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  • All Ye Jigs And Juleps, Praise The Lord

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,355 views

    The whole created order finds joy in the coming of Christ. It’s time we truly celebrated, either by doing something good for ourselves or by helping someone else.

    The psalm which we just read together was paraphrased many years ago by Archbishop Cranmer as a great hymn of praise, used for generations in the Church of England. Its Latin name is "Benedicite omnia opera": "Bless the Lord, all ye works of the Lord". This hymn is a long recitation of many of ...read more

  • Promise, Shame, And Fulfillment

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,697 views

    Advent 1986: Everyone goes through a dynamic of promise, leading to shame, then leading to fulfillment, if we understand fulfillment as the presence of God.

    I like the little quip about the fellow who offered His prayer with all sincerity and with tremendous urgency. “Lord," he said, "Lord, give me the gift of patience, and give it to me right now!” Well, at least he knew his need even if he did not exactly demonstrate an understanding of ...read more

  • Prince Of Peace: The Wounded Spirit Whole

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,084 views

    Advent 1987: Many of us live with deep disappointments, profoundly wounded spirits. Whole nations so live, thanks to the scourge of war. Christ, the Word Made Flesh, does more than tell us to "get over it." He stands beside us, with us.

    Jim, as I will call him, was a successful pastor, acclaimed for his preaching skill, sought out for his wisdom, almost worshipped by the flocks of young adults who came to the church he served. It seemed he could do no wrong and that he had it all together, from here on out. Nothing, it seemed, ...read more

  • Joseph The Holy Man Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 9, 2013
     | 5,362 views

    Not much is said about Joseph the husband of Mary in the Holy Bible. But the simplicity of his story in Matthew 1 can lead to some conclusions indicating that he was a man who loved God and had amazing character traits! PTL!!

    How do you react when something totally unexpected and earth shattering happens in your life? We can learn a lot from how Joseph responded to Mary’s unexpected pregnancy. Matthew 1:18-25 “This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married ...read more

  • Jesus Christ Is Coming To Town

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 11, 2013
     | 9,039 views

    There is someone coming in red and white, but not Santa. It is Jesus in a white robe stained with blood.

    Jesus Christ is Coming to Town John 12:9-19 It had since He had come to town. The last time he had been there a notable miracle had taken place. Lazarus, who had been dead for four days was raised from the dead at the command of Jesus. Jesus had raised Jairus’ daughter from the sleep of ...read more

  • Glory To God In The Highest

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,928 views

    Handel’s Messiah had a song “AND THE GLORY”. So easily we can miss what it means, “AND THE GLORY OF THE LORD SHONE AROUND THEM.” This phrase is a powerful revelation of the Lord God’s presence at Christmas

    TITLE: GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 2:8-14 What a Celebration this morning for Christmas Sunday. We have had a blessed Advent Season and what a spirit filled Christmas Candlelight Service this past Wednesday. Most of you really missed a treat. Surprisingly, for Oklahoma, ...read more

  • Mighty God Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 5, 2012
     | 10,532 views

    If you want to bring purpose and meaning back into your life this Christmas season, it starts when you reverence Jesus as deity. Then rely on Him as your defender and deliverer from sin, for He, and He alone is the Mighty God.

    An elderly man in Phoenix, Arizona, calls his son in New York and says, “I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing – 45 years of misery is enough.” “Pop, what are you talking about?” the son asks. “We can't stand the ...read more

  • It's A Wonderful Life Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 9, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,404 views

    What would the world be like if there was no Christmas and No Jesus? This message was inspired by John Ortberg's message "Who is this Man?"

    It’s a Wonderful Life (Begin with Clip from “It’s a Wonderful Life” scene where George meets Clarence and wishes he had never been born” It’s a Wonderful Life has consistently been ranked in the top 100 movies of all times, it has been called the number one ...read more

  • Covenant: God Pursues Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 23, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
     | 33,153 views

    One could make the case that the Bible is the story of God pursuing people who have been running from Him and ruining their lives in the process.

    Covenant: God Pursues Series: “Ancient-Future Christmas” Jeremiah 31:31-34 Rev. Brian Bill 12/23/12 What are you hoping to receive this Christmas? American Express did a survey recently and found that 31% of people said that receiving a “fruitcake” would be the worst gift ...read more

  • For Unto Us A Child Is Born

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,147 views

    Short sermon based on Isiah 9:6

    “For Unto Us a Child Is Born” Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. I. His Coming – ...read more

  • Mary Is Invited To Trust Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 9, 2015
     | 5,919 views

    Mary was invited to trust … will we trust God? Will we invite others to trust Him because of what we have received? Or, will we invite others to(at a minimum) experience what we’ve seen and heard?

    Mary is invited to trust Luke 1:26-38 Introduction - Today’s Message is titled, “Mary is invited to Trust” - Advent is a wonderful time of year for all Christians to celebrate -- However, there is something that gets lost in the hustle/bustle of the holiday -- APP: It is what ...read more

  • Christmas Is About Our Reaction Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 19, 2015
     | 5,484 views

    This message looks at how various folks in the Christmas Story responded to what was happening.

    Last week we celebrated Christmas with our children’s presentation, which I’m sure Marilyn and her crew would testify is kind of like herding cats. And that was part of the process that led Charlie Brown to ask in frustration, “Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is ...read more

  • Mary, You Did Know!

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 22, 2015
     | 9,267 views

    Comedian Mark Lowry wrote what has now become a classic Christmas song entitled Mary, Did You Know. This message answers his question that yes, Mary did know that her son was the face of God.

    Mary, You Did Know! Luke 1: 39 – 56 The big news this week has been The Voice finals. Yes, a young man by the name of Jordan Smith captured America’s attention (and their votes) with a stirring rendition of the now classic Christmas song Mary, Did You Know. Smith closed the ...read more

  • Prepare For Christmas

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 23, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,209 views

    How should we prepare for the birthday of King Jesus? John the Baptist calls us to repentance, to preparing the way for him into our lives and making straight a highway into our hearts.

    [Sermon preached on 17 December 2017, 3rd Sunday in Advent / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Every year again I am surprised how much time and energy goes into preparing for Christmas. So many things to do… and in the end so few things that really matter. The famous American author John Grisham wrote ...read more

  • The Axe Is Laid To The Roots

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 8, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,964 views

    What does it mean to repent?

    The Axe is Laid to the Roots Luke 3:7-18 As we come to the third Sunday of Advent, we continue in the third chapter of Luke. Last week, we saw who John the Baptist was, what God had called Him to do, and where he performed his mission. This week we will look at how this mission was carried ...read more