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  • Davon Huss avatar

    Stagnant Christians

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 25, 2016
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     | 9,208 views

    6 common characteristics of stagnant Christians (Outline taken from Mike Mack in a small groups class at Cincinnati Christian University)

    HoHum: THE KEEPER OF THE SPRINGS by Peter Marshall Once upon a time, a certain town grew up at the foot of a mountain range. High up in the hills, a strange and quiet forest dweller took it upon himself to be the Keeper of the Springs. He patrolled the hills and wherever he found a spring, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jonathan Meyer avatar

    The Good, The Bad, & The Snuggly

    Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 1, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,608 views

    Jesus points to our salvation by the Father's grace alone, not by our works--first through a parable, and then in action as He welcomes children (even infants).

    The Word of God that engages us today is our Gospel reading from Luke 18. And in our Gospel reading, Jesus challenges the presuppositions of those around Him. Our Gospel reading is really broken down into two sections—and quite often you’ll get a sermon on one or the other, as if ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Claude Alexander avatar

    Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit: For Theirs Is The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 26, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,392 views

    The first beatitude. Not the economically poor but those who are poor in spiritual qualities.

    Certain portions of Scripture seem to be etched more deeply into people's minds than others. Psalm 23 is definitely one of these, so also is I Corinthians 13 and Hebrews 11. The Sermon on the Mount, as Matthew chapters 5-7 is commonly called, is another. Its popularity may stem from its position ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Lynn Malone avatar

    Generous With Our Prayers Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,028 views

    Discipleship and Stewardship are so closely related as to be indistinguishable. We are called to be as generous with our prayers as with our money or service.

    A young man went into a drugstore to buy 3 boxes of chocolate: small, medium, and large. When the pharmacist asked him about the three boxes, he said, “Well, I am going over to my new girlfriend's house tonight for supper. Then, we are going out for the evening. If she only lets me hold her hand, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Turning Hearts Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 1, 2015
     | 4,880 views

    The idea of the sermon is the see the contrast between our tendencies to be self-serving or self-promoting versus having the humble spirit that promotes God. The Pharisee and Tax Collector in the parable of Luke 18.9-14 are the examples we will consider.

    1. Self Esteem and Funeral Director A mild mannered young man came into a counselor's office ready for a divorce. He complained that his wife was so bossy that she was driving him off the wall. He wanted things to change, immediately. The counselor gave him a book on assertiveness. He was so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Lessons On Prayer

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 15, 2015
     | 12,939 views

    A description on three different people in Luke and Mark that show us three essentials in prayer. The Tax Collector teaches us to pray with simplicity (humility), the blind man teach us to pray specifically, and the widow teaches us to pray persistently

    Three Lessons on Prayer Introduction: A little boy told the minister that his mother prays for him every night. The minister seeming impressed said “So your mother says your prayers for you each night. What does she say?” The youngster replied, “Thank God he's in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Man Who Went Home Justified Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 21, 2015
     | 7,064 views

    #2 in a series. A message about being justified and repentance and a part of getting there.

    We’re continuing in this series called “Crossing Over.” I appreciate Brian kicking it off last week with the most important foundation for all of it: Believe. Let’s face it, if you don’t believe Jesus deserves to be the Authority in your life, none of the rest of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Reverend Cooper McWhirter avatar

    "In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Pharisee And The Publican' [part Three]

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016
     | 3,878 views

    “There’s nothing wrong with me” can be a very dangerous thing to say.

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, February 21, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter "In a Manner of Speaking": The Parable of 'The Pharisee and the Publican' Luke 18:9-14 The following account is based on a true story. “There’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    God's Favorite Prayers Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 6, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,770 views

    Proposition: Jesus shares with that God's Favorite Prayers are: 1. Prayers that come from a Spirit of Humility 2. Prayers that are Confessional in Nature 3. Prayers that lead to Redemption

    Scripture: Luke 18:9-14; Jeremiah 14:7-10;19-22 and Psalm 65 Theme: Humility Living Title: God's Favorite Prayers Proposition: Jesus shares with that God's Favorite Prayers are: 1. Prayers that come from a Spirit of Humility 2. Prayers that are Confessional in Nature 3. Prayers that ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jeffrey Sims avatar

    Prayer Meeting

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 21, 2016
     | 10,514 views

    This is a sermon calling us to repentance from a better than thou attitude of the Pharisee

    When we look at the text today we see that Dr. Luke made no bones about who Jesus was addressing in this parable. Jesus was telling this parable to the high and mighty, holier than thou folks. He was addressing the religious folks that acted like they were just a little better than everyone else. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Humility Is The Key

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 23, 2016
     | 9,054 views

    A look at Jesus' story comparing the hearts of the tax collector and the pharisee.

    Humility - October 23, 2016 - Luke 18:9-14 Worship. Worship. There is nothing like worshipping God. There’s nothing like being in the presence of Jesus and adoring Him. And that’s because there is nothing and no one more beautiful than our God. Father, Son, Holy Spirit, God who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    The Delusion Of Self-Righteousness

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 23, 2016
     | 7,015 views

    Do we justify ourselves by comparing ourselves with others or do we compare ourselves with God alone?

    Intro Do we justify ourselves by comparing ourselves with others or do we compare ourselves with God alone? Goal Let’s learn that compared to God we are all pitiful and that God alone can make us justified. Sermon Plan Let’s discuss self-righteousness and self-justification in Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Coz von avatar

    Will I Make It?

    Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 10, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,530 views

    We sin and wonder, is it at all possible for me to be saved. Will I make it. Is there hope for me, I meen I am so bad and I cant seem to overcome. what does Jesus think about this?

    Main Idea Let’s take a walk with Jesus and ask Him some questions. Jesus, “How we can inherit the Kingdom of Heaven, and what measure will You use to gauge our fitness to inherit your Kingdom, I mean, can we really make it? Do you really want us to be there? We will discover that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bob Hostetler avatar

    The Sinner’s Friend Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jan 21, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,168 views

    Jesus loves the lowly, broken, and sinful. A special sermon contribution from the SON OF GOD sermon packet for pastors, inspired by the SON OF GOD movie from Mark Burnett and distributed by 20th Century Fox.

    I’d like to take a short quiz here today. Don’t worry, there are no wrong answers. I’d just like to poll this group to see who had childhoods like mine. For example, by a show of hands, how many of us here have actually cried over spilled milk? Some of us are too old to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Sears avatar

    The Power Tool Of Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Jan 30, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 22,880 views

    Prayer can be a powerful tool to help us grow spiritually. What does a powerful prayer look like? Is there a right and a wrong way to pray?

    The Power Tool of Growth Review: Today, I want to remind you of our theme verse for this series of messages. This theme verse outlines what a spiritually mature Christian looks like. Galatians 5:22-23 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church