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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    The Contrast Between The Rich And The Poor

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 26, 2024
     | 1,310 views

    Today I will be preaching on the parable of THE CONTRAST BETWEEN THE RICH AND THE POOR found in the book of Luke.

    The gospel of Luke is the only book that carries this passage of scripture that some think is a parable. However, as I preach this from this PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE, I need to mention that there are some preachers who refuse to preach this passage of scripture as a parable. Some say it is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accountable Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 12, 2026
     | 225 views

    In the parable of the minas, Jesus uses recent events to prompt His followers to be faithful stewards.

    Introduction Herod ruled over Judea in the decades leading up to the birth of Christ. He was the same ruler (Mt. 2) ruler who killed hundreds of babies in response to the visit of the magi. As he was nearing the end of his life, he divided his kingdom between a couple of his sons. Around 4BC, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Give Up! Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 15, 2025
     | 669 views

    Jesus shares the parable of the persistent widow in order to provide encouragement and hope for His followers.

    Winston Churchill speech - never give up There are so many areas of life in which people can feel discouraged: weight activities Luke 18:1–8 ESV And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Work PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 1,176 views

    Explore the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, emphasizing God's generosity, the value of work, and the power of faith.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we're diving into a parable straight from the book of Matthew that speaks volumes about God's generosity, the value of work, and the power of faith. It's the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, and it's found in Matthew 20:1-16. Before we ...read more

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    The Tower Builder And The Warring King Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jul 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,072 views

    We examine two parables that deal with discipleship and specifically the carefully weighing the cost of following Jesus. No matter where you are spiritually, Jesus calls us to seriously consider discipleship.

    The Parables of Jesus The Tower Builder and the Warring King Luke 14:28-32 July 26, 2009 This week we are going to turn to two parables that are about discipleship. It is a “Who from you…” parable. This refers to the phrase in verse 28 of Luke 14 that in the NIV says, “suppose one of you.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Seeds Need Good Soil And Nurture To Grow

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,726 views

    A short talk for our Church harvest festival attended my many people including a family celebrating a baptism.

    What have I got here? Yes, that’s right, a packet of sweet pea seeds – a Father’s Day gift from Rebekah. Don’t they look fantastic! The packet says, ‘An amazingly diverse mixture of colours and markings including bi-coloured, marbled and flaked blooms. Perfect for cut flowers or training up ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Of Patent, Latent And Talent!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jan 10, 2012
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     | 3,922 views

    To aim for a prize more precious than Nobel prize!!!

    Of patent, latent and talent Quiz time, folks!!! Who invented the dynamite? Do I hear the answer …Alfred Nobel! Yes, it is him alright. In fact in 1867, Nobel received U.S. patent number 78317 for his dynamic invention. That this explosive instead of being ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Pray Like You Mean It!

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,256 views

    Our prayers are affected by the way we understand God. Jesus uses this quirky parable to drive home that God is passionate about humanity and, in particular, your well-being.

    Sermon for CATM – November 1, 2009 – “Pray Like You Mean It!” A young man went into a drugstore to buy 3 boxes of chocolate: small, medium, and large. When the pharmacist asked him about the three boxes, he said, “Well, I’m going over to a new girlfriend’s house for supper. Then we’re going out. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Not Our Talents But Our Use Of Talents

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Nov 12, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,735 views

    How we use our gifts are more important than their monetary value. It isn't the size of the gift, it's the motive in the giving!

    Not Our Talents BUT Our Use of Talents Matthew 25:14-30 This parable provides us with a message that can be and often is misunderstood. The talents referred to in the parable are monetary units. A talent was not really a coin at all but rather an ingot, weighing around 75 pounds. At that weight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bring In The Fruit!

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,036 views

    Message urging our church to be one where we are bringing in the "fruit of the vineyard" - working for the Kingdom instead of ourselves.

    Bring in the Fruit! Matthew 21:33-46 August 10, 2008 Introduction We continue our walk through the gospel according to Matthew, and even though it’s only Tuesday, Jesus finds Himself in the thick of some controversy. The religious leaders are really coming after Him – challenging His words, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Faith That Transforms A Mustard Seed Into A Mustard Tree

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Nov 27, 2018
     | 5,519 views

    If you’ve been in or around church for any length of time you’ve probably heard someone quote the parable of the mustard seed in one context or another. Often it is used when speaking about faith, or prayer, or even the preaching of the gospel...

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com If you’ve been in or around church for any length of time you’ve probably heard someone quote the parable of the mustard seed in one context or another. Often it is used ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Mustard Seed And The Yeast Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 18, 2020
     | 7,322 views

    The parables of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast encourage Kingdom members to expect growth and an abundant response to the Gospel, irrespective of, what may seem like, an insignificant beginning or effort.

    Message Matthew 13:31-33 “The Mustard Seed and the Yeast” Today our parable focus is on the parable of the mustard seed and the parable of the yeast. The Mustard Seed Parable appears in Matthew Mark and Luke. The Yeast Parable only appears in Matthew and Luke. When you read the parables in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Treasure Is In A Field Series

    Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Apr 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,815 views

    In Matthew 13, Jesus preached 7 parables that detail the history of His kingdom on this earth. In this parable, He tells of God's great love for believers, so much that He purchases the whole world to redeem a few out of it!

    The Treasure Is in a Field Matthew 13:44 Introduction: 1. Today, we are going to pick apart just one verse of scripture. 2. We may compare several others to it, but mainly we will discuss all the possibilities of the verse at hand. 3. We will look at it from three perspectives. 4. Really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Inisghts Into Christian Service

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 19, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,533 views

    Here is a miracle with a message. Dr. G. Campbell Morgan once said that every parable Jesus spoke was a miracle of instruction ,and every miracle Jesus performed was a parable of instruction. Here is a miracle filled with Insight Into Christian Service.

    Insights Into Christian Service John 2:1-11 I want to direct your attention to the word “servants” in verses 5 and 9. The servants are referred to in several more verses by the words “they,” “them,” or “you.” It is these unnamed servants that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Word Or Deed? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 11, 2022
     | 2,667 views

    I would like to share with you about the two sons whom Jesus mentioned in his parable after the cleansing of the Temple at Jerusalem. Words or deeds? It is the straight forward question raised by God to everyone who reads this parable.

    Theme: Word or Deed? Text: Matthew 21:28-33 Introduction: On this Holy Monday, I would like to share with you about the two sons whom Jesus mentioned in his parable after the cleansing of the Temple at Jerusalem. Words or deeds? It is the straight forward question raised by God to everyone who ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist