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  • Gregg Strawbridge avatar

    The Triumphal Entry: Lessons From Matthew 21

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 15,005 views

    Jesus "triumphal entry" according to the Zechariah 9:9 prophecy was for the purpose of personally demonstrating the apostasy of Israel, culminating in the pronouncing of judgment on Israel in the "woes" and lament of Matt. 23. In Matt. chapter 21, His bas

    OUTLINE: The entry according to prophecy: 1-10 The cleansing of the temple: Israel rejected God’s holiness in worship 11-17 The lesson of the barren fig tree: Israel rejected God’s purpose in fruitfulness 18-22 John’s authority and message: Israel rejected God’s Word-bearing messengers ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus As A Youth Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 25, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 12,867 views

    The childhood of Jesus gives us something to aim for in rearing our children AND something to aim for in our own lives, a sort of spiritual GED.

    Jesus As A Youth (Luke 2:39-52) Main Idea: The childhood of Jesus gives us something to aim for in rearing our children AND something to aim for in our own lives, a sort of spiritual GED. TS------------->Let’s note some positive characteristics He developed in childhood. I. He Was Spiritually ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Kingdom Of Pointers Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,270 views

    What is the difference between a guilt-ridden person who is frantically trying to reform society and the serious Christian?

    A Kingdom of Pointers (John 1:19-51) Question: What is the difference between a guilt-ridden person who is frantically trying to reform society and the serious Christian? I. John the Baptist Was a Sort-of Reformer, but Not Frantic…. 1. Day one: while Jesus, returned from the dessert, is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Making Choices

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 12,289 views

    Lot chose to live in the plain near Sodom. Lot made his choice by sight and personal desire. Abram made his choice by seeking out the will of God.

    Making Choices Genesis 13 Reading: Galatians 3:6-11 Intro: Genesis 12:1-3 Everyday we make choices. -Some are easy and simple – breakfast, what to wear, etc. -Some are more difficult – major purchase, spouse, -They all involve discerning the will of God. It’s important that we make the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persist In Prayer

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,878 views

    A message from Luke 18:1-8. The parable of the persistent widow and evil judge.

    Luke 18:1 (NLT) One day Jesus told his disciples a story to illustrate their need for constant prayer and to show them that they must never give up. 2 Needs • Prayer – Our direct link to God • Persistence – A “won’t quit” state of mind Luke 18:2-3 (NLT) "There was a judge in a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Parable Of The Talents

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 11, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,465 views

    God is in the business of "All Member Ministry", folks!

    NR 13-11-05 8.00 Story: For our 10th wedding anniversary, Maddy and I went to Prince George in British Columbia, Canada. We flew into Vancouver and our friends Pete and Nina came down by car and drove us up to Prince George It was a three day drive. The first night we stopped off in Surrey B.C ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Hand Of God Was Upon Him

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 30, 2006
    based on 22 ratings
     | 12,251 views

    The story of Ezra is presented as an encouragement for us to study God’s word, practice God’s will and teach God’s law.

    THE HAND OF GOD WAS UPON HIM Ezra Introduction: Ezra was a contemporary of Nehemiah. In about 457 B.C. Ezra led a group of Jews from captivity back to Jerusalem. The purpose of his journey was to restore the worship of God in the temple. Ezra was a scribe (scholar). He was one of the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Meeting Needs, Touching Lives Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,495 views

    Ministry is all about meeting needs and touching lives in the name of Jesus.

    Meeting Needs, Touching Lives 1 Corinthians 12:5-7 July 15, 2007 1 Corinthians 12:5-7 “There are different ways to serve the same Lord, and we can each do different things. Yet the same God works in all of us and helps us in everything we do. The Spirit has given each of us a special way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Play With Fire

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,243 views

    THERE ARE SOME THINGS AND PEOPLE YOU SHOULD NOT PLAY WITH. NADAB AND ABIHU LEARNED THAT GOD IS SUCH A PERSON. THE HEBREW WRITER WAS ABSOLUTE WHEN WRITING "GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE."

    DON’T PLAY WITH FIRE (PT. 1/5) LEVITICUS 10:1-3 INTRO: CERTAIN THINGS/PEOPLE – YOU DO GOOD NOT TO PLAY WITH. BLENDER KNIFE MATCHES FIRE HEBREWS 12:29 “GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE.” GOD – IS NOT ONE TO BE PLAYED WITH. ADAM/EVE . . . ANANIAS/SAPPHIRA . . . SUCH IS THE CASE IN OUR TEXT LEVITICUS, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    On The Move For God

    Contributed by Brian Kluth on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,073 views

    Five Keys For Moving Forward Together

    1 – MOVE ONWARD WITH GOD’S STIRRING Scriptures: Ezra 1:1-4 In the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, in order to fulfill the word of the LORD spoken by Jeremiah, the LORD moved the heart of Cyrus king of Persia to make a proclamation throughout his realm and to put it in writing: "This is what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Second Chance

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Dec 23, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,703 views

    HAVE YOU EVER JUST KNOWN THAT YOU HAVE BLOWN IT BIG TIME. YOU FEEL UNDERSERVING OF A SECOND CHANCE. WELL, THE GOD WE SERVE SPECIALIZES IN GRANTING SECOND CHANCES. LET’S TAKE A GLANCE AT A CASE STUDY INVOLVING PETER.

    SUBJECT: A SECOND CHANCE SCRIPTURE: JOHN 21:15-17 THIS PAST TUESDAY I AWOKE TO THE BREAKING NEWS STORY CENTERED AROUND MISS UNIVERSE TARA (TEAR-RA) CONNERS WHO IN THE MIDST OF BEING ACCUSED OF INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR, BAD CHOICES, WILD PARTYING, SEXUAL PROMISCUITY, HEAVY DRINKING, ALLEGED DRUG ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When God Is Late

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,994 views

    God doesn’t work on our timelines but does work out all things for our good under His time frame

    Introduction: God’s ways are not our ways. His ways are above us. Some storms are of our own making, some are from the effects of something others may do. Some God allows, like the one in out text. For those that are Children of God, those that love God All things work together for good. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Smith avatar

    Will You Marry Me?

    Contributed by Brian Smith on Oct 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,784 views

    Did you know that Jesus included a marriage proposal into the Passover liturgy?

    Will You Marry Me…? Mark 14: 12-26 The Passover Meal (Seder) -Passover is the oldest Jewish holiday -Passover background is found in Exodus 12, 13, and 14 -The purpose of the Passover Seder is to draw the story of the Exodus out of the past and into the present so that each person will feel as ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    The Perfect Example For Every Husband

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,554 views

    The bride of Christ is the church and He is the perfect example of what every husband should be, should do, and should strive to accomplish.

    The Perfect Example for Every Husband: Ephesians 5:25-28 Introduction: The bride of Christ is the church and He is the perfect example of what every husband should be, should do, and should strive to accomplish. Paul writes, "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Potential

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,364 views

    UNLOCKING THE GIFTS AND ABILITIES OF GOD’S PEOPLE.

    POTENTIAL POTENTIAL- POSSIBILITY OF DOING OR BECOMING SOMETHING INTRO: POTTER AND THE CLAY. 1: WHAT COULD YOU DO? A) DID THE CLAY EVER IMAGINE IT COULD BECOME A POT? B) DID THE CLAY EVER IMAGINE IT COULD BECOME A POT THAT WOULD HOLD FERTILE SOIL? C) DID IT EVER IMAGINE IT COULD HELP A PLANT ...read more

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    Denomination: Other