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    Preparing Our Hearts For The Advent Season PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023
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     | 785 views

    This sermon explores living in the light of Isaiah's prophecy, preparing for God's presence, and allowing His transformative power to work in us.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of hearts and souls. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We convene in this sacred space, bound by our shared faith, our love for our Savior, and our hunger for His Word. We are a tapestry of God's grace, each ...read more

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    2adventa: Preparing For Christmas Series

    Contributed by Bumble Ho on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,015 views

    We can learn from John the Baptist in preparing for Christ coming: 1) Don’t follow the world; 2) Do follow the Word, in a) different lifestyle, b) forward outlook, and 3) constant repentance.

    Have you put up your Christmas tree yet? Last night, a bunch of you guys gathered at my house after the college group’s ice-skating and I should have brought out the Christmas tree for you guys to decorate. To some people, Christmas season will not arrive until you have the Christmas trees up. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • R Daniel Carlson avatar

    Sermon For The 3rd Sunday In Advent

    Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Dec 19, 2013
    based on 1 rating
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    Be patient! The Lord is coming soon!

    “Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.” Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. “Lord grant ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Advent - Come All Ye Faithful

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,943 views

    Examines "Come All Ye Faithful" and Hebrews 1. Hymn speaks of much more than birth of Jesus, it calls us to worship Jesus because He is divine. YES, THE INTRO STORY IS ALL TRUE.

    Christmas Eve 1990. I came this close to being physically thrown out of church. We were new to town and we heard that a certain church in town had a fantastic Christmas Eve service. So, we went with some friends, about ten of us total, to this church in downtown Princeton, New Jersey. The church ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tiny Things And Righteous Things - Advent

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Dec 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,616 views

    Advent, first Sunday, kinda, sort of....We are righteous only because Jesus gives us righteousness. Also Isa 9:2-7.

    A couple of years ago there was a school principal in West Virginia who banned Valentines day at his school –it was too disrupting. He refused all deliveries of candy and flowers, not even any of the faculty could give or receive cards or gifts. People could complain, but he made the rules…He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Second Sunday In Advent: The Prophecy Candle Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 7, 2022
     | 2,256 views

    There were many prophecies about Jesus. This message covers a few of them. There's an illustration at the end that has spoken to me for many years.

    (Based on and edited from a message preached at FBC Chamois, MO on 12-04-2022. This is not an exact transcription) Introduction: Last week we lit the Hope candle and this week, we have two. In addition to the hope candle, this week is the prophecy candle, following one of the patterns I found on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas)

    Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 13,947 views

    Are we ready mentally and spiritually to celebrate Messiah’s arrival?

    Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas) (Luke 1:39-40) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/ready4jc.html] Luke 1:39-40 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Advent 2018 - The Provenance And Providence Of God Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 7, 2018
     | 5,758 views

    Many people need proof of the authenticity of Jesus the Christ who was born in a manger long ago. Matthew uses the genealogical record of Jesus in order to show Jesus' royal lineage. He also includes some folks in that lineage to show that the heart of the Lord is open to all!

    The Continuing Provenance and Providence of Jesus Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 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, Counselor, The Mighty God, The ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    First Sunday In Advent: The Hope Candle Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 1, 2022
     | 3,791 views

    Hope. Something everyone needs. This message describes times when hope seemed gone but reminds us that Jesus provides hope!

    (Modified from a message preached at FBC Chamois, MO on 11-27-2022; not an exact transcription) Introduction: This is the first Sunday in the Advent season, the four or so Sundays before Christmas Day. Now I understand that some churches believe in using these candles and some don’t; and there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advent: The Magi Seek The True Light Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Nov 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,922 views

    The Christmas Star and the infant Jesus appear insignificant to the human eye, but both in parallel have hidden power and might. The Apostle John explains how.

    Second passage reference Matt 2:1-12. The Gospel of Matthew tells us the story of the Magi, this group of astronomers from the East who follow a new star, and seek to find who the star belongs too. The Magi know that this star is not just any star, they know it is significant beyond anything they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Hope Of Advent: Coming Alive In Christ

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 26, 2000
    based on 1,528 ratings
     | 197,225 views

    Christmas is the promise of new life in Christ. We know what Christ is like. We know the joy of sins forgiven. We know the hope of heaven.

    THE HOPE OF ADVENT: COMING ALIVE IN CHRIST Ephesians 2:1-10 Years ago, there was a very wealthy man who, with his devoted young son, shared a passion for art collecting. Together they traveled around the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. Priceless works by ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    "Lord, Prepare Us For Your Advent”

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 3, 2025
     | 269 views

    Just as many of us travel during December, Advent reminds us of Jesus' "travel plans" to serve as our Savior. We'll use the Apostle Paul's travel plans to visit the Thessalonians as our guide.

    It’s estimated that a record 80 million Americans traveled 50 miles or more over the Thanksgiving Holiday this year. Of course, the majority (a record 71.7 million) of those traveled by car. But today they anticipate that a record-breaking 3 million people will travel by air. Yes, travel plans ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Our Mighty God Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 67 ratings
     | 31,666 views

    This is the second sermon in this series. 1. He Knows Where You Are. 2. He Knows What Shape You Are In. 3. He Knows How Much Time You Have Left. 4. He Knows The Efforts You Have Made To Save Yourself. 5. He Knows That You Need Him.

    Our Mighty God Have you ever found yourself at the mercy of someone else? Has your car ever broken down while you are quite a distance from home? Have you ever had a flat tire and gone to get the spare only to find that the spare was flat too or you don’t have one? Have you ever been traveling ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Faithful Hand Maiden

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 12, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,768 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Advent A sermon about Mary’s faithfulness

    4th Sunday in Advent Luke 1:26-38 "The Faithful Hand Maiden?" 26 ¶ In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And he came to her ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    God's Peace Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,839 views

    The last in a 4 part advent series on experiencing God's peace.

    God’s Peace December 18, 2022 What happens when things don’t go the way you planned? When the unplanned and unwanted happens, it’s not always to experience God’s peace. So, I want to talk about how we handle those disappointments and hardships. What do you do when you feel disappointed in God? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist