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  • J Jeffrey Smead avatar

    A Gracious Master / The Meaning Behind The Parable Of The Unjust Manager

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Sep 22, 2013
    based on 53 ratings
     | 37,224 views

    This parable is deeply embedded in Middle Eastern tradition and culture, and it is to that culture that interpreters should turn.

    By the fourth century the parable of the unjust manager ..... which we read today ...... and the parable of the prodigal son were separated by ..... a chapter division. If the monks who established those divisions ...... had kept the two parables in the same chapter, ....... The entire history of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Why Do We Eat And Drink His Blood? Does It Really Empower Us?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 28, 2016
     | 6,785 views

    Take eat and drink of my body. That is a command our Lord Jesus made. There is no getting away from it, but should we do this. Why is it relevant, and where does the power emanate? Do we need to know? Can we wriggle out of it, with consequences?

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s, Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 16th August 2012; St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: 1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14 Ephesians 5:15-20 John 6:51-58 Prayer: "In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Revelation Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 18, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,597 views

    To establish that one work of the Holy Spirit was to make known through revelation, the “mystery of Christ to the world.” This mystery was given to the holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. Revelation of Christ Remarks. 1. We will consider the Holy Spirit’s work in the revelation of the Mystery of Christ. Jesus promises in our text of discussion, that the Holy Spirit: “would guide the apostles into all truth,” John 16:13. 2. Paul would speak of this revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Destined

    Contributed by Michael Walther on Jun 6, 2011
     | 5,149 views

    The doctrine of predestination and the comfort that it gives to believers

    Destined "…You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given Him.” John 17.2 Introduction: Destiny is an awesome thing. Some years ago a platoon of Marine trainees was double-timing out to the rifle range at Camp ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Carrying Burdens

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Jun 25, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,198 views

    Authentic church community helps us when our problems become too heavy to carry on our own.

    Series: Connect the Dots
Text: Galatians 6:1-5
Topic: Carrying Burdens
 Last week we began a series titled “Connect the Dots”, where we are discovering the beauty of authentic community. Today, I want to talk specifically about how authentic church community helps us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Choose A Pastor Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 3, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,974 views

    A look at two of the sections in 1 Timothy that deal with the pastoral role.

    - First, let me say up front that this is not going to be an exciting sermon. I say that because the subject is one that is not particularly pressing. It is important, but most prefer sermons that focus on your personal walk with the Lord. This message deals with a corporate concern. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Circle Of Life : A New Year Message Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 2, 2019
     | 8,092 views

    Do you feel like you are caught up in the endless Circle of Life? Can we find the "right place" in the Circle of Life? How can we get the best out of our Circle of Life?

    Circle of Life : A New Year Message Another year is coming to an end, another new year is about to begin. And this is not a unique phenomenon. It happens every 12 months, every 52 weeks, every 365 days. This is a cyclical event that happens with regularity. That regularity is what prompted me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Shiphrah And Puah Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 22, 2012
     | 15,253 views

    We are going to explore about two women whom most of you would not have heard: Shiphrah and Puah!

    Shiphrah and Puah! Exodus 1:17”But the midwives feared God, and did not do as the king of Egypt commanded them, but saved the male children alive.” Hey guys, I have set out to write this message which I just preached in the church this morning! I wish the same anointing pours down on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Derrick Strickland avatar

    God's Fitting Room

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,140 views

    Beware of what other's try to put on you. God's has a calling and anointing that will fit you perfectly.

    INTRO: 1. When I think about this event in the life of David, I don’t envision David standing before Goliath with a sling in his hand… I rather envision David in Saul’s dressing room buried under the massive armor of King Saul. a. How awkward it must have been, being ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Our Worship Prompts His Willingness. Pt 2

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 28, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,152 views

    The Old Testament uses three primary terms that are translated worship: The first term, avad. It's usually translated to serve. It signifies a lifestyle of commitment and allegiance. The second term, yireh. It is to fear...

    Our Worship Prompts His Willingness. Pt 2 Matthew 8:1-3NKJV Before the text this evening, Jesus had just finished the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 5-7chapters. Finally as Jesus completed His ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ready Or Not

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 5, 2023
     | 2,260 views

    To be ready for Jesus, to be ready for God, we have to be in the habit of turning Godward at every crossroads.

    Procrastination. Putting things off. It’s a fault that most of us have had to wrestle with, one time or another. And you know what causes it? Do you know why people procrastinate? I’ve decided that we procrastinate when we don’t want to do what we know we ought to do. And so we wait for something ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    David Cuts The Corner Of Saul's Garment In The Cave Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 19, 2023
     | 2,429 views

    David didn’t kill Saul, but he’s even upset that he cut off a corner of his robe. How could he do this to the one God has placed as king? This is a man with a very strong conscience.

    Have you ever had something really bad happen, and you wonder to yourself? How could God let this happen? Why is this happening? Or maybe you think, I can’t handle this. You feel overwhelmed. What do we do when we feel overwhelmed? We get through it. We let ourselves feel it. And we get through ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Beat Of Our Heart

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Aug 3, 2023
     | 3,353 views

    Our heart matters to God. And our heart will either lead us towards God, or away from God. When you listen to your heart now, and every heartbeat is translated into words, what words would you hear?

    A heart beats about 115,000 times each day. A heart pumps about 2,000 gallons of blood every day. A woman’s heart beats slightly faster than a man’s heart. Most heart attacks happen on a Monday. A heart is a symbol of love, life, or anything that is at the center of utmost ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Law Of Love Displayed In The Practice Of Paul Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 19, 2023
     | 1,831 views

    Being free in Christ, we are still constrained by love.

    The Law of Love Displayed in the Practice of Paul Text: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18 Well let me begin by saying that I was really hesitant to preach on this passage today… I was hesitant not because it’s controversial in any way or something that will step on toes… it’s really not that kind of passage. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Breakin Through Your Glass Ceiling

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 11, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,232 views

    When you here the term "Glass Ceilings" it is refering to, an invisible barrier that prevents anything or anyone from attaining success or reaching their goals or visions.

    Breaking Through Your Glass Ceiling Pastor Tim Porter Text: 2 Samuel 5:1-4 INTRODUCTION: When you here the term "Glass Ceilings" it is refering to, an invisible barrier that prevents anything or anyone from attaining success or reaching their goals or visions. The Federal ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational