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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "Remember Me"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,555 views

    This third Sunday of Advent I am sure God wants us to remember the real reason for the season.

    “Remember Me” Luke 3: 15-16 1. The People during John’s days had already forgotten. • Jesus vs. 23 says Jesus is 30 years of age. The verses hint that they had forgotten who Jesus was. Remember several years earlier the angles introduced Jesus as the coming messiah. • Vs. 15 states the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Seeking A Friend For The End Of The World Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jan 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,477 views

    Did you see the Hollywood film of the same name? What lessons does it have for us this Advent?

    There was a film out a few months back entitled “seeking a friend for the end of the world”. Now if like me you enjoy the cinema, you often get to watch apocalyptic motion pictures where an asteroid is about to crash into the earth or the volcanoes are going off, or the gulf stream ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Christmas Story

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 10, 2020
     | 3,412 views

    4th Week of Advent and we are looking at the main characters of Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Elizabeth, and Zachariah

    The Christmas story Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction- We are in the 4th week of advent- Each week we lit a candle of the advent wrath and here we are in the final week. Tuesday night at our Christmas Eve service, (7pm) we will light the Christ candle- Christ fulfilling the promise of God. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Angels Christmas Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 20, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,866 views

    Declaring that Christ the Lord has come, the angels did it. Now we are to declare the good news that is for all the people.

    Last year I spoke about the passage in Luke’s gospel where the shepherds are out in the fields doing the thing shepherds do best, out living in the fields looking after the sheep as they did in the day. When something strange happened and beyond all of their imaging happened, remember these ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Wise Men Still Seek Him

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,016 views

    This catchy slogan has appearred on commercial Christmas material for ages. The implications of the statement bothers me. What does it mean? What is it’s implication for us?

    The story goes an angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christmas Means God Is With Us

    Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Dec 24, 2000
    based on 86 ratings
     | 10,613 views

    The message of Christmas is that God is with us.

    Maranatha Tabernacle Church of God 381 Manton Avenue Providence RI 02909 God is with us Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. An outstanding fact ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What The Incarnation Says To Us

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 12, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,626 views

    The Incarnation tells us that we are loved and we have significance.

    What Does the Incarnation Say to Us? Luke 2:8-14 Incarnation is one of those big church words we hear a lot about at Christmas. But what does it mean? If I asked you to define “Incarnation” could you do it? Let me give you a hint… it is not a flower and it does not come from contented cows. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joseph: On Being A Real Father

    Contributed by Glenn Abel on Jun 16, 2003
    based on 174 ratings
     | 14,482 views

    This sermon uses the name JOSEPH as an acrostic with each letter representing a characteristic in the life of this famous father figure.

    JOSEPH (Matthew 1:18-21) There are many monumental statements we associate with fathers. Statements that reverberate down through the corridors of time. Statements like: Ask your mother. I was watching that! It’s only blood, wipe it off. I’m not lost. I’m taking a short cut. Today as we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christmas ... Dragon?

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 32 ratings
     | 7,667 views

    Christmas day is often depicted as a time of peace, tranquillity and hope. However there is another aspect to the arrival of Jesus which should make the church realise that we are in a serious battle with Satan.

    Congregation in the Lord Jesus Christ Think of “Christmas” and what are the thoughts that come to your mind? • peace and tranquillity. • shepherds on a hill being serenaded by an angelic choir. • Magi crossing the desert on a quiet night as they make the long journey to Bethlehem. • a child ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Glenn Newton avatar

    God Knows Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,077 views

    1st week of Advent 2005, a simple sermon reminding the listeners that God Knows... He is worthy of our Trust.

    "God Knows" Pastor Glenn Newton 12-04-05 This morning as we continue our wait, as we continue to look for the fulfillment of God’s promise of His return in Glory, we need to be reminded that God has always fulfilled his promises… Amen? We need to know that every prophecy that God has given to us ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    I Am The Door Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 26, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 27,618 views

    1) Entering by The Door (John 10:1-6) and 2) Identifying the Door (John 10:7-10)

    Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has extended his condolences following the death of former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, calling him a “legendary revolutionary and orator.” The prime minister went on to say that “Mr. Castro made significant improvements to the education and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Call To Adventure

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 17, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,848 views

    The call of Christianity is a call to adventure, an exciting undertaking , offering a remarkable experience and reward.

    A Call to Adventure Matthew 19:16-30 The Call of Christianity Introduction: The call of Christianity is a call to adventure. Adventure is defined as an exciting and uncertain undertaking attended by risk and peril, offering a remarkable experience and/or reward. Quite often an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Everlasting Father Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 12, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,734 views

    Embrace Jesus as your eternal God, eternal Guardian, eternal Guide, and find eternal grace.

    Over the years, Saint Nicholas has undergone quite a transformation. Originally, according to tradition, he was a 4th Century bishop of Myra in what is today called Turkey. As a man concerned for the poor, he was always giving little gifts to the poor children in town. In the Middle Ages, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Covenant: God Pursues Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 23, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
     | 33,150 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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Exits Heaven, Lands In The Middle Of A Barn

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 23, 2012
     | 3,327 views

    God drew near. In the incarnation the King left His throne to draw near to His people. What does this say about Who God is?

    So. You survived the apocalypse. Well done. I, for one, am glad to be here still, in the land of the living. And, I’m very happy to be back with you, to be back in the community where I belong, to be back with my people, the church and the mission that I love. You know, there's nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational