovered the local zoo was looking for help. He couldn’t think of a more creative way to spend the summer, but he wasn’t prepared for the job description. When he went to apply, the zookeeper ...read more

  • Go Team! Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,537 views

    This sermon illustrates how the church should WORK together as a team (using our spiritual gifts) to advance the Kingdom of God.

    Go Team! Acts 9:32-43 June 9, 2002 Intro: A. [Beauty of Unity, Citation: Mike Royko, One More Time (University of Chicago Press, 1999), pp. 85-87; submitted by Dallas Roark, Emporia, Kansas] The late columnist Mike Royko writes about a conversation he had with Slats Grobnik, a man who sold ...read more

  • Looking For A City

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 153 ratings
     | 19,636 views

    Shows how we who are called to follow Christ can and should treat this world as temporary. A lot of illustrations in this sermon.

    “Looking for a City…” Hebrews 11:8-10 Hebrews 11:8 It was by faith that Abraham obeyed when God called him to leave home and go to another land that God would give him as his inheritance. He went without knowing where he was going. God called Abraham to leave his home, to leave everything he knew, ...read more

  • Answering The Call: The Life Of Samuel Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,238 views

    Discovering what it means to serve God is best illustrated by examining the commitment of those who do serve, like Samuel.

    What chance for great honor does God give us? The chance to influence a group of people That’s the greatest honor God gives one of His servants We must serve if we want to honor God. God’s Servant: I Is Known as God’s Possession 1 Samuel 3:20 And all Israel from Dan even to Beersheba knew ...read more

  • Commit Yourself To Jesus Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Sep 28, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 9,445 views

    A deductive exposition of the text following illustrations leading to a call to commitment. Individuals will be asked to make or reaffirm their commitments during Communion.

    Topic: Christian Living / Jesus Theme: Totally Committed Christian Living / Following Jesus Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to totally commit themselves to Jesus. There’s a sign in the window of an English company that reads: “We have been ...read more

  • Stupid Things Christians Do To Mess Up Their Lives

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 24, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 12,195 views

    The Word of God clearly illustrates that there are "stupid" things we can do to mess up our lives. What are they?

    Stupid Things Christians Do (to mess up their lives) TCF Sermon April 18, 2004 Did you ever notice how much of life is full of warnings, full of cautions? You can’t drive from here to home after church today, without seeing something that’s a direct warning or caution, or at the very least, a law ...read more

  • Pilate's Moral Struggle Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005
    based on 60 ratings
     | 27,077 views

    Expository sermon dealing with Pilate’s decision. Movie clip from the "Patriot" illustrates the importance of making courageous decisions.

    Pilate’s Moral Struggle Fortifying the Foundations # 41 John 19:1-16[1] 7-18-04 In our text this morning we encounter a tremendous moral struggle. The man experiencing this struggle is the governor of Judea, Pontius Pilate. His struggle begins when providence brings him face to face with the ...read more

  • Palms And Walls

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,164 views

    A sermon on Isaiah 49:14-22 for Baby Recognition Sunday. (Thanks to many SermonCentral contributors for illustrations and ideas)

    Sermon for 8/1/2004 Baby Sunday Isaiah 49:14-22 Introduction: A. Isaiah is the Shakespeare of the Old Testament. Start reading here and go through to the end of this book we see wonderful descriptions of Jesus Christ, of salvation, and of the New Israel (the Church) and of heaven. B. Vs. 14- ...read more

  • What Is God Like? The Prodigal

    Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 3,715 views

    The Parable of the Prodigal is not really about the younger son; Jesus told it to illustrate what God is like, not what sinners are like.

    Fourth Sunday in Lent — March 21, 2004 Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 What Is God Like? The Prodigal R________ (Rejected) R________ (Running) R________ (Restoring) W ________ (Waiting) prod·i·gal adj 1. recklessly extravagant, spendthrift 2. giving ...read more

  • He Came To Seek And To Save

    Contributed by Tim Gresham on Jan 19, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,425 views

    A textual sermon breaking down the purpose of why Christ came. Simple, 4-point outline with cross-references and illustrations.

    He Came to Seek and to Save by Pastor Tim Gresham Text: Luke 19:10 I. His Incarnation is Selfless “For the Son of Man has come….” Incarnation (Lat. in and caro, stem carn, meaning “flesh”). In the context of Christian theology, the act whereby the eternal Son of God, the Second Person of the ...read more

  • "Jesus Teaches About Thanksgiving"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Nov 19, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 13,598 views

    There is a difference between being "glad" and being "grateful". There is a difference between being "cleansed" and being "whole". Jesus illustrates this in this miracle.

    “Jesus Teaches About Thanksgiving” Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION: We CONTINUE in our series about “What Jesus Taught”. We have already seen what Jesus taught about: The Holy Spirit, the Tongue, Prayer … Thanksgiving is my favorite time of the year (weather, meaning). The true meaning of ...read more