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A King In The Gate

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 3, 2001

based on 61 ratings

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David’s emergence from grief over Absalom was marked by his "sitting in the gate" -- a sign of healthy recovery in that he had begun to care for others more than for his own wounds, he had returned to the work of justice, he faced vulnerability, he resumed leadership, he could face his own grief.

I This day the noise of battle, the next the victory’s won. Or so the king hoped. Much was at stake. His own future was uncertain; the nation’s stability was shaky; the confidence of those around him was low; and, most of all, his relationship with his son was in jeopardy. There had been a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Shadow Of The Cross Over The Incarnation

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Apr 13, 2001

based on 74 ratings

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The full significance of the Incarnation is only seen when its dark side is understood - in the Sign of a Sword to Mary’s heart, the Symbol of Myrrh as an offering from the wise men and the Sorrow of Rachael over her dead children.

If the message of the Incarnation, the coming of Jesus into human experience, had to be condensed into a single sentence it couldn’t be bettered than the words of John: "He came to his own home and his own people received him not" (1:11). In the opening verses of his Gospel, John had already ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas - If Christmas Comes

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 21, 2000

based on 79 ratings

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For millions of people Christmas never really comes. Oh, I'm not saying that Dec. 25th doesn't come. It comes, but Christmas doesn't really come into their hearts & their lives.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Galatians 4:19 Well, the calendar says that Christmas will soon be here. I get a little uptight this time of the year because I realize the responsibility that is mine in presenting the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Too Blessed To See God

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jan 28, 2001

based on 290 ratings

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The greatest spiritual discipline is to continually be focused on God, and His blessings are what make it difficult

1/28/2001 Golf immortal Arnold Palmer recalls a lesson about overconfidence: It was the final hole of the 1961 Masters tournament, and I had a one-stroke lead and had just hit a very satisfying tee shot. I felt I was in pretty good shape. As I approached my ball, I saw an old friend standing at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Eyes Have Seen

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

based on 64 ratings

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1. Tell story, then read Scripture Mary was a single mother.

1. Tell story, then read Scripture Mary was a single mother. She had to provide for her children and at the same time she wanted to be there to take care of her kids. To accomplish both goals she decided that she would clean houses. The two older girls, Cindy and Laura, helped as much as they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Just War (Or Just Another Act Of Madness?)

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 24, 2001

based on 118 ratings

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We grapple with the ethics/morality of being involved in a war because it keeps us from becoming what we¡¦re fighting against. Deal with these questions: What is a "just" war? Will we achieve "Infinite" Justice.

September 23, 2001 Scatter thou the people that delight in war. Psalm 68.30c What is America going to do about the terrorists? When President Bush addressed the nation Thursday night he ended with these words: Freedom and fear, justice and cruelty, have always been at war, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:30

Denomination: United Methodist

The Best Gifts Come In Small Packages

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 5, 2002

based on 17 ratings

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We need the joyful reminder that God is present with us not only in life’s most difficult moments but especially in the midst of life’s tragedies.

The Best Gifts Come in Small Packages / Matthew 1:18-25 Advent 4, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 23 Dec. 2001 A little boy and girl were singing their favorite Christmas carol in church the Sunday before Christmas. The boy concluded "Silent Night" with the words, "Sleep in heavenly beans." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Shame Of God

Contributed by Jim Kane on Oct 3, 2002

based on 44 ratings

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Our shame can be healed.

From time to time I have said to you that one of the challenges of being a pastor is that when you preach, there is always the possibility that someone in the audience is thinking, "Pastor, you are telling my story. You are talking about me." And then they think that everyone knows that the person ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Manger: Image Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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How the manger demonstrates God’s grace

(adapted from a series from Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY) SERIES: “IMAGES OF CHRISTMAS” TEXT: LUKE 2:1-7 TITLE: “THE MANGER: IMAGE OF GOD’S GRACE” OPEN: A. Most of us have heard the story of the first Christmas more times that we can remember. 1. I’d like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Heaven Like? Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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This message takes a look at the passages that describe what heaven will be like.

Glimpsing Eternity: The Hope of Heaven What Will Heaven Be Like? Text: John 14:1-6 Introduction: We’ve heard many stories about what heaven is like. Most of them mention pearly gates and an angel who is standing by to interview those who seek to enter. Perhaps you’ve heard this one. It’s the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Mothers Matter Series

Contributed by Clay Hallmark on May 30, 2006

based on 77 ratings

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This is the first message in a series called "Your Family Matters!"

How many of you would agree with me that mothers are the best? Amen? I have the privilege of having a wonderful mother! I have a mother who loved me unconditionally, even when I did not deserve it; a mother who punished me when I was wrong and sometimes didn¡¦t punish me when she probably should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Transformed For Life Into Heaven” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 12, 2006

based on 60 ratings

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# 5 in a series on Eternity: What Awaits after death. This sermon talks about the new physcial body believers will have for all eternity.

“Eternity: What Awaits After Death” Sermon # 5 “Transformed For Life Into Heaven” 1 Corinthians 15:35-52 In 1 Corinthians 15:35 the Apostle Paul asks two questions that concern us all. “But someone will say, “How are the dead raised ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-52

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice The Lord Is King

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 18, 2003

based on 33 ratings

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Take the whole package and then take the package to Jesus instead of UPS or back to Wal-Mart.

I openly confess that I am a humbug. Indeed, I dread this time of year. I am afraid that Bible College finished off this holiday for me. Once I was told about the paganism, the date, the Mass and such it pretty much turned me off. Sadly, the truth about Christmas is that there is very little ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8, Romans 14:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Gifts Jesus Gives At Christmas

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 23, 2003

based on 74 ratings

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The whole meaning of the Advent season prior to Christmas is this: a gift from God is on the way. The basic reason we offer Christmas gifts to each other is to honor and reflect the only perfect gift ever offered—the gift of God through a Bethlehem baby n

The Gifts Jesus Gives at Christmas Matthew 2:10-11 The whole meaning of the Advent season prior to Christmas is this: a gift from God is on the way. The basic reason we offer Christmas gifts to each other is to honor and reflect the only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:10-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

What They Saw That Day

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 10, 2005

based on 8 ratings

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It’s easy to miss him, but we need to see Jesus SO: I want people to envision what it would have been like to see Jesus, and understand that while Jesus’ is not a plastic polyanna, he is hope and glory.

Title: What They Saw That Day Text: Luke 2:25 – 35 FCF: It’s easy to miss him, but we need to see Jesus SO: I want people to envision what it would have been like to see Jesus, and understand that while Jesus’ is not a plastic polyanna, he is hope and glory. Outline: I. What Everybody Else Saw (A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

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