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  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Showing Partiality Is A Sin

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 3, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,973 views

    Favoring one person over another indicates failure to follow Jesus’ example of how to treat people.

    Text: “But if you show partiality, you commit sin, and are convicted by the law as transgressors” (James 2:9). There is a wonderful old story by John Denver about a man invited to a fancy banquet. He arrived wearing simple clothing and was told to get out and go in the kitchen door for a handout. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Living Compassion

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,480 views

    We are called to live out a life of genuine compassion with others to show the love of Jesus

    Living Compassion Mark 8:1-9 August 11, 2013 Evening Service Introduction A man fell into a pit and couldn’t get himself out. A subjective person came along and said, "I feel for you down there." An objective person walked by and said, "It’s logical that someone would fall down ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Looking Through The Eyes Of Jesus (A Sermon On Luke 7:36-50)

    Contributed by David Smith on Oct 25, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,258 views

    "Do you see this woman", Jesus challenges Simon, for in truth, he’d never seen her! He’d seen the prostitute, the bit of flesh, the easy conquest,

    There’s nothing I enjoy more than watching a good stoush (I‘m talking ‘boxing’ here) except perhaps participating in a good stoush. I know that some of you here share my love of the pugilistic arts. I’m also conscious of the fact though that a goodly number of you people, for reasons that I can’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Table Manners

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011
     | 6,340 views

    Do we look to exhalt ourselves or humble ourselves?

    Luke 14:1 NIV One Sabbath, when Jesus went to eat in the house of a prominent Pharisee, he was being carefully watched. 7 When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable: 8 "When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Cornerstone Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 23, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,179 views

    The cornerstone of Christian worship is The Lord's Supper. But sometimes this foundational part of church is buried by other stuff. What could bury Communion and how can we avoid that danger?

    On Sunday July 4th, 1848 a cornerstone was laid for the Washington Monument. It was made of pure white marble weighing 24,500 pounds and had been dragged through the streets of Washington from the railroad station to the site. It was a dramatic event - attended by a crowd of about 20,000 people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Blind Man"S Cry

    Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 12,303 views

    Blind Bartimaus a picture of a sinner such as I

    A Blind Man’s Cry (Mark 10:46-52) Intro. We see here a picture of a man who was without sight, who heard about Jesus, and cried out for mercy. Too often we hear salvation described in such a light way we get the idea, it’s just turning over a new leaf. Throughout ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Of Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Richard White on Feb 16, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,092 views

    We have not because we ask not. There is power in persistent prayer.

    The Power of Persistent Prayer James 5:13ff Luke 18:1-18 Recently there has been much information in the media about the Islamic faith. You might have learned more about the Muslims in the last year than you did all the rest of your life. I was interested to learn about one of their “Five Pillars ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The New Wine Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012
     | 6,496 views

    Jesus came to bring joy, new life & grace!!

    The Gospel of Mark #6 – “The New Wine of Christ” Mark 2:18-22 Intro – 1. Have you ever known people who are polarizing figures? (you either love or hate them) 2. Examples may be politicians, musicians, actors, sports figures or even whole teams. 3. ILL – Tim ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Stay Alert PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 11, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,236 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparedness and discernment, using the parable of the ten virgins as a call to vigilance and readiness for Christ's return. Key

    Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? To be able to share in the fellowship of believers, to sing praises to our King, and to sit under the teaching of His Word. It's a privilege we should never take lightly. Today we find ourselves in ...read more

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    Perfect Testimonies And Images Of The Father, Son And Holy Spirit For Edification And Focus In The Secret Place Of Communion Series

    Contributed by Ambassador Monday Ogbe on Feb 16, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,318 views

    Hello Friends, I welcome you to today’s Perfect WORDS, perfect WORKS and perfect WONDERS (WWW) series titled, ” *Perfect Testimonies and Images of Father, Son and Holy Spirit

    Hello Friends, I welcome you to today’s Perfect WORDS, perfect WORKS and perfect WONDERS (WWW) series titled, ” *Perfect Testimonies and Images of Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I would like to pose these questions which we will attempt to Provide answers to as we go along and they are these _*1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Come And See

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 16, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,739 views

    An personal evangelism sermon on bringing people to Christ Jesus.

    John 1: 35 – 51 / Come and See Intro: A little preschooler came home from her fist time at Sunday School. Her mom wanted to know how things had done and what the little girl thought about the experience. “How was it?” --- “Oh, it was fine and it was fun. But I think my teacher was Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Importance Of A Parent's Words

    Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Oct 19, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,757 views

    This sermon encourages parents to use words that build up their children instead of tear them down.

    I) DO NOT LET ANY UNWHOLSOME TALK COME OUT OF YOUR MOUTHS, Words that tear down... A) Words of abuse : Parents who would never physically abuse their child may think nothing of verbal abuse. 1) Direct – name calling and put downs. Screaming tantrums, 2) Indirect - Sarcasm, teasing, harsh ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Receptive Are You?

    Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 2, 2000
    based on 170 ratings
     | 6,151 views

    The four types of ground Jesus spoke of in Mt 13:18-23 are likened to four personality types seen in people.

    HOW RECEPTIVE ARE YOU? © 2000 Mark Beaird Text: Matthew 13:18-23 n President Franklin D. Roosevelt got tired of smiling that big smile and saying the usual things at all those White House receptions. So, one evening he decided to find out whether anybody was paying attention to what he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Did Jesus Tell People To Stay Quiet About The Miracles?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 25, 2014
     | 10,925 views

    It's a curious thing: Jesus regularly instructed people to keep quiet about the miracle He'd done for them. This passage provides insight into why Jesus did that.

    A LINGERING QUESTION: Why did Jesus tell people to stay quiet about the miracles? - Matthew 9:31. - This is something that happens repeatedly throughout the gospels: Jesus does a miracle and then instructs the healed not to share what happened. - It’s hard to understand: wouldn’t you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mark 4:35-41 “faith Through The Storms” Series

    Contributed by Benjamin Hill on Feb 23, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 34,698 views

    Verse by verse messages through the Gospel of Mark

    Mark 4:35-41 “FAITH THROUGH THE STORMS” You don’t have to live very long to realize that trials and hardship and storms are inevitable. In this world troubles are going to come… it’s how we respond to those troubled times that matters! Amen? Illustr. An Ohio oil ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational