Sermons about Anticipating Advent

Advent 1

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 23, 2002

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We aren’t called to star gaze

Thornage 01-12-02 Mark 13:24-37 Story: In the late 19th Century in America, there was a wave of enthusiasm for prophecies predicting the actual date for Christ’s Second Coming. One such prophet was an Adventist leader William Miller (1782-1849). And it is in his movement that both ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Anglican

Advent 1

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 26, 2005

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What relevance does the Second Coming have to do with Advent - and what can we learn from it?

Old Romney 27-11-05 Story: On 13th September 1759, one of the most significant battles of the 18th Century was fought – the Battle of the Heights of Abraham. The Heights of Abraham were (and still are) the cliffs above the St. Lawrence river in front of the strategic city ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Anglican

The Meaning Of Advent

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 10, 2004

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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

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Adventure In The Advent

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

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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

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent'07

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 2, 2007

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Sermon on the prophecy candle and angel candle, 1st and 2nd candle of advent

“Advent ‘07!” December 2, 2007 "But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times." Micah 5:2 “Does not the Scripture say that the Christ will come from ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Holiness

A Baptism At Advent

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 30, 2008

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This is a significant reworking for a baptism service of my sermon "Advent I: Hope is Coming"

November 30, 2008 – Advent 1 – "A Baptism at Advent" Baptism Service - Luke 1:26-38; Isaiah 9:6-7 There’s a story of a minister who like most ministers, conducted a lot of baptisms using the phrase, as we do, “In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost”. One weekend his family went ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Another Advent

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 29, 2009

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The world and religious possibilities can blind us to truth. The evidence of Christ encourages us to be renewed in trust that what Jesus speaks will come to pass.

Another Advent Scripture/text: Mark 13:32-36 Leafs – rough start to their Season. First eight games were loses. Then hope was born … we got Phil Kessel of the Boston Bruins! Haven’t won the cup since 1967 – yes, I was only 5 years old. People laugh. Leaf jokes are now hotter than Newfie ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-36

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Advent Adventure

Contributed by Dennis Fakes on Dec 6, 2003

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Repentance leads to an adventure with Christ.

The ADVENT ADVENT-ure 1In the fifteenth year of the reign of Emperor Tiberius, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, and Herod was ruler of Galilee, and his brother Philip ruler of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias ruler of Abilene, 2during the high priesthood of Annas and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Advent Of Christ

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 9, 2003

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Although it would be a sin, and an act of rebellion against our heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ to pay the slightest adoration to the mightiest angel, it would be an unkind act if we did not give to holy angels a place in our heart.

Although it would be a sin, and an act of rebellion against our heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ to pay the slightest adoration to the mightiest angel, it would be an unkind act if we did not give to holy angels a place in our heart. In fact, when we consider the character of angels and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Holiness

Advent And Hope

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Nov 26, 2018

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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

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Anglican

The Two Advents

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 27, 2018

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The uncompromising preaching of John. Bearing fruit that proves our repentance. Practical moral guidance. Redirecting Messianic expectations.

THE TWO ADVENTS. Luke 3:7-18. In the fullness of the times (cf. Galatians 4:4), John came ‘preaching a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins’ (Luke 3:1-3). Being 30 years old, you might expect him to be starting his priesthood in the Temple in Jerusalem (cf. Numbers 4:3), but God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness And Advent

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 24, 2015

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Advent begins our journey towards Christmas. It is also a vital part of our holiness journey. Do we understand the true nature of a holiness journey? Let's see what the Holy Spirit has to share about our holiness journey!

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Genesis 17:1-8 and Psalms 25:1-10 Title: Holiness and Advent Proposition: Advent begins our annual journey towards Christmas. It is also a part of our holiness journey. INTRO: Grace and Peace to you this morning from God our Father and the LORD Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Advent Comfort

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 16, 2017

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God has forgiven their sins and has reclaimed them as His own people. What good news that was for them and what good news for all those who seek to be God’s today.

Advent2B A story came across my desk recently about a man who worked for the Post Office. This man’s job was to process all the mail that had illegible addresses that that computer scanning system could not decipher. One day, a letter came to his desk addressed in shaky handwriting to God. He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, Isaiah 40:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

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