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  • Darren Ethier avatar

    The Greatest In The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 61,465 views

    Part 2 of 4 of the series, Secrets of the Kingdom of God, Revealed! With a child Jesus demonstrates who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven! Certainly not what most would expect... 

    THE GREATEST IN THE KINGDOM Matthew 18:1-6 Read at beginning of service: Mark 9:33-37 (NIV) 33 They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, "What were you arguing about on the road?" 34 But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. 35 Sitting ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Horoscope Of Jesus

    Contributed by David Smith on Jan 8, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,111 views

    What must Mary have thought when she first opened the door and found a group of Iranian astrologers, there to celebrate the birth of her son? These characters seem so inappropriate in the Christmas narrative, but maybe that’s the point?

    The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    (Resurrection) Life Is Full Of Surprises

    Contributed by Michael Pahls on May 19, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,995 views

    Peter’s explanation of the events leading to the conversion of Cornelius (a Roman soldier and Gentile) bears witness to the surprising and yet familiar ways of God and points us to the new possibilities for surprise that the Resurrection message opens in in our lives.

    Fifth Sunday of Easter - Year C May 13, 2001 Acts 11:1-18 1st CENTURY PALESTINE: A WORLD WITHOUT SURPRISES This passage is all about the surprising works of God but to get the surprise you must have the back story. Hang in there, the payoff in this passage for your life is worth the extended ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lessons From Paul's Salutations

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 18, 2015
     | 4,676 views

    It is most amazing to me how the apostle Paul opens his letters to the churches. This sermon concentrates on the salutation used in the letter to the Colossians and provides insight into how we could or should interact with each other. Praise be to God!

    Colossians 1:1-13 “1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 to God’s holy people in Colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in Christ: Grace and peace to you from God our Father.” “3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "How To Go From Dirtbag To Top-Notch" Series

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,955 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that ONE OF GOD’S greatest acts of love is shown in how He forgives and welcomes the return home of his shameful and disgraceful children with open arms and loving gestures.

    18 March 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, California BIG IDEA: One of God’s greatest act of love is His FORGIVENESS OF SINNERS. . References: Luke 15:1-32 (NIV); Psalm 32:1-11 (Happy are those whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered …); Joshua ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Meaning Of Easter

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2021
     | 2,187 views

    Jesus will give existence to your decomposed bodies. He allows no one to go out of existence.

    Had you chosen to visit the Christian Quarter of Jerusalem today to celebrate Easter, you would no doubt want to visit the central shrine that is all probability the place of Jesus' death, burial, and Resurrection. And while no one is absolutely certain that this is indeed the location of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Paying Attention?

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000
    based on 57 ratings
     | 11,422 views

    Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

    “Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of Praise Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,204 views

    Before Jesus comes again to conquer all of his enemies, all of heaven praises God, thus demonstrating the power of praise. So worship the Lord and win the war.

    We live in a dangerous world today, so I thought you would appreciate Mark Moring’s advice on how to stay safe. After doing some “extensive research”, he suggests the following. Avoid riding in automobiles because they are responsible for 20 percent of all fatal accidents. Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Revival And The Prayer Of Power Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 13, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,731 views

    Unless the Lord builds the house, those who labor on it labor in vain. And unless we pray for God to build our upcoming Revival, all our labor will be in vain. But what should we pray for God to do?

    A woman told of their family moving into a new house in town after years of living on a farm. Early the next morning, their 3 year old boy ran into the bedroom to wake them. “I dressed him and told him to play in the yard and to quit bothering us.” About 20 minutes later, he came running back. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Greets You Or Easter In Revelation!

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 22, 2019
     | 2,853 views

    Jesus rose the victor on the third day, ascended to heaven forty days later, and is waiting to return. He has sent a message to us in the interim. Think of it as an Easter card!

    Jesus Greets You or Easter In Revelation! (Revelation 1:4-8, 17-18) 1. In 1914, British World War I soldier Pvt. Thomas Hughes wrote a letter to his wife, sealed it in a ginger ale bottle, and tossed it into the English Channel. He died two days later fighting in France. Fast forward to 1999 when ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ian Johnson avatar

    Make Room For The Glory

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Dec 1, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,913 views

    People say why doesn’t God do something to help me! The answer is simple we don’t lift our heads to the king of glory and we don’t open the door for him to come in.

    WE MUST MAKE ROOM FOR THE GLORY OF GOD. Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church 7:12:2003 “Lift up your heads oh ye gates; lift them up you everlasting doors; and the king of glory shall come in.” Psalm 24:9. People say why doesn’t God do something to help me! The answer is simple we don’t life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Christian Patriotism

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 28, 2025
     | 630 views

    We Christians live in the world as exiles from Heaven. While in the world, we are to pray for the welfare of our nation, glorifying God by how we lives in the midst of a darkened world.

    “Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the LORD on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” [1] This world is not my home I'm just a-passin’ through My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue The angels beckon me from heaven's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    How To Talk To Others About Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 23, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,366 views

    How do we overcome our fears and actually open our mouths to talk to other people about Jesus Christ? There are three action steps that we can take in order to effectively talk to others about Christ.

    How to Talk to Others About Jesus Christ Acts 9:19-29 Introduction: 1. As we learned last week, when we trust Christ to be our Savior, Christ’s Spirit comes to live within us, and our life changes. When salvation occurs, there is a natural, internal desire to want to share our faith with ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Curious Case Of Nicodemus Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 23, 2011
     | 9,852 views

    An exposition of Nicodemus’ enounter with Jesus. I opened with an illustration from the movie: "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." It was a good tie in because the movie is about a man who was born old, which is on par with the question that Nicodemus

    The Curious Case of Nicodemus How many of you like movies? I like movies, but don’t go to the movies as often as I use to especially since I received a subscription to Netflix a while back. One of the movies I recently rented was called The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. It is a strange movie ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Problem Solving 101

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Oct 8, 2010
     | 6,139 views

    Do you have problems that are almost impossible to fix, your Father in Heaven can help. This sermon shows that even the Apsotles were reluctant to ask for His help.

    PROBLEM SOLVING 101 (All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) (Small portions of Max Lucado’s “Every Day Deserves a Chance” are used in this sermon.) Ever had a problem and just thought to yourself, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ