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  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    The Scapegoat

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,215 views

    A message using the scapegoat as a type of Jesus Christ.

    Leviticus 16:21-22 KJV And Aaron shall lay both his hands upon the head of the live goat, and confess over him all the iniquities of the children of Israel, and all their transgressions in all their sins, putting them upon the head of the goat, and shall send him away by the hand of a fit man into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Owens avatar

    Procrastination Makeover Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 7, 2014
     | 12,872 views

    What keeps us from doing the things we should be doing? How can we overcome the tendency to procrastinate? These are some of the questions we address in this sermon.

    Introduction: A. If my memory is correct, this is the first time I have ever preached a sermon on the subject of procrastination! I just don’t know why I put if off for so long? B. Let’s start with a few cartoons to get us thinking about our subject. 1. In the 1st cartoon, a man said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Best Type Of Stress!

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 5, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,711 views

    (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info) Note: This sermon was preached on the weekend of Queen Elisabeth II Platinum Jubilee Celebrations and that is why I have included so many royal illustrations.

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Jesus stresses the importance of listening (vs 19-22) (2). Luke stresses the seriousness of the storm (vs 23-24). (3). Luke stresses the authority and power of Jesus (vs 24). (4). Luke stresses the response of the disciples (vs 25). SERMON BODY: Ill: • The Queen's former ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Ken McKinley avatar

    What The Gospel Demands Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 27, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,755 views

    This is the first in a series of sermons adapted from David Platt's "Radical" Series.

    What the Gospel Demands Text: Luke 14:25-34 This morning I want to talk to ya’ll about something that the Lord has been laying on my heart for some time, it’s just that I didn’t have a clear picture of it. And I think that it’s pertinent and relevant, and very important ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Will Jesus Come To The Passover?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 24, 2021
     | 1,162 views

    Jesus kept the Law perfectly. Of course He would come to Jerusalem for the Passover. Passover requires a Lamb without blemish.

    Will Jesus Come to the Passover? An Exposition of John 11:55-58 The Sanhedrin had just met and had condemned Jesus to death. The trial a few weeks later was for show. They had already decided that Jesus must die. John tells us that it would be according to the prophecy of Caiaphas the High Priest ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    When God Speaks You Should Listen Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 3, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,697 views

    At that time in the commercial all noise would stop… all conversation would stop, all actions would stop, all traffic would stop… and EVERYONE would turn in listening to hear what E.F. Hutton had to say… leading us to believe that EF Hutton was the leadin

    Sermon Brief Date Written: June 1, 2006 revised May 22, 2008 Date last preached: May 25, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Our Great Savior! Sermon Title: When GOD speaks…you should listen! Sermon Text: Hebrews 1:1-3 plus READ PASSAGES HERE 1 Long ago God spoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking One For The Team

    Contributed by Monty Newton on May 16, 2009
     | 4,369 views

    The greatest love is to love others sacrificially.

    Title: Taking One for the Team Text: John 15:9-17 Thesis: The greatest love is to love others sacrificially. Introduction Colorado is a hotbed for interesting and sometimes “off-the-wall” news articles. Last September 30th Trevor Wikre, an offensive guard for the Mesa State Mavericks. Mesa ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Greg Addison avatar

    The Clarity Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Apr 14, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,450 views

    In today's culture, the media, academics, liberal theologians all work to confuse an understanding fo the gospel. The Bible on the other hand is extremely clear as to the terms of the gospel - salvation through faith in the sacrificial death of Jesus Chri

    MAKING THE GOSPEL CLEAR This Sunday we are observing what is often called “Palm Sunday.” This name comes from the fact that on the Sunday of the “passion week” Jesus entered into Jerusalem under a cacophony of cheers and praise. In Luke 19, the Bible recounts the story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Can We Exchange For Our Soul?

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 27, 2021
     | 3,153 views

    What can anyone exchange for their soul? Jesus already exchanged his life. Christ-followers have changed lives.

    WHAT CAN WE EXCHANGE FOR OUR SOUL? (Outline) February 21, 2021 - Lent 1 - MATTHEW 16:21-26 INTRO: Jesus taught about counting the cost. A king counts the cost of going to war. Do we have the means and ability to defeat our enemy? A person who builds a tower counts the cost for these ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Our Spiritual Makeover

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,990 views

    THE PASSAGE BEFORE US THIS MORNING IS ONE OF IDENTITY, MORE SPECIFICALLY, A NEW IDENTITY, AND ONE WE HAVE IN CHRIST. YET, OUR IDENTITY IN CHRIST IS FAR MORE THAN A NEW NAME OR RESIDENCE. IT IS NEWNESS FROM THE INSIDE OUT. THE SCRIPTURE TALKS OF THE FOL

    OUR SPIRITUAL MAKEOVER 1 PETER 1:13-21 THEREFORE, PREPARE YOUR MINDS FOR ACTION; BE SELF-CONTROLLED; SET YOUR HOPE FULLY ON THE GRACE TO BE GIVEN YOU WHEN JESUS CHRIST IS REVEALED. 14 AS OBEDIENT CHILDREN, DO NOT CONFORM TO THE EVIL DESIRES YOU HAD WHEN YOU LIVED IN IGNORANCE. 15 BUT JUST AS HE WHO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Bedy avatar

    The Rights Of Joseph And Mary

    Contributed by Joe Bedy on Dec 6, 2024
     | 1,020 views

    What would be the reaction of an announcement of Jesus' birth to a woman in 2024 look like?

    Sermon “The Rights of Joseph and Mary ” Dec 08 2024 The Annunciation What in the world would you think and more importantly what would you do if you were Mary and had a visit from the angel Gabriel and heard these words? The Birth of Jesus Foretold Lk 1: 26 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    The Rich Young Ruler

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 18, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,645 views

    FOBO “fear of better options?

    28B I saw a tee-shirt that said “fomo made me do it” (Fear Of Missing Out.). Did the man in our Gospel today have that, or FOBO “fear of better options,” or FODA, 'fear of doing anything?' The man ran up, knelt down, and asked Jesus, “…what must I do to inherit eternal life?" It’s like, “What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Forgive, "or Else" Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 23, 2019
     | 3,732 views

    The culture itches to persecute the Catholic Church, and a small number of renegade priests and bishops who abused their authority have provided the excuse.

    Tuesday of the Third Week in Lent 2019 It’s often been said by commentators that the “ten thousand talents” that the Gospel servant owed his master was a sum greater than the gross national product of Palestine in New Testament times. Jesus is clearly exaggerating for effect here, something that ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • David Dunn avatar

    The Father Bows At Calvary

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 13, 2025
     | 122 views

    The Father bowed in love at Calvary, endured the silence of separation, and rejoiced in the resurrection that opened eternity for us.

    THE FATHER BOWS AT CALVARY There are moments in Scripture where God steps back the veil just enough for us to see Him. Not His power. Not His throne. Not His fire. But His heart. Moments when the God who is infinite becomes so close, so tender, so grieved, so invested in His children, that you can ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • James May avatar

    The Sermon That Nobody Wants To Hear

    Contributed by James May on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 36,615 views

    This sermon is about Stewardship and the giving of Tithes and Offerings.

    The Sermon That Nobody Wants to Hear By Pastor Jim The story is told of a pastor who phoned the home of some recent visitors to his church, and a voice answered very softly and quietly, "Hello?". The pastor said, "Who is this?" There was a whisper on the other end, as the voice said, "This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible