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  • Tim Smith avatar

    The Hope Of Advent

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Aug 13, 2017
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    It is during this season of Advent that we focus on hope and that hope is centered on the Second Coming of Christ. Advent is not just about preparing for the coming of the Christ child. It is also about looking to the Second Coming of Jesus

    The Hope of Advent Ephesians 2:1-10 In the 19th century, there was a wave of enthusiasm for prophecies predicting the actual date for the Second Coming of Christ. One such prophecy was an Adventist leader name William Miller. After studying Daniel 8, Miller predicted that Christ would return on ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Celebrating Advent Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 19, 2009
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    Anna, who’s name means "grace," at 103 years of age celebrated the first coming of our Lord in the Temple, showing us how to grow old gracefully: Don’t complain; instead, celebrate and share the good news with as many people as you can.

    A little girl came home from Sunday school waving a paper for her mother to see. “Look Mommy,” she exclaimed, “Teacher says I drew the most unusual Christmas picture she ever saw!” Her mother took one look and had to agree with the teacher. Hoping her daughter could explain her creation, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    The Absurdity Of Advent

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 3, 2018
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    If on Advent Sunday all we do is to look back to Christ's earthly life and forward to his coming again, our present life seems to occupy a sort of interval when nothing much is going on.

    TITLE: THE ABSURDITY OF ADVENT SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 40:3-5 I so enjoy this time of the year in the Christian Calendar. Even after 35 years of Preaching and Pastoring, this season never grows old or tiresome as I stand in the pulpit. This is the First Sunday in Advent. • In the media the season ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffrey Dillinger avatar

    The First Advent

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Dec 19, 2023
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    The first coming of Jesus brought to us "the Word which became flesh," We beheld His Glory," and "Grace upon Grace. This is a different way to talk about why Jesus coming in the flesh is so important.

    The First Advent (John 1:14-18) Intro: A. Its a time of year when some Christian denominations talk about “Advent.” The word simply means “the coming of someone or something important.” Traditionally “advent” is the four Sundays prior to Christmas Day, in which people celebrate the coming of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Advent - The Realization Series

    Contributed by Jerald Scott on Nov 19, 2024
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    Adjusting our expectations to meet God's desires

    Advent - The Realization Christmas is the happiest time of year, right? During the coming week, most of us will join with family and friends in celebration. We will have time off from school and work. But, experts tell us that December is when there is the highest incidence of depression. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    The Hope Of Advent

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 29, 2020
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     | 14,253 views

    This is the first part of our Advent series where we look at the four themes of Advent

    I can think of nothing sadder than a life lived without hope. A hope that regardless of how bad things might seem, that things could get better. That ultimately every night has a dawn, every storm has an end, and every mountain has a peak. Author and preacher Max Lucado writes, “We need hope. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Advent: Joy

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 9, 2007
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    The good news of great joy for all people is shocking news that we dare not get used to.

    Humans are complex creatures, aren’t we? Those we love we tend to hurt. We love God and yet we sin against God. We have goals and aspirations that are noble and strong , and yet we get tripped up by our own weakness along the way to fulfilling our goals. We can never seem to outrun the allure of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Alvan Lewis avatar

    Advent And Hope

    Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Nov 26, 2018
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     | 8,626 views

    How the coming of the Christ Child brings hope to the World.

    There are four stages to life: a) When one believes in Santa Claus. b) When one doesn’t believe in Santa Claus. c) When one plays Santa Claus and finally, d) When one looks like Santa Claus We chuckle but there is enough truth to this to temper our humour. Some day most of us are going to look ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What's An Advent?

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 4, 2007
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    We celebrate Christmas and Advent every year but do we really know why we celebrate these traditions? Most people don’t know the why behind colors, candles, wreaths and when you understand the why behind a tradition we will find that it will become truly

    What’s an Advent? Pastor Ryan Akers IT’S CHRISTMAS TIME! Have you gone nuts yet? The world throws too much confusion on us during holidays. (presents, TV shows, decorations, Christmas trees, black shopping days) (why do people shop on days they know it will be crazy?, happy holidays or merry ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Advent 2010

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011
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    The Story of David and Mephibosheth.

    November 28, 2010 Advent 1 Now that we’ve officially entered into the Christmas season by lighting the Advent candles and celebrating Black Friday, we are supposed to be nice and kind and gracious to all people. Right?! This is especially true when we’re out and about buying those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alvan Lewis avatar

    Advent - Both

    Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Jan 6, 2026
     | 91 views

    A look back 2000 at our Lord's first Coming and a look forward to our Lord's Second Coming

    On this final Sunday of Advent I invite you to look back and look ahead. Back to our Lord’s first coming and ahead to our Lord’s Second Coming. Back through the mists of time to a cattle stable in Bethlehem. Ahead through the lens of faith to the Great and Terrible Day of the Lord. Down, down into ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    The Meaning Of Advent

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 10, 2004
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     | 17,805 views

    This sermon focuses on the Gospel being "good news." Advent is about the "coming" and "arrival" of Jesus, the Messiah - anointed one.

    “The Meaning of Advent” Luke 2:10-11 The Christian world celebrates the season of Advent on the four Sundays prior to Christmas. Today is the second Sunday of Advent. The dictionary gives two descriptions for Advent “Coming” and “Arrival.” The message of Advent is about the coming and ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Heed Paul's Advent Admonition

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 11, 2007
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    Heed Paul’s Advent Admonition 1) Be united in faith 2) Be faithful in unity

    “You better watch out! You better not cry! You better not pout! I’m telling you why...” For a number of good reasons that song isn’t in our hymnal but it does remind us that this is a season of watching and preparing. Last Sunday we were encouraged to watch for Christ’s coming. This Sunday we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Victor Yap avatar

    The Adventure In The Advent

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
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     | 5,895 views

    Christmas Series

    THE ADVENTURE IN THE ADVENT (MATTHEW 2:1-12) Three weeks before Christmas, I was tricked by the moderator who wished worshippers with a “Happy Holidays” greeting at the start of worship. I echoed the same in return instead of saying “Merry Christmas!” For many years I was dismayed with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Week Six Giving Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
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    Tithes, offerings and benvolence.

    TITHES AND OFFERINGS I. INTRODUCTION The previous lesson covered service and spiritual gifts. And though it is often difficult to persuade people to put their gift into effect through service, convincing them of their obligation to tithe and give offerings is even more difficult. One of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist