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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Successfully Used Metaphors

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 11 ratings
     | 28,115 views

    Metaphor - A figure of speech used to describe, illustrate or apply something to a lesson that it does not usually denote.

    Metaphor - A figure of speech used to describe, illustrate or apply something to a lesson that it does not usually denote. Jesus masterfully communicated truth in a creative way so that His listens would understand and remember His teaching. For example, Jesus used many objects as analogies to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Faith Seems To Fail

    Contributed by Jody Brock on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,235 views

    This sermon illustrates how to remain strong in the faith when our faith seems to fail us.

    Hebrews 11: 32-40 When Faith Seems to Fail Let me share some phrases with you. 1. According to your faith, be it unto you. 2. Ask and it will be given unto you. 3. Seek and ye shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Tim Barrett avatar

    Jesus Cares 1 Of 2 Series

    Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 5, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,377 views

    an encouraging sermon Illustrating the fact that Jesus has compassion on all of us regardless of our past.

    Text : Matthew 8:1-17 Introduction : - have you ever been in a situation where you felt like you were worthless ? - story of getting picked in sport - being picked on in school All of us at some stage have felt like we are not good enough, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    It's A Wonderful Life

    Contributed by Greg Baskerville on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 237 ratings
     | 37,719 views

    This was my first funeral service. It is an illustration of how one person can affect many lives.

    It’s A Wonderful Life” In 1946, Frank Capra made a low-budget movie called “It’s A Wonderful Life”. This movie told the story of a man who spent his life in a small town, never really realizing his dream. His dream was to travel the world and get away from the small town. His dreams were always put ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    A Dynamite Letter Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jan 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,444 views

    An expository,allitterated outline of section 1 (1 of 13) of Romans, with pertinent interpretation, application and illustration

    Bible Studies for Home or Church- Romans Copyright 2002 by Bob Marcaurelle The Book of Romans in 13 Weeks Lesson 1 1:1-17 I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Repentance

    Contributed by Billy Kryger on Jul 24, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 13,752 views

    The message of repentance is missing from preaching today! This message uses the story of Jonah to illustrate repentance.

    INTRODUCTION: · “Repentance” = “To change one’s ways because of contrition” · The Bible is a Book of repentance: o Used 46 times in the Old Testament o Used 65 times in the New Testament · There are three types of repentance in the Bible. All are in the text: o Repentance of saints—verse 3 o ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A King's Feast

    Contributed by Greg Yount on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,013 views

    An exposition on the feast of King Belshazzar - as an illustration comparing the world’s ways to God’s Ways.

    The King’s Feast Daniel 5:1-6; 26-31 Introduction: St. Patrick’s Day was yesterday. The TV was loaded with broadcasts about the festivities in Savannah. There were parties, feasts, and more people than you can imagine. The crowds were thick. Interviews were jolly, but one quote was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,366 views

    A sermon for pastors and church leaders. It is a message on leadership illustrated from the interactions between Samuel and Saul.

    I Samuel 14:47: After Saul had assumed rule over Israel, he fought against their enemies on every side: Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment on them. Saul was a fighting King. He was a great general. He dealt all kinds ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Journey To The Double Portion Of God.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2002
    based on 167 ratings
     | 26,161 views

    We walk with Elijah and Elisha from Gilgal, Bethel, Jericho, and the Jordan and illustrate a journey of growth.

    Trail to the Double Portion By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: 1 Kings 19:19 ... and Elijah passed by him and cast his mantle upon Elisha. This mantle of of God will not be a one time experience but a process and a journey of many years. I ponder today a poor attitude: JUST ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    Leaders Make A Difference Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Feb 16, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 17,915 views

    The first in the Lessons in Leadership series this message illustrates the perserverance needed in every leader’s life.

    Lessons in Leadership Part One: “Leaders Make a Difference” Professor: Noah, the son of Lamech ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) Text: Hebrews 11:7 (NIV) “By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    It's Not Yo Cheese!

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 24, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,118 views

    Stewardship - special offering, Using the Cheese dip in the Mexican restaurant as a illustration of who provided the cheese.

    Today our scriptures come from Paul’s 2nd letter to the Corinthians. Paul sounds a little like some people I know. You know the type, the ones that volunteer other people for things. I have been blessed to be the one that had his time, effort and occasionally money offered generously to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • James Byers avatar

    Narnia: Always Winter Never Christmas

    Contributed by James Byers on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,592 views

    First Sunday of Advent using Narnia Illustration connectin winter to darkness in Isaiah 9 prophecy

    Read (Isaiah 9:1-7, John 1:1-10) Winter is about to be here again. This season is the least favorite of most if not all people. It’s colder, days are shorter, more darkness, less activity. The trees and plants show little sign of life. The skies are usually more gray. The brisk air and the cold ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    The Romans Road

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 20, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 8,284 views

    We need to know how to lead others to Christ. Using the Bridge illustration is a great way.

    First Baptist Church May 5, 2002 The Romans Road Romans 3:23, 6:23, 10:9, 13 For the past two weeks we’ve been talking about evangelism, To think of your self as an evangelist can be pretty scary, but evangelism is simply, you and I ‘proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ.’ That’s the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Running The Race

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 21, 2002
    based on 164 ratings
     | 35,100 views

    A sermon on running the race of life, using the Tour De France and the life of Lance Armstrong as illustrations.

    Today’s message is entitled "Running The Race." This morning, we’re going to see from the Scriptures that all of life is a race to be run. Now, I realize that you may not feel much like running, at eleven o’clock on a Sunday morning in July. In fact, you may not ever feel much like running. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Matherlee avatar

    Shackles And Chains

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,974 views

    We are prisoners in one of two ways and we can illustrate by looking at the lives of Samson and Joseph

    What’s it like to be a prisoner? Galatians 3:22, “But the Scripture declares that the whole world is a prisoner of sin, so that what was promised, being given through faith in Jesus Christ, might be given to those who believe.” Stats Despite its Christian heritage, the United States leads every ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan