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  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Garments Of A Christian

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 14, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 11,772 views

    Symbolic garments that depict the transition from the repentant sinner to the dedicated saint.

    THE GARMENTS OF A CHRISTIAN "Awake, awake! Put on your strength, O Zion; Put on your beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city!" Isaiah 52:1 Every "well-dressed" Christian has three symbolic garments in his wardrobe. They are to be worn in the order listed below. I. SACKCLOTH: THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Light And Momentary Marriage Series

    Contributed by J. D. Greear on Jul 11, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,949 views

    Marriage is not ultimate; it’s just a symbol of something ultimate.

    We’ll start at end where Paul sums up his teaching on marriage 31 “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” 32 This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Fit Man - A Study Of The Garments Of Aaron - The Mitre And Bonnet Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014
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     | 8,965 views

    The symbol of Aaron's mitre and bonnet hold great truths for the NT believer.

    Exodus 28:1-3 KJV And take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother, and his sons with him, from among the children of Israel, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office, even Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron's sons. [2] And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Shall Roll The Stone Away?

    Contributed by Buford Edwards Ii on Apr 15, 2017
     | 8,746 views

    The rolling away of the stone as a symbol of Christ removing obstacles in our lives.

    I. Introduction -Good morning and welcome! -Please start turning in your Bibles to Mark 16. In just a moment we are going to be reading the first 8 verses. Again, that is Mark 16:1-8. -As you know, today is a very special day in the life of the church. -Today as we gather, we celebrate our ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: John 6:66: Satan’s Six Pack.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 20, 2024
     | 620 views

    These disciples refused to sign-on to Jesus’ Eucharistic teaching that Eucharist not a symbol.

    Marriott's Fairfield Inn's require guests at certain times of the year to sign No Party Agreements. The actual document reads as follows: We understand that hotels are the ideal place to celebrate new adventures; however, problems occur when the celebration becomes a disturbance to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Go! And Treasure The Pearl Of Great Price - Matthew 13:45–46 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 17, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 270 views

    Explore one of the most vivid and compelling symbols in the Bible—the pearl.

    Go! And Treasure the Pearl of Great Price Exploring the Significance of Pearls in the Bible It’s always a joy to share the Word of God with you. Today, I invite you to open your hearts and minds as we explore one of the most vivid and compelling symbols in the Bible—the pearl. Now, when we think ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sharing A Meal With Jesus SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
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     | 806 views

    We are invited to share a meal with Christ, symbolizing our communion with Him.

    In 1 Corinthians 10:16, the apostle Paul wrote, "Is not the cup of thanksgiving for which we give thanks a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ?" Imagine a beautiful scene with me. The King of heaven and earth has prepared a ...read more

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    Yeshua And Joshua

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 28, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,526 views

    Preached for a Messianic Jewish Congregation. Joshua the high priest and his servants are symbolic of the Branch, the Messiah, and the conflict in which He is engaged. We can note several "hows" that explain the symbolism and the conflict.

    Yeshua and Joshua (Zechariah 3:1-10) NOTE: I preached this sermon for the Messianic Jewish Congregation Ahavat Yeshua. I have used the Hebrew name for Jesus (Yeshua)and Miriam (for Mary), etc. 1. Different congregations have their unique ways.] 2. Pastor Hamburger and Pastor Weiner 3. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Wind Power Or Wind Poor?

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 24, 2012
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     | 5,603 views

    One of the many symbols for the Holy Spirit is the WIND. It is a powerful symbol that we need to recognize and accept. Without Him, we will be spiritually poor, by our own choosing. Let the wind blow and be blessed.

    Wind Power or Wind Poor Man has only begun to take advantage of the wind. Giant windmills are being built in drafty locations to convert the breeze into energy to light and heat homes and businesses. PNEUMATOLOGY A symbol of the Holy Ghost There are other symbols that tell us a great deal about ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    To The Unknowns

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 10, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,611 views

    Veterans Day. In Arlington cemetery stands a Tomb that symbolizes the unknowns lost in war. In many communities there are Tombs that symbolize an unknown. Their spires reach to the sky. Each Sunday People Pay Tribute to an unkown God.

    “To The Unknowns” Text: Acts 17:16-31 AM NOTE : Special Veterans Day Sermon Intro: This morning I would like to bring you a message entitled “To The Unknowns” Tomorrow is Veterans Day and many across our nation will be stopping for a time to remember those who have served to protect the freedoms ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    He Was Led Like A Lamb To The Slaughter Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 755 views

    Jesus, the Lamb of God, willingly gave His life to pay for our sins. He fulfilled the prophecies and became the ultimate sacrifice, providing us with eternal redemption.

    Hey guys, let's talk about something that might sound a bit weird at first - lambs. Yeah, you heard me right, lambs. But stick with me, okay? This is going to be good. You know how in the Bible, there's a lot of talk about lambs being used for sacrifices? Like, way back in the day, Adam and Eve ...read more

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    The Seven Churches Of Revelation

    Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 25,462 views

    The seven churches are representative of the church as a whole; the number seven symbolizing completion or perfection.

    Most students are eager to get into the action of Revelation as soon as possible. Therefore they tend to skip over chapters two and three in the Book of Revelation without realizing their importance. But the churches give us an almost inexhaustible storehouse of wisdom and knowledge. The seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Remembrance Of Me

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Aug 1, 2002
    based on 374 ratings
     | 53,422 views

    This message addresses the symbols of bread and wine in their role of helping us remeber Jesus.

    Jesus asked all his followers to participate in this meal in remembrance of him. I’m sure these words sounded as foreign to the Corinthians as they do to us. How could they remember someone they’d never seen? How could they remember someone they’d never talked with? How could they remember someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Three Types Of Men

    Contributed by George Burgin on Apr 4, 2003
    based on 81 ratings
     | 10,416 views

    The death and resurrection of Lazarus is symbolic of three types of men. Which one are you?

    Three Types of Men John 11; 12:9-10 There is a true story of a chaplain at the Geisner Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. He was called to the bedside of a woman who had suffered a severe heart attack. In the moments it took him to take the elevator to that floor, the woman was pronounced ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Baptism

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,118 views

    Baptism is a beautiful symbol of God’s grace to us and our commitment to Him

    Why Baptism March 4, 2007 When they were trying to discover if life ever existed on Mars, the first thing they looked for was water. We cannot imagine life existing without water. In his early days, the poet W.H. Auden, wrote – “We must love one another or die” at a later more cynical ...read more

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