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No Hometown Hero

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Dec 23, 2025

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Some people return home to a hero's welcome, but when Jesus returned to Nazareth, His reception was just the opposite! This message does a deep dive into the possible reasons for this terrible welcome.

I have entitled our message today, “No Hometown Hero.” This term is often used for an athlete who plays for their home team, having a major impact, like helping them win a championship. This athlete then goes off to play college or professional sports; and when he or she later returns to become a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Unexpected Jesus - Intro Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 13, 2001

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This is an introductory lesson for this series designed for Bible Class use.

THE UNEXPECTED JESUS - INTRO Luke 4:16-21 INTRODUCTION: Maybe some of you have heard of Norm Evans. He was an all-pro lineman for the Miami Dolphins. Several years ago he wrote a book titled On God’s Squad, in which he discusses his faith, his conversion and his view of football as a result. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unexpected Jesus - Intro Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 13, 2001

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This is an introductory lesson for this series designed for Bible Class use.

THE UNEXPECTED JESUS - INTRO Luke 4:16-21 INTRODUCTION: Maybe some of you have heard of Norm Evans. He was an all-pro lineman for the Miami Dolphins. Several years ago he wrote a book titled On God’s Squad, in which he discusses his faith, his conversion and his view of football as a result. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All Or Nothing

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

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To gain His treasure we must give all.

(1) INTRODUCTION: "Again the kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and hid; and for joy over it he goes and sells all that he has and buys the field." Matthew 13:44 What is this hidden treasure and how are we to possess it ? (2) Let us look at each section of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Proverbs 2:4-5

Denomination: *other

Living In The Shadow Of The Cross

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 24, 2003

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I still believe that the message of the cross is still as powerful and compelling as it has ever been. Look with me at the characteristics of the message of the cross.

LIVING IN THE SHADOW OF THE CROSS © 2000 Mark Beaird Text: Mark 8:34-38  Billy Graham wrote in Decision magazine, “I find that I can preach on any subject other than the cross, and it does not seem as offensive to people as the cross does. I can preach on doing good works, on social ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Fear (The 3 Hebrew Children)

Contributed by Gregory Curtis on May 13, 2003

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II Timothy 1:7 tells us that God does not give us a spirit of fear. How can we keep from fear and anxiety? Three teenagers show us in Daniel chapter 3...

NO FEAR II Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love, and of self discipline" Daniel 1:1-7 - Described as "young men" in verse 4. Probably 15-20 years old. - From wealthy, influential families. From stable, noble backgrounds. - Good looking, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-8, Daniel 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Loving And Giving God

Contributed by Rick Adams on Dec 15, 2001

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Two character traits of God that should be prevalent in our lives.

NOTE: My manuscripts are basically my thoughts on paper. Typically, I use them as a guide, not verbatim. Very rarely do I preach my message exactly the way I wrote it. If you would like to hear the message preached, please visit Abundant Life Fellowship’s multimedia page at ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Calling

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

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God’s Calling - Acts 16

Acts 16 – Paul is Called to Europe and to the Gentile World Illustrations:FEELINGS When George B. McClellan was commissioned Major General of the Army, he wrote his wife, "I don’t feel any different than I did yesterday. Indeed, I have not yet put on my new uniform. I am sure that I am in command ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter's Influences

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Apr 14, 2001

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Various influences that surrounded the first Easter concluding with the influences Christ has had on history, humanity and our own personal lives.

Introduction: If we were to take the time to count the number of things or people who have influenced us just today, no doubt we would be here for a while. We are influenced by everything from the weather, to our personal preferences, to the clock on the wall; we are influenced by how hard or soft ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Foolish Communication Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 6, 2005

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the apostle Paul wants us to understand that human wisdom is not the answer to the needs of the church, the cross of Christ is the answer to the needs of the church

FOOLISH COMMUNICATION 1 CORINTHIANS 1:18-31 INTRODUCTION: As we continue our study in the book of First Corinthians, we approach a fundamental tenet of Paul’s’ writing, namely the inability to comprehend the wisdom of God through the wisdom of man. Aptly applied to the church, the apostle wants ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Mountains

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 27, 2008

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The Kingdom of God and transforming the Seven Mountains of societal influence

Three decades ago, two well-known Christian leaders, Loren Cunningham, founder of Youth With A Mission, and Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade For Christ, were given a simultaneous supernatural message for each other. They both saw 7 strategic mountains, or "mind molders", that shape the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:2

Denomination: Charismatic

As For Me And My House

Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Jun 23, 2008

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Joshua is our focus today on this occasion of the Father’s day. He made a choice that made him stood out among the fathers of his day and he remains a role model for all parents of today. We shall do well if we take after him. Let’s see the characteri

FATHER’S DAY SERMON Text: Joshua 24:15 Speaker: Dixon Olu. David Date: 15th June, 2008 Topic: AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE SERMON OUTLINE Introduction From generation to generation, God has been looking for people He can breathe through in raising godly generations after them. The good news is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Foursquare

Good Citizesn Make Good Citizens

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

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Good Christians make good citizens because they are saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Spirit.

A Good Christian makes a Good Citizen Matt: 22:15-22 “Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s; and unto God the things that are God’s” During the upcoming election period when we have to choose between a candidate who thinks he knows it all and one that knows nothing. People ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

It's A High Price To Pay For Having Your Own Way

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 29, 2006

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Lot was the classic example of a worldly Christian. He was what we would call a Backslidden Child of God.

It’s a High Price to Pay for Having Your Own Way Gen 13:1-13 Lot is a very interesting character. He was the son of Abraham’s Brother. Last week we look at the Faith of Abraham. One of those things was he obeyed the Word of God. But when we take a closer look – You will remember that God told ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Speak Clearly

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Dec 1, 2006

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Paul was not intimidated with the intellect or the prominence of the Greek people. Paul knew what the Greek people thought of him, and it didn’t slow him down for a minute. Paul spoke with confidence in what he believed and lived by.

SPEAK CLEARLY Recently, my wife and I purchased a new cordless phone. We had trouble with hearing on the old one we had. So we bought a new one that was supposed to be state of the art. It’s the newest and the greatest. We got it home only to find that on occasions people on the other end ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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