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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Prodigal's Father

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,131 views

    The qualities found in the prodigal’s father

    Of all the fathers in the Bible, the father in our text is probably spoken of more than the others combined. We know very little of him or the names of his sons. The wife and mother is not mentioned at all. It would seem that perhaps she had passed away and the father is left alone to rear his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Model For Daddy's Hands From A-Z

    Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Jun 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,693 views

    It’s a Father’s Day sermon showing the importance of Daddy’s hands

    Text: Ephesians 5:23 “For the husband (or Father) is the head of the wife (or family), even as Christ is the head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body.” Introduction: Daddy’s hands are a very important part of his body. They are used in so many different ways to impacted his family’s ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Light In The Darkness Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 8, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,909 views

    Christmas Eve Candlelight Service message. It points people to Jesus as the Light of life.

    A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS John 8 :12 During this time in which we celebrate the physical birth of the Lord Jesus, let’s be mindful of how much brighter this world is because He came into it. Jesus declared in John 8 :12, I Am the Light of the World. He who follows Me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dead Man Walking

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,333 views

    It’s what’s inside that counts.

    Dead Man Walking "You are like whitewashed tombs, which appear beautiful on the outside, but inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of filth." Matthew 23:27 Dead Man Walking is the title of a book by a Catholic nun, Sr. Helen Prejean, who ministered to death row inmates. Dead man ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Review Of Salvaging Civilization By H.g. Wells.

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,377 views

    Influence Of Famed Sci-Fi Author On One-World Government

    To most Americans with a recollection of the Cold War, it was assumed the global superstate would be brought about through military conquest. However, in Salvaging Civilization, H.G. Wells suggests how this planetary political organization could be brought about through education and the management ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Do We Think Jesus Is Coming Back Or Not?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 22, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,485 views

    This sermon encourages us to watch, to wait, to be alert, to be on our guard, and not to worry. This is an encouragement to remember and believe that Jesus will indeed return with great power and glory, and to remember it whatever our current circumstance

    If I were to hand out confidential voting papers on which you can vote either ‘Yes’ or ‘No’, I wonder what the results would be …(long pause). You want to know what the question is, don’t you! It’s this: Will Jesus return? Is He coming back? Yes or no. Mark chapter 13 is not easy to understand, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Thinking Outside The Box Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 23, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,215 views

    In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus challenges his followers to be creative in their neighborly love and to think outside the box.

    Luke 10:28-37 “Thinking Outside the Box” INTRODUCTION [Enter to theme song of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, “It’s A Beautiful Day In the Neighborhood.” Sit down, replace shoes with athletic shoes, and slip on a cardigan sweater] From the late 60’s to 2001, Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood was a staple ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Useless Gifts

    Contributed by Chris Hughes on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,669 views

    Unexpected gifts, gifts that go beyond the usual fare, surprise our sensibilities and wake up our spirits.

    Matthew 2:1-12 Useless Gifts We’ve all gotten them. We’ve all given them. probably have ½ dozen on top shelf of closet, in box under the bed. Useless gifts. Unusual & unusable. knickknacks serve no purpose. Generations of parents & grandparents joyfully received lopsided handmade ashtrays from ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Wilson avatar

    When Christ Is Unable To Work!

    Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 27, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,920 views

    Christ is rejected by his own townspeople and Mark declares he could not do many miracles in Nazareth.

    Mark 6:1-13 The first portion of our text deals with Jesus in his hometown of Nazareth. He came and preached in the synagogue and immediately people were offended. In fact, the phrase translated as “They took offense” comes from the same Greek root word where we get the word “scandalized.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Love Has Set Me Upon My Feet Series

    Contributed by Father Benedict Simpson on May 18, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,989 views

    A homily regarding the miraculous healing of the Paralytic by Christ. Given on the Fourth Sunday of Paschal (Sunday of the Paralytic) at the Monastery of the Glorious Ascension.

    Dear brothers and sisters, today's Gospel reading in chapter five of the testimony of St. John tells us a wonderful story about love and forgiveness and profound healing. It is not a mushy type of story. It is not one that everyone will understand either. It is the story of a humble man who has ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Then You Will Know

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 30, 2014
     | 3,510 views

    We will only know the true love of Christ when we love everyone without qualifications attached.

    John 14: 15 – 24 / Then You Will Know Intro: The Beatles were asked to come up with a song containing a simple message to be understood by all nationalities. "All You Need Is Love" is a song written by John Lennon and credited to Lennon/McCartney. It was first performed by The Beatles on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Jesus Is With Us, Providing For Our Needs

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,638 views

    After his resurrection and before his ascension Jesus left some vivid memories for his friends that would sustain them in the future. At the Lake Jesus shows them he is with them, and he will provide for their needs.

    The message of Jesus has always divided people, just as Brown, Cameron and Clegg are almost equally divided in today’s up to date General Election Opinion Polls. Those who hated Jesus conspired to have him crucified. He could have avoided it but he took the ultimate hit. For two days his ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Mentoring

    Contributed by Peter Mcinnes on Jun 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,368 views

    Mentoring-a Biblical example

    Mentoring – A way to Discipleship… When we look at the word of God, we see in numerous times where a man of God linked with another to learn from them and be a partner in what they are doing. Examples are: Elijah & Elisha, David & Jonathan. Naomi & Ruth and ultimately learning from the life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Faithful Saying-2

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,470 views

    Jesus came to seek and save sinners!! We have heard the joyful sound: Jesus Saves! Jesus Saves! Spread the tiding around: Jesus Saves! Jesus Saves! Bear the news to every land; Climb the steps and cross the waves. Onward! Tis our Lord’s command.

    Faithful Saying-Paul is going to be giving his young preacher boys some topics that they should preach on, these topics had been and should be preached on time and time again, so much they had become sayings, just like we have sayings. First Saying-2 Timothy 2:11-14-This is a faithful saying: For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peeling Off The Grime

    Contributed by Matthew Blau on Mar 12, 2014
     | 4,059 views

    Being born again is like taking a shower after a hard days work

    Peeling Off the Grime A side effect of hard physical labor is that we get dirty. Working out leave us sweaty and less than sweet smells. And after awhile, we start to feel as if we can take a putty knife and peel off the grime. I know I am really looking forward to summer. But summers here in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist