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  • Wayne Searls avatar

    Immanuel: God With Us

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Dec 7, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 21,628 views

    A Christmas sermon illustrating the reality of God’s presence in our world and in our lives.

    IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US Matthew 1:18-23; Text: v.23 SCRIPTURE: 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Spirit. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    0101 Christmas I: God's Problem Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 17, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,719 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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    Progressing In Salvation Series

    Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Oct 7, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,612 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

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Easter Means .....

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 5, 2006
    based on 59 ratings
     | 31,044 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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    Digging In The Couch

    Contributed by Christopher Crane on Jun 18, 2004
    based on 206 ratings
     | 35,425 views

    An Illustrated Sermon to help people focus on the reality of getting back to our "First Love."

    DIGGING IN THE COUCH Revelation 2:1-7 ***For the presentation of this message, I set up my platform like a Living Room – complete with sofa, easy chairs, end and coffee tables, table lamps, nick-nacks, etc. I came in initially, as though ready to leave for church, and but unable to find my keys. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Healing - Check It Out Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 15, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,172 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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    Living On Purpose Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,354 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

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    The Unspeakable Gift

    Contributed by David Smith on Nov 20, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,952 views

    An illustrated Christmas message about the gifts of God that were given to us from the Cross.

    The Unspeakable Gift TEXT: II Corinthians 9:15 Every since that day in Eden’s garden that Adams sin created a gulf between man. A chasm that many generations to follow would attempt to bridge. For many generation the only way that man could approach their Holy God, was through the animal ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Lesson In Humility Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 11, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 18,728 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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    Be A Survivor

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,655 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

  • John Williams III avatar

    Our Name And Identity

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,128 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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    Good News For Lost People

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 11, 2008
     | 4,260 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

  • Tim Huie avatar

    A Picture Of Grace! Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 22, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,350 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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    Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 16, 2013
     | 13,797 views

    I used a jigsaw puzzle to illustrate how spiritual gifts operate in the body of Christ.

    Most of you know that Mary and I really enjoy putting together jigsaw puzzles. It’s a fun activity that we can do together and we can actually talk with each other while we’re working on the puzzle. And if any of you are interested, we’ve even brought a bunch of our old puzzles to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Ultimate Family Reunion Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 6, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 55,583 views

    Joseph's reunion with his family is a good illustration of the reunion we will someday have in heaven.

    Introduction: A. How many of you have regular family reunions? 1. They can be interesting times, right? All the relatives in one place - telling the family stories and the family secrets. 2. Here are a few family reunion pictures I thought you might enjoy. 3. Picture: Transporting everyone to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ