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When Jesus Stopped: For Zacchaeus

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Sep 3, 2017

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We need to overcome what obstacles in our lives that might hinder us from seeking and seeing Jesus.

WHEN JESUS STOPPED: FOR ZACCHAEUS INTRO TO TOPIC: QUOTE: Leonard Ravenhill: “There was a time when people came to church to meet with God. Now they come to church to sing songs and hear stories about Him.” Do we believe that Jesus is the same yesterday today and forever? (Hebrews 13:8). “1 A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: *other

How To Enjoy Life- Dealing With Conflict Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 21, 2024

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This is the 195th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 3rd sermon from Philippians.

Series: Action [#195] HOW TO ENJOY LIFE- DEALING WITH CONFLICT Philippians 2:1-8 Introduction: One of the greatest hindrances to enjoying life is conflict in our relationships. How do you deal with conflict? Unity is key to having a fulfilling and enjoyable life. Very little is accomplished ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Full Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 20, 2020

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This is the 14th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#14] FULL? Acts 6:8-15 Introduction: On this Father’s Day, what the Body of Christ needs and what the world needs is men of God who will live like Jesus and lead like Jesus. I want to ask each of you a question; but before I do, I want to say, “Don’t think dirty thoughts when I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Does History Repeat Itself Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 5, 2020

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This is the 15th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is also an Independence Day sermon.

Series: Action [#15] DOES HISTORY REPEAT ITSELF? Acts 7:1-53 Introduction: Today, the sermon is going to be mainly Scripture reading. I had considered many ways of preaching this sermon without just reading 50 verses of Scripture all at once. This 53 verses of Scripture is Stephen’s sermon and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Openings (Easter)

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 16, 2001

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Luke chapter 24 contains several divine openings which deal with the resurrection of Christ.

DIVINE OPENINGS Luke 24:1-3, 13-16, 28-32 INTRO.- I Cor. 16:9 Paul said, “A great door for effective work has opened to me, and there are many who oppose me.” A GREAT DOOR HAS OPENED TO ME. Many times throughout our lives certain doors are opened to us. Doors of opportunity. ILL.- A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God With Us

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 21, 2015

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Jesus to bridge the gap between mankind and God had to come to this world because the world had no other way to get to God

God with us Matthew 1:18-1:25 Introduction- Here we are again, last Sunday before Christmas. Next Sunday some will be wearing their now wrapped unknown gifts. This Sunday is anticipation of Christmas, Thursday in a blink of an eye will be done, and next Sunday anticipating the New Year. If ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

The Church: God's Imperfect People

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 3, 2002

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Like conflict in the family, conflict in God’s family, the Church, is resolved through trust, respect, and cooperation.

As a child, what was your favorite story? Was it Little Red Riding Hood? Or Snow White? Or Peter Pan? As I prepared for this morning, I thought about Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Now Goldilocks and the Three Bears was not my favorite childhood story but I thought about all that Goldilocks went ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Renewed, Refreshed, And Revived

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 7, 2018

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This sermon looks at what it is going to take to become renewed, refreshed, and revived in our soul and spirit. We look at our need to find rest in Jesus, be renewed in our minds, and find godly fellowship

Renewed, Refreshed, and Revived A customer wrote a letter of complaint to a company he had bought a knife from. He said that as he used his new knife it had gotten dull, and he had expected that it would last a long time. The company responded, “It will. Sharpen it and try it again.” No matter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 12:2, Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Foursquare

Something New In My Life Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 20, 2023

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Do you feel your life is just getting nowhere? You feel you are doing the same routine again and again, day after day.

INTRODUCTION Do you feel your life is just getting nowhere? You feel you are doing the same routine again and again, day after day. You feel you are in a sort of stuck-up position where you feel you cannot do anything to change your present condition with absolutely no hope. It is a desert ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18, Isaiah 43:8, Haggai 2:9, Isaiah 1:18, Proverbs 24:16, Isaiah 43:19 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Deeply Rooted In Jesus Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 30, 2022

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More than anything else, this what I want for you - to KNOW Jesus. To be rooted and grounded in HIM.

October 01, 2022 When Paul was converted that day on the road to Damascus, his passion changed. He went from a denier of Jesus to his strongest and most outspoken advocate. For Paul, it was more than just speaking the truth about Jesus. The deepest desire of his heart was for those under his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, Ephesians 3:14-21, Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Apr 15, 2002

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The wayward son reveals a side of God’s character . . . His love.

THE PRODIGAL SON By JERRY FALWELL A. INTRODUCTION: IT’S ABOUT THE FATHER, NOT ABOUT THE SON. 1. The wayward son reveals a side of God’s character which most people don’t know, i.e., His love. 2. The Father’s love does not depend on how good you are or what you do. 3. The Father’s love for all of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Receive From God

Contributed by Terry Owens on Mar 30, 2001

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There’s more to receiving from God than just hoping, there’s faith, learn how to receive from God in this message.

How to receive from God 2 Corinthians 1:20 There are a lot of questions that come to people’s minds when it comes to receiving from the Lord. Some people would rather not believe that God still meets needs so they don’t have to exercise any faith to receive what they need from the Lord. If the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Prodigal Sons" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

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Sometimes the worst thing God can do is to give us what we want. the prodigal leaves for a "far country", a place which exists first in our hearts.

"The Prodigal Sons", Luke 15:11-32 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: Restlessness> vss 1- 11-12 Rebellion> vss 13-16 Repentance> vss 17-19 Reconciliation> vss 20-24 Resentment> vss 25-32 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Congregational

Lessons From The Shunammite Mother

Contributed by Stan Szelkowski on May 10, 2007

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Learning the lesson of persistence from the Shunammite mother. A Mother’s Day Message.

“Lessons from the Shunammite Mother” II Kings 4:18-37 Intro: Lessons from my Mother - We are going to learn some lessons from the Shunammite mother - Give the background from II Kings 4:8-17 - Read II Kings 4:18-37 The Shunammite mother refused to give up vs. 18-22 She refused to give up when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:18-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Horribleness Of Stubbornness

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 17, 2002

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If it hadn’t been for his stubbornness we might never have known what this older brother really was. So let’s look at him, & then look at ourselves. "What kind of person am I?" (PowerPoints Available - #289)

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) (Powerpoints used with this message are available at no charge. Just email me at mnewland@sstelco.com and request #289.) TEXT: Luke 15:25-32; Hosea 4:16 ILL. A number of years ago, after announcing that I was going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-33, Hosea 4:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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