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  • Rich Anderson avatar

    "A Strange Way To Save The World" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 20, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,793 views

    Jesus could have appeared in royalty as He deserved. Instead He was born in an obscure village in poverty stricken surroundings.

    I once read of a little boy getting his haircut while his Father waited. It was Christmastime and the little boy was mesmerized by the Christmas Tree beautifully decorated in the Barber Shop. Looking at the lights on the tree he asked his Father “Daddy, why can’t we have a Christmas Tree in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "Nazarene"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,699 views

    10/11ths of Jesus’ earthly sojourn was spent in obscurity in Nazareth. What do we learn from this?

    “But when Herod died, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt, and said, 20 “Get up, take the Child and His mother, and go into the land of Israel; for those who sought the Child’s life are dead.” 21 So Joseph got up, took the Child and His mother, and came into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Extreme Makeover: Old Testament Edition

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,540 views

    We have a wonderful picture of grace here; the story of an obscure man with a name not only hard to pronounce, but with a terrible meaning.

    Passage: 2 Samuel 9:1-13 Intro: Back in the 50’s, there was a TV show called “Queen for a Day.” PP Show the picture of it. 1. today it is “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”, where people get a new house. 2. these gifts are given for people in terrific need, and it is great. 3. it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Unseen Preparations For The Future Series

    Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,485 views

    Even in some of the most obscure passages of the scriptures God’s plans become evident if we’ll just look.

    Back in Chapter 11 we were introduced to Abraham and His family. Abram was one of three brothers. The other two were Nahor and Haran. The growth and direction of this family is what the entire Old testament records. First we discovered that Haran had a son named Lot. Lot came along with Abram ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living In The Shadow Of Another Star

    Contributed by John Perry on Jul 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,537 views

    This world is full of people who are loaded with talent. It can make you feel at times as though your life adds up to very little. But the truth is that even though we may feel as we are 'outshone' God wants us to master the art of 'Living in the shadow o

    Bunbury Wed pm 29/06/2011 “Living in the shadow of another star” Intro: One of the hardest things to do in all of life is to live in the shadow of another person. Each & every one of us want to feel as though we are seen / recognised for the merit of our own abilities / talents & ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Wounded Hands

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 29, 2015
     | 10,702 views

    An obscure verse in the Book of Zechariah describes the wounds in the hands of Jesus and the circumstances that caused those wounds. Great lead in to the Lord's Supper.

    THE WOUNDED HANDS Zech. 13:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Four ladies from their church’s WM group were driving home one Sunday afternoon when they are involved in a terrible car crash. Unfortunately, none of them survived. When they arrive at the Pearly Gates, Peter told them there was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christmas - I Am The Lord’s Servant!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 16, 2019
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     | 9,934 views

    She was a young girl, living in an obscure village in a humble, farming area. And she was pregnant - a scandalous situation for a young, unmarried teenager.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Luke 1:26-38, 46-49; 1 Corinthians 1:26-28 ILL. He was an impressive man in his 50's, vice-president ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Great Omission

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,756 views

    The enemy has done a brilliant job in obscuring some very important truths about fulfilling the Great Commission and the way to salvation

    The enemy has done a brilliant job in obscuring some very important truths about fulfilling the Great Commission and the way to salvation. The word “salvation” in the Greek means to deliver from the consequences of sin and protect against evil. The enemy knows that just saying a simple “Sinners ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Come To The Wine Tasting Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 29, 2013
     | 4,315 views

    John begins his coverage of the ministry of Jesus with a wedding in an obscure small town and ends it in Revelation with the marriage supper of the Lamb in heaven.

    Come to the Wine Tasting Rev. Mark Barber John 2:1-12 In John’s Gospel, Jesus’ public ministry begins with an appearance with His disciples at a wedding. It occurred in a very small village called Cana in Galilee. In modern terms, this village was located in West Podunk. It was a long ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Heaven Is A World Of Love Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,350 views

    Whenever Christians are full of envy and strife, it obscures the evidence of heaven. The clouds of hatred darken the evidence of Heaven’s love for us.

    Let a man do whatever religious thing he wishes, it means nothing without love. Love is the greatest of God’s gifts. Love is deeper than emotions. Love is the God-given proof that you are Christ’s disciples (John 13:35). This is a message about the future but it is also a map for the present. Since ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcome When God Provides Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 8, 2021
     | 2,560 views

    When you come to a place where the answer is unclear, the options are exhausted, and the next step is obscured by impossibilities, then watch for the provision of God.

    We Overcome When God Provides Exodus 16:1-18 Introduction When you come to a place where the answer is unclear, the options are exhausted, and the next step is obscured by impossibilities, then watch for the provision of God. This is the predicament of the children of Israel. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do You Need A Triumphal Entry?

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 17, 2011
     | 5,310 views

    The journey into Jerusalem was an overture of deliverance; it begins in obscurity and ends in victory; Jesus can do the same for you, us, and our world today!

    DO YOU NEED A TRIUMPHAL ENTRY? Matthew 21:1-11 Sermon Objective: The journey into Jerusalem was an overture of deliverance. It begins in obscurity and ends in victory. Jesus can do the same for you, us, and our world today! MATTHEW 21:1-11 1 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Don't Give Up On God

    Contributed by Jason Patrick on Dec 1, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,029 views

    God appears obscure and enigmatic to us all at times, but as we persevere in our relationship with God we realize that God perseveres toward us also.

    “Don’t Give Up on God” / Luke 18:1-8 Proper 24, Year C; Downsville Baptist Church; 21 October 2001 If Jesus is trying to teach us about the importance of persevering in our prayer lives, we wish he would have done it in a less confusing and puzzling manner. Perhaps his parable should have gone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Yes, Jesus Loves Me!

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on Nov 1, 2007
    based on 28 ratings
     | 42,199 views

    I wrote this funeral message for a mentally handicapped adult who was very child-like. It is based on some of the more obscure verses of "Jesus Loves Me."

    INTRODUCTION: One of the most familiar Christian songs in the world is “Jesus Loves Me.” Most of us can recall one or two verses, but did you know that the author of the song, Anna Bartlett Warner, originally wrote seven? BODY: As I looked at some of the more obscure verses, I quickly realized ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "What Is Precious To You?"

    Contributed by Fred Mueller on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,572 views

    A sermon on the obscure text of David anbd the three valiant warriors who risked their lives to bring their beloved commander a drink from the well of his hometown - Bethlehem.

    It is 2:15 in the morning. You are awakened by the cries of your baby. You nudge your husband, ¡§It¡¦s your turn honey.¡¨ He draws in a deep snore and rolls over. ¡§Oh well,¡¨ you say to yourself. You get up, try to get those eyes open, finally focus as you get near the crib. A skillful ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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