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  • Owen Bourgaize avatar

    The Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 53 ratings
     | 14,913 views

    A personal account of a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace illustrating Jesus’ parable of the Wedding Garment.

    My message is a reflection on the combination of a parable (Matt 22:1-14) and a rather special visit to Buckingham Palace which I trust will act as an illustration. When I partially retired I was asked to take on the task of the honorary treasurer of Welfare Service Charity. I found it quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unthinkable Purchase

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,342 views

    This sermon uses the purshase that Hosea made to illustrate the purchase God made through Christ.

    I. Introduction a. Role of a Prophet i. To be a prophet, one must be a spokesperson for God. ii. The term “The word of the Lord came to” so and so. iii. Prophets came from all walks of life. iv. Many of the early prophets only spoke to individuals, while in the later Hebrew history, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Need Real Daddy's, Not Just Fathers!

    Contributed by Chad Martens on Oct 25, 2001
    based on 149 ratings
     | 17,683 views

    Father’s Day sermon that illustrated the difference between being a Father, and being a "daddy"

    “We Need Real Daddy’s, Not Just Fathers!!” Today is the day in America and many other places around the world where men are honored for their accomplishments as fathers. For nearly 100 years now on the 3rd Sunday of June, we have observed this nearly sacred holiday. But today, I want us to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Healing - Check It Out Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 15, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,261 views

    Part 2 of an article on divine healing. Two simple illustrations are presented to aid the analysis.

    ILLUSTRATION #1 Phew, it was hot. Recently we were sitting on a train and over the PA system the announcement was made that cars outside were overheating in the high ambient temperature. The train was moving slowly, then stopping for several minutes then moving forward slowly... At this time I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Lesson In Humility Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 11, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 18,903 views

    This passage is a graphic illustration of the biblical truth that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.

    Scripture We learn different lessons throughout our lives. Some lessons are easy to learn. Other lessons are difficult to learn. One of the most difficult lessons to learn is a lesson in humility. A long time ago king Nebuchadnezzar learned a lesson in humility. Be aware that the first three ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    0101 Christmas I: God's Problem Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 17, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,794 views

    How Joesph�s problem with Mary is illustrative w/God�s problem with mankind.

    Sermon: God�s Problem Text: Matt 1:18-25 Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, December 26, 2004 Occasion: Christmas I Who: Mark Woolsey I . Intro "Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privately." (Mat ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Easter Means .....

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 5, 2006
    based on 59 ratings
     | 31,164 views

    This sermons breaks down the meaning of Easter, using Palm Sunday and Passion Sunday illustrations.

    Jesus was going on up to Jerusalem. As he approached Bethpage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, He sent two of His disciples into the next village and told them they would find a donkey and they were to bring that donkey back to Him so He could ride it into Jerusalem. They found the donkey ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Good News For Lost People

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 11, 2008
     | 4,319 views

    Good news about Jesus Mission to rescue lost people illustrated by the story of Zacchaeus

    Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus Basingstoke 9th March 2008 GOOD NEWS FOR LOST PEOPLE We often hear of exciting rescue missions about emergency services It can be gripping TV drama as the story is retold – we experience the suspense and feel the relief as the victims are later interviewed expressing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Name And Identity

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,252 views

    This passage in Proverbs 22 illustrates our potential for our names, positions, judgments and behaviors.

    OUR NAME AND IDENTITY Text: Proverbs 22: 1 – 2, 8 – 9 & 22 – 23 Someone once said “True wealth is not found in gold, silver or other tangible forms of treasure. It is found in the possession of a reputation for honor, integrity, and justice”. (Walter Bruggemann, Charles B. Cousar, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Real Security Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,415 views

    Obadiah’s "Day of the Lord" prophecy illustrates that true security is found in Jesus alone.

    I hope that all of you enjoyed the last three weeks as much as I did. The prophetic implications of the three fall Jewish Feasts really fit in well with our study of the Old Testament prophets as we prepare for our study of the Book of Revelation. This morning we’ll return to our journey through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Picture Of Grace! Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 22, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,448 views

    This section from the life of David perfectly illustrates God’s grace toward us.

    1. Illus. of horse thief • Back in days of old west, a man was accused of stealing a horse. • His lawyer said to him, “Don’t worry, I’ll see that you get justice in that courtroom. • With a guilty look on his face the man replied, “Mister, I don’t want justice, I want mercy!” 2. Isn’t that what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living On Purpose Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,459 views

    The Ashley Smith story illustrates the power of a purpose driven life. It can be ours too.

    Living with Purpose Romans 8:28; 29-39 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Ashley Smith never suspected that she would ever have to spend a night like that! Not in her worst nightmare! How do you prepare for being assaulted by an escaped ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Russell Rhodes avatar

    Progressing In Salvation Series

    Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Oct 7, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,692 views

    The man healled at Bethsaida is a illustration of how salvation progressis and three are other lessons as well

    Progressing in Salvation The Miracle of the Blind man in Bethsaida Mark 8:13-30 (8:22-26) Miracles #24 I. The Context of the Miracle. A. The lack of understanding of who Jesus is. 8:13-21 B. The Miracle. 8:22-26 C. The complete understanding of who Jesus is. 8:27-30 II. The Miracle. A. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Be A Survivor

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,798 views

    This message illustrate how we can survive any situation that comes our way.

    Text: “So He destroyed all living things which were on the face of the ground: both man and cattle, creeping thing and bird of the air. They were destroyed from the earth. Only Noah and those who were with him in the ark remained alive” (Genesis 7:23). We often hear the word “survivor” used. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A Hole Made Whole

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,143 views

    This sermon uses a powerful visual illustration to drive home the truth of the importance of being thankful.

    A Hole… Made Whole Luke 17:11-17 This morning you will have to put on your thinking hat because this is a real Rick sermon… a little outside the box. We will look at two passages of scripture that are unlinked… except perhaps in my mind. Luke 17:11-17 and Romans 1:21 ((Display ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist