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  • Ronald Moore avatar

    Preparing The Way: A Journey Through Advent

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 28, 2023
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    We embark upon the season of Advent—a season of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, a time when we turn our gaze towards the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we gather in this sacred space, our hearts filled with anticipation, we embark upon the season of Advent—a season of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, a time when we turn our gaze towards the coming of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Advent: Embracing Peace In The Midst Of Chaos Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 7, 2023
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    As we gather on this second Sunday of Advent, our hearts are drawn to the theme of peace. In a world filled with chaos, uncertainty, and noise, the promise of peace holds profound significance.

    Advent: Embracing Peace in the Midst of Chaos Introduction: As we gather on this second Sunday of Advent, our hearts are drawn to the theme of peace. In a world filled with chaos, uncertainty, and noise, the promise of peace holds profound significance. Listen to the words of Psalm 46 God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Advent Continues: Light The Candle Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 7, 2023
     | 2,115 views

    Yet, even as fear ramps up and threatens our calm, what if there is a gift of peace that we can experience in the midst of it? What if this peace was actually what you needed most, the answer to whatever problems threatens you today, tomorrow or in the coming weeks?

    Sermon – Advent Continues: Light the Candle of Peace Scripture Text: Isaiah 9:6 - For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; and the government will rest on His shoulders; and His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 26:3-5, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Advent Unveiled: Exploring The Timeless Themes Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 7, 2023
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     | 1,801 views

    As we embark on the Advent season, a sacred time of anticipation and reflection, let's delve into the timeless themes that have shaped this period of spiritual preparation for centuries.

    Advent Unveiled: Exploring the Timeless Themes As we embark on the Advent season, a sacred time of anticipation and reflection, let's delve into the timeless themes that have shaped this period of spiritual preparation for centuries. Join me as we unveil the significance of each traditional ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Breaking The Silence (Advent 2 2023)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 8, 2023
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    All four of the Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John speak of the ministry of the John the Baptizer who is the messenger who prepares the way for Jesus. A second reason that John’s arrival is such a big deal is because there had not been any prophets for 400 years.

    BREAKING THE SILENCE Text: Mark 1:1 - 8 Mark 1:1-11 The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. (2) As it is written in the prophet Isaiah, "See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way; (3) the voice of one crying out in the wilderness: ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Christ The King, Our Advent Hope.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 25, 2021
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     | 2,395 views

    An everlasting kingdom.

    CHRIST THE KING, OUR ADVENT HOPE. Daniel 7:9-10; Daniel 7:13-14. Our reading in Daniel needs to be looked at within its own context: that of a dream portraying the chaos of Empire and Empire building, and the cruelty and ultimate futility of it all. In DANIEL 7:9, “thrones have been thrown ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Advent Candle Lighting Litanies, 2021

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 20, 2021
     | 2,870 views

    The litanies for lighting the first four candles of Advent are based upon the text of Romans 5:1-8 in which the theme of hope, peace, joy, and love all appear,

    Week 1 Narrator 1: Happy New Year’s! Narrator 2: It’s not New Years. It’s a month away. Narrator 1: No it’s really New Years Day on the Christian Calendar. The first week of Advent begins the New Christian year. Narrator 2: What is Advent? I hear it has something to do with Christmas. Narrator ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "Advent I: A Time To Watch And Prepare”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 23, 2021
     | 2,819 views

    "Are you ready for Christmas? A crazy question when you haven’t even finished the Turkey and pumpkin pie. If dire warnings about a “supply chain” problem has caused worry, and fear, then why have the words of Jesus “Watch! Be Ready!” not caused the same concern?

    In Jesus Holy Name November 28, 2021 Text: Luke 21:25-27 Advent I Redeemer “Advent: A Time to Watch and Prepare” Today, is the first Sunday in Advent. Here’s the question: "Are you ready for Christmas? I know it is probably a crazy question when you haven’t even ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Christ Our Peace (Advent Sermon)

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 5, 2021
     | 4,583 views

    A sermon for Advent 2 - Peace

    Advent 2 (Peace) Sermon - December 5, 2021 Luke 1:26-38, Is 40:3-5 The peace of Christ be with you. (And also with you). If that greeting was familiar to you you’ve either been in an Anglican worship service or elsewhere where this blessing has been pronounced. Though raised atheist I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Fourth Sunday Of Advent C- The Visitation

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 14, 2021
     | 1,718 views

    Heart-based people look out at reality with soft eyes, so we can become encouragers of one another. It’s easy to be critical or withdrawn. It’s not so easy to offer encouragement in healthy ways.

    Elizabeth and Mary teach us a few things today in our Gospel- 1.Mary’s Service- Luis Angel is a professional cleaner. A new client texted him the address and said the key was under the mat. Luis Angel arrived, found the key, and got to work. After three hours of mopping and scrubbing, he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Advent Week 3 - Ichabod Or Immanuel? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 12, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,279 views

    This messages used the name Ichabod as a term for those who are lost; those who do not have the glory of God. And, it uses Immanuel to represent the condition of salvation for those who live in fellowship with Jesus, God with us.

    Immanuel or Ichabod Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2 “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His Law he ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Advent: The Promise Of Hope (With Communion) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 25, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,135 views

    On the first Sunday of Advent, we focus on hope. Hope is powerful - the source of true, lasting hope is found in Jesus Christ.

    Advent: The Promise of Hope (With Communion) Theme: Jesus, the Light of the World, brings eternal hope. Introduction On the first Sunday of Advent, we focus on hope—the first candle we light in this season of expectation. Advent reminds us that we are people waiting for the fulfilment of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Advent: A Picture Of Joy (With Communion) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 10, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,602 views

    The story of Christmas is a story of joy. Not fleeting happiness tied to presents or celebrations, but a joy rooted in the faithfulness and presence of God.

    Advent: A Picture of Joy (with Communion) As we continue our journey through Advent, let me start with a question: What is your favourite joyful Christmas tradition or memory? Perhaps it’s decorating the tree, singing carols, or watching the excitement on a child’s face as they open a gift. These ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    "Lord, Prepare Us For Your Advent”

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 3, 2025
     | 323 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

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Advent 2019 - At Just The Right Time Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 3, 2019
     | 4,949 views

    Why was the time of the Roman Empire "just the right time" or "the fullness of time" for Jesus to come into the world for our salvation?

    Advent 2019 – At Just The Right Time Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene