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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "chutes And Ladders"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 27, 2019
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     | 8,189 views

    A sermon about Jesus' call to humble ourselves.

    Luke 14:7-14 “Chutes and Ladders” (The Idea for Chutes and Ladders comes from a commentary by Mark Ralls in Feasting on the Gospels, Luke part 2 pgs. 62-66)) There is a game for children that has been around for a long time, since 1943, to be exact. And I bet almost everyone here has played it ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Choose Wisely

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 30, 2019
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    Looking at Jesus' words at a dinner party about choosing humility

    Luke 14:1, 7-14 September 1, 2019 One of the most difficult things to do when planning a large party, like a wedding reception is what? Where are you going to seat everyone! You know certain people have to sit closer to the head table, you just have to do it. Like it or not. Then there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Humble Enough?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 30, 2019
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    How often do we assume a more exalted position than is warranted?

    One time when Jesus went for a Sabbath meal with one of the top leaders of the Pharisees, all the guests had their eyes on him, watching his every move. He went on to tell a story to the guests around the table. Noticing how each had tried to elbow into the place of honor, he said, “When someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Parable Of The Great Feast

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 30, 2019
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     | 3,110 views

    One can always improve their position, but can also be demoted

    THE PARABLE OF THE GREAT FEAST (Luke 14:1, 7-14) In this Gospel reading, we again find Jesus teaching through a parable – but this time we get two for the price of one. But they both deal with the issue of hospitality. Jesus is invited to Sabbath dinner at the home of a Pharisee; there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    "we Can Do Better"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 2, 2019
     | 3,723 views

    The message is about being humble than we are we can do better>

    Sermon “WE Can Do Better” Luke 1, 7-14 1. Consider the Humility of some folks in the sports arena • Jim Thorpe? He was the most famous athlete of his time, able to run with speed and power as well as pass, catch, punt and kick. After leading the Canton Bulldogs to three unofficial world ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Everyone's Invited To The Reception

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 2, 2019
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    The sermon​ looks at Luke's Parable of the weddings guests who compete for the best seat​ at the table. Jesus makes it clear that everyone should be invited (poor, lame etc.), not just the rich and powerful. Such is the kingdom.

    Everyone’s Invited To The Reception Intro If you've lived through a wedding you know, they are of all things most stressful. What few people realize is how stressful weddings are for the clergy. Although we will never say it with parishioners around, when clergy get together, we inevitably ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Signs Of Love In The Strangest Places

    Contributed by James Osborne on May 10, 2025
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    The Love of Christ demonstrated by His Servant Leadership during His ministry must shine through us as we humble ourselves to serve others in His name.

    SIGNS OF LOVE IN THE STRANGEST PLACES 02-25-2024 INTRO: Most of, if not all, of you folks are aware of the fact that both Wendy and I lost our Mothers at the relatively young age of 36. In both cases we saw our Father’s demonstrate amazing levels of devotion to our Mothers by taking care of them ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Come To The Table

    Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 19, 2025
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     | 905 views

    In this sermon, Austin W. Duncan explores the power of God’s invitation and how often people overlook its urgency or misunderstand their own worthiness. Discover how sharing a meal symbolizes deeper fellowship, and why responding humbly to Christ's call is crucial for eternal life.

    Let’s Eat The next couple of weeks we're going to be spending time in Luke 14, in a mini-series called "Come to the Table." I named the series this because - don't you just love invitations to eat? At first I thought that "Let's Eat" may have been a better title for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Are You Inviting?

    Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025
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     | 638 views

    Have you noticed how frequently Jesus is depicted eating? Luke mentions 19 meals, 13 unique to this gospel alone. This reveals something special about Jesus—He valued meals not just for food but as powerful opportunities for ministry, relationship-building, and extending God's kingdom.

    A Glutton If you've read the gospel of Luke - have you noticed just how often Jesus is depicted as eating? It's everywhere - there are 19 meals in Luke, 13 of which are unique to this gospel. In fact, Robert Karris, a Christian author and professor, puts it like this: “At just about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pointing To The Horizon Of Beauty; Inviting Others To The Banquet Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 24, 2019
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     | 6,674 views

    The following sermon was preached at Mass at the end of a Society of Catholic Priests Training Day, "Catholic Evangelism for All Christians: Resources from the Anglo-Catholic Tradition for sharing our faith".

    The mass this sermon was preached in the middle of was the experimental children's liturgy "The Nursery Rhyme Mass" though the sermon itself is an adult sermon ................................ Mother Sandra Millar in her talk earlier said “Sometimes we act as if the good news of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Covenant Concerns Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 13, 2024
     | 2,021 views

    God is thoroughly and completely committed to you, so commit yourself to Him, commit yourself to justice, and commit yourself to compassion.

    Several years ago, a national magazine assigned a photographer to take pictures of a forest fire. They told him a small plane would be waiting at the airport to fly him over the fire. The photographer arrived at the airstrip just an hour before sundown. Sure enough, a small Cessna airplane stood ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Table Talk Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 5, 2025
     | 394 views

    If you want to gain the respect of others and even God Himself, put compassion above criticism, put others above yourself, and put giving above receiving.

    The senior pastor of a large church walked into the sanctuary alone and felt an overwhelming sense of God's holiness. He went to the front, knelt down at the altar rail, and began to beat himself on the chest, crying out, “Oh Lord, I am nothing!” A few moments later, the associate pastor ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Watch You Seat

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 7, 2025
     | 260 views

    Big Idea Jesus says real greatness isn’t grabbing the best seat—it’s how we treat the people others overlook.

    Be Careful of Being Big Time Watch You SEAT Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost — August 31, 2025 Text: Luke 14:1, 7–14; Hebrews 13:1–2 (NRSVue) Big Idea Jesus says real greatness isn’t grabbing the best seat—it’s how we treat the people others overlook. “For all who exalt themselves will be humbled, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Austin W. Duncan avatar

    Everything Is Ready

    Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 25, 2025
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     | 406 views

    Jesus pictures the kingdom as a banquet—an invitation to joy. In Luke 14:7–24 He confronts pride, exposes excuses, and calls for a humble, wholehearted response to His invitation—today, not “someday.”

    The next couple of weeks we're going to be spending time in Luke 14, in a mini-series called "Come to the Table." I named the series this because - don't you just love invitations to eat? At first I thought that "Let's Eat" may have been a better title for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Greatest Among You Series

    Contributed by Kory Labbe on Oct 4, 2025
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     | 257 views

    True greatness in God’s Kingdom is found in humility and serving others.

    Introduction – Rethinking Greatness Good morning, church. Let me ask you something: When you hear the word “greatness,” what comes to mind? Maybe you think of Tom Brady, Michael Jordan or Serena Williams. Maybe it’s a political leader, a business giant, or even someone you look up to in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God