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    The Prodigal Son PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024
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    This sermon explores the lessons from the parable of the Prodigal Son, focusing on prudent resource use, choosing good companions, and the importance of prompt righteousness. Key

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love to share in the wisdom of God's word. It warms my heart to see each of you here today, ready to receive, ready to grow, and ready to be transformed by the life-changing power of the Gospel. In the ...read more

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    A Prodigal Examination PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
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     | 802 views

    Explores the lessons of love, forgiveness, and grace in the parable of the prodigal son from different perspectives and their application in our lives.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy, a privilege, and a blessing to stand before you today, to share in the word of God, to delve into the richness of His teachings, and to find comfort, wisdom, and guidance in the sacred text we hold so dear. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the ...read more

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    Servanthood

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 8, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 17,552 views

    Jesus is our example in everything. One area in particular He gives us an example – that of servanthood.

    TEXT: Isaiah 42:1 TITLE: SERVANTHOOD (Jesus our Example) Jesus is our example in everything. One area in particular He gives us an example – that of servanthood. The entire story of Jesus is the story of a servant. The suffering servant of Isaiah 53 was a “righteous servant”: “He shall see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Blessed Hope Of Believers

    Contributed by Lyn King on Nov 15, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,336 views

    As Christians we have a blessed hope, that Jesus is coming agian.

    The Blessed Hope of Believers Titus 2:11-14 and many more. How does one become ready for the Lord’s return? It is clear that the Bible indicates that we will not know the time of Jesus’ return. It is also just as clear that we are to be ready for His coming. His returning will be similar to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When No One Is Looking Series

    Contributed by Tom Evans on Apr 1, 2002
    based on 105 ratings
     | 15,654 views

    GOD IS LOOKING FOR MEN AND WOMEN HE CAN TRUST. MEN AND WOMEN WHO PRACTICE WHAT THEY PREACH! MEN AND WOMEN WHOSE CHARACTER CONTINUES WHEN THEY SHUT THE DOOR AND NO ONE ELSE IS AROUND.

    WHEN NO ONE IS LOOKING THERE WAS UNREST IN JUDEA. IT WAS MARCH 13, 4 B.C. TWO POPULAR RELIGIOUS TEACHERS, JUDAS AND MATTHAIS HAD RALLIED THEIR STUDENTS TO REMOVE A GOLDEN EAGLE THAT HAD BEEN PLACED OVER THE ENTRANCE TO THE TEMPLE. TO THEM IT REPRESENTED IDOLATRY, WHICH HAD NO PLACE IN GOD’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Why We Need The Gospel

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 25, 2003
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    Because of the implications of the resurrection of Jesus, we NEED the gospel

    INTRODUCTION • It was so good to be able to celebrate another Resurrection Sunday last week with so many people. • Last week we looked at the foundation of the gospel message, that foundation is the resurrection of Jesus. • Today as we continue in 1 Corinthians 15, I want us to consider why we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Two Minute Warning

    Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 30, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 18,545 views

    More than ever we need to pay attention to: Our walk with God, Our prayer life, Our heart, Our attitude, and The way we think. Why? Because it’s two minute warning time. Jesus is coming soon.

    The two minute warning is something that takes place at the end of certain sporting events. Its an alarm or buzzer that goes off, or a pause in the game to let the participants know that there is only two minutes left in this game. It tells the opponents one of two things: 1. I’ve either got to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Consequences Of Not Developing A Christian Character

    Contributed by David Rogers on Jan 8, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,751 views

    This sermon deals with the consequences of not developing a Christian Character.

    Consequences of not having a Godly character 1Thessalonians 5:1-11 Bro. David Rogers Last week we examined the true character of a Christian. This week as I prepared my sermon I thought about the many times I have not exhibit these characteristics. I look at other people who claim to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Repentance Peace Series

    Contributed by Michael Trigg on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,731 views

    ‘What will you do with the grace of God?’ He has offered you salvation, free and complete in every way.

    Ide Congregational Church REPENTANCE PEACE ZECHARIAH 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION. The start of a series of studies going through the prophecy of Zechariah. Not an easy prophecy to follow through. Jerome wrote “… that most obscure book of the prophet Zechariah, and of the Twelve the longest …” Despite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holding Onto The Next Generation

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,766 views

    A sermon about the trend away from church by 20 somethings and 30 somethings and what the church can do about it.

    The Ninth Sunday of Pentecost August 2, 2009 Psalm 78:1-8 In the great words of Colonel Hannibal Smith, “I love it when a plan comes together.” Note: Smith, played by George Peppard, was the leader of the A-Team for five seasons on television. Item #1: During his visit in June, our parish ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Wake Up, O Sleeper!

    Contributed by David Hughes on Jul 26, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 15,305 views

    As we look at the events in the Garden of Gethsemane on the eve of Christ’s crucifixion, I ask "Is the twenty-first century Church asleep?" A sermon to stir the church to pray.

    ’WAKE UP, O SLEEPER!’ INTRO: I want to begin this morning with a quote: "At a certain meeting of ministers and church officers, one after another doubted the value of prayer meetings; all confessed that they had a very small attendance, and several acknowledged without the slightest compunction ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Heads Up!"

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 2, 2012
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     | 7,903 views

    "Heads Up!" 1) Advent warning 2) Advent rejoicing

    “Heads up!” (Toss nerf ball to someone in the congregation.) It’s a good thing NAME took my warning seriously otherwise the ball would have bounced off his bean. Balls flying into crowds are not uncommon at baseball games. At the stadium I frequented as a boy in Japan, the ushers ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Vital Signs

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,069 views

    As we look at qualities in the Thessalonian church and in the lives of Paul and his companions, we can see what it looks like when people are spiritually alive. I’d like to look at chapter 1 in this light. We can identify several vital signs that should b

    Vital Signs 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Intro: (Play Clip: Stethoscope Man: Christ Lives in You) This book of 1 Thessalonians is thought to be one of Paul’s first letters written to a young church he and his ministry partners had started earlier. He is writing to encourage the believers there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming Obstacles

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 22, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,839 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have enemies? Are you facing obstacles? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To acknowledge GOD in everything therefore winning any obstacles or hindrances over to GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 7:3 (New Livi

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have enemies? Are you facing obstacles? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To acknowledge GOD in everything therefore winning any obstacles or hindrances over to GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 7:3 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then Samuel said to all ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Eastern Gate Series

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,631 views

    The sealing of The Eastern Gate is proof that the Bible is the Word of God and that we are living in the end times.

    “The Eastern Gate Message 11” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Ezekiel 43:1-5; Nehemiah 3:1-31 Monte T. Brown September 28, 2014 Sunday Morning Stapp Zoe Baptist Prelude As we approach the last two gates of “The Spiritual Application of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist