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  • John Williams III avatar

    Avoiding The Ditch

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 2, 2021
     | 2,163 views

    We usually tend to think of stories having a good guy and a bad guy. The good guy is always the hero and the bad guy is always the villain. This story adds a third dimension that makes us uncomfortable which is the indifferent category. This sermon is about avoiding the pain of others.

    AVOIDING THE DITCH (July 25, 2012) Text: Luke 10:30 -35 Luke 10:30-35  Jesus replied, "A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell into the hands of robbers, who stripped him, beat him, and went away, leaving him half dead.  (31)  Now by chance a priest was going ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Love Message Of Ruth

    Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,605 views

    The story of Ruth is proof that love is not what you say. It’s what you do.

    Frederick William 1 ruled Prussia in the early eighteenth century. He was said to be an eccentric man who stood on no ceremony. He would walk the streets of Berlin unattended, and when anyone displeased him he frequently beat them with his walking stick. It’s no wonder that Berliners often dove ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Faith

    Contributed by Richard Gardner on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 11,013 views

    One of the greatest faith stories in the whole bible, but most over looked, by it’s contents.

    Faith of a Great Woman Most of us believe in faith, but very few of us ever achieve the faith that brings us to where God really wants us to be in our spiritual life. I want to share with you a scripture in the Bible that I believe shows uncommon, outstanding faith that many of us want but will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sabbath Prejudices

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 21, 2001
    based on 277 ratings
     | 22,911 views

    The story of two cripples, yes two, who met Jesus just after Synagogue on Sabbath

    Trinity 11 Bale 26-08-01. Luke 13:10-17: Sabbath Prejudices. Story: In 1981 the film, Chariots of Fire, won an Oscar - the Academy Award for Best Picture. It tells the true story of two atheletes: Harold Abrahams - a man of the world and Eric Liddell - a committed ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Robbie Boyd avatar

    Your Sacrifice

    Contributed by Robbie Boyd on Aug 3, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,755 views

    This is drama/sermon focusing on the story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac; with the attention paid to Isaac and his cooperation.

    (Build an "altar" of wood on a table on the stage area. Have an older man [Abraham] and an older teenager [Isaac] act out the scene as you describe what is happening. Make sure the teenager is large enough to be able to "overcome" Abraham, if he chose to. Dress contemporarily) Tell an illustration ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The All Too Human Peter

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 24, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,623 views

    A sermon for the 12 Sunday after Pentecost Proper 14 The story of Jesus and Peter walking on water

    Grace and Peace to you from our Lord and Saviour, Jesus the Christ amen Many of you have heard the phrase, "I am only human" as a person is trying to explain why he/she has made some mistake, or did something wrong. Said in that kind of way, the phrase says something very negative about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • James May avatar

    Choose Your Idol

    Contributed by James May on Apr 9, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,900 views

    The story of the building of the Golden Calf at Mount Sinai has much to say to the modern day church.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Good Things About The Da Vinci Code Fad

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 28, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 1,844 views

    This fad shows us how we can connect to this world’s fascination with the story of Jesus.

    Good Things About The Da Vinci Code Fad By now perhaps you have heard about the extremely popular novel, The Da Vinci Code written by Dan Brown. I was toying around with the idea of doing this message on Palm Sunday, when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey colt. I was going to title that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Lessons From Esther

    Contributed by Doug Stringer on May 15, 2005
    based on 161 ratings
     | 31,235 views

    There are many valuable lessons we can learn from the story of Esther, here are some of them.

    LESSONS FROM ESTHER We are in the middle of a lot of change here at CCBC. I know that the renovations have gone on longer than any of us expected. We are all looking forward to seeing things get done around here. Over the next few weeks, we are going to be having a few different services. Next ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christ Is Born, God With Us

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,432 views

    Let us visit the old, old story once more about Jesus and HIS love...

    Luke 2:1-7 (KJV) And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. [2] (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) [3] And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. [4] And Joseph also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judgement Day Surprises Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,664 views

    Jesus’ story of the Sheep and the Goats surprises us with a view of life from heaven’s perspective.

    Judgment Day Surprises Matthew 25:31-46 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A drunken man flagged down a bus late one night. He staggered up the aisle, and flopped down right next to an older woman who was clutching a Bible. She looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Quinn avatar

    Malachi: A Legacy Of Financial Integrity Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,916 views

    Why does God make such a big deal about tithing? The story of Malachi and the people of Israel.

    Legacy Malachi: A legacy of Financial Integrity Malachi 3:6-15 Part Ten Intro: Story of the context – 433; sinning like Judges; Malachi is raised up; lots of issues but it focuses on tithing and stewardship; The temple was completed under the leadership of Zerubbabel, Haggai, and Zechariah in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. avatar

    I Ain't Too Proud To Beg

    Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Aug 13, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,886 views

    This sermon is on the story of the woman who "outwits" Jesus. It emphasizes the generousity of God with we human beggars.

    Sermon on Matthew 15:21-28 Ordinary 20-A / Pentecost +13-A August 14, 2005 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, OSL The famous one-time Catholic monk, Martin Luther, was legendary not just for nailing a piece of paper to the door of his home church citing 95 things that needed to be changed about it. He ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Bruce Ferris avatar

    Anna

    Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 56,949 views

    Why did Anna succeed under adverse circumstances and become a prominent figure in the Christmas story?

    “Anna” A study of Anna, the prophetess, as recorded in Luke 2:36-38, is a wonderful way to start the New Year. Although she is part of the Christmas story, the truths she lived out are an inspiration and model for us to follow as we consider the New Year and all the opportunities it holds. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Archer avatar

    A Special Birth Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,844 views

    The story of the birth of John the Baptist teaches us about faith and the message we have for the world.

    A Special Birth Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 Introduction: God often used families that were unable to have children when he wanted to bring a special child into the world. In the Old Testament, we have the examples of Isaac, Samson and Samuel. In the New Testament we have John. 1. Summarizing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ