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"Jesus Heads To East Ridge"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 10, 2011

based on 7 ratings

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A sermon about the radical openness of God.

Matthew 15:1-3, 7-28 “Jesus Heads to East Ridge” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org How many of you like Winnie the Pooh? In one of his famous escapades, this loveable toy bear tries to trap an elephant—or, as he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Mission: Possible

Contributed by Traci Loewe on Jul 30, 2007

| 5,337 views

Being open to God’s calling

Sermon Body Outline Opening Illustration: [use natural gestures] Last night I took a journey to a land far ’cross the seas; I didn’t go by boat or plane, I trusted on my knees. I saw so many people there in deepest depths of sin, and Jesus told me I should go that there were souls to win. But I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Gospel Message And Motivation Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

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Open Doors The Gospel Message and Motivation

Open Doors The Gospel Message and Motivation Acts 18:5-11 November 10, 2013 We started this series in Colossians, where Paul tells us to walk in wisdom toward those who do not know Christ by making the best use of our time. So Paul asked the Colossian church to pray that God would open a door to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temple Keepers

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

based on 1 rating

| 4,040 views

Heaven will open when we are obedient

Isaiah 64:1-2 Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains would tremble before you! 2 As when fire sets twigs ablaze and causes water to boil, come down to make your name known to your enemies and cause the nations to quake before you! 3 For when you did awesome things ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing The Many Decision Doors Of Life Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2023

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Opening life's doors.

A. DOORS ABOUT HEAVEN 1. The door of salvation. “ I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture” (John 10:9). 2. The door of discipleship. “You can enter God’s kingdom only through the narrow door. The highway to hell is a wide door for the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

X-Ray Vision

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002

based on 180 ratings

| 15,755 views

As Elisha’s eyes were opened to see God’s protection, so can your eyes be opened to see the supernatural.

I. ENEMY PLANNED AN AMBUSH 8 Then the king of Syria warred against Israel, and took counsel with his servants, saying, In such and such a place shall be my camp. II. EVERY ATTACK WAS PREEMPTED BY PROPHETIC PREPARATION — EAVESDROPPING ON HELL 9 And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23

Denomination: Church Of God

The Final Hours Of The Lord Jesus -From Golgotha To The Grave (For Now) Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 19, 2021

| 2,012 views

The Lord Jesus is in His last moments of agony and pain, both physically and spiritually as He completes His mission of redemption for fallen humanity. It looked on the surface, however, like a victory for his enemies and the devil as He died and was placed in a borrowed tomb, or so it would seem.

(Adapted from an outline by Mark A. Copeland) Following a night and morning of torture, ridicule, and mockery, Jesus was taken away to be crucified (Mark 14:53-15:25). For six long, horrendous, cruel hours He hung on the cross, and to add insult to injury, He heard the continuing mockery ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-47, Luke 23:46, Matthew 27:50, Hebrews 10:19-20, 1 Peter 2:21-25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Or The Wrapping?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 23, 2014

based on 2 ratings

| 4,138 views

Have you opened God's gift or just intrigued with the wrapping?

Baruch ata Adonai Eloheinu melech ha-olam asher kidshanu b'mitz-vo-tav v'tzi-va-nu l'hadlik ner shel Chanukah. We praise You, Adonai our God, Ruler of the universe, who hallows us with mitzvot and commands us to kindle the Chanukah lights. Maoz Tzur Ma'oz tzur yeshu'ati ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Isaiah 53: It Wasn't Very Long Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 17, 2024

based on 1 rating

| 565 views

The trials of Jesus, the suffering of Jesus on the cross, and His time in the tomb did not take very long, but impact us for eternity.

ISAIAH 53 SERIES: IT WASN’T VERY LONG ISAIAH 53:8-9 | #Isaiah53 PERSON IN THE CONGREGATION READS ISAIAH 53 READ ISAIAH 53:1-12 (ESV) “Who has believed what he has heard from us? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? 2 For He grew up before Him like a young plant, and like a root out ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He’s Alive

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 15, 2025

based on 1 rating

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This Resurrection Sunday (Easter), we'll be looking at Romans 6:4 and the two essential truths about Jesus’s resurrection: He Rose from the dead and is Alive.

He’s Alive Matthew 28:1-10 View on our Webpage: https://www.mesquitelivingwaters.com/past-live-streams/ Or YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-WxfIpIGXQ As I think about this special day, that which we know as Resurrection Sunday (Easter), I wonder what has happened where it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Romans 6:4, Romans 10:9-10, John 20:25-29, John 11:25-26 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Resurrection Sunday

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Apr 20, 2025

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This message is about the importance of Resurrection Sunday, how it is the essential part of our salvation. Understanding and believing the resurrection account help us to know the truth of Christ Jesus.

Well… today is Easter Sunday, and I’ll just tell you right up front, I don’t usually call it Easter Sunday, I call it Resurrection Sunday. Because that’s what today is all about. The resurrection of Jesus Christ. And I admit, that when I was a kid, I didn’t really understand what this holiday was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 1 Timothy 1:6-10, 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revelation Lesson #9 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 27, 2024

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As we begin we have opened six of the seven seals around the little scroll which could only be opened by the Lamb who was slain–Jesus Christ. Before the seventh seal is opened, we encounter seven trumpets.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13, Revelation 9:1-21, Numbers 10:9-10, Joshua 6:5, 1 Corinthians 15:52 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Treasuring God's Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 29, 2012

| 5,234 views

Belief in God's sacrificial love opens the window to eternal life.

“Treasuring God’s Sacrifice” John 3:1-21 Sometimes getting fresh air into our home or office is pretty simple. All we need to do is open the window. Nicodemus and Jesus were working on a project; it was called eternal life. As John describes their encounter he teaches us that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shock And Awe (Focusing On Christ Death On The Cross) Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Apr 2, 2003

based on 47 ratings

| 5,425 views

The Bible has a different version of Shock and Awe, it came on the Cross. This sermon looks at the passage in Mathew concerning Christ Death

Focusing on Jesus Dieing on the Cross Mathew 27:45-54 Introduction A. For the last couple of weeks we have been hearing about this Shock and Awe strategy. B. The Idea is simple. You hit the enemy with your best shot C. You let him have everything D. By doing this you make him afraid, and hope for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christ's Final Week: Darkness Before The Dawning

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 15, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 6,080 views

With Christ crucified and laid in a tomb everything was dark and appeared hopeless. It’s always darkest before the dawn.

CHRIST’S FINAL WEEK: DARKNESS BEFORE THE DAWNING PSALM 30:5b “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. Introduction: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5

Denomination: Baptist

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