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  • Mary Erickson avatar

    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 16, 2019
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    Christ Jesus came to seek the lost and save the sinner.

    January 13, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 15:1-10; 1 Timothy 1:12-15 Lost and Found Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Just so I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Trusting God's Provision: Transformed By Eternal Values Luke 12:25 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 22, 2024
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    In Luke 12:25, where Jesus instructs His followers not to worry about life's necessities but to trust in God's care. This passage invites us to examine our priorities and embrace a transformative perspective centred on eternal values.

    Trusting God's Provision: Transformed by Eternal Values Luke 12:25 Introduction: Today, we explore Luke 12:25, where Jesus instructs His followers not to worry about life's necessities but to trust in God's care. This passage invites us to examine our priorities and embrace a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Party Is Over PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023
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    Explore the transformative power of Christ's light in our lives, overcoming the darkness of a life lived without Him.

    Good morning, friends! We're about to embark on a journey of understanding, a journey into the profound wisdom of John 1:5 - "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." In the words of Watchman Nee, "Outside of Christ, I am only a sinner, but in Christ, I am saved. ...read more

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    Gods Open Invitation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 7, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 809 views

    This is the 54th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#54] GOD’S OPEN INVITATION Luke 14:15-24 Introduction: This NFL season, Karen has been a Kansas City Chiefs fan; and they have not done well. Since the 2024-2025 season, the Chiefs team has dealt with a distraction- Travis Kelce (Tight End) and Taylor Swift have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Worldly Wise Man And Wisdom Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 22, 2018
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    Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise. (1 Corinthians 3.18)

    September 27, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.7.A: The Worldly Wise Man and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3.18-23 1 Cor 3:18-23 (KJV) 18 Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Seed Among The Soils Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 29, 2009
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     | 7,305 views

    “A farmer went out to plant his seed.” He didn’t go to school for 8 years. He didn’t go out to the field and smash every rock, pull every weed, plow up the path. He didn’t read “Planters Diary”, draw diagrams of the fields, agonize back and forth about

    Get Started – The Parable of the Seed Among the Soils Feb 15, 2009 Luke 8:1-15 Intro: We all love a good story. From our earliest bedtime memories of “Peter Rabbit”, “Goodnight Moon”, “The Tortoise and the Hare”, to our love of movies, to the simple way we share our lives through the re-telling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Sin In 1 John (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 2, 2019
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    Why is the apostle John so urgent in his speaking about sin and the ramifications for our lives? How does our personal sin affect the perceived glory of God in our sphere of influence?

    Dealing with Sin in 1 John Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 John 1:5-7 “This is the message we have heard from Him and declare to you: God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What To Pray For This Year

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 6, 2013
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     | 5,429 views

    Paul’s prayer for the Colossians teaches us how to pray for ourselves and others this year.

    “What To Pray For This Year” Colossians 1:9-14 Today is the first Sunday of a New Year! Perhaps you made a New Years resolution. Many of us do. Here is some interesting information about New Years resolutions from thee University of Scranton. Journal of Clinical Psychology, (Published: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Holy Habit #6: Brotherly Kindness Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 24, 2025
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    “Loving one another is not optional in the Christian life. It is the evidence of it.” (John Piper) This is where all our spiritual growth leads.

    HOLY HABIT #6: Brotherly Kindness 2 Peter 1:5-7 Introduction “Loving one another is not optional in the Christian life. It is the evidence of it.” (John Piper) This is where all our spiritual growth leads. The Holy Habits of 2 Peter 1 begin with faith and end with love. That journey transforms ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Promises Yet To Receive PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 763 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, maintain a heavenly perspective, and actively pursue God's promises, following the example of biblical patriarchs and matriarchs.

    Good morning, dear friends. It is indeed a joyful occasion to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the warmth of fellowship and to bask in the glow of His divine love. We are here to seek His face, to learn from His word, and to grow in His grace. Today, we turn our attention to ...read more

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    When God Stands Up, The Enemies Run PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
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     | 855 views

    Explores the active protection of God, the power of His presence, and the importance of perseverance in faith, as illustrated in Psalms 68:2.

    Good morning, cherished friends. It warms my heart to see each of you here today, gathered in unity and love, radiating the light of God's grace. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of ...read more

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    The Gift Of Serenity Series

    Contributed by Mark Cooney on Dec 4, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,579 views

    The second part of an Advent series. As we follow Joseph’s example, we can unwrap God’s gift of peace.

    Matthew 1:18-25 December 4, 2005 ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS...Serenity Introduction: - ILLUSTRATION: A little boy and girl were singing their favourite Christmas carol in church the Sunday before Christmas. The boy concluded "Silent Night" with the words, "Sleep in ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Stunned By Inexpressible Joy!

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,208 views

    Heaven is the ever increasing, ever deepening revelation of the experience of the love of Jesus

    STUNNED BY INEXPRESSIBLE JOY! Heaven is the ever increasing, ever deepening revelation of the experience of the love of Jesus - 10 billion years from now we will still be stunned daily by the beauty, majesty etc - It’s not just for heaven – Jesus: “thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The"If" Of Knowing Jesus Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 30, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,271 views

    If anyone sins, we have an advocate with the Father, but He expects our obedience.

    The “If” of Knowing Jesus. I John 2:1-6 INTRO.: Wm. Barclay introduces his exegesis of this passage with the following thoughts: In I John 1:7-9, John says two very important things about sin. He says the blood of Christ purifies us from all sin. This means forgiveness and cleansing come through ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    6. Decisions Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 29, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,149 views

    These verses tell us of the results of Jonah’s preaching. It seems everyone decided from the King all the way down to the youngest to repent. God always honors His word!

    God must honor his word, repent, or perish, Luke 13:5 I. The Common People 1. The people of Nineveh did not rebel against the message, they repented. 3: 5 a. Proverbs 28:13, only two things we can do with sin: confess or cover. b. John 6:60-61; 66-69 2. Their repentance was not delayed it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist