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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Parable Of The Drag-Net Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 25, 2007
    based on 94 ratings
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    We live in the days of ’invitation’, but there is coming a day of ’separation’ as God examines all those pulled up in the net. Link included to entire series with formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Templates.

    Parable of the Drag-Net Matthew 13:47-50 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/DragNet.html Of all of Jesus’ parables He has now given to His disciples, I’m sure this is the one they could relate to the best because it uses an illustration from the fishing world, and most of these guys had backgrounds ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Shrewd Steward

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Mar 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    A view of how we serve God, our employers and ourselves.

    The Parable of the Shrewd Steward Luke 16:1-18 By: Rev. Phillip A. Wright Introduction: This morning we are going to look at the Parable of the Shrewd Steward. The subject matter deals with the topic of being fair to one’s employer and treating people fairly in business matters. Attention: How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parable Of The Friend At Midnight Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 7, 2007
    based on 91 ratings
     | 17,870 views

    Putting persistence in our prayers--When Jesus was asked by His disciples to teach them to pray, He said they need to ask, then seek, and knock until the door opens. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Parable of the Friend at Midnight Luke 11:1-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FriendAtMidnight.html INTRODUCTION 1. In studying the parables of Jesus, we have seen how He used the parabolic method of teaching on different subjects.... a. Mostly on the theme of the kingdom of heaven b. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Parable Of The Great Supper Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2007
    based on 135 ratings
     | 20,352 views

    Jesus’ sense of humor shows up in a big way during some awkward dinner table moments, esp. when He talked about people and the excuses they offer. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint template.

    Parable of the Great Supper Luke 14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GreatSupper.html One of the chief Pharisees has invited Jesus over for dinner, and we’re gonna have some fun tonite! v. 1 “they watched Him” = laid a trap v. 2 this diseased man was deliberately planted so Jesus would heal him and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Two Sons Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
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    God’s love for the wayward and lost and his desire for all of his children to return to him and live as children of God.

    Have you ever lost anything valuable to you before? Perhaps you have lost your keys, wallet or purse, or something even more valuable? [Prompt the congregation for items they have lost]. If you have lost something of value you know the feeling of panic. You know how desperately you search for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Parable Of The Unjust Judge Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 45 ratings
     | 11,356 views

    Includes info. on "Jessica’s Law", child predators, lenient judges, and some powerful spiritual lessons Jesus taught about His Father and about prayer. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Parable of the Unjust Judge Luke 18:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/UnjustJudge.html Bad judges have highlighted the news more than ever the last few months as investigations into rulings doled out to child predators have revealed so many judges exercising extreme lenience that is not helping ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    7. The Parable Of The Sower Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    If we want our lives to be fruitful for the Kingdom, we must cultivate the “soil” of our lives and eliminate impurities.

    INTRO: This week Ann and the kids did some planting. We have a little plot in our backyard that we’ve designated for the kids’ garden. Last year we planted a few things – including a short lived goldfish pond, in that area, and on one of the sunny afternoons Ann took them out there and put some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    8. The Parable Of The Weeds Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 22,782 views

    Give up your dreams of a “pure church”. The reality is there will always be a mixture of true followers and hypocrites. Make sure you’re ready for the judgment day and get on with the work of being fruitful!

    INTRO: I’ve got a confession to make. I love Roundup. I love the feeling of just going around, spraying a little bit of poison and then in a few days seeing those weeds shrivel up and die! It’s so much more fun than actually pulling the weeds up! But, the problem with Roundup is it can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Sower And The Seed Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,221 views

    Today we have the first occasion where Matthew uses the word parable. And, as we have seen in the past, the first time that something occurs in the Bible is very important to note and pay special attention to.

    The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like… – Part 1 The Parable Of The Sower And The Seed Matthew 13:1-23 The very first phrase of the first verse of our passage today says a great deal about our Lord and His approach to ministry. We have already seen what a full day He has had. We know from the flow of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Wheat And The Tares Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,717 views

    We are to be loving, kind and accepting of the people God places in our lives, even though we are to be discerning and unaccepting of their sinful choices. Yet, even in this, we are to do so in love. For we do not know where that person stands with God or

    The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like… – Part 2 The Parable Of The Wheat And The Tares Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Before we begin today, let’s make sure we are all clear about what a parable is and what the difference is between a parable and an allegory. Anyone care to give me their understanding of what a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living Parable Of Servanthood

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Sep 28, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,117 views

    Jesus taught parable with a familiar subject, foot washing, but He did not paint a word picture but He made this a Living Parable as He acted out the truth of SERVANTHOOD.

    A LIVING PARABLE OF SERVANTHOOD 10/22/00p RRC John 13:1-17 Jesus, the master teacher, always taught in parables. Parables are simply word pictures using a familiar subject to teach an important truth. On the night before His crucifixion the teacher was still teaching. This time He used another ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Parable Of The Wheat And Darnel

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 7, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,393 views

    Wheat or Darnel - what grabs your attention?

    Harvest Festival 2006 Christian and Susannah – pastors from Ransdorf, just outside Berlin in Germany have been staying with us this weekend. And at breakafast yesterday we spoke about about their “Harvest Festival” in Germany And the German word for “Harvest Festival” is “Erntedankfest” which ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 8, 2007
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,967 views

    God’s justice in His courts leaves the lost standing naked with no defense -- Provision, invitation, inspection, detection, interrogation, conviction & expulsion. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Parable of the Wedding Garment Matthew 22:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WeddingGarment.html Yesterday was 7-7-07, and there were more weddings than in the whole month of June they say. Each one wore their best for the occasion. We all should try to wear our Sunday best, though we don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Forgiving Father

    Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,478 views

    So what do we learn from this parable? We learn who the Father is, and what His nature is.

    Intro Today, Jesus tells us a parable, a story. You probably know the Parable of the Prodigal Son. And the point of the parable is simple: When the lost are found, you rejoice. Instead of being a spoilsport, looking down on someone else, you rejoice when a sinner repents, and you join the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    The Parable Of The Wedding Feast

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Nov 6, 2010
    based on 13 ratings
     | 52,720 views

    There are five important principles for us to learn from the Parable of the Wedding Feast.

    THE PARABLE OF THE WEDDING FEAST Text: Matthew 22:1 – 14 Have you ever received an invitation to a party or celebration? The first invitation that I remember receiving was for a birthday party when I was in the seventh grade. Over the years, I have been invited to graduations, weddings, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist