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  • Joel Smith avatar

    The Father Heart Of God

    Contributed by Joel Smith on Jun 24, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 31,390 views

    If your heart beats like the Father’s, you’ll love lost people too.

    A several summers ago Laura and I witnessed every parent’s nightmare. As we soaked up the sun at Myrtle Beach, enjoying our annual vacation, watching Drake and Anna Gray, who were then still young enough to enjoy just playing in the sand, we noticed a man acting rather strangely. A barely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Watch And Work

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,415 views

    A message from the Olivet Discourse in Mark's Gospel.

    WATCH AND WORK TEXT: Mark 13:28-37 Mark 13:28-37 (KJV) Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near: [29] So ye in like manner, when ye shall see these things come to pass, know that it is nigh, even at the doors. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Judgement Series

    Contributed by John Bright on May 27, 2023
     | 1,136 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    "Facing Judgement" Luke 13:1-9 A sermon for 9/25/22 Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 13 1 There were present at that season some who told Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answered and said to them, “Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Living In The New Testament

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 24, 2025
     | 427 views

    You can't put new wine in old wineskins, in so doing the wineskin bursts. Likewise, you cannot fit the Old Testament laws and rules into the New Testament grace, mercy, and forgiveness.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family of faith, as we gather in this sacred space, a sanctuary of solace and strength, to seek the wisdom of the Word of God. We are here, united in our hunger for understanding, our thirst for truth, and our shared desire to draw closer to our Creator. In the words ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Minas Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 10, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,980 views

    Benefits of using God’s blessings to bring glory to Him

    Stories Jesus Told - 2 "The Minas" Luke 19:11-27 INTRO.: Have you wondered if living the Christian life is worth the sacrifices and effort required? This story answers the question. Historians tell us this parable is unique among the parables of Jesus because it makes reference to an actual ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narnia: What Are You Waiting For? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Thiemann on Nov 26, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,066 views

    Advent is a time of watching, waiting and anticipating Jesus’ activity in our lives as Jesus has turned to each of us, to pull us into God’s great story of salvation for the world.

    What are you waiting for? This is an appropriate question to ask on this Sunday as we begin the new church year and as we begin the season of Advent, these four Sundays that lead up to Christmas. Advent is a time of preparation; our preparation often includes much time shopping, decorating, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Miracles Do Happen....

    Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Jul 30, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,492 views

    An alternative view on the feeding of the multitude.

    Some of you may remember that many years ago I, asked the children of this church to go around the congregation and gather whatever sweets that were in your bags or pockets. The kids went around and some of you gave quite generously the sweets you had, they were placed in the offering plates. Of ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Revelation Chapter 5

    Contributed by Jason Callihan on Sep 24, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,785 views

    What is this book?

    Revelation 5 The fifth chapter is a continuation of the fourth. John had just seen God, Christ, the spirit, the covenant and the Church. I am sure that these things had John’s undivided attention. John’s vision changes quickly as the fifth chapter begins. John sees a book. There must have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rich Man And Lazarus

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018
     | 9,137 views

    Jesus gives us a life lesson here that is for both this life and the next. There are needy people at our doorsteps who need our compassion, love and resources in order to survive. Our wealth should not remove us from them.

    The Rich man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 As we have walked with Jesus through the Parables this year we have been taught how God values each one of us, men and women, boys and girls, young and old and rich and poor. Jesus has given us insights into how to live for God while we seek to live as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Pride And Prejudice

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 6, 2019
     | 3,646 views

    Two Things that Constrain Our Joy

    Legend holds that in 1884 a young man died, and after the funeral his grieving parents decided to establish a memorial to him. With that in mind they met with Charles Eliot, president of Harvard University. Eliot received the unpretentious couple into his office and asked what he could do. After ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Living In Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 17, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,979 views

    Persistent praying is more than spoken words; it is a way of life.

    Weekly Message/Devotion October 20, 2019 Luke 8:1-8 Living in Persistent Prayer Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Exposing The Heart Of The Father Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 11, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,645 views

    This sermon takes a look at the story of the prodigal son from the eyes of the father. Later it reminds us of the heart of our Heavenly Father as He receives and forgives those who return home to Him. It's part of the Conversational Evangelism Series.

    Luke 15:11-32 INTRODUCTION ¥ The Pharisee’s were finding fault with Jesus because He received and ate with sinners. - "This man receives sinners and eats with them." - Lk 15:2 ¥ Jesus responded with three parables: His response? 1. "The Lost Sheep" - Lk 15:3-7 2. "The Lost Coin" - Lk ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Affliction Of Affluence Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014
     | 5,204 views

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Affliction of Affluence

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Affliction of Affluence Luke 12:1-12 Covetousness and greed can manifest itself in seemingly harmless acts as when children fight over their toys to the death of Wal-Mart employee last year on the day after Thanksgiving when an out-of-control crowd of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Affliction Of Affluence

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014
     | 2,918 views

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Affliction of Affluence

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Affliction of Affluence Luke 12:13-21 Covetousness and greed can manifest itself in seemingly harmless acts as when children fight over their toys to the death of Wal-Mart employee last year on the day after Thanksgiving when an out-of-control crowd of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Core 52 Week 24 - Our Calling And Election Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,986 views

    Predestination. Election. Free will. These are some of the most hotly debated doctrines in the church. We think we have to be in one camp or the other. But is that true? Let's find out together.

    You can listen to the audio of the sermon on my podcast at: https://pastorlanny.buzzsprout.com/ Core 52 Week 24 - Our Calling • Threw away the rent check. Before you judge me, how many gift cards got thrown out at Christmas time in the wrapping paper at your house? • So easy to overlook or lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ