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God's Presence Among Us
Contributed by Dave Collins on Nov 22, 2000 (message contributor)
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1. The Prophecies
Contributed on Nov 22, 2000
This sermon will be to show that Christ's birth and life was foretold about in many prophecies in the Old Testament; just as Christ's life was written about and had a plan we can know that ours does, too.
Scripture Reading-Jeremiah 23:3-8- Intro: There are many prophecies in the Old Testament regarding the Christ. This week we'll be looking at three that concern his birth and early childhood. I. The prophecy of the Virgin Birth Anchor verse: Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself will ...read more
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2. The Preparation
Contributed on Nov 22, 2000
This sermon will be preached about John the Baptist and how he prepared the way for the Lord; we must now go out and preach the good news.
Scripture Reading- Intro: John the Baptist, both family and follower of Jesus, but also the one that prepared the way for him to come. I. The Writings Anchor verse: Mark 1:2-3 It is written in Isaiah the prophet: "I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way" --"a ...read more
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3. The Proclamation
Contributed on Nov 22, 2000
This sermon will be preached to show that Christ's birth was proclaimed by the angels to various people; we must be God's messengers of peace and hope today.
Scripture Reading- Intro: The word angel is translated to mean, "messenger". Their sole purpose is to bring people messages from God. I. Proclamation of Hope Anchor verse: Luke 1:32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of ...read more
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4. The Presents
Contributed on Nov 22, 2000
This sermon will be to show that at the end of their search for the King of the Jews the Magi gave their gifts in worship, and found the perfect Christmas present; that present is still available to us.
Scripture Reading- Intro: "We three kings"…were they kings? There are conflicting theories regarding that. "Bearing gifts"…they each had a gift and today we'll look at each one means. I. Presented with Gold Anchor verse: Matthew 2:11 The gold represents His royalty. II. Presented ...read more