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  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Joy Of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming With Joy

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
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    Advent is a time of hopeful expectation, but it’s also a season of deep, abiding joy. But what is this joy, and where does it come from?

    The Joy of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming with Joy December 15, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 15:13, James 1:2, 1 Peter 1:8-9, Luke 15: As we continue our Advent journey, our focus shifts toward joy—the joy that comes with anticipating the coming of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Kept In Perfect Peace: A Sermon For The Second Sunday In Advent

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 4, 2024
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    How cn one be at peace in such a violent and evil world?

    Kept in Perfect Peace Isaiah 26:1–3 NKJV In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah: “We have a strong city; God will appoint salvation for walls and bulwarks. Open the gates, That the righteous nation which keeps the truth may enter in. You will keep him in perfect ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Sermon: The Advent Candle Of Joy – Something To Shout About!

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 12, 2024
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     | 1,570 views

    Today leads to the candle of Joy! Biblical joy is more than a happy feeling. It's a lasting emotion that comes from choosing to trust that God will fulfill his promises.“I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.”

    Sermon: The Advent Candle of Joy – Something To Shout About! Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-11 “Shout and cheer, Daughter Zion! Raise your voice, Daughter Jerusalem! Your king is coming! a good king who makes all things right, a humble king riding a donkey, a mere colt of a donkey. I’ve had it with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    Advent Iii "Surprises From God, Remove The Impossible”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 17, 2024
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    Mary and Elizabeth had a surprise from God. Both became expectant mothers. It was part of God's ultimate plan to reclaim His creation from the grasp of Satan, after the failure in Eden. At Bethlehem God launched a mighty counteroffensive that started with a tiny baby boy named Jesus.

    In Jesus Holy Name December 22, 2024 Text: Luke 1:35-37 Redeemer “Surprises From God, Remove the Impossible” Luke chapter 1 tells us the story of two expectant mothers, Elizabeth and Mary. Both of their pregnancies were a surprise. Both are ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jessie Manuel avatar

    "What Shall We Do? Restoring Joy In Advent”

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 18, 2024
     | 447 views

    As we reflect on this theme of joy, particularly for those among us who may feel devoid of hope and light

    ntroduction: My beloved in Christ, as we gather in this sacred space during this Advent season, I want to address a question that resonates through the ages—not only in the Gospel of Luke but also in our lives today: “What shall we do?” This is a question posed by the crowds who came to John the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Indications Of His Love For Us" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 18, 2004
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     | 16,292 views

    How do we really know that God loves us? What are the indications of His love for us?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches Fourth Sunday of Advent December 19, 2004 “Indications of His Love for Us” Isaiah 63:7-9 INTRODUCTION: How many have your Christmas shopping all done? How about all wrapped? This morning I want you to think about your Christmas shopping list. Think about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    Everlasting Father

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jan 27, 2010
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    WE CAN TAKE GREAT COMFORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT IN THE FACT THAT WE HAVE A WONDERFUL HEAVENLY FATHER WHO WILL BE WITH US NOW AND FOREVER.

    How many people have finished their shopping? Did you hear about the guy who went out and bought his wife a beautiful diamond ring for Christmas? His friend said, “I thought she wanted a new SUV?” She did,” he replied. "But where am I gonna find a fake Jeep?” The Bible has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Name Shall Be Called Wonderful

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jan 27, 2010
     | 6,489 views

    THIS IS THE FIRST IN A SERIES ON THE NAMES FOR CHRIST AS RECORDED IN ISAIAH. IT WAS USED DURING THE ADVENT SEASON.

    HIS NAME WILL BE CALLED WONDERFUL Isaiah 9:6 INTRODUCTION: TODAY BRINGS TO THE BEGINNING OF A VERY EXCITING TIME ON OUR CHRISTIAN CALENDAR. IN FACT MOST LECTIONARIES START THEIR YEAR WITH THE ADVENT SEASON. ADVENT IS A TIME OF PREPARATION. IT’S A TIME THAT WE FOCUS ON THE LORD’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is The Mighty Counselor

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jan 27, 2010
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    THIS IS THE SECOND IN A SERIES OF ADVENT MESSAGES ON THE NAMES OF JESUS AS RECODED BY ISAIAH.

    JESUS IS THE MIGHTY COUNSELOR ISAIAH 9:1-7 INTRODUCTION: LAST WEEK WE BEGAN OUR ADVENT CELEBRATION BY MEDITATING ON THE NAMES THE PROPHET ISAIAH USED TO DESCRIBE JESUS IN CHAPTER NINE. SOME TRANSLATIONS PLACE A COMMA BETWEEN WONDERFUL AND COUNSELLOR, SO IT IS ALL RIGHT TO THINK OF THESE WORDS AS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Our Regret Is Replaced Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,408 views

    When throwing rocks womn't cut it, what do we do?

    “When Heaven Comes Down…Our Regret Is Replaced” Gen. 28:1-22 In the movie Forrest Gump, Forrest has a lifetime friendship with Ginny. In one scene, when both of them are grown and Ginny is just beginning to retreat from her lifestyle of sex and drugs, they are walking down a dirt ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ken Pell avatar

    When Jesus Comes: Justification Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 12, 2010
     | 4,306 views

    The coming of Jesus brings justification by faith (salvation) to all who believe.

    “WHEN JESUS COMES: JUSTIFICATION” (Advent 2010, Week #3) Rev. 11:18-19 Sermon Objective: The coming of Jesus brings justification by faith to all who believe. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:22-26; Romans 4:5; 1 Corinthians 1:28-31, 2 Corinthians 5:21; Galatians 1:6-9; ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jay Bunting avatar

    Joseph And The 1st Christmas

    Contributed by Jay Bunting on Dec 17, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,170 views

    This sermon examines how God uses Joseph to bring about the first Christmas.

    4 advent 10 Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph and the 1st Christmas For some reason many find themselves struggling with anxiety during the holiday season. There seem to be added stresses, pressures, hurts and frustrations. Holidays seem to magnify everyone for better and more often for worse. Psychologists ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    When Jesus Comes: Jubilation Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 19, 2010
     | 5,720 views

    "We win; we win; Hallelujah we win; I read the back of the book and we win!”

    “WHEN JESUS COMES: JUBILATION” (Advent 2010, Week #4) Rev. 12:1-12 Sermon Objective: “We win; we win; Hallelujah we win; I read the back of the book and we win!” SERMON INTRO As the children leave for Children’s Church it reminds me that their Christmas pageant is ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Presents Or Presence?

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 20, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,838 views

    This Christmas do you want Presents or Presence? Learning to put our priorites right in a commercialized world.

    The greatest gift-Presents or presence Matthew chapter 2:1-2:11 I want to challenge you a little this last Sunday before Christmas. I want to invite you to join us on Christmas Eve as we celebrate the birth of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Remember Cousin John

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 29, 2009
     | 4,064 views

    Everyone has relatives that seem strange. Jesus was not any different except that the crazy opinions and words were from God.

    It happened for the first time this week…I was asked the question that I dread…Are you ready for Christmas? My standard response is to say that it is not Christmas Eve yet? I ask what the big hurry is….? My point of view on Christmas shopping is not well received at my house. I am not ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational