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    4. Gideon: Man Of Courage Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 5, 2021
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    4th in the series Unlikely Heroes. Portrays Gideon's great heroic attribute of courage.

    INTRODUCTION During one of Napoleon’s battles, segments of his battle line were falling back in disorder and defeat. “Beat a retreat!” shouted Napoleon to a drummer boy. Saluting smartly, the heroic drummer boy said, “Sir, you never taught me to beat a retreat. I can only beat a charge!” The lad’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    David: Man Of Character Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 12, 2021
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    5th in the series UnLikely Heroes. Portrays David's great heroic attribute of character.

    INTRODUCTION The Greek word from which our word “character” originated signified a sharp-pointed instrument or engraving tool. Much of this first meaning is implied in the word as we use it, for is not character the means by which each of us makes his impression on the world? Someone has said, “To ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Pursuing A Meaningful Life

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Nov 22, 2024
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    Millions are searching for a meaningful life, but they are searching for it in all the wrong places.

    PURSUING A MEANINGFUL LIFE Eccl 12:13-14 INTRODUCTION A. Harold Kushner observed over 30 years of ministry as a congregational rabbi that “Most people are not afraid of dying; they are afraid of not having lived.” B. In searching for a life of significance, Solomon had the means to explore all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Philip: The Analytical Disciple Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023
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    Philip lived by sight, but Jesus called for him (and us) to walk by faith (2 Corinthians 5:7).

    “The following day Jesus wanted to go to Galilee, and He found Philip and said to him, ‘Follow Me.’ Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.” John 1:43-44, NKJV A. APPROACH 1. Philip is the fifth disciple called by Jesus and always listed fifth when the disciples are named. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Lent?

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Feb 6, 2002
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    A sermon to challenge believers to participate in a period of fasting during the Lenten Season.

    WHAT IS LENT? 2 Corinthians 13:5,6 TEXT: Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test your-selves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?; unless in-deed you are disqualified. 6 But I trust that you will know that we are not dis-qualified. PROPOSITION: To ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Mob

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 13, 2005
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    A Lenten Devotional that considers the "crowd", or "the mob" that demanded the life of Jesus.

    When the Ministerial Alliance was picking Lenten topics, one of the ones that was mentioned was "The Mob". And I have always loved "gangster stories" - You know Al Capone; Lucky Luciano; Bonnie & Clyde; Baby Face Nelson; The God Father. I am still amazed at what it reads on Bonnie Parker’s ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Jesus Heals The Official's Son Series

    Contributed by Keith Bowman on Mar 12, 2007
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    The second in a series of Lenten sermons, it delves into how Jesus is the divine healer

    I. This morning I read a story in the news about this 14 month old baby they call the miracle child A. This boy when he was just 2 weeks old was taken to the hospital by his parents when they noticed he was ashen and cold. When they got to the hospital his heart stopped. Doctors tried for 30 ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Stop, Look And Listen

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 13, 2010
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    A pre-lenten sermon on the importance of having a close relationship with Christ Jesus.

    Luke 9: 28 – 36 Stop, Look and Listen Intro: “A teacher of a primary Sunday School class was reading this passage of scripture to her class. As she read, she noticed Johnny staring at her with a puzzled look. When she finished reading, she asked Johnny to tell her where Jesus was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Betrayal Series

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Feb 13, 2008
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    2nd in a Lenten series, this sermon deals with betrayal of commitment to Christ!

    A mother sits in her darkened room. She is thinking about her child. Her son. She has just learned that her child, someone who had been a follower of Jesus had not only left Jesus, but more than that, people were whispering about her child. They have labeled him. They were making accusations ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Oak Tree Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 22, 2024
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    The second in the Lenten series. This week's focus is on the promises of God

    February 21, 2024 Hope Lutheran Church Series: If Trees Could Talk" Genesis 13:14-18; Isaiah 61:1-3 The Oak Tree Good evening, friendly humans. I was very honored when your pastor contacted me and asked if I would be a guest presenter during your Lenten midweek services. Thank you for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Is Lent? (Temptation)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 39 ratings
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    A sermon that focuses on temptation while dealing with the questions of "What is Lent all about?"

    Luke 4:1-13 And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan, and was led by the Spirit for forty days in the wilderness, tempted by the devil. And he ate nothing in those days; and when they were ended, he was hungry. The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command this ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Road To Damascus

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 30, 2006
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    March 5, 2006 Communion Meditation and the first sermon of the 2006 Lenten Series

    (Introduction to meditation was from Creative Communications for the Parish’s dramatic introduction, ‘This Lenten Road: The Road to Damascus’ © 2004 by Creative Communications for the Parish.) (1) Many years ago along one of our coasts a Navy Captain looked into the dark night and saw faint ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Road To Jericho

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 30, 2006
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    A communion meditation for April 2, 2006 and the fourth sermon in a 2006 Lenten Series

    Dramatic Introduction: ‘The Road to Jericho’ written by Arden and Peter Mead and published by the Creative Communications for the Parish, © 2004 In their comments on our main text, Arden and Peter Mead ask the question, ‘Where do you picture yourself in the story of the Good Samaritan? With what ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Praying For Your Enemy Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 30, 2023
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    A sermon in a Lenten series on prayer. This one examines the directive to pray for our enemies.

    March 29, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 6:27-28 Praying for Your Enemy Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. During the previous Wednesday evening services, we’ve been exploring various prayer techniques. We’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Lingering With God Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 14, 2022
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    This sermon is part of a Lenten Series focusing on being able to better hear God’s Voice.

    Scripture: Exodus 33:7-11; Psalm 37:7 Theme: Hearing From the LORD Title: Lingering with GOD This sermon is part of a Lenten Series focusing on being able to better hear God’s Voice. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Welcome to the season of Lent! One ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene