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  • John Hamby avatar

    When Jesus Comes To Dinner Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 25, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 14,141 views

    Jesus through his actions, the story he tells and the application that he makes exposes the character flaws of those in attendance.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 38 “When Jesus Comes To Dinner” Luke 14:1-14 Have you ever been in a home of a fellow Christian and seen the plaque hanging on the wall saying, “Jesus is the head of this home, the silent listener to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Walls Must Come Down

    Contributed by E.t. Cummings on May 15, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 24,828 views

    It involves how God will deliver you from the snare of the fowler.

    Have you ever discovered walls in your life? Or, have you face an obstacle that you thought would never leave you? I also would like to know, is there anything in life that has ever stopped you from reaching to the place in life that you wanted to get too. In this walk of life, we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We're Coming Back Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,533 views

    A message about the faith of Abraham. He trusted the Lord and knew that God would fulfill His promise.

    Title: Abraham and Isaac Text: Theme Introduction Now it came to pass after these things that God tested Abraham, and said to him, "Abraham!" And he said, "Here I am." (Gen 22:1) There are at least four times in the Bible where we read that Abraham’s faith was tested. First was his ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    When Jesus Comes: No Fear

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 12, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,299 views

    Christmas Day 1988: Jesus came into a world full of fears about economics, government, health, and the rest. Our pretty porcelain manger scenes are not realistic. But when Jesus comes today and works through us, He works to drive away all the fears that

    A certain family, a number of years ago, as was their custom, lovingly and carefully set out their beautiful porcelain nativity scene for Christmas. They were so very proud of this delicate, fragile thing of beauty; they had paid a good deal of money for it on a trip to Europe, and its value could ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Christ Is Coming To Town

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 11, 2013
     | 8,922 views

    There is someone coming in red and white, but not Santa. It is Jesus in a white robe stained with blood.

    Jesus Christ is Coming to Town John 12:9-19 It had since He had come to town. The last time he had been there a notable miracle had taken place. Lazarus, who had been dead for four days was raised from the dead at the command of Jesus. Jesus had raised Jairus’ daughter from the sleep of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Nevertheless Of His Coming Back Series

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on Mar 8, 2016
     | 4,961 views

    This is the fifth sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

    Introduction • Have you ever been in a courtroom? Certainly we all have through the aide of TV – Perry Mason, Judge Judy, and Court TV. • Many of us have actually served on a jury. If you have, did you take your work serious? • Anybody enjoy jury duty? Was it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Defilement Comes From Within Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 22, 2021
     | 3,644 views

    It is not the food you eat or religious observation you practice that enables you to claim that you are right with God. Your attitude, behavior, and response to His commands show whether or not your life is defiled before Him.

    Worship is supposed to come from a grateful heart and mind, focused on how God's mercy and grace has taken us off of the road to hell and by the redemptive work of Jesus Christ on our behalf, placed us on the narrow road leading to eternal life. Our submission to Him as Lord and Savior, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "come Home"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 18, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,257 views

    A sermon about repentance and new life.

    “Come Home” Mark 1:14-20 Do any of you know the name of the inventor of dynamite? It might sound familiar once you hear it, it’s Alfred Nobel. In 1867, Nobel, Alfred Nobel, who was a Swedish chemist invented a new high explosive which he named “dynamite.” Some hoped his invention would ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Come, Let's Settle The Matter PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,563 views

    Explores embracing God's invitation to become something new, overcoming past sins, and walking in obedience to experience His blessings.

    Good morning, everyone! It's always a joy to see your faces and to come together as a community to worship and learn. Today, we're going to be talking about something that I think will resonate with all of us, no matter where we are on our walk with God. Before we get into that, I want to share ...read more

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    First Church Book Of Acts Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 178 views

    The Church is Rooted in spreading scriptural holiness.

    “First Church Book of Acts Holy Spirit” “When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent Peter and John to Samaria. 15 When they arrived, they prayed for the new believers there that they might receive the Holy Spirit, 16 because the Holy Spirit had not yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Short Challenge: Remembering Our First Love Series

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,783 views

    A short, practical encouragement on remembering our first love, Jesus.

    Short Challenge: Remembering our first love. Rev.2:2-4 – “I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Innkeeper And His Guests Missed The First Advent Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Nov 20, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,866 views

    It would be tragic to leave Jesus out of Christmas 2021 because I am too busy or because I am so absorbed in my own little world. That’s what happened the First Christmas, and that same time have been happening in many homes Christmas after Christmas.

    INTRODUCTION CUSTOM BLOCK Advent means the arrival; the appearance and that term is usually associated with someone who is notable. So, it is fair to say that those who lived in the times of the Old Testament were looking for the Advent (the coming, the appearance) of Christ. In fact, Advent is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Do Part 1 - The First Date Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,734 views

    It is SO hard to find "the one" out in the dating world. Likewise... we try so hard to find "the one" thing in this world that will fill us. It's time to meet "the one" who can truly fill us!

    John 1:45-49 45 Philip found Nathanael and told him, "We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote-- Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph." 46 "Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?" Nathanael asked. "Come and see," said Philip. 47 When Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Glorious Wedding (Jesus' First Miracle)

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Mar 3, 2022
     | 2,539 views

    When Jesus is on the scene, our problems can become His Glory. This – first of His signs, manifested His glory, and His disciples believed in Him. The Glory of Jesus, the carpenter, had not yet been seen, but it was about to burst onto the scene

    The Glorious Wedding John 2:1-11 BBC 1-9-22 In March of 2004 a group of Boy Scouts were on their annual excursion into Northern Utah’s Logan Canyon The scouts had carved snow caves deep into a snow ridge at an elevation of 7,400 ft. Randy Maurer, a father of one of the scouts was quoted as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Battle Your Heart To Keep Jesus First

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,524 views

    The battles in life make us long for peace, but peace at what price? Jesus prepares us for life’s battles with his promises. So battle on, dear Christian. Parts: A. Though bombarded by conflict and loss. B. Braced with God’s gracious promises.

    Text: Matthew 10:34-42 Theme: Battle Your Heart to Keep Jesus First A. Though bombarded by conflict and loss B. Braced with God’s gracious promises Season: Pentecost 6a Date: August 16, 2009 Web page: www.caughtbyjesus.net/sermons/Battle-Your-Heart-to-Keep-Jesus-First-Matthew10_34-42.html ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran