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  • Mark Woolsey avatar

    0822 Trinity Xxii: Parable Of Unforgiving Servant:forgiving And Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,331 views

    The parable of the Unforgiving Servant : Forgiving and Forgiveness. How can God grant forgiveness and then rescend it?

    Sermon: The parable of the Unforgiving Servant: Forgiving and Forgiveness. Text: Matt 18:21-35, Phil 1:3-11 Occasion: Trinity XXII Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, October 23, 2005 Audio link: ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Are You Involved? Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,115 views

    The Parable of the Sower, the Seed and the Soil. Are you involved in the process?

    And again He began to teach by the sea. And a great multitude was gathered to Him, so that He got into a boat and sat in it on the sea; and the whole multitude was on the land facing the sea. Then He taught them many things by parables, and said to them in His teaching: “Listen! Behold, a sower ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Good Foundation Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 25, 2018
     | 9,777 views

    This message explores the parable of the wise man and the foolish man.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Good Foundation” Matt 7:15-29 Review of Parable series Jesus told parables or made up stories in order to illustrate spiritual truth in terms that people could instantly relate both emotionally and intellectually. The Parable of the Good Samaritan ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    "Do Business Till I Come"

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 28, 2003
    based on 154 ratings
     | 21,214 views

    In this parable each servant was given one mina with which “to do business”. This parable embodies, in symbolism, some of the greatest doctrines of the Bible.

    “DO BUSINESS TILL I COME” “Now as they heard these things, He spoke another parable, because He was near Jerusalem and because they thought the kingdom of God would appear immediately. Therefore He said: ‘A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just Like My Dad (A Father's Day Sermon On The Prodigal Son)

    Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 16, 2025
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    In the Parable of the Prodigal Son (which is really the Parable of the Loving Father) we get a picture of how our heavenly Father loves us.

    Good morning, and Happy Father’s Day! Please turn in (or turn on) your copy of God’s Word and scroll to Luke 15. While you’re turning there, I want to share some photos with you. This past Wednesday, JonWorth encouraged our students to dress like their dad. And the results were hilarious. (Show ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awake And Prepare!

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 12, 2023
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    This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins.

    Today, we gather to explore the profound wisdom hidden within the pages of the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 1-13. This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins. As we dive into ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Parables Of Jesus: The Lost Sheep & The Lost Coin Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 15, 2022
     | 2,732 views

    Time and again in the New Testament we see Jesus sharing parables and stories related to shepherds and sheep. It’s very very common. From psalm 23, talking about the rod and staff of the shepherd, to Jesus calling himself “the gate for the sheep” it’s throughout the scriptures.

    “Dr. Andrew Bonar told me how, in the Highlands of Scotland, a sheep would often wander off into the rocks and get into places that they couldn't get out of. The grass on these mountains is very sweet and the sheep like it, and they will jump down ten or twelve feet, and then they can't ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    I Can Sleep When The Wind Blows

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jul 8, 2005
    based on 135 ratings
     | 15,436 views

    A sermon for the 9th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 11 The parable of the weeds and wheat

    9th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 11 Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 "I can sleep when the Wind Blows"   24 ¶ Another parable he put before them, saying, "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field; 25 but while men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "O Lord, Please Send Someone Else To Do It"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,106 views

    A sermon about trusting and being used by God based on the call of Moses and the Parable of the Talents.

    Exodus 3:1-12; 4:1-5, 10-13 Matthew 25:14-30 By: Ken Sauer, Pastor Of East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com “O Lord, Please Send Someone Else to Do It” I’m sure many of us have heard people excuse themselves from upholding the church by their prayers, their ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Parable Of The Budding Fig Tree: Signs Of The End Times Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 20, 2022
     | 1,930 views

    It was AD 70, 40 years after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the walls of Jerusalem, the capital of Israel were surrounded by Roman soldiers numbering over 60,000.

    It was AD 70, 40 years after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the walls of Jerusalem, the capital of Israel were surrounded by Roman soldiers numbering over 60,000. The walls were crumbling, the Romans were advancing, thousands had already died when various cities in the north and eastern ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Parable Of The Wicked Tenants: An Exposition Of Matthew 21:33-46

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 25, 2020
     | 6,472 views

    Sometimes Parables have meanings that are hidden to some and revealed to others. At other times, they tell it like it is;

    The Parable of the Wicked Tenants: An Exposition of Matthew 21:33-46 The parables of Jesus were often spoken to hide the truth from His enemies and reveal it to the disciples and those who held to Jesus teaching. It is true that He often had to take them aside to explain what the parable meant ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul George avatar

    Preaching Of The King - Part8 Series

    Contributed by Paul George on Jan 15, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,540 views

    Matthew 13 contains the prophetic parables of Jesus.

    Preaching of the King –Part 8 Mathew 13:1-13 Matthew 13 contains the prophetic parables of Jesus. For almost fourteen centuries, as "Church-history" clearly shows, prophecy was neglected. Those known as the "Church fathers," with only one or two exceptions devoted their time debating doctrines and ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Coming Home: The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 17, 2007
    based on 41 ratings
     | 28,072 views

    The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a two pronged message.

    Fourth Sunday in Lent 2007 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey Luke 15:1-32 For Audio Version go to: http://www.forministry.com/USTNUMETCVFUMC/Sermon.dsp?sermonsite_action=view_sermon&sermonsite_sermonid=16562 This morning we are looking at the parable of the Prodigal Son. The first thing that I want you to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How Important Is Worship?

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,529 views

    This is a modern day parable about the importance of worship.

    Introduction: One sunny Sunday morning, much like today, Henry Jones woke up with his wife standing over him, shaking him, and saying, “You have to get up, we have to get ready for church.” Henry responded by saying, “I don’t want to go to church today, “I want to stay in bed.” His wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being A Fruitful Follower Series

    Contributed by Ian Robinson on Nov 9, 2000
    based on 107 ratings
     | 4,976 views

    Parables to help you live the Christian life

    A. God expects His followers to be fruitful 1. It is the reason He chose us John 15:16 2. It is how we recognize Christians Galatians 5:22 3. It glorifies God John 15:8 B. God is looking for the fruit of repentance 1. Turning from your sins and ...read more

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