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  • Timm Meyer avatar

    Narrow Is Heaven's Door

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 15, 2022
     | 1,701 views

    The narrow door is open. The narrow door will shut.

    NARROW IS HEAVEN’S DOOR (Outline) November 6, 2022 – Pentecost 22 – LUKE 13:22-30 INTRO: Someone in the crowd asked Jesus the question of the ages. “Lord, are only a few going to be saved?” Such a question makes us wonder. What about me? Am I part of the few to be saved? We always to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Go! And Sow With Generous Hearts Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 19, 2025
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     | 577 views

    In Scripture, harvest is not just about crops—it is about souls. It is about lives transformed by the grace of God. And here’s the truth: God calls His people to live with generous hearts so that His harvest may be plentiful.

    Go! And Sow with Generous Hearts Introduction: The Overflow of a Generous Heart Let me begin with a question: when you think of harvest, what comes to mind? For some, it’s golden fields ready to be gathered. For others, it’s full baskets of fruit and vegetables. Harvest is a time of joy, of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Responses To The Resurrection”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 24, 2008
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     | 5,543 views

    People still respond to the fact of the empty tomb today in much the same way as did the soldiers and the women on that first Easter morning.

    Four friends were talking about death. One asked the other three, "When you are in your casket and people are mourning you, what would you like to hear them say about you?" The first man said, "I’d like to hear them say that I was a fine physician in my time and a great family man." The second ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Resurrection Journey To Faith

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 334 ratings
     | 12,934 views

    Mary Magdalene’s world had collapsed on the crucifixion of Jesus and she came to the tomb Searching, Learning, Seeing and then Believing.

    The resurrection of Jesus demands a personal response. Pollsters take pleasure in getting the opinion of the general public, asking, "Do you believe that Jesus rose from the dead?" They are keen to tell us: what percentage believe he actually physically came to life again; how many say he didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Communion

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 86 ratings
     | 28,828 views

    Because of Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection from the tomb, eternal life is available to all who receive of Jesus Christ.

    COMMUNION In the Old Testament, there was a time that was called “Passover”. Much of the symbols we have with our Communion come from that time of celebration. In the Passover meal, the bread had a particular significance. When the Hebrew women made their household bread, they took a piece of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pray And Wait

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Apr 8, 2003
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,065 views

    In these days of uncertainty -- of war and violence -- we should look to the ladies outside the tomb for an example of what we can do.

    Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Today is a day of uncertainty. Our lives, whether consciously or unconsciously, are filled with anxiety about the future of our communities, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Scott Carmer avatar

    Lemon Trees In A Snowstorm

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,265 views

    Lemons peeked through the snow outside the tomb of Lazarus. Just so, on Good Friday, there remains the promise of a better tomorrow.

    Lemon Trees in a Snowstorm John 12:1-8 Good Friday April 6, 2007 Let me begin this evening by reading to you from the prophecy of Isaiah. In the 43rd chapter, we read these words. This is what the Lord says – he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Does The Resurrection Prove (Easter Message)

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 9, 2016
     | 6,373 views

    On the first Easter morning, some of Jesus’ closest friends came to the garden tomb to finish preparing His body.

    What Does the Resurrection Prove (Easter Message) Matt. 28.5-7 March 27, 2016 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Introduction: 1 On the first Easter morning, some of Jesus’ closest friends came to the garden tomb to finish preparing His body. a Matthew 28:5-7 (NASB) 5 The angel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Proclaim: He Is Risen Indeed! (Easter Sunday) Luke 24:34 & Acts 4:33 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 12, 2025
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     | 684 views

    The empty tomb is not just a historical fact; it is the foundation of our hope, the assurance of our salvation, and the power behind our proclamation.

    Go! And Proclaim: He Is Risen Indeed! (Easter Sunday) Luke 24:34 & Acts 4:33 Introduction: Today we gather to celebrate the cornerstone of our faith—the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. The empty tomb is not just a historical fact; it is the foundation of our hope, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Empty Promises Of Easter

    Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 3,939 ratings
     | 568,837 views

    Three promises of Easter: Empty Cross - the forgiveness of sins, Empty Tomb - eternal life, Empty Burial Clothes - personal relationship with Jesus.

    Tomb, You shall not hold Him longer, Death is strong, but life is stronger Stronger than the dark, the light; Stronger than the wrong, the right; Faith and hope triumphant say; Christ will rise on Easter Day. While the patient earth lies waiting Till the morning shall be breaking Shuddering ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Easter: He Still Moves Stones

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 26,357 views

    This is an Easter sermon that uses the stone at the tomb as a metaphor for the problems of life. It is topical and alliterated with Power Point available, just email me.

    HE STILL MOVES STONES Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL It was early that first Easter morning. What little grass grew in that arid climate was moist with the morning’s dew. The cool air of early spring breezed through the blossoming branches of nearby trees. The sun crept ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Evidence For Jesus' Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,625 views

    This sermon examines the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. There are three evidences: (1) The Empty Tomb, (2) The Resurrection Appearances, and (3) The Transformation of the Disciples.

    Scripture How do you know that Jesus is alive? Christians claim that Jesus is alive. Today, I would like to show you the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. Let’s read 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 14-15a, 17: "1 Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Charles Wall, Jr. avatar

    He's Alive; I'm Forgiven; Heaven's Gates Are Opened Wide

    Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Mar 25, 2021
     | 5,065 views

    Sunrise Service - He's Alive by Don Francisco - a perfect blend of words and music that communicates powerful truths.

    There is a new, old song that I have loved ever since the first time I heard it. It’s new in the sense that’s it’s not a hymn of yesteryear but it’s old b/c it was first released in 1977 & some of you weren’t even alive then – 41 years ago. I wish I could play the guitar & sing it for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Thanksgiving And The Peace Of Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 11, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,394 views

    We are called to live grateful lives, open to God and open to people. God does this by give us a quality that Jesus had in abundance: Peace.

    Sermon - Thanksgiving 2015 - Church at the Mission - Colossians 3:15-17 The story is told of two old friends who bumped into one another on the street one day. One of them looked very sad, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What has the world done to you, my old friend?" The sad ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope For The Hopeless Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 15, 2025
     | 1,072 views

    Christ is risen! So don’t be confused any longer. Instead, be confident and share the good news!

    Many years ago, a man climbed up on the side of the Brooklyn Bridge and was about to jump when a policeman grabbed him and drew him back. The man protested, “You don’t understand how miserable I am and how hopeless my life is. Please, let me go.” The officer tried to talk him out of it. He told ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free