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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Don't Take With Broccoli (Whose Line Is It?) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 2, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 11,074 views

    Caiaphas was allowed to give one of the most powerful prophecies regarding Jesus’ mission to earth. And yet, Caiaphas was a ruthless, ungodly and illegitimate High Priest. Why would God use him for this purpose?

    OPEN: A mother shared this incident about taking her son to the doctor: “Because of an ear infection, my young son, Casey, had to go to the pediatrician. I was impressed with the way the doctor directed his comments and questions to my son. When he asked Casey, "is there anything you are allergic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jamey Stewart avatar

    The Lord's Miracle At Lazarus' Tomb

    Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,937 views

    Through this message we will look into the three events that took place during, "The Lord’s Miracle At Lazarus’ Tomb."

    John 11:21-27; 38-44 The Lord’s Miracle At Lazarus’ Tomb A. The Demand Before The Miracle a. The Savior’s request (vv. 38-39a) b. The sister’s reluctance (v. 39b) c. The Savior’s reminder (v. 40) B. The Declaration Before The Miracle a. Jesus praises ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Four Days Late And Still On Time

    Contributed by James May on Apr 2, 2003
    based on 166 ratings
     | 59,960 views

    Jesus was four days late in reaching Lazarus’ tomb in order to prevent death but he was on time to bring his resurrection power and answer the prayer of Mary and Martha.

    FOUR DAYS LATE AND STILL ON TIME John 11:39-40, "Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days. Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    In The Grips Of Crisis

    Contributed by David Washburn on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,992 views

    Coming to grips with God’s involvement and grace in times of tragedy and suffering.

    An anniversary is a date marking a notable event. Birthdays and weddings mark notable events that are joyous, but all anniversaries aren’t joyous. Some anniversaries mark tragedy, suffering, and grief. My week began under that cloud because a week ago Saturday, September 8th, is one such date. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Davis avatar

    The Fields Of The World Are Ripe Unto Harvest Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 4,573 views

    Picture # 12 in series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. Lazarus in his tomb is a picture of the whole world lost, dead, and buried in sin, and condemned until Jesus comes.

    Picture # 12: Lazarus; the fields of the world are ripe unto harvest. John 11:1-44 The dead man, Lazarus, in the tomb, is a candid snapshot of the whole world lost and condemned until Jesus comes! Lazarus was in the tomb 4 days; the number 4 is the number of the world (John 11:17, 39). Verse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    A Stone, A Veil And A Door

    Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,775 views

    Jesus wants us to roll away the stone of doubts and fear, then he will tear the veil that keeps us separated from Him, and then He will give us an open door into eternal life.

    A Stone, A Veil and A Door By Pastor Jim May The Stone: John 11:38-40, "Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Empathize As Jesus Did: "Jesus Wept"

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 28, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,695 views

    The hurting ones need sympathy, They need to know we’re there; A quiet word, a tender touch Assures them that we care.

    Empathize as Jesus Did (John 11:35) "Jesus Wept" 1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. The Lord really empathized with people by using the power of the Spirit to identify with all aspects of their lives. Jesus fully comprehended the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gods Timex Vs My Rolex

    Contributed by Marcos Suazo on Dec 6, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,479 views

    There are many people who think that they know when something should come their way, or when they should go through hardships. The truth is, no one knows whats best for us but God almighty, so although we think that our timing is better, give in to God’s

    Gods Casio vs my Rolex John 11:38-44 38 And again Jesus was deeply troubled. Then they came to the grave. It was a cave with a stone rolled across its entrance. 39 "Roll the stone aside," Jesus told them. But Martha, the dead man’s sister, said, "Lord, by now the smell will be terrible because he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Darkest Before Dawn

    Contributed by Tom Burkholder on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 48 ratings
     | 19,219 views

    Why does God wait till the last minute?

    Darkest Before Dawn God of the Last Minute Why does God wait till the last minute? There could be many reasons. All of them good but unpopular with our flesh. Like: · God is building patience in us. · God is teaching us to trust Him. · God is teaching us to rely and lean on Him. · God is building ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Leonard Hunt avatar

    Believing When You Can't See How

    Contributed by Leonard Hunt on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,054 views

    Our faith must go beyond what we can see. we must have faith in God even when we don’t see how it’s going to be worked out.

    Believing when you can’t see how John 11:1-6, 17-23 Introduction So, many Christians go through there spiritual journey not experiencing the fullness of God because of there limited faith. Some believe that Jesus can heal or set free as long as it is in the realm of there belief system. But the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    If Only

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 26, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,008 views

    Some of the saddest words heard when at a visitation or funeral. We already have enough how can we get rid of ones we have or hold down the number in the future.

    If only John 27-36 I have had a week filled with contemplation. I started thinking about the things I have wanted in Life. When I was a kid, I might say, If only I was older, I could watch Hogan’s Hero’s. It came on after 8PM. If only I had the right haircut or clothes, people would like me ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Remaining Hopeful About The Future Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Sep 30, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,522 views

    Prescriptions for keeping your hope alive as seen in Christ’s miracle of raising Lazarus.

    One of life’s toughest challenges is staying optimistic about the future. Adverse circumstances can cloud your vision of tomorrow and make it tough to maintain a positive attitude. You can be tempted to lose hope. The good news is - and we’ve been reaffirming this throughout this current series ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ronnie Smith avatar

    Do You Stink?

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 12, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,659 views

    John 11 1 Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 (It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick.) 3 Therefore his

    John 11 1 Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 (It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick.) 3 Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "Why Jesus Wept?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,539 views

    Two reasons, "For the wages of sin is death..." Death brings tears. "The gift of God is eternal life." Faith in Christ brings hope. Unbelief brings even greater tears!

    Title: “Why Jesus Wept?” Introduction: When Jesus was told that Lazarus was sick, the disciples did not want Jesus to go to Jerusalem. The text would suggest three reasons they could have used to try to talk Jesus out of making this trip. These same three reasons are excuses people use for not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Victory Over Death Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,823 views

    In the raising of Lazarus, Jesus proclaims and demonstrates the promise of new life.

    John 11:17-44 “Victory Over Death” INTRODUCTION Human beings are a diverse group. We have very few things universally in common. Someone once observed that the only two things we have in common are death and taxes. Since there are a few people who are very adept at avoiding taxes, I can only ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran