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  • John Gullick avatar

    Advent - Getting Ready

    Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 2, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,842 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

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    Just Which Advent????

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 4, 2019
     | 3,456 views

    during this Advent season, are we awaiting the birth of Jesus or his second coming?

    Matthew 11:2-11 The Season of Advent can be a very confusing time for some people: • on one hand, we all wait with wide-eyes for the birth of the Christ child • on the other, we are waiting for the second Coming of Jesus at the end of the world. Indeed a major part of the Christian faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Advent: Stand Guard!

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,773 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

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    Just Which Advent?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 4, 2019
     | 3,171 views

    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

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    Here Am I

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 11, 2019
     | 6,894 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent.

    “Here Am I” Luke 1:26-38 Mary was a teenager when the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth. We are told that young Mary was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph. Joseph was a good man, and Mary had a lot to look forward to. The future was bright. They ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Peter Ghalayini avatar

    The 2nd Advent

    Contributed by Peter Ghalayini on Nov 30, 2000
    based on 66 ratings
     | 6,983 views

    The troubles in this world are the signs of a 2nd Advent

    Without a doubt Summer has well and truly arrived. The hot weather is a sure sign that Summer is here. The headers are out which tell us that the harvest is ready and Summer has arrived. Even if you didn’t have a calendar, the signs will tell you that Summer is either here or at least ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mary Erickson avatar

    A Is For ...

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 2, 2024
     | 386 views

    A sermon for the first Sunday of Advent, Year C

    December 1, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 21:25-36 A Is For … Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our themes for today all center around the letter A. The first A is for Advent. There are four Sundays in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Advent : Are You Awake ?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,690 views

    As the season of Advent begins, many people are preparing for Christmas. That’s good, but ...we are primarily being called in this sermon to be alert, to watch, to be awake, preparing for the return of Jesus. So, are YOU awake ?

    I came across a suggested prayer for all preachers this week, and it goes like this: “Lord, fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and nudge me when I’ve said enough.” Well, here we go! Are you ready? Are you prepared? Put your hands up if you are ready and prepared ... did you get done yesterday ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Advent 1 2016 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 28, 2016
     | 5,222 views

    Advent is waiting with faith. How has waiting for the Messiah looked in the past? How does it look to us now? What gift can we bring to the Lord in this time of Advent? Is He waiting for you?

    Matthew 1:1-17 (please look this up in your Bible) Where is the first hint of a Messiah found it the Bible? Right after the first sin is committed and the Lord is pronouncing judgment on the serpent: Genesis 3:15 NIV “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Advent - The Fulfilment Of Prophecy Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 9, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,623 views

    From Genesis to Malachi, there are over 300 specific prophecies detailing the coming of this anointed one. Advent helps us to remember and celebrate the amazing truth of John 3:16-17.

    Advent - The Fulfilment of Prophecy Today is the second Sunday of Advent, the word Advent comes from the Latin verb ‘venio’ - to come - and ‘advenio’ - to come towards. Advent helps us to remember and celebrate the amazing truth of John 3:16-17, “This is how God loved the world: He gave His one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mission: Hosanna!

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 20, 2002
    based on 844 ratings
     | 126,752 views

    If Jesus came riding down your street, what would you lay down before Him? A message for Palm Sunday.

    Palm Sunday April 16, 2000 INTRODUCTION There is a legend about an ancient village in Spain. The villagers learned that the king would pay a visit. In a thousand years, a king had never come to that village. Excitement grew. "We must throw a big celebration!" The villagers all agreed. But, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Advent Week 1 PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,236 views

    Invites us to embrace the Advent season as a time to slow down, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus Christ.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in this sacred space, united in our love for Christ and our shared hunger for His Word? As we come together, let's take a moment to pause, to breathe, to center our hearts and minds on the divine truth that awaits us in the ...read more

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  • Scott Nichols avatar

    Advent Gospels: Luke Series

    Contributed by Scott Nichols on Feb 27, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,378 views

    This message looks at what it means to "carry Christ into Christmas" by looking at the oft-neglected story of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth in Luke’s Gospel.

    “Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?” So cries an exasperated Charlie Brown in the classic A Charlie Brown Christmas. Amid the commercialism, the materialism and the general confusion of the holiday, Charlie Brown seeks merely to understand. Understanding has been our goal ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Keep Awake!

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 26, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,180 views

    First Sunday in Advent, Year B

    Mark 13: 24 – 37 / Keep Awake! Intro: My cousin Leonard and his wife, Wanda live within 20 ft. of a set of railroad tracks. When visiting them one evening for dinner, a train rushed by shaking the whole house. I was ready to lung for cover under the table; but, Leonard and Wanda just sat ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Scandalous Love Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,992 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent

    Hosea 1:2-3, 3:1-5 Luke 1:39-56 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Scandalous Love” Based on a book by Mike Slaughter I think everyone wants to know that he or she is important to someone. Remember how kids used to pass notes back and forth in Middle School? “I like you. Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist