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  • Tim Zingale avatar

    I Can Sleep When The Wind Blows

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 4, 2002
    based on 119 ratings
     | 8,834 views

    A Sermon for the 25th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 27 The Parable of the 10 Maidens

    25th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 27 Matthew 25:1-13 "I can sleep when the wind blows."     1 ¶ "Then the kingdom of heaven shall be compared to ten maidens who took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom. 2 Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. 3 For when the foolish took their ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Gate Has A Pathway For The Sheep To Follow

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 15, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,946 views

    This sermon touches on what members of a congregation - the sheep - are to look for in a shepherd and how they are to respond to a faithful one.

    April 17, 2005 John 10:1-10 1 “I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3 The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Priceless Value Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
     | 5,425 views

    Why would Jesus describe His Kingdom like this? What makes His Kingdom so valuable, so priceless that even if you had to sell everything you own to get it, it would be worth it? The Kingdom of God is infinitely valuable because this is where we find and h

    The Priceless Value of the Kingdom Matt.13: 44-46 Note: Some materials of this sermon were taken from the sermons of preachers in sermoncentral.com In the book of Matthew, chapter 13, verse 44-46 we will find here our first two parables –the parable of the treasure and pearl. These two metaphors ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Real Christianity Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,675 views

    Was the Lord teaching salvation by works here? No, rather He is teaching us what true and genuine Christianity is. He is teaching us how we ought to live our faith out if we are truly His followers.

    Real Christianity Matt.25: 31-46 nOTE: Some materials of this sermon are taken from sermoncentral.com What is Christianity? It is a religion of love –love to God expressed in loving and serving people. Serving people out of their needs is the hallmark and the essence of the ministry of Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing The Issue Of Evil In The World Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
     | 8,934 views

    Why are there so many evils in this world? Where do these evils come from? Why does a good God tolerate these evils?

    Dealing the issue of evil in the world Matt.13: 24-30 NOte: Some materials of this sermon are taken from sermoncentral.com Just months ago, several destructive natural catastrophes occurred that brought great devastation and mortality. Thousands of lives and millions of crops and establishments ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Expectation Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
     | 10,513 views

    The focal point of this parable is God’s expectation of His people, Israel or Christians. God is the owner of the vineyard who inspects and expects the fig tree –His people to bear fruit.

    This morning, we will study the parable of the barren fig tree. This parable is one of the shortest parables of our Lord in the Gospels. We don’t have fig trees here in the Philippines, so most of us I believe have not seen a fig tree. Fortunately, the internet is giving us anything we want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Proper Attitudes Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
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     | 5,928 views

    Prayer is our communication line to God. Let us keep it always open, operative, and if possible, busy. God is very eager to respond to our prayers more than we are eager to receive the answer of our prayers.

    Attitudes of Prayer Luke 11: 5-13 Note: Some materials of this sermon are taken from sermoncentral.com This morning we will examine the parable which is commonly called: “The Friend at Midnight.” Jesus gave this parable to His disciples after giving them the model prayer in response to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good And Faithful Servants Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,265 views

    “What does it take to be a good and faithful servant of God?” I believe every true believer wants God to find and commend them the same way the Master in this parable found and commended the first two servants who were doing the task given to them.

    Good & Faithful Servant of the Lord Matthew 25: 14-30 nOTE: Some materials of this sermon are taken from sermoncentral. com Introduction The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax-collector which we have examined last Sunday teaches us how to approach God in a way that is acceptable to Him. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Kingdom Of Heaven - A Mixed Bag Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,253 views

    The 4th in a series of messages from texts unique to Matthew’s gospel. This one deals with three parables Jesus told about the kingdom, each one showing the mixture of good and bad mixed together in the kingdom of heaven.

    Matthew’s Unique Message #4 The Kingdom of Heaven – A Mixed Bag Matthew 13:24-30; 47-51; 25:31-46 CHCC: July 29, 2007 INTRODUCTION: This summer I’ve been preaching sermons taken from the Gospel of Matthew. We’ve looked at several passages where Matthew gave information about the life of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Kingdom Of Heaven - A Treasure Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 11, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,988 views

    Thke 5th message in a series taken from texts unique to Matthew’s gospel. This one looks at 3 parables which together teach that the kingdom is a treasure to be sought.

    Matthew’s Unique Message #5 The Kingdom of Heaven – A Treasure Matthew 13:44-45; 52; 25:14-30 CHCC: August 12, 2007 INTRODUCTION: The Gospel of Matthew records 9 Parables of Jesus that no other Gospels record. All of those Parables tell about the Kingdom that Jesus, the Messiah, brought to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let Children Come To Jesus

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 20, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,411 views

    This event teaches us something about God, something about people and something about entry into God’s kingdom. The sermon challenges Christians in our attitudes towards children in particular.

    Today’s Bible reading tells us something about God. It tells us something about people; and it tells us something about entry into God’s Kingdom. It tells us that some people will enter God’s kingdom and it tells us that some people will not enter God’s kingdom. In Luke’s gospel today’s Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Jesus The Revolutionary Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 20, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,351 views

    Jesus is the revolutionary revolutionary

    Jesus Who? October 21, 22 & 25 Jesus the Revolutionary nativity story tax scene – pretty easy to see why people might want to head to the hills and take up arms against their oppressors. Was Jesus a revolutionary? You may remember from last week, the video of Tony Campolo where Tony says ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Many Are Invited, But Few Are Chosen

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 25, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,302 views

    Pentecost 21 (A) - Jesus teaches that many are invited, but few are chosen. Thankfully our gracious God calls and calls again despite how mankind reacts.

    MANY ARE INVITED BUT FEW ARE CHOSEN (Outline) October 21, 2007 - PENTECOST 21 - Matthew 22:1-14 INTRO: Consider for a moment how many technological advances that have taken place in the last few years. We cannot keep track of all the electronic marvels that have been invented or improved. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like...

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Sep 18, 2006
     | 4,376 views

    A look at some of the parables in Matthew 13.

    The Kingdom of Heaven is Like… Matthew 13:31-35; 44-52 September 17, 2006 Introduction As we go through the book of Matthew, we’ve had opportunity to witness Jesus in action, particularly in how He taught about the Kingdom of God, or the Kingdom of Heaven. And over the last few weeks we’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Superficial Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Marie Harvin on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,688 views

    This sermon is about examining ourselves when we celebrate Thanksgiving this year. For many this day will be a time of praise, for others a time for pretext, for some a spiritual time and for others a superficial time.

    Introduction: Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the United States and Canada. It is a day set aside to give thanks for the blessings of the year. Thanksgiving Day is usually observed with religious services and with families celebrations. A large dinner featuring turkey, cranberries and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist