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  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    The Art Of Sowing

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 11, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,321 views

    The various soil types mentioned in the parable of Jesus relate to a person’s receptivity to the Word of God.

    Matthew 3: 1 – 12 / It’s Just Beginning Intro: In Directions, James Hamilton writes: Before refrigerators, people used icehouses that had thick walls, no windows, and a tightly fitted door to preserve their food. In winter, when streams and lakes were frozen, large blocks of ice were cut, hauled ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Chain Reaction Of Blessings Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,601 views

    A CHAIN REACTION OF BLESSING FROM REJECTION TO RECEPTION IS IT OUR LIFE MINISTRY TO AROUSE OTHERS TO CHRIST?

    ROMANS 11:11 – 24. CHAIN REACTION OF BLESSING. RECAP. 11: 1 -10 PAUL HAS SHOWN US THE TRAGIC CONDITION OF ISRAEL WITH HER UNIQUE PRIVILEGES 9:1-4 YET DISTANT FROM GOD (UNBELIEF). PAUL HAS SHOWN THAT GOD WAS NEITHER UNFAITHFUL TO HIS PROMISES 9:6 OR UNJUST TOWARDS THEM WHEN IT CAME TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Root Of The Problem Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Aug 2, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,225 views

    Why Jesus spoke in parables, and a look at the Parable of the Sower

    THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM Series: Pursuing Meaning Most of us remember Aesop’s Fables... --The wolf in sheep’s clothing teaches us that appearances can be deceiving. -The town mouse and country mouse teach us that it’s better to eat beans and bacon in safety than cakes and ale in fear. -The goose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    God Still Loves The Jews

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,673 views

    We better look close at what the scripture says about the Jewish nation.

    GOD STILL Loves THE JEWS Romans 11:1---24 They play a vital part in God’s future plans. For many years there have been many try destroy the Jewish race. God has his hand on them that why it has not been done and never will. (1) A review of the Jews in the scripture. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church That Made An Impact: Why The Thessalonian Church Made An Impact Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 6, 2017
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     | 23,194 views

    A discussion based exploration and exposition of 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

    The Church that Made an Impact: WHY the Thessalonian Church Made an Impact Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh Nov-Dec, 2016 NOTE: This is the fourth lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-9

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 2, 2021
     | 947 views

    9 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

    MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-IX —1John 3:19-24(3:10--4:21) Attention: We were at St. Andrew’s State Park/The park is the far-end of a peninsular barrier on Florida’s Gulf Coast just across St. Andrew’s Bay from Panama City/Our family was walking on the beach barefooted on summer a good while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Art Of Really Listening Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 8, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 7,697 views

    The reception of Peter’s sermon to the household of Cornelius is an illustration of how we should be involved in listening to the sermon.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 21 The Art of Really Listening Acts 10:24-48 You will remember that in our last study of the Book of Acts we left Peter as he had arrived at the house of Cornelius. At Caesarea they met ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encourage Me

    Contributed by Armando Massi on Feb 2, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,272 views

    I hope you will be patient and receptive as I describe to you my greatest need. “To be encouraged.”

    ENCOURAGE ME Hebrews 10:19-25 One night, during Bible study, Bill Sayre interjected that people have needs and that when we, as a congregation meet those needs, it causes lasting relations to form, especially during times of grieving. Later in jest, he added, "Even ministers have needs." At ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wedding Notes

    Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,167 views

    A couple was married at the Court by a Judge. The couple had a reception later that day and asked for a religous short sermon.

    INTRODUCTION: Marriage is a journey toward an unknown destination -- the discovery that people must share not only what they don’t know about each other, but what they don’t know about themselves. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we know that you are never an unwanted guest, that you do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sixth Sunday Of Easter/Mother’s Day--“I Have Called You Friends” John 15:15

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 7, 2021
     | 2,015 views

    By choosing active receptivity to the divine Friend, we think and feel the same way about reality and the world.

    Contemporary friendship theorists suggest that within close friendships each party is receptive to being directed by the other. This includes friendship with Mom. E.g. According to the Knoxville News-Sentinel, Police Chief Phil Keith was in the middle of a televised city council meeting in ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Recieving Empowerment For Witnessing Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,952 views

    Spring Life is the annual emphasis on Evangelism and discipleship in the Wesleyan Church. This message deals with being receptive to the Holy Spirit

    Receiving Empowerment for Witnessing Acts 1:8 Spring Life Series 2008 March 2, 2008 Morning Service Spring Life is the annual emphasis on Evangelism and discipleship in the Wesleyan Church. This message was adapted from some of the materials provided from the Wesleyan World ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    I Want The Church To Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,068 views

    I want the church to grow because Jesus Does but do I want people who are not immedieatly receptive to the Gospel?

    I recieved this idea from my mentor Jerrie Barber. I Want the Church to Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Luke 9:51-56 Introduction: Review I want the church to grow because it was in God’s plan, Jesus taught that it would, Jesus commanded sowing which produces growth, and growth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,466 views

    Jesus uses great story telling to get us to think about how receptive we are to his message of the Kingdom.

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Text: Matt. 13:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Robin Meyers, in his book Morning Sun on a White Piano, quotes theologian Ernest Campbell who summarizes the ministry of Jesus with these words: “His ministry was one of constant and unbridled ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Adam Reichart avatar

    We Ask, "Just Who Is My Neighbor?” Jesus Answers, "Be A Neighbor.”

    Contributed by Adam Reichart on Oct 5, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,569 views

    This sermon highlights the duty and responsibility of compassion which follows upon the reception of God’s free gift of grace and salvation.

    Today’s Gospel lesson is a very familiar story. It is the parable of the Good Samaritan. It takes place within the context of Jesus teaching the crowds that gathered to hear His words. At one such time an expert in the law questions Jesus regarding a fairly simple and plain teaching from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Bring Back Stability Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 7, 2011
     | 2,917 views

    I. A Conscious Need. II. A Great Discovery. III. A Comforting Message IV. A Willing Reception V. An Immediate Result

    - Steadicam on a Sagway - No matter what the action the camera is always steady I. A Conscious Need. Their condition was most painful. v. 17 - "It was now dark”, v.17 - Alone v. 18 – Storm “A great wind that blew” Darkness, Desertion, Danger. - With Jesus darkness will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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