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  • Michael Walther avatar

    Repent, Rejoice, Reach Higher

    Contributed by Michael Walther on May 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,862 views

    8th Grade Graduation sermon for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Collinsville, Illinois

    Good Shepherd Lutheran School Graduation Sermon 2011 Repent, Rejoice, Reach Higher Introduction We are all thankful tonight for what you have accomplished in the last nine years. Wednesday evening I was here for the Kindergarten Graduation, and it was a joy to see their exuberance and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 1 - Matthew 11:2-6 - Jesus-In-A-Box! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 29, 2010
    based on 50 ratings
     | 7,873 views

    My grandchildren sometimes play with a Jack-in-a-box. Sometimes we want a JESUS-IN-A-BOX too. We want Him to fit into our pre-conceived ideas of who He should be and how He should act.

    Part 1 - Matthew 11:2-6 - JESUS-IN-A-BOX! I get the privilege and opportunity to speak to many old people in the course of my day. Being a chaplain and Pastor in an aged care facility (fancy name for old people’s nursing home) I am fascinated by the amazing lives that they have led. Last week I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Satisfying Summary

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 29, 2010
     | 3,674 views

    When looking at the parables, we have to make sure we get the main points and don’t get lost in the details. Here is the main point.

    Passage: Matthew 13:47-58 Intro: I love summaries! 1. something really satisfying about gathering info and drawing conclusions. 2. we have been looking at the parables from Matthew for some weeks. 3. and we have found some repetition. 4. so here at the last of these parables in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jimmy Haile avatar

    Don't Look, But God's Looking At You!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,205 views

    God sees us for who we really are!

    1 Samuel 16:7-But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at his physical stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Guy Henry tells this story…This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Susan Babb, OSL avatar

    Lamb Of God

    Contributed by Susan Babb, Osl on Apr 10, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,181 views

    Holy Thursday sermon connecting Passover with the Jesus, the Lamb of God.

    The Lamb of God Exodus 12:1-14 John 13:1-17, 31b-35 I. Stonecutter Illustration A. Tourist – German Church – surprised to see a carving of a lamb near top of church tower B. Why? 1. When built, workman fell from high scaffold 2. co-workers rushed down, expecting him dead ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Call To Priesthood

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,461 views

    There is a special set of charisms and sufferings for those called to pastoral office in the Church.

    Christians, especially Catholics, should never be surprised by suffering and pain. If we are surprised, it ought to be if we do not suffer pain and disappointment and grief. Jesus told us that during His absence, we would weep and lament while the secular world rejoices. St. Teresa commented ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • David Taylor avatar

    Pearls Of Joy In The Ocean Of Pain: Three Reasons For Rejoicing In Suffering Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014
     | 6,657 views

    Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Pearls of Joy in the Ocean of Pain: Three Reasons for Rejoicing in Suffering

    Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Pearls of Joy in the Ocean of Pain: Three Reasons for Rejoicing in Suffering 1 Peter 4:12-19 David Taylor We are in our last mini-series in 1 Peter, “Living as a Church in a Foreign Land,” where Peter tells us how to live life of discipleship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Last Raps Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,168 views

    As he concludes his letter, the writer to the Hebrews reminds us to give special care to three relationships in our spiritual lives.

    Last Raps (Hebrews 13:7-23) 1. A game warden catches an unlicensed fisherman in the act. "You're going to pay a big fine for all those fish in your bucket" But, officer, I didn't catch these -- they are my pet fish and I just bring them here to swim. When they're done they jump back into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    Is Jesus God? The Old Testament Answer Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 19, 2018
     | 4,039 views

    A message showing how the Old Testament was looking for God to come to earth as a human being.

    IS JESUS GOD? THE OLD TESTAMENT ANSWER “For to us a child is born ... and His name will be called wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isa. 9:6f) Jesus does not just reveal God. He is God. When we look at the Old Testament it gives hints and express ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Sheep Or Goat Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 7, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,144 views

    This is the 12th sermon in the "When Does It End?" Series. This series is from Jesus' Olivet Discourse.

    Series: When Does It End? [#12] SHEEP OR GOAT? Matthew 25:31-46 Introduction: The Lord Jesus ends His Olivet Discourse with a parable about the end of The Tribulation and the beginning of the Millennial Kingdom. He predicts the destiny of 2 groups of people- Sheep and goats. Jesus insists ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The Proud, The Powerful, And The Squandering Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 26, 2021
     | 2,720 views

    Wisdom helps us recognize corruption, avoid corruption, and work around corruption.

    The Proud, the Powerful, and the Squandering (Proverbs 29:1-4) 1, A little girl asks her father: "Daddy, what is corruption?" -- Go bring me a beer and I'll tell you. -- But mommy said you should stop drinking! -- Get yourself an ice-cream too while you bring me that beer. -- Oh, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When Desperate Men Discover Divine Provision Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025
     | 448 views

    This powerful passage teaches us that God often uses the least likely people and unexpected situations to fulfil His purpose and bring breakthrough.

    WHEN DESPERATE MEN DISCOVER DIVINE PROVISION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27; Psalm 34:8-10; Romans 8:28; Isaiah 55:8-9; Luke 15:17-20 INTRODUCTION: Samaria was under siege, and famine had ravaged the land so severely that people resorted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Christmas Is Learning A New Language Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 158 views

    Christmas is not measured by how perfectly it looks but by how deeply it is felt.

    Title: Christmas Is Learning a New Language Intro: Christmas is not measured by how perfectly it looks but by how deeply it is felt. Scripture: Luke 2:15-20 Reflection Dear Friends, A few years ago, a grandmother in Mumbai surprised her family by joining their video call on Christmas morning. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    "Why Am I Here?” Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 10, 2025
     | 429 views

    Peter was asked to return to Caesarea and speak to Cornelius the Roman Solder.

    “Why Am I Here?” Acts 10:24-33 In the last message we found Peter in Joppa. Many received the truth of the Gospel message, believed and were saved. There were visitor that came by and requested that Peter return with them to see Cornelius, who was a Roman Solder, a Centurion. Peter meanwhile ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    They Will Not Meet You Where They Left You

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 20, 2025
     | 1,056 views

    The story of the lame man reminds us that when heaven intervenes, your identity and your situation can change in a moment.

    THEY WILL NOT MEET YOU WHERE THEY LEFT YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 3:1-10 Supporting Texts: Psalm 40:1–3, Isaiah 43:18–19, Job 14:7–9, John 5:1–9, Zechariah 4:6–7 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when people mark you by your condition, your limitations, or your failures. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God