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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Prepare For Revival Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 5, 2022
     | 4,478 views

    Revival affects our relationship to God, but also to one another. Peter talks about how as our salvation affects us it should give us a love for the unlovely. Jesus goes so far as to say, by this will all men know that you are my disciples that you love one another.

    To get a fire started you need some paper, dry kindling wood and a flame. Once you get the flame started you must take care to make sure the flame gets air. You may blow into the flame to get the fire to ignite. You also protect the small flame from too much wind that could blow it out. But once it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparations For Persecution Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 22, 2023
     | 2,216 views

    Will persecution against Christians intensify in the days ahead? If so, will we be ready to stand strong in our testimony of Christ? This message processes seven preparations we should be making now.

    Intro We have been discussing the final, eighth, beatitude found in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”i Last week we addressed two preparations for potential persecution. First, expect it. It will happen in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Preparing For War Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 29, 2023
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     | 6,684 views

    If Christians are called to go to war against the gates of Hell, what role does "going to church" play in the conflict?

    About 20 years ago, a man received a call from his mother while deployed in Iraq. It was the weekend, and she asked if he had to work on Sundays. He replied “Mom, we have to work every day… it’s a war.” (Jeanice Shelley, Reader’s Digest 2/08 p. 50) Last Sunday we talked about the fact that we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Body Prepared.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 17, 2023
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    The timeliness of what Jesus came to do, "once and for all" (Hebrews 10:10).

    A BODY PREPARED. Hebrews 10:4-10. The epitaph of the Old Testament sacrificial system is: “it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins” (Hebrews 10:4; see also Hebrews 10:6; Hebrews 10:8). Now it was time to move on to new and better things (cf. Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Place Prepared.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2024
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     | 572 views

    Joseph comforts his brothers.

    A PLACE PREPARED. Genesis 45:3-10. Joseph went from his father’s favour, to the pit, and into slavery. In Potiphar’s house, he went from his master’s favour to false accusation to prison. In prison, Joseph went from the warder’s favour, to the forgetfulness of his surviving former cell-mate: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing For Growth Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 26, 2024
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     | 3,166 views

    Acts 1:12-26 shows us how the apostles prepared for the growth of the church.

    Introduction Imagine for a moment that Jesus suddenly appeared in person at the next Session meeting. Stunned by his sudden appearance, one of the elders finally manages to blurt out, “Lord, why are you here? What’s going on?” Jesus replies, “As you know, I am building my church. And I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Live In Preparation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 14, 2023
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     | 2,838 views

    This is the 10th sermon in the series "Live Well".

    Series: Live Well [#10] LIVE IN PREPARATION 1 Peter 5:1-14 Introduction: As we finish our study in 1 Peter, we are encouraged to live our lives in preparation for the return of Jesus Christ. God has left us here for a reason. We are to serve God by using the spiritual gifts and talents He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For The Future Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2023
     | 4,607 views

    In Mark 13, Jesus prepared His disciples for two future events: the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming. The first event would come with warnings, but the second will be a surprise. Readiness and alertness and trust in the Lord were necessary for both.

    Introduction A. One day there was an airplane that was having engine trouble, so the pilot instructed the cabin crew to have the passengers take their seats and get prepared for an emergency landing. 1. A few minutes later, the pilot asked the flight attendants if everyone was buckled in and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Becoming Prepared

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 31, 2023
     | 849 views

    Jesus prepared his disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. We also need a preparation period to understand the gift of the Holy Spirit which we receive through baptism.

    Becoming Prepared John 20:19-23 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 20:19 So when it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “1bPeace be with you.” 20 And ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Ronald Moore avatar

    Awake And Prepare!

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 12, 2023
     | 2,109 views

    This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins.

    Today, we gather to explore the profound wisdom hidden within the pages of the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 1-13. This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins. As we dive into ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • David Owens avatar

    Final Preparations Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 13, 2023
     | 1,779 views

    Preparation is so important. In Mark 14, in Jesus' final days before His crucifixion, we see Him making final preparations for Himself and His disciples. If we haven't made spiritual preparation in advance, then i will be too late when the storm arrives, or the battle begins.

    Introduction A. The story is told about a football game that took place between the big animals and the little animals. 1. As you might expect, the large animals had a big lead going into halftime. 2. With a big lead, at the start of the second half, on first down, the big animals called a running ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Separation In Preparation Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024
     | 1,147 views

    Joshua tells the people to sanctify themselves in preparation to see God to wonders tomorrow

    Background to passage: Joshua’s preparation for the journey, then instructions to Israel, their commitment, then the account of Rahab and the spies in Jericho. God is fulfilling his promise to give Isreal the land that he spoke up to all the generations from Abraham on. The next big event is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Preparing For Christmas

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 6, 2020
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     | 10,327 views

    Today's message looks at and answers the question that as we are preparing for Christmas, are we preparing for Jesus.

    Preparing for Christmas Luke 3 In our message today, I’d like to address my ending statement from last week’s message on how Satan is trying to steal Christmas. I said that “as we enter into this Christmas season, let’s prepare our hearts the right way so that the true joy of Christmas can fill ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Preparing To Preach

    Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Aug 2, 2022
     | 1,470 views

    The calling or desire to preach can only be placed by God. God has called many, but many have refused the call. You can receive or reject the call. Seek the Will of God in this matter for your life.

    Preparing to Preach The calling or desire to preach can only be placed by God. God has called many, but many have refused the call. You can receive or reject the call. Seek the Will of God in this matter for your life. 2 Peter 1:10 “Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Paul Davidson avatar

    All Prepared

    Contributed by Paul Davidson on Jan 26, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,089 views

    Jesus warns us to assess the genuineness of our faith and be prepared for His return. Do we look like the Church, but are devoid of the Holy Spirit? Instead of lives transformed by the power of Christ, are our lives more like performance art? Jesus is coming at any moment! Are you prepared?

    INTRODUCTION Do you agree that in God’s master plan, there is no such thing as “coincidence”? A few weeks ago, your pastor asked if I would be willing to preach today. Not only did I tell him “Yes!” on the spot, but I also told him that I knew exactly what I wanted to preach. You see, God had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist