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  • Jerry Stepp avatar

    The Father Of The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
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    We always hear of the story of the Prodigal Son, this message is based on the greace and love of the Prodigal Father

    The Father of the Prodigal Son Luke 15: 11-24 an earthly illustration to show a heavenly view I heard a song a while back, and I am not sure of the title, but it went something like this... “The only time I seen him run, is when he came running to me.” Showing that the Father has had compassion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Believe? (Easter 2008)

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 23, 2008
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    Do you believe the story of the resurrection? Or, do you doubt like Thomas did?

    Easter 2008 John 20:24-29 Introduction Risen slide Matthew 28:6 says, “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” Jesus Christ is alive!! Hallelujah!! Go with me in your bibles to John, Chapter 20 Today we celebrate Easter Sunday A time when excitement should take the place of the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living Hope Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,686 views

    I am truly discovering that life’s obstacles are truly opportunities for God to show just how awesome He really is. Obstacles give us God stories! Do you need a God story today?

    LIVING HOPE 1 Peter 1 My son asked, “If Sea World really loves animals, then why do they keep them captive?” What a deep question. Maybe you can relate. If someone loves you, then why are you still held captive? If people in your world love you when why do they keep you captive? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Godly Wisdom For Godly Mothers

    Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    An often overlooked story told from the heart of a mother about Moses birth, and early childhood.

    Godly wisdom for Godly Mothers A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on the magnet and what it does. The next day in a written test, she included this question: “My full name has six letters. The first one is M, and I pick up things. What am I?” When the grades were all in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Christmas - A Fairy Tale? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 23, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,757 views

    Is the Christmas story a fairy tale? This message suggests that it is not. It is in fact the greatest and truest of all tales.

    Ron Walters tells the following story in Preaching magazine. During the 1960s, a phenomenon called “Peanuts” was born. The comic strip began popping up in newspapers across America. It was destination reading. The cartoon’s childlike characters and modest storylines had become the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Is This Happening To Me? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
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    Explore God's call, purpose, and faithfulness in the midst of suffering, using the biblical story of Gideon as a guide.

    Good morning, church family! Picture this: You're going about your normal day, minding your own business, when suddenly you're confronted by a divine messenger with an enormous task. That's exactly what happened to Gideon in the book of Judges - specifically, Judges 6:11-16. Let's read the passage ...read more

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    Take It To The Streets

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 10, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,834 views

    In the story of the Good Samaritan you will see vital qualities that are necessary in carrying our faith into the street.

    1487 Are you taking your faith to the streets? I am not speaking of literally going into the street and preaching, or something of that nature. I am speaking of living and sharing your faith after you leave church. I turn to the story of the Good Samaritan for help with this idea. In Luke 10 we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven Rejoices When People Repent

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,898 views

    In the scripture we read this morning (Luke 15:1-10), Jesus tells two parables that have to do with sought and found.

    Luke 15:1-10 The boss of a big company needed to call one of his employees about an urgent problem with the company’s main computer. He dialed the employee’s home telephone number and was greeted with a child’s whisper, "Hello?" Feeling put out at the inconvenience of having to talk to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Cain And Abel Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,202 views

    Another sermon about people who had a lot to tell but little was written about them. The difference between Cain and Able.

    Cain and Able: A shepherd and a farmer Theme: Text: Introduction There are numerous names mentioned in the Bible. Some are just names written to show the progress of a generation. Others have a little bit more history and meaning. Then there are the great men. Men we know such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Big Fish Tale / All Lives Matter

    Contributed by Darian Catron on Jul 21, 2016
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     | 13,972 views

    The story of Jonah is not just a Big Fish Tale. It's a true story with an incredible message relevant to our time. It's a message about a God who cares for all lives, even those of our enemies and those who hate us.

    INTRODUCTION: Today I want to tell you a BIG FISH TALE. How many fishermen do we have here today? Now our fish tales are always the truth, right? I caught a fish this big! But there's a story in the Bible about a Big Fish and about a man who lived to tell the tale. BODY: Let's Turn in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sabbath Prejudices

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 21, 2001
    based on 277 ratings
     | 22,880 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

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    Wow, What A Mighty God I Serve! Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 10, 2022
     | 6,789 views

    In the story of Daniel in the Lions' den, we see how great our God is.

    INTRODUCTION Daniel was placed in the lions’ den. A stone was placed in front of the den. It was sealed with the king’s signet ring which meant it was not to be opened except in the presence of the king. Daniel, now about 90 years old, finds himself in a den of lions, we are not told how many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This World Is Not My Home Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 29, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,656 views

    God warns us the love this world would make us His enemy? Why would He tell us that?

    A father told of taking his 5-year-old to Disneyland. It was all the little boy could talk about for weeks and now they finally there and the boy loved the idea that he’d get to see Goofy and Mickey and Minnie and the gang. He was hyped. They parked the car and could see the castle and the rides ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Please Don’t Hit Me – The Rock Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 18, 2023
     | 2,422 views

    In this sermon we see the importance of obedience that would have helped enable the Children of Israel to be ready for a new experience with God in the Promise Land. It can also teach us some good lessons.

    Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7; Numbers 20:1-13 Theme: Obedience Leads to Rewards Title: Please Don’t Hit Me – The Rock In this sermon we see the importance of obedience that would have helped enable the Children of Israel to be ready for a new experience with God in the Promise Land. It can also ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Trusting God To Provide

    Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,144 views

    If God tells you to do something unusual or even illogical in order to meet a need you have...obey Him anyway!

    Trusting God to Provide Introduction Today’s sermon is called “Trusting God to Provide.” Our reading tells a story about God’s provision, a poor widow and a prophet called Elijah. Elijah, you will remember, is the one who appears at Jesus’ transfiguration Elijah represented all the Prophets of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist