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  • eric carey-holt avatar

    Lamp Under A Bowl Series

    Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,097 views

    Jesus used parables to make truth simple and understandable. However our responses to the truth are not always the same. We all receive the truth, but few of us know how to deal with it. Jesus taught the people by telling them parables; these were short s

    LAMP UNDER A BOWL---MT 5:14-16 TEXT: "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    12 Dollars A Changed Life Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 20, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,031 views

    Parable of the Talents - Jesus shared this teaching for those of his day, his followers and for us here this morning. This parable teaches us a few major life lessons about Stewardship. Jesus shared this concept to give the people who follow Him a few rea

    Opening Video Illustration: Chairs clip – this clip reminds us how important our lives are to the Kingdom of Heaven and to each other sitting in this church this morning. ( from sermoncentral.com.) Series: 12 in 2012 Sermon: $12 dollars a changed life! Subject: Spiritual mile marker ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From The Rich Man And Lazarus (Luke, Part 8) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 13, 2022
     | 2,604 views

    Jesus often taught in parables and referred to them as such, but in this passage there is no mention of it being a parable ... this is the story of an actual event, and He makes it very clear that each of us has a choice on where we will spend eternity, because our life choices do matter.

    Lessons from the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke, Part 8) Luke 16:19-31 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to explore -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Awaiting His Return - Ready For His Appearing

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 17, 2023
     | 3,046 views

    Just as the 10 virgins in the parable were waiting for the Bridegroom to appear, Many who call themselves Christians are represented in this parable. Those who are ready - those who are not. Which category are you in? Are you Awaiting HIS Return and Ready for HIS Appearing?

    2023.04.16 Sermon Notes. Awaiting HIS Return - Ready for HIS Appearing William Akehurst, HSWC KEY Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13 Referenced Scriptures: 1Samuel 16:7, Romans 8:9, 1Corinthians 6:19, Ephesians 5:18, Matthew 5:16, Ephesians 5:26, 2Timothy 2:15, Acts 3:19, Psalms 23:5, 1Corinthians 11:23, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wedding Garment

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Oct 30, 2014
     | 12,926 views

    A perspective on Matthew 22: 1-14. The cloak of righteousness shows us that we have been placed in a position of honour in the family, in the kingdom of heaven.

    Matthew 22: 1-14 The Wedding Garment At times Jesus spoke in parables. Parables begin as earthly stories, speaking about things we are familiar with, like a wedding banquet. There is a twist to the story that can turn up side down our familiar understanding and reveal something new. They end with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Ten Virgins Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 19,740 views

    This parable is a contrast between the wise and foolish virgins. We’ll look at the context and then how we practically apply readiness today.

    The Parables of Jesus The Ten Virgins Matthew 25:1-13 August 23, 2009 This week we turn to the parable of the ten virgins. This parable is Matthew and is one of several parables arranged by Matthew after the eschatological discourse. The what? This is the teaching found in Matthew 24 and Luke 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Seed Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2001
    based on 169 ratings
     | 40,072 views

    Jesus tells of the Kingdom being like a tiny Mustard Seed. This sermon explores what something so small could mean in describing something so majestic

    TOP 10 CLASSIFIED ADS – From true classified ads in daily newspapers 10. Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink. 9. Try us once, you’ll never go anywhere again. 8. Dog for sale: eats anything and is fond of children. 7. Illiterate? Write today for free help. 6. Stock up ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 8: How Will Jesus Judge My Life? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 17, 2023
     | 2,449 views

    Here are the Lord's simple standards: 1. Be a sheep (vs. 31-33). 2. Share (vs. 34-36). 3. Show up (vs. 36). 4. Seek to have a humble heart (vs. 37-46).

    The Second Coming of Christ Part 8: How Will Jesus Judge My Life? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 25:31-46 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 17, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today we will finish our study on the second coming of Christ. This study has taken us from the Old Testament to the New. We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gifts Of God: Use Them Or Lose Them

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 13, 2015
     | 8,627 views

    On Judgment Day, we will be called on to give a personal report to God. That report will be based on the choices we make here and now. We can make any changes we want to here and now. It will be too late to make them when we stand before God.

    Have you ever been afraid to use your gifts, talents or skills? Have you ever thought that your skills and talents were not appreciated by other people? If the answer to either one or both of these questions is “yes”, then you can probably sympathize with the third slave on the Parable ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    You’re Invited

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Dec 6, 2011
     | 5,483 views

    Looking at Jesus' parable of the wedding banquet, and what he’s saying about accepting his invitation to biggest wedding banquet of all time

    INTRO  Tell Phil’s story about how he can’t wait until he gets to heaven’s banquet.  Talk about Keegan and Amanda’s wedding.  This morning, we’re going to look at a time when Jesus told the parable of the wedding banquet, and what he’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "The Message The Lawyer Missed" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,191 views

    But to the one who does not work but believes in Him who justifies the ungodly (Rom 4:5), He says that you can rejoice that your name is recorded in heaven, and by faith you have chosen the good part that can never be taken away.

    (Part 2 of 2 in a study of the Parable of the Good Samaritan) “And a lawyer stood up and put Him to the test, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 And He said to him, “What is written in the Law? How does it read to you?” 27 And he answered, “YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Unstoppable Growth Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 18, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,379 views

    What will it take for the concept of unreached people to become totally intolerable for us in the church?

    Unstoppable Growth Mark 4:21-34 Rev. Brian Bill May 14-15, 2016 David Platt, author of several books, including Radical, is now the president of the Southern Baptist’s International Foreign Mission Board. Beth and I heard him preach a sermon about a month ago that crushed me. I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Eyes, Ears And Heart

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,396 views

    Through Jesus Parables we will be given “knowledge of the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven”. This knowledge is being revealed to those of you who are seekers of the deep spiritual truths of God. Some of us will understand but others won't. Why?

    Eyes, Ears and Heart Matthew 13:1-23 NIV Last year our Sunday messages went through a series of topics on a closer walk with God that taught us how to be better disciples of Jesus. You may or may not have realized it but for 30 weeks that is what I spoke about. It was my prayer that these messages ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Kingdom Of Heaven (Part 7) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,937 views

    What does the desire to be number one indicate from our faith perspective? Whether it is the USA? A congregation, or an individual? Is it wrong to try to be the best at something?

    Opening illustration: One of our favorite teachers in elementary school was my third grade teacher, Miss Titus, an “old school” teacher who maintained a strict sense of order in class but who genuinely cared about each of us. On the first day of school she asked us to line up for lunch ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The "American Picker" Jesus

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 25, 2011
     | 4,345 views

    There is joy in discovering the extraordinary gift of grace in the most ordinary of places.

    Title: The “American Picker” Jesus Text: Matthew 13:44-46 Thesis: There is joy in discovering the extraordinary gift of grace in the most ordinary of places. Introduction American Pickers is a reality television series that premiered on January 18, 2010 on the History Channel. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational