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  • Lewis Martin avatar

    Eyes That See

    Contributed by Lewis Martin on Apr 7, 2025
     | 740 views

    Jesus tells a parable in Luke 16 that pulls back the curtain—revealing what happens when we live with closed eyes and closed hearts. It’s the story of a rich man, a poor beggar named Lazarus, and the eternal consequences of spiritual blindness.

    Sermon: "Eyes That See" (Luke 16:19-31) Scripture Reading (Luke 16:19-31 - NLT): 19 Jesus said, “There was a certain rich man who was splendidly clothed in purple and fine linen and who lived each day in luxury. 20 At his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus who was covered with sores. 21 As ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Now, That Makes No Sense At All!

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 11, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,559 views

    It makes no sense to be part of the same family and be mad when the father chooses to do for one what he hasn’t chosen to do for the other. Yet, this is precisely what happened in the parable Jesus told of two sons, either of whom were prodigal.

    “Jesus said, ‘There was a man who had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, “Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.” And he divided his property between them. Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a far country, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Thy Neighbour

    Contributed by James Ledbetter on Feb 3, 2015
     | 6,337 views

    Love everyone as yourself. Even strangers! We are all made in His image and He loves us all the same way. Amen!

    LOVING YOUR NEIGHBOR There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man's table: ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    21) Forgive Us - As We Forgive Others! Series

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 4, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,376 views

    Through the Lord's Prayer Jesus provides His disciples an example in the way they should pray, and the kinds of things they should be praying for. In doing so, He teaches us also a great deal about forgiveness - including our need to forgive others.

    21) Forgive Us - As We Forgive Others TEXT: Matthew 6:12 In the immediate context here... We find Jesus teaching the disciples “How to Pray”. This particular account in the Scriptures Is what is more commonly referred to today as “The Lord’s Prayer”. And although there is much to learn from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Feeling Small, Walking Tall Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 24, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,555 views

    Small congregations might feel ineffective at reaching people, but big things come in small packages. Both the parable of "the mustard seed" and "the yeast" show how small, seemingly insignificant things can make a huge impact.

    The passage of Scripture that we will view tonight contains two short parables – “The Mustard Seed” and “The Yeast.” I have entitled our sermon “Feeling Small, Walking Tall,” and the passage that we’ll be studying provides a great opportunity for sharing a motivational message. You are probably ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deep And Wide

    Contributed by David Roth on Mar 9, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,094 views

    Proper 19 (A) The unforgiving servant's heart was cold and shallow. But God's grace and mercy to us is deep and wide. Therefore, it not only changes our hearts, but overflows through us to others.

    J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Deep and Wide” Last week in the Gospel, Jesus had taught his disciples about being the greatest and least, and to seek unity, being One Flock, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Overshadowing Cloud

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 26, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,577 views

    We need to discover and appreciate the parallel between the Ark of the Covenant and the Blessed Virgin Mary.

    Memorial of St. Alphonsus “The Overshadowing Cloud” Matthew: Jesus said to His disciples: 47 "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net which was thrown into the sea and gathered fish of every kind; 48 when it was full, men drew it ashore and sat down and sorted the good into ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Knowing Our Neighbors Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 14, 2009
    based on 43 ratings
     | 32,832 views

    On the surface the Parable of the Good Samaritan appears to be a simple story about being kind. It’s actually much deeper than that. This story is designed to show each of us how sinful and selfish we really are and that our only hope of going to heaven

    Knowing Our Neighbors Luke 10:25-37 Rev. Brian Bill 6/14/09 The story of the Good Samaritan is one of the most well-known parables of Jesus. There are hospitals named after him and his name has become an idiom for unusual kindness and extraordinary care for the hurting. The “Good Sam RV Club” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Treasure Hunters

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jun 21, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,336 views

    Jesus warns us in this parable of the danger of pursuing the wrong treasure all our life, even finding it, and then discovering we have missed discovering life’s eternal treasure. Such eternal treasure is found in our relationship with Him.

    Treasure Hunters July 14-15, 2001 Luke 12:13-21 (New International Version) 13Someone in the crowd said to him, ¡§Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.¡¨ 14Jesus replied, ¡§Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Lost Sons - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 18, 2019
     | 3,401 views

    Last week we took a look at the younger son found in the parable of the Prodigal Son. Today we'll be taking a look a the older son and always with our eyes fastened on the Father!!!

    The Lost Sons (Part 2) Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Where No Oxen Are The Barn Is Clean Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 15, 2004
    based on 135 ratings
     | 29,784 views

    #7 in Proverbs and Parables series Matthew 24:45-51 with Proverbs If you want a clean, tidy church just get rid of the people. As God’s servants we are in the people business.

    Where no Oxen are the Barn is Clean Proverbs 14-15 SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 24:45-51 INTRODUCTION: You will notice in the parable _________________ read that the good servant did the job of overseeing other servants and making sure everyone was fed and cared for. If you’ve ever cooked for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Spirit And Trinity Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,512 views

    First in a series on the Holy Spirit it, looking at the Spirit’s place in the Trinity. God invites us through the Spirit to participate in the intimacy of the trinity. Join the dance! Ends with a parable I wrote.

    The Holy Who? Spirit and Trinity May 3/4, 2003 Intro: Being a Christian is about knowing God. It is about being in relationship with God. Faith is not mentally agreeing with a prescribed set of abstract principles, faith is about living in obedience to a God you know and love and worship and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing Of Significance

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 23, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 2,078 views

    Christmas Eve parable -- kind of silly and serious at the same time -- poking a little fun at my own Scandinavian heritage. From the beginning the trained observers have failed to recognize the significance of the Nativity.

    The Middle East is a troubled place. And, really, this is nothing new. The land that we call Israel or Palestine has been characterized by instability for as long as we can remember. The players change but the game is the same. It’s all very complicated -- hinging on geographical and political ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Superman: The One And Only Son Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 30, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,167 views

    Everything that Superman aspires to be in imaginary tales, Jesus is in reality—and so much more. The story of Superman is really a parable for the life of Jesus. This is part of a youth series called: Jesus Is My Superhero!

    The Last Son of Krypton Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare You know the story. Everyone who hears it can never forget. Once, long ago, a rocket ship dove out of the sky and landed on the humble property of Jonathan and Martha Kent. What happened next would change their lives, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Who Is My Neighbor?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 10, 2019
     | 5,007 views

    Let’s look at how even enemies can become good neighbors? Let’s examine the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25-37 and see how it applies to us.

    After World War Two the Allies helped former enemies Germany and Japan rebuild. The hatred did not last forever. Thanks in large part to Allied aid, former enemies became close friends and two of the world’s strongest economies were given life. Let’s look at how even enemies can become good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist