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  • Roger Haugen avatar

    1 Advent B

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 3, 2002
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     | 7,112 views

    Jesus invites us to "Watch, stay awake". As we watch, we are invited to see through the eyes of Jesus. Watching helps us to see the hope in the midst of terror.

    1 Advent B Mark 13:24-37 1 December 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen Elie Wiesel is a Jewish writer whose novels prod the depths of the Holocaust, asking difficult questions of humanity and of God. In Night, a child hangs from a S.S. gallows and the question goes up, “Where is God?” Wiesel writes: “And I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    Just Which Advent?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 4, 2019
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    what are we waiting for during Advent

    Matthew 11:2-11 Now when John the Baptist was in prison heard about the activities of Christ, he sent word by his disciples and asked Him, “Are You the Expected One (the Messiah), or should we look for someone else who will be the promised One?” Jesus answered, “Go and report to John what you hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The First Person To Die In The Faith Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 24, 2011
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    Simeon is easily overlooked in the account of Christ’s birth. This should not be, as he was the first person to die in the Faith.

    “There was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. And he came in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Surber avatar

    The Audacity Of Hope (Advent) Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 26,152 views

    This Advent Season, as we look to the birth of our King, may you look for and fill your life with opportunities to live out the audacity of Genuine Christian Hope!

    The Audacity of Hope, I Peter 1:13-23 Introduction When Honorius was emperor of Rome, about the year A.D. 400, the great Coliseum of Rome was often filled to overflowing with spectators. These had come from far and near to view the state games. Part of the sport consisted of watching as human ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • William Wyne avatar

    Anticipating The Spirit Of Christmas - The Spirit Of Praise

    Contributed by William Wyne on Apr 20, 2012
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    The birth of Christ gives us as believers a joyous spirit of Praise.

    There are several biblical pictures of the Christmas story: there is the picture of Wise men coming to worship the Christ child, there is the picture of the righteous man Simeon who was waiting to behold the Consolation of Israel, there is the picture of the aged saintly woman Anna, who was walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Embracing The New Year With Joy And Anticipation SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    As we bid farewell to this year, will we be filled with joy or regret? Will we face the future with anticipation or dread? This sermon encourages us to embrace the New Year with joy and anticipation.

    When this year is over, will we look back with joy or regret? Will we face the future with anticipation or dread? Today, I want to share a passage from Ephesians 5:15-17 that can guide us as we approach the rest of this year. The Apostle Paul offers some important lessons for us to consider. ...read more

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  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    The Hope And Promise Of Advent Series

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 16, 2019
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     | 5,346 views

    We have made Christmas too small -- think big - kingdom big!

    “The Hope & Promise of Advent” Isaiah 9: 9:1 Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the nations, by the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan— 2 The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Henry C. Jaegers avatar

    Reasons For The First Advent

    Contributed by Henry C. Jaegers on Dec 23, 2014
     | 7,804 views

    A christmas message not found in the four Gospels

    The true meaning of Christmas Hebrew 9:26-28 but now once in the end of the age had he appeared to put relations by the sacrifice of himself and as it is appointed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Advent: Stand Guard!

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,760 views

    May we remember to ’stand guard’ and ’stay alert’ in not only mind, heart and soul, but in the way we live out our faith.

    “HAPPY NEW YEAR!” YES, TODAY IS THE BEGINNING OF A BRAND NEW YEAR…FOR THE CHURCH. THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT MARKS THE BEGINNING OF A NEW SEASON. ALONG WITH THE DAWNING OF A NEW SEASON AND NEW YEAR COMES THE ANTICIPATION OF STARTING FRESH, STARTING OVER, MAKING CHANGES AND EXPECTATING BETTER DAYS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    Suddenly: A Message Of Hope

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
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    Advent reminds us of two realities: the joy of Christ’s first coming and the anticipation of His second. Both are deeply tied to the theme of suddenly.

    Suddenly: A Message of Hope December 1, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 2:8-14 Today, as we begin Advent, our focus is on hope—the hope that came suddenly on that first Christmas night and the hope we continue to carry as we await Christ’s return. Advent reminds us of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Jonathan Kruschel avatar

    "christ Is Coming!" The Call Continues! Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jan 3, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,387 views

    How is the first coming of Christ at Christmas connected to the coming of Christ at the end of time? See the connections and how the same preparation makes us ready to celebrate and anticipate the coming of Christ.

    When you look at that picture of a mountain range, can you tell me which mountain is closest or where one begins and the other ends? It’s kind of hard to tell from a distance, isn’t it? Only when you get closer, into the mountain range itself will you be able to tell which comes first and where ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Advent Pt. 1 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 6, 2011
     | 7,429 views

    The Advent wreath teaches us to bring the two advents (the one that has already happened 2,000 years ago) to the one that is coming quickly, Jesus’ second advent. This part is about Bethlehem; it's history, and how it plays an important role in Advent.

    Advent 2011 1 of 5 November 27, 2011 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A The advent wreath is a teaching tool that has been traditionally apart of Catholic as well as Christian tradition for hundreds of years. 1 Advent means “coming or arriving or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Gullick avatar

    Advent - Getting Ready

    Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 2, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,738 views

    A sermon that highlights the urgency in being prepared for Jesus and 3 things we can do.

    It is time now for me to tell you the story of the three little pigs. That’s right the Story of the three little pigs. Once upon a time there were three little pigs - There was Horace and Maurice and Doris. The Mama pig whos name was Loris and her husband Boris had a problem. Basically no ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Advent 2 - Peace

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 13, 2018
     | 7,107 views

    This message explores the advent theme of peace; peace rooted in the person of Jesus Christ.

    Sermon – Advent II – Peace in the Storm – December 9, 2018 Have you seen those Facebook relationship settings. You can say you’re: In a relationship, single, divorced, or it’s complicated. It’s interesting how social media has become a relationship tool. You may have seen things like this: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Awaiting The Eternal Kingdom

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 16, 2019
     | 3,121 views

    The hope we anticipate at Advent should energize us even in the midst of sinful humanity.

    Awaiting the Eternal Kingdom Isaiah 2:1-5 The Book of Isaiah contains many rapturous songs of joy and hope. Its promises have sustained His people for thousands of years. We have this morning’s passage. We also have the Emmanuel prophecy which prophesied the virgin birth of Jesus, whose name ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible