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  • Mathew Philip avatar

    Searching For Jesus

    Contributed by Mathew Philip on Jan 23, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,340 views

    The story of Joseph and Mary searching for Jesus is an invitation to consider where your are in your journey of faith. If your relationship with God has grown stale, the good news is that Jesus is right where he is supposed to be, just waiting for you to find him.

    When Jesus was 12 years old, his parents went to Jerusalem as they did every year at the feast of the Passover. When the feast was ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did not know it, but supposing him to be in the company, they went a day's ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Chris Blackshaw avatar

    Jesus Heals

    Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Jul 2, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,917 views

    We consider how Jesus healed in biblical times and the many different ways that he heals us today.

    Jesus was a brilliant teacher who had a wonderfully astounding ministry, a major part of which was healing. Throughout the gospels we read of the many events that were both inspiring and life changing, for people who were healed, for those who looked on and even for those who heard about what ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • John Dobbs avatar

    Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 23, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,042 views

    We are following the development of the faith of the disciples. Like us, sometimes they demonstrate great faith. Sometimes they fail. Always they follow Jesus. Courage calls us to follow Jesus.

    Keys of Courageous Faith: Follow Mark 10:32-52 Introduction Today we conclude our series on Keys of Courageous Faith. We are following the development of the faith of the disciples. Like us, sometimes they demonstrate great faith. Sometimes they fail. Always they follow Jesus. Courage calls us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Choose Jesus

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 25, 2023
     | 2,662 views

    In a weary world, Jesus calls us to Himself!

    The Jesus Alternative Matthew 11:28-30 August 27, 2023 When you think about it, we make so many decisions on a given day. I really don’t want you to think about it, just trust me, because it’s overwhelming to think about. Want a cup of coffee? You can go to the Alexandria Bakery, Casey’s, Get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Baptism Of Jesus

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 7, 2004
    based on 204 ratings
     | 20,925 views

    Why did Jesus need to be baptised and what does it mean for us?

    Sharrington 11-01-04 The Baptism of Jesus Lk 3: 15-17and 21 and 22 Story: Caspar ten Boon In her famous book and film, “The Hiding Place” Corrie ten Boom tells the story of a Dutch Christian family, her family, who had a heart for the Jewish people Her ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • David DeWitt avatar

    To Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 7, 2001
    based on 178 ratings
     | 11,822 views

    The key to being a successful Christian is following Jesus

    To Follow Jesus Selected Passages – Matthew 4:19a January 7, 2001 Introduction I. Follow the Leader Have you ever played the game “Follow the Leader?” The game consisted of one person who was the leader and the rest of the players were followers. The leader did something and the rest of the group ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Larry Vollink avatar

    Jesus And Peter! Series

    Contributed by Larry Vollink on Feb 26, 2021
     | 1,800 views

    How can a man like Peter be changed completely turned around for the good? Listen!

    What a life-changing friendship between Jesus and Peter! He was the son of Jonas, and the brother to Andrew and made fishing his career. They named him Simon, just like a lot of other people with the same name. When his life begins in the gospels, he and Anfrew are listening to the preaching of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Henderson avatar

    "A Lame Excuse" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 5, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 71,628 views

    Before you can change you must decide that you want to be changed. There was a reason Jesus asked the question of the lame man, "Do you want to be well?" All of us must answer this crucial question.

    `“A Lame Excuse” John 5:1-15 Jesus has now come up from the city of Cana to the city of Jerusalem to celebrate one of the religious feasts. In Jerusalem there were different gates to enter and they were used for a variety of purposes. One of these gates was called the Sheep gate. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Maze avatar

    Jesus Is Real

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021
     | 3,420 views

    Whether it is two young Mormons who knock on your door or you decide to read the Qur’an for yourself, searching for the real answers in life is very different than most of our life’s pursuits.

    When the crowds were increasing, he began to say, “This generation is an evil generation. It seeks for a sign, but no sign will be given to it except the sign of Jonah. For as Jonah became a sign to the people of Nineveh, so will the Son of Man be to this generation. The queen of the South will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Why Jesus? Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 19,412 views

    The Bible doesn’t offer a Buffet. The Bible presents ONE God and ONE way to be saved. Some people accept that as truth. Others want to find something else on the buffet table...

    Why> Series # 6 Why> Jesus Luke 9: 18-25 Scripture Reading: Luke 9:18-25 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been to a really good buffet? It’s the kind of restaurant I like to go to when you have a big group of people because everyone can get what they want. They can go down the line and pick and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Openness Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 15,086 views

    1. Jesus’ arms are open as an act of invitation 2. Jesus gives an open invitation to a life of fruitfulness.

    It must have been quite a scene as Jesus rode into Jerusalem. First, he is not riding a warrior’s horse, he is riding on the colt of a donkey. His head is bobbing as the colt takes its awkward steps. And all around is a motley crowd. Former prostitutes, shouting children, people who had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    The Resurrection Of Jesus

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 8, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,414 views

    The resurrection of Jesus 1. was physical. 2. is a mystery. 3. means hope.

    I had an interesting conversation on the phone with my mother a few years ago. She told me she had been going to a Bible study at her church, led by her pastor, and he was saying that it was Jesus’ body that was raised from the dead. She has been in the church most of her life, but somehow that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Trusting Jesus Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,031 views

    Where is your life headed? Jesus knew, and he encouraged his disciples to follow Him. Is your life headed toward a dead end street? Jesus is the way!

    a. I have been preaching on the subject of Trust for several weeks now. It is a theme that runs through the entire bible and includes Easter Sunday! b. I would like to have you take a journey with me back to the days before Jesus’ crucifixion, to the time when Jesus is preparing his disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Jesus Is The One! Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 15, 2011
    based on 77 ratings
     | 22,337 views

    Jesus is the reason for our gathering on Christmas and every Sunday. He was, he is, and will be. 1- He is the one who was 2- He is the one who is 3- He is the one who can

    INTRO.- ILL.- The story is told of two women who were enjoying an elaborate lunch in a downtown restaurant. When one asked the occasion for the luncheon, the other lady said, “We are celebrating the baby’s birthday.” “But where is the baby?” said the friend. “Oh,” said the mother, “you didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    The Anointing Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 21, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,007 views

    Mark contrasts the full commitment of Mary with Judas who moves his commitment to Jesus aside in favor of something else. We all know how that turned out.

    A man was shopping for a valentines day gift for his wife and as he passed the cosmetics counter it occurred to him that perfume would be the perfect gift. So he asked the sales representative to show him some of the most popular brands of perfume. The first bottle she brought out was $150. “That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational