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    Surprise! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 30, 2023
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    If you’ve lost all hope, trust Jesus with your life, and don’t be surprised by His delays His devotion, and His deliverance when it finally does come.

    Surprise! (John 11:1-44) John Ortberg, pastor of the Menlo Park Presbyterian Church in California, talks about a friend of his, who used to work as a denominational official in Minnesota. One of his jobs was to travel to little rural communities where they didn't have churches to do funerals. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    When God Doesn't Make Sense Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jul 10, 2021
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    Jesus' beloved friends had requested He come for their urgent need. But He didn't show up when He could have? What are we to think when God doesn't answer our prayers--there's only silence--and midnight passes?

    Boy, we live in some tumultuous times, don’t we? Earthquake and tsunami in Japan. A nuclear disaster there as a result. Uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt and Libya. Our nation involved in wars in Iraq, Afghanistan and now Libya. And wasn’t it only a few months ago that a huge earthquake ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    I Am

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 30, 2022
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    In the book of John, Jesus says “I AM” seven times. Seven is the number of completeness, spiritual perfection.

    I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE – John 6:35 • Fed thousands with a few fishes and bread • Exodus 16:35 – children of Israel ate manna • As in many cultures, bread is a staple of life • Bread sustains physical • Jesus sustains spiritual I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD – John 8:12 • Jesus wanted followers to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Delayed But Not Denied

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 13, 2025
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    Delay is not the end of the story. It is only a chapter in the book of your testimony. When God delays, it is not because He is ignoring you but because He is preparing something better. Trust in His perfect timing.

    DELAYED BUT NOT DENIED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Habakkuk 2:3 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Genesis 18:10-14, John 11:21-23, Isaiah 60:22, Psalm 27:14 INTRODUCTION: Delay is one of life’s most difficult experiences, especially when you have prayed, believed, and waited with faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sermon # 20 - God Will Make A Way Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 15, 2025
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    The Israelites were hemmed in from behind and before, and in such a critical situation they looked up to the Lord who intervened to bring a mighty deliverance. No matter what our fears or anxieties, let’s look up to Jesus who died to save us and lives to deliver us from all our fears.

    We read in Exodus 14:10, “When the Israelites saw the king and his army marching against them, they were terrified and cried out to the LORD for help.” (GNB) In this incidence, we see that multitudes of Israelites who were fleeing from Egypt were filled with dread, and they had every reason to do ...read more

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    When God Steps In Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 20, 2025
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    There are situations in life where human help becomes useless and efforts appear wasted. When Lazarus died, it was a hopeless situation. But when God stepped in, the story changed.

    WHEN GOD STEPS IN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:39-44 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1, Isaiah 43:2, Luke 7:11-16, Mark 4:35-41, Jeremiah 32:27 INTRODUCTION: There are situations in life where human help becomes useless and efforts appear wasted. When Lazarus died, it was a hopeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Thomas: A Disciple Under Pressure Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 21, 2025
     | 458 views

    The overall word that described what Thomas was dealing with was: pressure.

    THOMAS: A DISCIPLE UNDER PRESSURE JOHN 11:1-16 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Known for one thing Some people are known for one thing. We sometimes call that “a one shot wonder” or a signature or a trademark. We can also use the phrase “one trick pony” or notorious. Some people are known for one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding The Purpose Behind Lazarus' Death SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    The death of Lazarus served as a platform for Jesus to reveal Himself as the embodiment of resurrection and life. This sermon explores the seven reasons behind Lazarus' death.

    Today, we will delve into the 11th chapter of the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the death and resurrection of Lazarus. In this passage, we can uncover six valuable lessons that can be learned from this event. Lazarus' death provided Jesus with an opportunity to reveal Himself as the ...read more

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    The Evolution Of Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 694 views

    This sermon explores the three different stages of faith, demonstrating its growth and evolution.

    Today, we will explore the three distinct phases of faith that are evident in the story of Lazarus' death. These phases can be described as struggling faith, clinging faith, and resting faith. Let us delve into each phase and understand their significance. In this phase, Martha finds herself in ...read more

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    Never Lose Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 1,428 views

    This sermon explores the unwavering faith of Christians, focusing on the biblical story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha.

    Don't Give Up on God! Coming out of a Dead Situation! John 11:20-23 Today's sermon is about the faith of Christians and the story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha. It's important to remember to not give up on God, even when faced with difficult circumstances. God has a purpose for everything we go ...read more

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    Life Lessons From Lazarus' Miracle SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    There are valuable life lessons we can extract from the story of Lazarus' resurrection that may not have been apparent before.

    During the Sundays in Lent, we have explored various memorable events and characters from the Bible. Today, we delve into one of the most well-known stories in the Bible: the raising of Lazarus. This story holds valuable lessons that can benefit us all, regardless of our circumstances. Let us ...read more

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    God's Timing: Perfect And Worth The Wait SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,462 views

    Life often presents us with situations where our desires are not met in our expected time, even after prayers. It's during these times that God is patiently waiting for a reason. Don't give up, but rather, wait for Him. His timing is perfect and always worth the wait.

    Introduction: In the story of Lazarus' resurrection found in John 11, we see that Jesus performed a great miracle by raising him from the dead. However, there are deeper lessons to be learned from this story. One important lesson is found in verse 6, where Jesus waits for two days before going to ...read more

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    Finding Hope In Grief SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,546 views

    A funeral message that provides comfort and hope through the story of John 11.

    Welcome and Prayer Good afternoon and thank you for coming. We are gathered here today to mourn the loss of Patricia. We are here to share in the pain and sorrow, to weep and to wonder why. We may not have all the answers, but it is important for us to be here. In the book of Ecclesiastes, God ...read more

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    Finding Comfort In Jesus During Grief SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 1,513 views

    This funeral sermon is in story form. Funerals always need to point the way to Jesus.

    Today, we gather here in sorrow and grief. We mourn the loss of __________, and our hearts ache. It is not easy, and everything may not feel alright at this moment. We are hurting, and we know that this pain will linger for a while. When we lose someone we love, it brings immense sadness. ...read more

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    Oh Lord, Roll That Stone Away!

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 8, 2025
     | 1,194 views

    The stone that was meant to keep Jesus in the grave could not stop Him. Today, every obstacle hindering your progress must be rolled away.

    OH LORD, ROLL THAT STONE AWAY! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:1-6 "And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it." – Matthew 28:2 Supporting Texts: Mark 16:3-4, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God