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  • Robert Travis avatar

    Doing Your Best

    Contributed by Robert Travis on Jan 9, 2007
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    Do your best and receive God’s blessing!

    ANOINTED AT BETHANY Joh 12:1-11 1 Then Jesus six days before the passover came to Bethany, where Lazarus was which had been dead, whom he raised from the dead. 2 There they made him a supper; and Martha served: but Lazarus was one of them that sat at the table with him. 3 Then took Mary a pound of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All For The Love Of Jesus

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 14, 2010
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    This message investigates the act of Mary's washing of Jesus' feet to show what an awesome act of worship it was, and the significance of it.

    All For The Love Of Jesus By Rev. Donnie L. Martin Text: John 12:1-9 I. AN ACT OF SACRIFICE A. Mary Expended Great Cost. B. Mary Experienced Grievous Criticism. II. AN ACT OF SUBMISSIVENESS A. Mary Demonstrated Great Humility. B. Mary Deemed Jesus Worthy Of Great Honor. III. AN ACT OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Betrayal At Hypocrisy Headquarters Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010
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    If you’ve ever felt the sting of betrayal (if you haven’t, don’t worry… you will)… it’s much more than just a word out of the dictionary. It is a word that communicates pain, rejection and deep hurt.As we move into the last week of Jesus’ life on earth

    Betrayal At Hypocrisy Headquarters Series: Final Days at Planet Earth March 7, 2010 Betrayal is defined as: “to harm or be disloyal to a country or another person by helping an enemy or giving information that is confidential; to deliver somebody or something to an enemy. To act in a way ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Bride's Love Song Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 16, 2011
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    As Mary poured costly nard over the feet of Jesus, so the Church sings its love song to the Bridegroom sacrificed for our sins.

    Monday of Holy Week 18 April 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy Mary loved her brother, Lazarus. When he took ill, she and Martha immediately sent word to Jesus, trusting that He would come and cure Lazarus. She waited, and waited, and watched her brother get progressively worse. Worse yet, the rumor ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    ... But You Will Not Always Have Me

    Contributed by Daniel Haas on Apr 17, 2011
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    Christ is present in our neighbors - anoint them!

    John 12:1a Six days before the Passover Jesus came to Bethany, - Ex 12:21-23 Then Moses called all the elders of Israel and said to them, ‘Go, select lambs for your families, and slaughter the passover lamb. 22Take a bunch of hyssop, dip it in the blood that is in the basin, and touch the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Anointed King Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 5, 2017
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    Mary gave up a lot to show her love for Jesus. It can be costly to be a disciple. To come before God the Father without fear, with our sins removed wiped clean to live forever in his presence far outweighs anything we might give up out of our love for him

    We were discussing in our staff meeting this week the question of how you decide what to leave in your will, and to whom, when you die. As I was thinking about that I wondered how many of us have ever sat down and thought about what our priorities are in life; and when we come to write a will, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Mary's Story Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2016
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    Mary of Bethany displays the extravagant nature of worship as she anoints Jesus, and in so doing gives us all the model of the life of a disciple.

    Mary is a popular biblical name. As a matter of fact, it was the single most popular name in first century Palestinian culture. One in every five girls born carried the name Mary. Wow! 20% of the women named Mary! Contrast that to the Social Security Administration’s latest “most ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Two Ways!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 9, 2014
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    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

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

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Apr 12, 2014
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    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
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    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

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    "God Rewards Diligence"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 23, 2014
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    Your job, your heritage, your circumstances and even the mess you've made with your life..have nothing to do with it, but your faith has everything to do with it!

    "God Rewards Diligence" Illus. A Muslim in Africa became a Christian and some of his friends asked him, “Why have you done such a thing?” He answered, “Well, its like this: Suppose you were going down the road and suddenly the road forked in two directions. You didn’t know ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Does It Really Mean To Serve?

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
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    We are all called to serve and it's time to stop making excuses.

    Today we are going to look at John 12:1-12:7 • But Today I want to start by looking at 2 words and those are serve and give • Now what I Think is interesting Is the way that these words go together Now when I think about the word serve” • I think about service • I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Getting Closer To Christ (Sermon With Lord's Supper)

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 21, 2014
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    Mary shows us the kind of relationship the Lord wants to have with us. 1. Jesus wants us to be confident in Him. 2. Jesus wants us to be committed to Him. 3. Jesus wants to care for us. 4. Jesus wants to commend us.

    Getting Closer to Christ (Sermon with Lord's Supper) John 12:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 29, 2013 *Kevin Higgins asks: "Do you ever feel distant from God? Wish you were closer to Him?" Church, you are in good company. In Psalm 13:1, King David cried out these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No One Will Ever Forget Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 17, 2014
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    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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    Extravagant Worship Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 19, 2015
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    Mary risked discomfort and rejection in order to offer Jesus an extravagant gift. What do we risk in our worship?

    1. John 12.1-8 2. Selective Hearing (2 Slides) I like the story about a hobo who walked up to the front door of a big farmhouse, and knocked on the door until the owner answered. The hobo said, "Sir, could I please have something to eat? I haven't had a meal in days." The well-to-do owner of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ