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  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Jesus Calls:

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 17, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,881 views

    Draw aside and spend time with the Lord. Offload your problems and see how he wonderfully provides

    Binham 20-07-03 This morning, I would like to look at one verse from the record in St. Mark’s Gospel of the feeding of the five thousand. And this is the words of Jesus when he said to his disciples: "Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Prodigal Son Revisted

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 24, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,157 views

    Why the original version would have been so shocking

    The Gospel reading is taken from: Luke 15:11-20 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his Father, ’Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 "Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Jesus Reaches Out, Beyond Human Boundaries

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,794 views

    A sermon for the Third Sunday in Lent, series A.

    3rd Sunday in Lent, February 24, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Son, Jesus the Christ, you have revealed your will and grace for all people. Through the power of your Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Fruitless Trees

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,932 views

    The Lord is patient toward us but still expects repentance. Throughout the years He has shown exceptional patience but one day that patience will run out, and where will you be?

    FRUIITLESS TREES The Need for Repentance Text: Luke 13:1-9 Scripture Reading: Isaiah 5:1-7 INTRODUCTION: 1. Fruit trees are nice to have. 2. They give us beautiful blossoms, nice shade, and most of all delicious fruit to eat. 3. When a tree no longer produces the fruit desired, it is no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking Billboard

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,435 views

    What message are you sending today on the billboard of your life? Let it be a message of hope and of encouragement!

    Walking Billboard Luke 8:26-39 Scripture Read Luke 8:26-39 Introduction My wife Christina and I came here to visit First Congregational Church in December of 2006 to candidate and interview for the position of Pastor. Some of you may recall what the church sign on the grass in front of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Anne Robertson avatar

    The New Math

    Contributed by Anne Robertson on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,012 views

    God’s power plus our resources equals the needs of the world.

    THE NEW MATH TEXT: 2 Kings 4:42-44; Luke 9:12-17 In my school years, I discovered that I was very good with words. I read well above my grade level, and the first drafts of papers were usually the only ones I needed to do. Math, however, did not come so readily. I dreaded math classes, and as soon ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Will You Forgive?

    Contributed by Millie Pisano on May 27, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,775 views

    “I will forgive-but I will not forget” is a well worn out phrase some people often use. Even the smallest of offenses can cause someone to carry a grudge against another person.

    “WILL YOU FORGIVE?” Open with the Lords Prayer “I will forgive-but I will not forget” is a well worn out phrase some people often use. Even the smallest of offenses can cause someone to carry a grudge against another person. The Lord’s Prayer is repeated by some with all most no thought to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Worry Will Be The Death Of Me?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 8, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,545 views

    Do we really trust our God? How committed are we?

    NR 08-08-04 Luke 12:22-34 – Do not worry Story: Church at the turn of the century At the turn of the 20th Century, the roof of the hall of a little Swiss church was falling down. So the members of the church got together regularly after the service in the hall to pray for funds to repair ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Asking For Directions Series

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 9, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 11,077 views

    The Spirit of God, the Holy Spirit, can direct our life as clearly as a GSP system, if we will listen.

    Asking for Directions March 11, 2007 “Directed by the Holy Spirit” This last Tuesday, Tim Birkeland, Roy Jameson, and I went to visit with Jim Griffin, a church consultant in Columbus. As we were driving up Tim used his GPS locater and mapping program. I was amazed at how it not only tracked ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Person Who Walks With God

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,182 views

    Consider what it means to walk with God as you examine the life of Enoch.

    When I was in seminary in New Orleans an interesting story developed in the northeastern part of our country in the life of a man named Peter Jenkins. Peter was a young man who was disillusioned with people and with life and was looking for answers. He decided to go in search of answers. Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speechless (So You Had A Bad Day?)

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 27, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,490 views

    Even though the Christian life is primarily characterized by abundant life and joy, there are seasons where the Lord allows us to go through dark valleys. It is often during those wilderness times that we encounter God, and our faith is strengthened.

    SPEECHLESS (SO YOU HAD A BAD DAY?) OPENING TEXT: “Indeed these are the mere edges of His ways, and how small a whisper we hear of Him! But the thunder of His power who can understand?” (Job 26:14). INTRO: Personal story & search for God in the midst of suffering. • The sewer backup in our ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Collision Of Life And Truth

    Contributed by Monty Mora on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,839 views

    The Parable of the Prodigal Son brings people to place where, “Their life and His truth collide”.

    Title: The Collision of Life and Truth Text: Luke 15:1-31 Theme: The Parable of the Prodigal Son Introduction A Parable is a short story that conveys a moral truth in a person’s life. Every parable (1) sketches a setting, (2) describes an action & (3) shows a result. Most parables contain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    Biblical Finger Wagging Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,162 views

    How do we deal with anger, sin and disagreement in our communities? Does Matt 18:15-17 inspire us to deep dastedely discipline or do we need to read it in the context of the rest of Matthew 18?

    How do we handle Sin? Anger? Conflict? Disagreement? Human beings are not very good at dealing with these things. “She’s not my friend any more” “She said this” “he did that” It happens at school, and we adults keep doing it. According to some ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Nain Procession To Party

    Contributed by Richard Jumper on Jun 5, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,458 views

    God's Grace can happen at any time or any place.

    The Nain Procession to Party From what I've heard, a New Orleans jazz funeral is an experience like no other. The brass band begins its solemn procession at the church, playing hymns like "Free as a Bird" and "Just a Closer Walk with Thee",….no improvisation, no frills. Nothing but sadness ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    The First Advent Tree

    Contributed by Dennis Mardis on Dec 7, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,830 views

    Was that first tree in the Garden a mistake, or always a part of the plan

    Introduction There have been some big changes in our sanctuary since last Sunday. What catches your attention the most? For some it is the glow of the advent wreath candles, or the arrangements in the windows but for me, hands down, it’s the tree. For my money there is nothing like a tree. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist