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    God’s Approved Worker Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 6, 2011
    based on 29 ratings
     | 27,404 views

    The approved worker for the Lord is busy doing God’s business. What business? 1- God’s worker reminds people of scriptural truth 2- God’s worker correctly handles God’s Word 3- God’s worker avoids anything ungodly

    INTRO.- Did you ever know a “yes man” or “a teacher’s pet”? These such people have been called by other names, which are not so flattering or nice. What’s the idea? The idea is someone who is always trying to please certain people (the teacher, the boss, etc.) in order to get on their good side. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Time Has Come Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 19, 2011
    based on 49 ratings
     | 17,345 views

    In our text, Paul gives us the lowdown on death; when and what to do. 1- Death reaches all 2- Death requires preparation 3- Death reveals our future

    INTRO.- People say there are only two certainties in life. What are they? Death and taxes. ILL.- A woman named Shirley from Beverly Hills had a heart attack and was taken to Cedars Sinai hospital. While on the operating table, she had a near-death experience. She saw God and asked, "Is this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Grace Of God Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 1, 2011
    based on 58 ratings
     | 56,269 views

    1- The grace of God brings salvation 2- The grace of God teaches goodness 3- The grace of God gives hope

    INTRO.- ILL.- D.L. Moody was an American evangelist (February 5, 1837 - December 22, 1899 - 62 years). Moody said: “Grace isn’t a little prayer you chant before receiving a meal. It’s a way to live. The law tells me how crooked I am. Grace comes along and straightens me out.” He also said: "It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Importance Of The One PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 964 views

    This sermon emphasizes the immense joy in God's Kingdom when a lost soul is found, the value of each individual to God, and the transformative power of evangelism.

    Friends, let's dive into the heart of the Gospel today as we navigate through Luke 15:1-7, a powerful Scripture that brings to light the incredible joy of the Kingdom of God, the immense value of a single lost soul, and the transformative power of evangelism. As Charles Spurgeon, the Prince of ...read more

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    The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 13, 2012
     | 8,016 views

    That one single lost sheep is as worthy and as loved as a flock of 99 safe sheep or saved sheep. And that heaven rejoices more over the one lost soul that repents than it does over a whole church who already believes.

    The Parable of the Lost Sheep 15:4-7pp -- Mt 18:12-14 1 Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 "Suppose one of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Believing In The Resurrection Of Christ

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 5, 2009
    based on 118 ratings
     | 23,875 views

    From our text on the resurrection of Christ, there are three important points that we need to take with us. We need to believe them and live them. 1- Fear not 2- Come see 3- Go tell

    INTRO.- ILL.- Lee Strobel was an atheist who turned to Christ. He was the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of nearly twenty books and has been interviewed on numerous national television programs, including ABC’s 20/20, Fox News, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Father's Day 2002

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 13, 2002
    based on 250 ratings
     | 16,596 views

    A father’s life should be considered and honored.

    FATHER’S DAY - 2002 INTRO.- ILL.- Susan from St. Louis said, "I was preparing breakfast on Father’s Day morning when I told my 3-year-old to go and wish his daddy a "Happy Father’s Day." I repeated the phrase several times and we practiced it together so he would remember. By the time he made ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Trustworthy Saying Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 1, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 16,797 views

    The word of God contains nothing but trustworthy sayings. 1- If we died with Him, we will live 2- If we endure, we will also reign 3- If we disown Him, He will disown us 4- If we are faithless, He remains faithful

    INTRO.- Is this a trustworthy saying? “When I served in Vietnam....” ILL.- It’s called “Blumenthal’s Blunder” (Conn. State Attorney General Richard Blumenthal) but it’s a not a trustworthy saying. Here’s the story and here’s what he said. "We have learned something important since the days ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Am The Door Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 26, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 27,639 views

    1) Entering by The Door (John 10:1-6) and 2) Identifying the Door (John 10:7-10)

    Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has extended his condolences following the death of former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, calling him a “legendary revolutionary and orator.” The prime minister went on to say that “Mr. Castro made significant improvements to the education and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Be A Sunday School Booster

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 21, 2002
    based on 195 ratings
     | 26,098 views

    There are many reasons for being a Sunday School booster.

    INTRO.- ILL.- "Say, Dad, did you go to Sunday School when you were a boy?" "Yes, son, I went all the time." "Well, then, I guess it won’t do me any good either." I beg to differ with that boy. SUNDAY SCHOOL WILL DO A PERSON SOME GOOD, A WORLD OF GOOD! Some of my best times as a youngster in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Old Fashioned Remedies For Heart And Health

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 15, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 17,179 views

    God’s Word gives us some remedies for our hearts and health.

    OLD FASHIONED REMEDIES FOR HEART AND HEALTH III John 2 "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." INTRO.- John prayed for Gaius that his health would improve. His spiritual health was good, but not his physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Back To School

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 11, 2003
    based on 160 ratings
     | 96,323 views

    Practicial advise for youth going back to school.

    INTRO.- Children are wonderful. How dull life would be without them! And remember we were once children too! ILL.- Teacher to student, “What are you – animal, vegetable or mineral?” The boy replied, “Vegetable. I’M A HUMAN BEAN.” ILL.- It was the little girl’s first day at school and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Committed To Doing Something

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 22, 2006
    based on 176 ratings
     | 19,750 views

    1- Committed to preaching 2- Committed to serving 3- Committed to teaching

    INTRO.- ILL.- The preacher stood in his pulpit and said, “It’s a fact that you are sitting here, but it’s a matter of faith that makes me believe any of you are listening.” I think I know what that preacher is talking about. If I didn’t use some humor in order to make you laugh I wouldn’t know if ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Short Takes In Scripture

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 17, 2008
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,157 views

    Our text gives us six short takes in scripture. 1- Be joyful 2- Pray continually 3- Give thanks 4- Build fire 5- Test everything

    INTRO.- Short takes. What is this? I assume it’s the idea of taking a short look at some subject. It could be a short or brief look at politics. No, we don’t want to go there because it seems that there is nothing short when it comes to politics; not speeches, not conventions, not debates, etc. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In Prison But Praying

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2007
    based on 91 ratings
     | 20,756 views

    In prison some things were happening. 1- the church was praying 2- the angel was working 3- the apostle was waiting

    INTRO.- ILL.- A man who had been caught embezzling millions from his employer went to a lawyer seeking defense. He didn’t want to go to jail. But his lawyer told him, "Don’t worry. You’ll never have to go to jail with all that money you have." And the lawyer was right. When the man was sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ