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  • Tim Hedberg avatar

    Shaped By Grace

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Apr 30, 2007
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    Counting our blessings.

    Shaped by Grace John 12:1-8 March 25, 2007 They were friends. Friends - having spent time together - with each other. - appreciating each other. The Bible says they loved one another so much so that when one suffered all of them suffered. Friends - Mary, Martha, Lazarus and Jesus. And so when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From Martha, Lazarus And Mary

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,523 views

    Martha beavered away ’serving’, Lazarus (a former dead man) had a story to tell and Mary was extravagant in her worship. There are lessons for us in these three characters!

    On Maundy Thursday we hold meals around the town in homes and in Churches in honour of Jesus. Here was a dinner given in Jesus’ honour (12:2). It is only six days before the Passover (12:1) so it is the day before ‘Palm Sunday’ – the day when Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey, the day ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Lemon Trees In A Snowstorm

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 7, 2007
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    Lemons peeked through the snow outside the tomb of Lazarus. Just so, on Good Friday, there remains the promise of a better tomorrow.

    Lemon Trees in a Snowstorm John 12:1-8 Good Friday April 6, 2007 Let me begin this evening by reading to you from the prophecy of Isaiah. In the 43rd chapter, we read these words. This is what the Lord says – he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Personally Anointing Christ As King Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,961 views

    When Christians grasp the truth of Jesus Christ being King as well as Savior they want to live a life that says, “I care about Jesus’ Kingship in my life.”

    Turn your Bibles to John 12:1-13 Title: Personally Anointing Christ as King Theme: Examining Truths in the Triumphal Entry Series: Easter Season Messages Listen as I read John 12:1-13, “Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Bethany Road

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,258 views

    The fifth sermon of a 2006 Lenten Series

    Dramatic Introduction: ‘The Bethany Road’ written by Arden and Peter Mead and published by Creative Communications for the Parish, © 2004 (1) Sermon titles are a challenge for a pastor. There is an art to selecting a suitable title but it can be quite difficult to do so. Some pastors have simply ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Guy Caley avatar

    Extravagant Love Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on May 8, 2006
    based on 84 ratings
     | 10,685 views

    5th in the Series "Near to His Heart: The Gospel of John." Looks at Mary’s Extravagant gift to Jesus and asks if we give extravagantly to Him.

    There is a wonderful story by the name of Babette’s Feast, by Isak Dineson. The setting is a small village on the coast of Denmark many years ago. Two spinster sisters provide leadership for a small church, which was founded by their now dead pastor-father many years before. The group has dwindled ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Tim White avatar

    An Act Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Aug 19, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,355 views

    At the feast in Bethany, we can see a beautiful picture of the Church and a contrast between a worshiper and one who was selfish.

    * Jesus had been staying a Ephraim. * As the Passover approached, people began to wonder if Jesus would show up for the feast. * He shows up in Bethany at a feast to honor him, sponsored by the family of Lazarus, Mary and Martha. * In this setting, we get the most beautiful picture of a healthy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Extreme Giving Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,700 views

    Mary’s Giving is a model to us.

    John 12 – Jesus anointed at Bethany March 1, 2009 Three stories of Mary, sister to Martha and Lazarus, and friend of Jesus. 1. from Luke’s Gospel Chapter 10 – Mary sitting at Jesus’ feet – tell the story 2. from John’s Gospel – Lazarus’ death and resurrection John 11 - tell the story 3. The ...read more

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    "Did His Feet Smell That Bad?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 16, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,220 views

    John 12 brings us a perplexing situation. Is Jesus giving the green light to personal jets for evangelists who preach the prosperity gospel? Or is there another point altogether?

    John 12:1-8 “Did His Feet Smell that Bad?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I must admit, this can be a very perplexing passage of Scripture. Wouldn’t it just be easier to ignore it? Of course, if we ignore it… …we loose the incredible insight ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Love Contrasted Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 18, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,025 views

    The love of Mary for Jesus contrasted with the selfish motives of Judas.

    Love Contrasted, John 12:1-8 Scripture “Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Here a dinner was given in Jesus' honor. Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with him. Then Mary took ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "How To Show Love To People Before They Die"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 21, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,023 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that when we express love to others, we are also demonstrating the love of God.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. West Fort Hood Chapel Second Worship Service since Iraq Killeen, TX 21 March 2010 Big Idea: When we express love to others, we are demonstrating the love of God. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration); Hebrews 4:15 (KJV) For ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    No One Will Ever Forget Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 17, 2014
     | 6,238 views

    Mary anoints Jesus' feet

    Lent - No One will ever forget Proustian Memory - The power of smell to trigger memory - Burning leaves - fresh mowed grass - the Fair French fries - elephant ears - sausage & onions Jerusalem during any festival was filled with smells. Venders selling food, animals for sacrifice, crowds. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Two Ways!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 9, 2014
     | 4,328 views

    Understanding Judas, helps us understand ourselves.

    John 12:4-6-But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, who would betray Him, said, “Why was this fragrant oil not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” This he said, not that he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and had the money box; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Henson avatar

    The Crowd Rejoices. Jesus Weeps. Palm Sunday-God's Tlc

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Apr 12, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,875 views

    How do we respond to God’s Timing, when it does not match our own? How do we respond to God’s Love, both the Love He gives us, and the Love he desires to show through us to others? How do we obey God’s Command, even when it means our own suffering?

    What are the strongest days of the week? An Episcopal priest was preaching in an unfamiliar church one Sunday morning. As he stood in the pulpit to begin the service, he tapped the microphone to make sure that it was on. He heard nothing even though it was working fine. He wanted to give the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Behold Your King Rides Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 16, 2014
     | 5,013 views

    Palm Sunday reveals King Jesus Power and Purpose.

    “Behold! Your King Rides” John 12:1-19 We have been looking at the events of the Upper Room over the past three weeks during the day before Jesus’ crucifixion. Today, we back up in time several days to what we call “Palm Sunday” and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist