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  • Jessie Manuel

    Contributing sermons since Aug 24, 2019
Jessie's church

Youngs Chapel CME Church
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About Jessie
  • Comment to those looking at my sermons: I pray that these words inspire you spiritual, physical, and emotional blessings in true worship.
  • Sermon or series that made a difference: Help for Women in the Ministry
  • One of my favorite illustrations: There was a father that was showing his family the quick way to this Mother's house. On their way to her house, it began to get foggy in the woods as the family was holding hands. AS they got deeper into the woods, the father let go of the mother's hand. One of the sons says to the mother, "I can't see my father ." The mother pulled the boy's hand closer and said, " Don't worry, your father has traveled this way many times before."
  • Family: A divorced mother of six
  • What my parents think of my sermons: My mother will enjoy reading them.
  • What my spouse (really) thinks of my sermons: N/A
  • Best advice given to me about preaching: " If God brings you to it He will see you through it"
  • Books that have had an impact: The Bible Self-help
  • Hobbies: writing, singing, and sewing
  • If I could Preach one more time, I would say...: My Beloved, "Get your house in order."
  • Something funny that happened while preaching: One Sunday, I had on my robe, and I went to get up, and my skirt fell to the floor. I kicj=ked it up under the podium. NO. No one saw it. I was a musician also.
  • What I want on my tombstone: "Lived Her Life With Faith"
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  • "faith And Covenant: Meditating On God's Promises

    Contributed on Mar 10, 2025
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    This passage reflects themes of divine covenant, faith in the unseen, and the transformative power of God’s assurance. In the midst of fear and doubt, God reassures Abraham through a series of promises that establish a covenant relationship.

    Genesis 15:1-12 Introduction Genesis 15:1-12 presents a profound moment in the narrative of Abraham, where the promises of God intersect with the uncertainties that the patriarch faces. This passage reflects themes of divine covenant, faith in the unseen, and the transformative power of God’s ...read more

  • In The Setting Of Jeremiahs Sorrow

    Contributed on Mar 3, 2025
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    Jeremiah made prophecies during a period when Judah was threatened by invasion and moral decline; as a Jeremiah made prophecies during a period when Judah was threatened by invasion and moral decline; as a prophet he carried the weight of his people's wrongdoing and hardships.

    I "Lets take a moment to read Jeremiah 12 verses 󠇁to 󠈜 together." "Lord Almighty When I come to You with my concerns Can we discuss Your ways? Why do the wicked seem to thrive? How can those who deceive be content? They flourish like planted trees, Growing and ...read more

  • " They Hurt You In Secret, But God Will Expose Them Publicly"

    Contributed on Feb 25, 2025
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    I want to remind you of a powerful promise: Even when people hurt us in secret, God has the ability to expose those injustices publicly.

    Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence today, seeking comfort, strength, and truth in Your Word. As we prepare our hearts for communion, open our eyes to see Your goodness and our ears to hear Your voice. Help us to understand the depths of Your love and grace, especially ...read more

  • "From Genesis To Glory: The Legacy Of African American Labor” Honoring The Past And Inspiring The Future

    Contributed on Feb 21, 2025
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    The inspiring theme "African American Labor," a reflection not only on historical events but also on the resilience and ingenuity of our people. Just like Joseph, our journey has spanned from bondage to blessing, shaped by faith, struggle, and an indomitable spirit.

    "Joseph said to his brothers, 'I am Joseph! Is my father still living?' But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. Then Joseph said to his brothers, 'Come close to me. When they had done so, he said, "I am your brother Joseph, ...read more

  • The Righteousness Of God Preserves A Sinful People

    Contributed on Feb 7, 2025
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    A Nation on the Edge

    Introduction: A Nation on the Edge My brothers and sisters, We stand at a crossroads, much like Judah in the days of the prophet Jeremiah. A nation filled with promise yet drowning in rebellion, a people chosen yet blind to their calling, a land meant for righteousness, now polluted by ...read more

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  • "the Reflection Of Light"

    Contributed on Feb 24, 2025
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    Imagine a light bulb illuminating a dark room. When you first turn on that light, it overwhelms the darkness and reveals details that were previously hidden. In many ways, this is akin to how the glory of God transformed Moses. Now, consider a moment when you’ve been outdoors on a sunny day, ...read more

  • The Journey Of A Black Artist

    Contributed on Dec 30, 2024
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    Consider the journey of a fictional Afro American artist named Maya, who grew up in a neighborhood plagued by inequity. Her early life was fraught with challenges—families losing homes, schools underfunded, and dreams foiled by systemic barriers. However, Maya found solace in art, a channel ...read more

  • "a Candle In The Window: Embracing Hope This Advent"

    Contributed on Dec 22, 2024
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    As the evening wore on and the fire crackled gently in the hearth, Old Thomas gathered his family close, the soft glow of the candle illuminating their faces. It was a time for connection, reflection, and the cherished rituals of Advent that had been passed down through generations. “Now, let’s ...read more

  • The Time Is Now

    Contributed on Nov 11, 2024
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    Sermon Illustration: "The Time Is Now!" Biblical Text: 2 Corinthians 6:2 (NIV) - "For he says, 'In the time of my favor I heard you, and in the day of salvation I helped you.' I tell you, now is the time of God's favor, now is the day of ...read more