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The Lighthouse Keeper's Faith
A lighthouse keeper lived alone on a rocky island, maintaining a beacon that guided ships safely to harbor. Every night for thirty years, he climbed the narrow stairs to light the great lamp. Ships wo...
The Immigrant's Homecoming
Maria had lived in America for thirty years, building a successful business and raising her family. But every night, she dreamed of her hometown in Colombia—the smell of her grandmother's cooking, the...
The Master's Paintbrush
A famous artist was creating his masterpiece when his young apprentice accidentally knocked over a jar of black paint, splattering it across the canvas. The apprentice was horrified, certain he had ru...
The Parable of the Cell Phone Plan
A man struggled with expensive cell phone bills, carefully monitoring every minute and text to avoid overages. He lived in constant anxiety, always checking his usage, rationing his calls. One day, hi...
Catholic Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Catholic Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
Arminian (Wesleyan) Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Arminian (Wesleyan) Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
Christocentric Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Christocentric Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
Eastern Orthodox Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Eastern Orthodox Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
Pentecostal Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Pentecostal Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
The Climate Change & Stewardship Challenge - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a pre...
Finding Church in Everyday Moments - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Church presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in thei...
Lessons from Diversity & Inclusion - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Diversity & Inclusion presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who fa...
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd,...
The Lent Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Lent presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar strug...
A Contemporary A Better Political Imagination Story - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like...
When Nonviolent Resistance Meets Real Life - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Nonviolent Resistance presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical character...
Finding God in Diversity & Inclusion - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Diversity & Inclusion presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar stru...
Finding Peace in Everyday Moments - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Peace presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their t...
Lessons from AI & Human Dignity - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, AI & Human Dignity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar strug...
Progressive / Social Justice Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Progressive / Social Justice Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
Finding God in Economic Inequality & Generosity - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Economic Inequality & Generosity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced s...
The Online Church & Community Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Online Church & Community presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters wh...
Finding Economic Justice and the Kingdom in Everyday Moments - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Economic Justice and the Kingdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like...
Modern Examples of Social Media and Community - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Social Media and Community presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical char...