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  • Andrew Schroer avatar

    Be Prepared!

    Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Aug 27, 2001
    based on 86 ratings
     | 10,933 views

    Death is just around the corner. Jesus could return at any moment. Are you prepared?

    In days gone by, kings and nobles were accustomed to having court jesters, or fools as they were called, to entertain them. Many years ago there lived a king who enjoyed the folly of his court jester. Jokingly the king gave his jester a scepter and told him that if someday he found someone more ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Scott Weber avatar

    Be Prepared Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 23, 2001
    based on 624 ratings
     | 80,888 views

    Second in a series on Matthew 24 & 25. This message focuses on the theme of being prepared for Christ’s return since we do not know when it will be.

    Because Jesus Is Returning . . . "Be Prepared - Matthew 25:1-13" A well known Christian wrote, "the last days are upon us. Weigh carefully the times. Look for Him who is above all time, eternal and invisible." That was not written by a modern prophecy expert. It was written by a man named ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Prepared!

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 12, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,419 views

    Boy Scout Sunday sermon How do you keep plenty of oil in your lamp?

    “Be Prepared” -a sermon for Boy Scout Sunday. Matthew 25:1-12 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts One thing that all Scouts, young and old, never forget is the Boy Scout Motto: "Be prepared." If you’ve ever set up a tent and didn’t tie your lines ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Christopher Raiford avatar

    Be Prepared

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 21,640 views

    2nd Sunday in End Time - Saints Triumphant A sermon that encourages us to be prepared for Jesus’ 2nd Coming

    Matthew 25 1-13 “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them. The wise, however, took oil in jars along with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Edward Frey avatar

    Be Prepared!

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Nov 22, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,702 views

    We need faith in our Savior for ourselves if we expect to be ready for his return.

    Just about every house in America goes through a familiar ritual. This ritual takes place every day of the week. Some of you may be very familiar with it. I call it the "Are you ready yet?" ritual. As the time to leave the house draws near parents begin asking the question, "Are you ready yet?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • James May avatar

    Preparations

    Contributed by James May on Dec 7, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,060 views

    We are making preparations for the coming of Christmas but are we making preparations for the coming of the Lord?

    PREPARATIONS We are entering a time of the year when the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life is ramped up, or kicked up another notch on the “Rat Race Scale”. People who were already stressed for time suddenly must find more time to do things that they don’t normally do. It’s the Holiday ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Preparation

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,526 views

    Jesus rides into the city on the donkey.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: “President Nixon once told about talking to Winston Churchill’s son; he told him how much he admired the prime minister’s great ability at giving “extemporaneous” speeches. Churchill’s son replied, “Oh, yes. I’ve watched my father work for hours preparing those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ministry

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,598 views

    A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the threefold purpose of leading the Church in: Evangelization of the world. Mark 16 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospe

    A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the threefold purpose of leading the Church in: Evangelization of the world. Mark 16 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. 16 He that believeth and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prepare His Way Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 4, 2010
     | 5,498 views

    To Prepare the Way for the arrival of Christ, John the Baptist presented 1) His Ministry (Matthew 3:1-6) and 2) His Message (Matthew 3:7-12) pointing to the coming King.

    Matthew 3:1-12. [3:1] In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, [2]"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." [3] For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah when he said, "The voice of one crying in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Starting Place For Successful Ministry

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 9, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,484 views

    The Apostle Paul who had invested so much in the life of young Timothy, helps him prepare for a new beginning by offering him a starting place for success. I believe this is also a starting place for successful ministers as we prepare others to make it on their own.

    Sermon: A Starting Place for Successful Ministry Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-6 1Ti 2:1 ¶ I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; 2 For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Five Were Wise And Five Were Foolish

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 21, 2007
    based on 84 ratings
     | 18,888 views

    This parable is about foolishness, wisdom and preparation.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A black American Baptist preacher from Richmond was attending a Baptist convention in Mississippi. A Mississippi preacher, reading the Scripture lesson for a morning session, read: “Now the Kingdom of Heaven was likened unto ten Virginians which took their lamps and went forth to meet ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Fivefold Ministry (Ministry Gifts)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
     | 118 views

    In Ephesians 4:11, Paul outlines five key ministry gifts—apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher—that work together to equip the saints, build up the body of Christ, and bring unity and maturity.

    THE FIVEFOLD MINISTRY (Ministry Gifts) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:11 Supporting Texts: Acts 2:42, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Jeremiah 1:5, Amos 3:7, 2 Timothy 4:2, John 21:15-17 INTRODUCTION: God has given the church specific gifts for leadership and spiritual growth. In Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jack Smithwick avatar

    A Passion For God And The Church

    Contributed by Jack Smithwick on Dec 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,304 views

    This sermon demonstrates the value of study and training to be effective in church ministry

    A Passion For God 2 Tim 2:15 There was a man who lived in the Los Angelus area. He was out of work at the moment and he often sit outside watching jets and other airplanes land at the Los Angelus airport. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Preparing Jesus, Preparing For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,388 views

    This chapter provides some real contrasts between real and trumped up worship, real belief and real betrayal. It is all a part of preparing Jesus for the cross and preparing us to receive him.

    John places Jesus at Ephraim, a village north of Jerusalem. Between the end of chapter 11 and here, Jesus travels back to Galilee, heals the ten lepers (Luke 17), talks to Zacchaeus (Luke 19) in Jericho on his way back to Bethany. It’s only six days until the Passover, and Jesus’ crucifixion. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    Preparing For The Second Coming

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Feb 18, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,140 views

    John’s job was to prepare the way for the public ministry of Jesus. His teaching and preaching would set the stage for Jesus’ teaching and preaching. Just as Jesus came the first time He is coming the second time. The world wasn’t ready for Him the 1

    It was predicted in the OT that Jesus, the Messiah would come the first time. Isaiah 7:14 – “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” Isaiah 40:3-5 – “(3) The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal