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  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Parable Of The Ten Virgins

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 20, 2006
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    The Parable of the Ten Virgins gives us excellent insight into the condition of many of today’s churches.

    THE PARABLE OF THE TEN VIRGINS 1 "Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 "Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. 3 "Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, 4 "but the wise took ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 2, 2006
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    A simple short sermon for our Older Folk’s Service.

    The Parable of the Wedding Banquet. Mt 22:1-14 WBC "Silver Service" 2 Mar 2006 REJECTION I just love this parable! But it’s a sad one, as well Basically- it’s a parable about God’s invitation to His Son’s wedding banquet - and the wedding banquet symbolises "Salvation" But at the start of it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wes Richard avatar

    Parable Of A Broken Covenant Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on May 13, 2009
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    God uses Hosea’s broken marriage to paint a picture of covenant unfaithfulness, but the story doesn’t end there because God is a pursuing God.

    This is one day when our nation pays special attention to the importance of motherhood. Many of you have planned some special way to observe this day with a meal, a gift, or a visit. And it is wonderful that you can do that. I also recognize that Mother’s Day is not easy for a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Smith avatar

    The Parable Of The Two Sons Series

    Contributed by David Smith on Jun 18, 2009
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    Jesus said "What do you think? A man had two sons; he went to the first and said, ’Son, go and work in the vineyard today.’ He answered, ’I will not’; but later he changed his mind and went. The father went to the second and said the same; and he answered

    My friend Kon used to say ’the more I see of kids today, the more I think about getting a dog’. Then he had a son. He doesn’t say that quite as much any more. His other great saying was ’I love children, but I can never finish a whole one’. He doesn’t say that much any more either. He might think ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Parable Of The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 1, 2009
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    We are not to ask who is our neighbor; we are to be a neighbor.

    [To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] WHO IS MY NEIGHBOR? (Luke 10:25-28) 25On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26“What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 5, 2008
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    The parable not only applies to those who have never met Christ, it also applies to those Christians who have lost their way in the busyness of their lives - vicars and pastors included!!

    Luke 15:1-10 Parable of the Lost Sheep Story: A young man who had been raised as an atheist –was training to be an Olympic diver. The only religious influence in his life came from his outspoken Christian friend. The young diver never really paid much attention to what his friend said about ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Parable Of Rich Fool Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jul 7, 2008
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    Store up riches towards God because you never know when He will demand your soul

    Luke 12.13-21 The Rich Fool Did you know you can purchase almost anything on eBay these days? Just this past week an Australian man has sold his complete life – his home, his possessions, his job and his friends – the bidding had gotten to £400,000. Not so long ago a 20 year old student in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Parables Of Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jul 7, 2008
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    To whom should i be a neigbour?

    Luke 10.25-37 The Good Samaritan We often say of someone “they are a good Samaritan.” We have ‘The Samaritans’ who help people in crisis find a listening ear. The term ‘good Samaritan’ has become part and parcel of our everyday vocabulary. No doubt we all know the parable but I am also quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Parable Of The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 12, 2008
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    This talk reflects on 1. The Status of the prodigal son 2. The State of the prodigal son and 3. How the prodigal son came to his senses

    RB 13-07-8 The Parable of the Prodigal Son Lk 15:11-32 The key to understanding this story can be found in the opening verses of Luke 15. Let me read them to you: Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    One Line Parables

    Contributed by Paul Zwarich on Jul 25, 2008
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     | 6,434 views

    Even though the rich blessings God intends for us may appear to be of no more value than a seed or a handful of yeast we should not deceive ourselves.

    Lectionary 17 A Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 This morning we heard a number of “One – Line Parables” that Jesus used to describe the Kingdom of God to illustrate how God’s power and authority is visible and expressed in our world. Unlike the longer “Story Parables” like the Good Samaritan or the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    The Parable Of The 2 Sons Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,334 views

    Jesus speaks thru parable to teach us the basic premise of obedience...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: July 29, 2008 Date Preached: July 30, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of the Parables Sermon Title: The Parable of the 2 Sons Sermon Text: Matt 21:28-32 28 “But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Parable Of The Crooked Manager

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 17, 2009
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    God is looking for Single Minded people

    LUKE 16:1-13 GOD IS LOOKING FOR SINGLE MINDED PEOPLE Sermon This is one of the most difficult parables to understand - because at first blush it looks as if Jesus is condoning sharp practices. On careful reflection however, I don’t think he is. The Story is a bit of an enigma There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    The Parable Of Someone Else Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 10, 2009
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    This message examines our tendency to expect someone else to carry our load within the church.

    The church family was shocked this week to learn of the passing of one of our most faithful members. Your state of shock is obvious as you begin to look around to try and figure out who is not here. I was saddened when I learned that Someone Else has gone on to receive his reward. This death leaves ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Parable Of The Persistent Widow Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 13, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 13,779 views

    God’s delays are not His denials.

    [To receive free, weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] We don’t like to wait. We want what we want right away. · ATM machines: If we need cash, we don’t have to wait until the bank opens. · Fast food: If we wait for more than two minutes for our order, we get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Parable Of The Unmerciful Servant Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
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    The key to forgiveness is to stop focusing on what others have done to me and start focusing on what God has done for me.

    [To receive free, weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] TWO DEBTS There are three main characters in this parable: • The king represents GOD. • The servant represents US. • The fellow servant represents the people who WRONG us. A huge debt is forgiven; a small debt is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist