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  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "The Parables Of Matthew 13” The Seed Is The Word Of God… We Just Sow

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 13, 2023
     | 1,439 views

    The message is not about the "way to heaven" but our walk. We are to sow the "seed" which is the word of God.

    In Jesus Holy Name July 16, 2023 Text: Matthew 13:1-9 Pentecost VII - Redeemer “The Parables of Matthew 13” The Seed is the Word of God… We Just Sow The message today is not about how to have peace with God not how to obtain heaven. It is about our walk, our responsibility as ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Disciples Rejoin Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
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     | 822 views

    This sermon explores our calling to participate in the heavenly harvest, encouraging us to be soul winners for Christ and live in the present moment. Key

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together in the spirit of unity, under the banner of His love, to reflect upon His Word and seek His guidance in our lives. Isn't it a joy to know that we are not alone in this walk of faith but have each other to lean ...read more

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    The Good And Honest Heart

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 19, 2016
    based on 21 ratings
     | 17,632 views

    To establish that the good and honest heart hears, receives, believes, and obeys the gospel of Christ - the seed of the kingdom. This lesson describes the type of heart that will believe and obey the gospel. It also discusses a "significant emotional event."

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Sower (The Preacher) 2. The Seed (The Word of God) 3. The Soil (The Hearers) Introductory Remarks. 1. There is much warning in the bible to the hearers of the word of God. Jesus spoke: "of the wise and foolish hearers," Matthew 7:24-27. James declares: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,091 views

    Jesus uses great story telling to get us to think about how receptive we are to his message of the Kingdom.

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Text: Matt. 13:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Robin Meyers, in his book Morning Sun on a White Piano, quotes theologian Ernest Campbell who summarizes the ministry of Jesus with these words: “His ministry was one of constant and unbridled ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Gifts Fit For The King

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 15, 2020
     | 4,705 views

    If you ever wanted to know what the first birthday party for Jesus was like, it included worship. If you call yourself celebrating Christmas and not worshipping Him, you are not celebrating Christmas.

    Mat 2:1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, Mat 2:2 saying, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." The Greek term ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A True Disciple

    Contributed by James Groce on May 8, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,708 views

    How does one become a disciple of Jesus Christ?

    How does one become a disciple of Jesus Christ? A common response from many who claim to be Christians is that "all you have to do is believe." The Bible clearly teaches that faith is essential to be pleasing to God (Hebrews 11:6), but it never says "all you have to do is believe." There are many ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Hast Thou Done For Me?

    Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,314 views

    This sermon centers upon three things that Jesus tells us that we must do if we wish to follow him.

    What Hast Thou Done for Me? Second Sunday in Lent 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey Mark 8:31-38 MK 8:31 He then began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, chief priests and teachers of the law, and that he must be killed and after three days rise ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Where Is The Love?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,168 views

    Christ said the demonstration of the reality of a relationship with Christ is the bond of love between believers. When the world sees true Christian love in action they will know it’s real. But the question that must be asked is “Where is the Love?”

    WHERE IS THE LOVE? JOHN 13:31-35 Introduction: Christ declared that the demonstration of the reality of a relationship with Christ is the bond of love between believers. Note that Christ said when the world sees true Christian love in action they will know that a believer’s professed faith is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ow! That Hurts!

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 4,302 views

    In order to get Christians to increase in their fruitfulness for Him, God cuts things out of our lives.

    Oct. 26, 2003 John 15 “Ow! That hurts!” Introduction Indian Jones and the Last Crusade is one of my favorite movies—it’s great entertainment but it packs a powerful punch of a message about finding happiness and joy. In the climactic scene of the movie, Indiana Jones is grasping ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is Your Faith?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on May 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,022 views

    The third sermon in the 2007 Lenten Series

    Introduction: (Slide 1) A public reading of Luke 13:10-17 followed by a dramatic reading entitled ‘Christ on Trial: Witness: Nicodemus’ written by Elsa L. Clark, Peter Mead, Arden Mead and Mark Zimmermann. © 2007 Creative Communications for the Parish. In the mid-1980’s, a young community ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Masterpiece Of The Gospel: The Resurrection

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,791 views

    The only true masterpiece of man is sin, God’s masterpiece uses the centerpiece (the cross) to paint over the ugly and unacceptable work of man. God’s masterpiece is still the good news. It is still the greatest story ever told.

    Intro: A masterpiece is the greatest work of an artist, or something superlative (the best of) its kind. Michelangelo had his Sistine chapel, Leonardo DaVinchi had the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper, and Van Gogh had his self portrait. There is no work of art that compares to God’s masterpiece the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,184 views

    The church is to be on the offensive in preparing the way of the Lord in the lives of people!

    Prepare The Way, Luke 3:1-6 Introduction There is a story of an Atlantic passenger lying in his bunk in a storm, deathly sick—seasick. A cry of “Man overboard!” was heard. The passenger thought, “God help the poor fellow. There is nothing I can do.” Then he thought at least he could put his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Jason Smith avatar

    Don't Forget The Lord

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013
     | 38,327 views

    There are many things in our lives that can lead us to forget about the Lord and how He has blessed us. Moses warned the Israelites about this before they entered the promised land. We must listen to this warning!

    Who here has a busy life? I sure can identify with you all. • Right now has been one of the busiest times of my life • I am now a full time college student • If I do all of the homework, I at times have 6-10 hours of homework per week • I am still working up to 20-24 hours ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    ‘u’ See What I’m Say In Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 14, 2012
     | 4,259 views

    A study in the Gospel of Mark 4: 33 – 34

    Mark 4: 33 – 34 ‘U’ See What I’m Say In 33 And with many such parables He spoke the word to them as they were able to hear it. 34 But without a parable He did not speak to them. And when they were alone, He explained all things to His disciples. There were two other Gospels ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Human Praise Vs God's Praise

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 12, 2012
     | 8,860 views

    I. EXORDIUM: What motivates you most? the applause of people or GOD's approval or praise? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To give more value to GOD's praises rather than people's IV. TEXT: John 12:43 (New Living Tran

    I. EXORDIUM: What motivates you most? the applause of people or GOD's approval or praise? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To give more value to GOD's praises rather than people's IV. TEXT: John 12:43 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) For they loved human praise more ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal