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  • Wayne Burnett avatar

    The Prodigal's Father

    Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 13, 2001
    based on 779 ratings
     | 69,018 views

    The prodigal son’s father illustrates the qualities fathers need to display toward their children and also reveals the nature of our Heavenly Father.

    THE PRODIGAL’S FATHER LUKE 15:11-24 I. THE PROVIDER OF THE FAMILY A. The father was the Master of the house -he stood answerable to God for the well being of his family -as dads, we need to realize we are the provider of our family and stand accountable to God B. A working man who provided ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Holy Spirit And The Bible

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Dec 9, 2001
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,539 views

    The Gospel of John, with its long intricate discourses, written by a very old man many years later, is an illustration of the Inspiration and Illumination of Scripture.

    A man whose hobby was collecting old books was talking to a friend, who mentioned he’d just thrown out an old, tattered Bible while cleaning out the attic. “Who printed it, do you know?” the book lover asked. “Oh, someone named Guten- something,” he replied. “Gutenberg?!” the collector gasped. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Washed Clean

    Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jul 11, 2001
    based on 424 ratings
     | 10,840 views

    Children’s Assemby / Sermon using a really clever piece of magic/basic science to illustrate the dirtiness of sin and the washing clean of Christ

    Washed Clean based on an idea by Daniel Henderson Tools: 2 Clear Glass Bowls 1 small bottle of Iodine 1 bottle of Film Fixer 1 Purificator or Handkerchief Preparation: Fill the two bowls with approximately 1 litre of water, in one bowl have approximately 150-200mls of fixer in the bottom [adding ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Where Man Rules, God Will Overule Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,763 views

    The Bible often teaches and illustrates the doctrine of God’s providence; His providence should be a source of great comfort and instruction for every believer.

    “What rotten luck I’ve been having lately!” “I’m having a bad day!” “Oh, well, whatever will be will be, and there’s nothing that we can do about it!” You’ve probably heard people say all of these statements. Perhaps you’ve even said or thought something similar yourself at times. But all of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Narnia - A Dangerous Hero! Series

    Contributed by Ron Hammer on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,998 views

    When we look at the Chronicles of Narnia, we see in Aslan a picture of Christ. This sermon examines five characteristics of Christ that are illustrated in Aslan.

    A Dangerous Hero! Aslan is on the move! Of all the beasts in the animal kingdom, none has captured as grand a place in most people’s imagination as the lion. Even the scriptures use lions to portray very powerful images: STRONG - "…What is stronger than a lion?" – Judges 14:18 NIV COURAGEOUS - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Ultimate Choice Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Aug 8, 2005
    based on 12 ratings
     | 5,470 views

    God’s test of Abraham illustrates the ultimate choice that everyone must make. Will we allow anything to stand between us and God?

    The Ultimate Choice Genesis 22:1-14 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Some choices are hard to make. But sometimes hard choices have to be made. The 1989 movie Indian Jones and the Last Crusade has a classic scene near the end. The Last Crusade is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Give Yourself A Break

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,201 views

    With statistics concerning sociological changes in America this sermon discusses the stress Christians are experiencing. Movie clip from "Cheaper by the Dozen" provides an illustration.

    Give Yourself a Break Eccl. 4:6-12[1] 6-20-04 Intro I want to begin this morning with a clip from the movie, Cheaper by the Dozen.[2] In this movie Coach Tom (played by Steve Martin) and his wife Kate (Bonnie Hart) have twelve kids. They are doing fine until opportunity knocks—an opportunity ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Richard Tow avatar

    The Good News I Didn't Want To Hear Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,078 views

    What is Paul saying about troubles in a Christian’s life? Expository sermon. Clip from movie "Men of Honor" illustrates endurance.

    The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13[1] 10-24-04 Intro I have entitled the message this morning: The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear. I think we all agree that the gospel is good news. It’s good news that I am forgiven of my sin—that I have been born into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Seeing Is Believing

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Mar 3, 2003
    based on 42 ratings
     | 12,619 views

    In John chapter nine, Jesus gives a visible illustration of what He meant when He said, "I am the Light of the World."

    Seeing Is Believing Text: John 9: 24-38 Intro: “Seeing is believing” are words all of us have heard numerous times. They are usually spoken concerning something that seems too fantastic to accept, unless one personally witnesses it. In this sense, these words are an affirmation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Lunacy? Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,237 views

    This sermons illustrates the forms that division takes in the church as well as the absolute necessity to end it! Then the sermon outlines attitudes that can defeat division.

    Lunacy? 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 January 12, 2003 INTRO: A. [Lunatics Never Unite, Citation: Haddon Robinson, "The Wisdom of Small Creatures," Preaching Today, Tape No. 93.] A man went to an asylum for the criminally insane. He was a bit surprised to find that there were three guards to take care ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Redeemed By The King

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jul 16, 2002
    based on 130 ratings
     | 8,432 views

    This uses the story of David and Mephibosheth to illustrate how Christ has redeemed us. Mephibosheth was Remembered by the king, Rescued by the King and Restored by the king.

    I. Introduction a. At the end of 1 Samuel, Saul and Jonathan were killed by the Philistines. i. In the first few chapters of 2 Samuel David becomes king over Judah first, then Israel. b. 2 Samuel 4:4 talks about Mephibosheth. i. Mephibosheth had the inheritance of the kingdom, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Parnell avatar

    The Curse Of Hidden Sins

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002
    based on 117 ratings
     | 23,931 views

    Many are under the misconception that they can get away with trying to hide their sin from God. The story of Achan illustrates the fallacy of that kind of thinking.

    THE CURSE OF HIDDEN SINS Prov. 28:13 INTRO. You will never get by with covered-up sin. Sin that is unconfessed, sin that is unlamented, sin with an alibi, sin that is excused, sin with no self-judgement, is certain to bring the wrath of a holy and righteous and angry God! It would be smart for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Loose Lips Sink Ships

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2003
    based on 168 ratings
     | 22,235 views

    The tongue is a powerful instrument for good or for evil. James illustrates the signigicance of our words. This sermon provides reminders for how to nurture a wholesome tongue.

    Loose Ships Sink Ships James 3:1-12 Intro During WWI, enemy spies used to hang around the British pubs to hear loose talk about ship movements. Sailors would talk about their next assignments, where they were going, when they were leaving—vital information for the German submarines. Just a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Wash Ye One Another Series

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 21, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,803 views

    Part 3 of "Heavenly Cleansing" series. Jesus gave us a beautiful illustration of how each of us is to humbly minister to each other.

    WASH YE ONE ANOTHER John 13:2-17 INTRO. Luke 22 tells us of a conversation that took place at the table just moments before this event took place (Lk. 22:24-27). Jesus is preparing to go to Calvary and He knows that soon after that He will be going back to the Father. The problem is that His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Smith avatar

    A Christian's Influence Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,232 views

    Jesus, using Salt and Light as an illustration, taught his disciples that we must be a different influence to others. Not as the world has seen, but a difference!

    INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION: A Peanuts cartoon showed Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown in which she said, “Guess what, Chuck? The first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck.” Charlie Brown responds, “My fault? How could it be my fault? Why do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist