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  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Behold The Father's Love

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
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    Behold the Father’s Love 1) For the obvious sinner 2) For the oblivious sinner

    Do your parents have favourites? Do they love your older or younger sibling more than you? It feels that way some times doesn’t it? Especially when your parents let your older sibling do more things than you, or let the younger ones get away with things they never let you get away with. How about ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Pharisee And The Publican' [part Three]

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016
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    “There’s nothing wrong with me” can be a very dangerous thing to say.

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, February 21, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter "In a Manner of Speaking": The Parable of 'The Pharisee and the Publican' Luke 18:9-14 The following account is based on a true story. “There’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Kingdom Keys - Luke Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024
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    Joy comes to us when we surrender our will, for the will and power of our Father, His Son and The Holy Spirit

    So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Transforming Grace - Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 13, 2019
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    Continuing our look at the gift of God's grace. Part 5

    Transforming Grace Luke 19:1-10 April 14, 2019 When I’m joking with people, I will admit that one of my spiritual gifts is sarcasm and cynicism. Now, let me be clear . . . these are not spiritual gifts. But, I do believe I am pretty gifted in both of these areas. I believe many of us are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Knows My Name

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 21, 2016
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    Everyone has the need to be loved. A life-changing moment happens when we hear the All-powerful Creator, Maker of the vast universe, express His loves to us personally, calling us by our name.

    HE KNOWS MY NAME! Lk. 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE IRS SHUFFLE (2 days ago – tax day) 1. Tax his cow, Tax his goat; Tax his pants, Tax his coat; Tax his crop, Tax his work; Tax his ties, Tax his shirt; 2. Tax his chew, Tax his smoke; Teach him taxing is no joke.Tax his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Minions By The Bunch Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 7, 2017
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    This message begins our series "Minions: Playing Second Fiddle for God" and looks at the 12 Apostles and how they served and changed the world.

    Minions by the Bunch When you hear the word “Minion” what do you think of? For some, you think of little yellow people in blue pants. For others, you have your own favorite minions from years past. The Disney films we grew up with were filled with Minions, albeit with other names. Snow ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Zacchaeus Sets Out To See Jesus, Whatever It Takes!

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 27, 2019
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    Seeking Jesus

    Devotion Weekly Message November 3, 2019 Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus Sets Out to See Jesus, Whatever It Takes! Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Potential Of Close Proximity Series

    Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Nov 17, 2009
     | 4,328 views

    In order to give our faith away we must get close to those who need to hear the message of hope and forgiveness found in Jesus.

    Becoming A Contqgious Christian The Potential Of Close Proximity I) Biblical Examples Zacheus Luke 19:1-10 (NIV) 1 Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. 2 A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. 3 He wanted to see who Jesus was, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah's Story About Obedience Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,574 views

    True obedience is based on action not words.

    A Messiah's Story About Obedience Text: Matt. 21:28-32 Introduction 1. Illustration: I used to have problems getting my son to clean his room. I would insist that he, "Do it now," and he would always agree to do so, but then he wouldn’t follow through – at least, not right way. After ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Rejoice With Me Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012
     | 5,097 views

    Salvation, restoration, joy

    REFORCE WITH ME Luke 15: 1-10 (p740) July 10, 2011 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever communicated something to someone and you were really excited about it, but they miss the point ENTIRELY?!!! I thought of this story... On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first flight ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Parable Of The Prodigal Son (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
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    God welcomes repentant sinners and rejoices over them.

    [To receive free, weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] It’s often said that Charles Dickens, one of the most popular writers of all time, considered the parable of the prodigal son to be “the greatest story ever told.” Since this parable is really about the different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Faith Seen In Action Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 25, 2022
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    The first son who "refused" to work, eventually did. The second son who "agreed" to work, later decided not to. Those expected to do great things for God can sometimes fail; whereas, those least expected can be used in a mighty way.

    Have you ever felt God asking you to do some type of ministry that you believed was beyond your capabilities, and then you became reluctant? Did you say to yourself, “I’m never going to do that?” This is the way many people respond to the Lord’s call on their life. I’ve heard it said you should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stagnant Christians

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 25, 2016
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    6 common characteristics of stagnant Christians (Outline taken from Mike Mack in a small groups class at Cincinnati Christian University)

    HoHum: THE KEEPER OF THE SPRINGS by Peter Marshall Once upon a time, a certain town grew up at the foot of a mountain range. High up in the hills, a strange and quiet forest dweller took it upon himself to be the Keeper of the Springs. He patrolled the hills and wherever he found a spring, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    From Wee Little To Great Big Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 13, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,872 views

    In order to draw nearer to Jesus we need to make the effort.

    From Wee Little to Great Big Text: Lk. 19:1-10 Introduction 1. Read Lk. 19:1-10 2. Illustration: A certain man was troubled with dizzy spells. He went from one doctor to another and none could tell him what the problem was. He tried everything, it seemed. Finally, it was bothering him so ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dean O'Bryan avatar

    Being Where People Are Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,714 views

    Using Jesus’ example with Zaccheus, a sermon on moving toward unbelievers with Christ’s claims.

    Trinity Baptist Church August 13, 2006 Winning Ways (series) Being Where People Are Luke 19:1-10 One time a fitness center offered a $1,000 prize to anyone who could demonstrate they were stronger than the owner of the place. Here’s how it worked. The owner was a muscle man, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist