Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

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  • Todd Kornahrens avatar

    Here I Am Lord

    Contributed by Todd Kornahrens on Dec 24, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
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    We can learn a lot from the faith of young Mary when she encounters the Angel Gabriel

    One of the aspects of the Christmas Story that always fascinates and amazes me is the virgin birth of our Lord Jesus It shows us the power of our God, that he can change the rules of nature he can do things that have never been done before to accomplish his will That through the gift of the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • W Pittendreigh avatar

    Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Dec 25, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
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    Angels always approach humans with "Don’t be afraid." Easier said than done. We are very afraid.

    As a kid fear was a great experience. Especially if it involved SOMEBODY ELSE being afraid. Christmas and Easter are great holidays, but when I was a kid, Halloween was the most fun. Dressing up like some ghost or monster and jumping out of the bushes to yell, “boo!” And to see your best friend ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Nothing Is Impossible With God Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005
     | 7,420 views

    Nothing Is Impossible With God

    ***Start with Role Play*** 1 girl – Mary 1 girl – Mary’s Mom 1 guy – Mary’s Dad 1 guy – Joseph Mary has just found out that she is pregnant but she is still a virgin and now needs to tell her parents and boyfriend that she is pregnant. The scripture that I want to look at today can be found in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Priest And The Peasant Girl Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Greg Stine on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 2,871 views

    Second of two comparing and contrasting Zacharias and Mary and their responses to the angelic announcement.

    The Priest and the Peasant Girl II 9/26/99 Luke 1:26-38 Review Zacharias General tenor of Gabriel’s announcement. 5 character traits demonstrated by Mary I. Humility vs. 28,29 Z. troubled at sight of G., Mary troubled at salutation. James 4:6 "…God resisteth the proud, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clarence Talley avatar

    Christmas Is About Warfare

    Contributed by Clarence Talley on Dec 19, 2000
    based on 58 ratings
     | 3,771 views

    The Advent of Jesus Christ is the continuing saga between good and evil

    CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT WARFARE by Rev. Clarence Talley, Sr Youth Pastor and Professor of Art PVAMU Don’t be alarm but Christmas is also about warfare. Christmas is more than the fulfillment of the promised Messiah. It is also an escalation in the war between the forces of good and evil. No one, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Vincent avatar

    The Mystery Of The Incarnation

    Contributed by Paul Vincent on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,651 views

    A vivid portrayal of the coming move of God

    The Miracle of the Incarnation: A vivid portrayal of the coming move of God Text: Luke 1:26-38 Introduction: Just as the coming move of God was on the horizon before the incarnation, so it is now. God is about to do something spectacular in the earth. We must learn lessons from the past and there ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ernest Canell avatar

    We Should Have Slavery Once Again

    Contributed by Ernest Canell on Jan 2, 2001
    based on 117 ratings
     | 3,989 views

    Being a bondslave of the Lord

    We should have slavery once again Luke 1:26-38 THE LIGHT SIDE A little girl wanted her daddy to tell her a story. He wove together a fine tale that involved slaves. After he finished his story, she asked, "What’s a slave daddy?" He explained it the best that he could. When he was through the little ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Mark Haines avatar

    A Man Named John

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 7, 2001
    based on 86 ratings
     | 5,300 views

    A combination inductive and deductive message challenging people to determine what God wants their lives to mean.

    Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living with Purpose/Mission/Meaning Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to determine what God wants their lives to mean. Response: Individuals will ponder the meaning of their lives, asking, “What is God’s mission for my ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Travis Moore avatar

    The Original Dynamic Duo Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 154 ratings
     | 5,064 views

    A look at the births of John and Jesus

    THE ORIGINAL DYNAMIC DUO Luke 1:5-80 INTRODUCTION: A Recap of Luke’s Introduction (1:1-4) A. v. 1 - Many had written about the life of JESUS. B. v. 2 - Eyewitnesses passed one their first hand knowledge of JESUS’ life. C. v. 3- After careful investigation, Luke set out to write an orderly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Hostetler avatar

    The Question Of Mary: How Will This Be? Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 119 ratings
     | 6,954 views

    A call to receive the grace of God to meet your need

    The Questions of Christmas (2) The Question of Mary How Will This Be? Scripture Reading: Luke 1:26-38 The biggest surprise of my life happened in the summer of my sixteenth year when a tall, lithe, beautiful brunette-- whom I had asked out the summer before and been refused-- started going ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Keith Linkous avatar

    Could You Give Birth To God's Baby

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jul 18, 2001
    based on 134 ratings
     | 7,666 views

    What does God want to send to the earth through you? Learn from Mary’s example about dealing with the key issues to being a channel for God.

    Philippians 4:13 tells us "[We] can do all things through Christ Who strengthens us." We often quote that for encouragement, or try and motivate others to move forward in what seems to be impossible endeavors. But it becomes a source of divine encouragement when you understand that God believes ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Campbell avatar

    Mary The Slave-Girl

    Contributed by David Campbell on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 4,822 views

    At Christmas, we might wonder what made Mary so special to God? We may find the answer in one word she used to describe herself to Gabriel: "Handmaid".

    Mary the "Slave-Girl" Luke 1:26-38 Pastor Dave Campbell Mary must have been quite a girl. To be chosen of God to bear His Son and raise Him to adulthood was no small thing! When the angel Gabriel appeared to her and spoke of God’s plan for salvation and her part in it all, she responded with ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • David Haun avatar

    Mary -- Series

    Contributed by David Haun on Nov 30, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,820 views

    God’s selection of a common girl offers guidance for our service, and hope for our effort in Christ.

    Christmas Series One MARY -- "I’M AVAILABLE" Hope Christian Church Tamarac, Florida November 30, 2003 Dr. David L. Haun Take a moment to remember when you were 14 years old. It was an awkward time (though you didn’t think so then). Your hormones were doing funny things. Your voice ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ray Scott avatar

    "John - The Forgotten Cousin At Christmas"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 2, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,510 views

    John the Baptist often gets overlooked in Christmas sermons. John introduces the ministry of Jesus. Christians are to continue the ministry of Jesus.

    “JOHN – The Forgotten Cousin At Christmas” Luke 1:6-66 INTRODUCTION: Christmas sermons always deal with the birth of Jesus … as well they should. HOWEVER, His cousin John gets left out a lot, when it comes to Christmas sermons. John is only 6 months older than Jesus. What did John and Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Dempsey Daniels avatar

    The Burden Lifting Day Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Dec 6, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,983 views

    The Burden Lifting Day

    A. God’s prophetic plan is always on Schedule. 1. Some periods sem to witness a faster pace of fulfillment. 2. Examples of seemingly slow times a. Israel captivity 400 years b. The 400 years of silence 3. Examples of swift fulfillment a. The deliverance from Egypt ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist