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Responding To A Christmas Miracle

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 4, 2022

During this sermon, please listen to how Zachariah and Mary responded to the angel Gabriel and ask yourself, how should I respond to Christ’s birth so that I might honor Him rightly on His birthday?

Responding to a Christmas Miracle Luke 1:26-38 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 It is almost Christmas time again! While I am not a big fan of insane traffic and shopping in overcrowded malls, how I love to visit family and friends and gorge on some of the best cooking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Conformity

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 2, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 9: 1 – 27

1 Samuel 9: 1 – 27 Conformity 9 There was a man of Benjamin whose name was Kish the son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Bechorath, the son of Aphiah, a Benjamite, a mighty man of power. 2 And he had a choice and handsome son whose name was Saul. There was not a more handsome person than he ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Garments Of Godliness In An Ungodly World

Contributed by David Seeley on Apr 24, 2004

There are some Christian character traits with which God desires for us to be clothed. Kindness, compassion, and thankfulness to name a few.

Introduction: In our modern world we can often tell a person’s occupation by looking at them. You will not see a police officer directing traffic wearing a butcher’s apron. You will not see a park ranger wearing a pizza delivery uniform. You will not see a doctor wearing a welding mask. Just ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Holiness

Mary’s Christmas

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Dec 11, 2002

The first Christmas was Mary’s Christmas but today it is simply Merry Christmas.

"MARY’S Christmas" Introduction: The first Christmas was not a commercial. It was about a coming, God coming down to be with us. God through His Son came to seek and to save that which was lost. There is nothing Merry about being lost. Mary’s Christmas was about a Saviour born to die for our sins. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

Common Cana

Contributed by Brad Lewis on Jan 26, 2003

The miracle at the wedding in Cana is an example of how God can take the common and do uncommon things.

Common Cana John 2:1-11 Many people say, “I’m too ordinary!” “I’m nothing special!” “I have nothing to offer!” At some point in life, everyone reaches that place That place of inadequacy Especially when it come to doing something for God that you’ve never done before Certainly there are others who ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come To The Table

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 24, 2001

This is a sermonette for a thanksgiving communion message.

"Come To The Table" Thanksgiving Communion Service November 18, 2001 FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker 1 Cor. 11:23-29 A Thanksgiving is a day we look forward to all year long. a All the smells, great stuffing, Golden Turkey cooked to perfection, pumpkin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Is The Man

Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 14, 2006

The Psalmist describes the character and behavior of a person who is blessed by God.

Blessed is the Man Psalm 1 I. A man is blessed when he does not (vs. 1) A. Listen to the counsel of the wicked. 1. Character of the wicked. (Ps. 10:7-11) 2. Nature of their counsel. a. Unreliable (Ps. 5:9) b. Unwise (Ps. 36:3) B. Walk with the sinners (Wicked) 1. They ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding Hanukkah

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007

Outline plus some thoughts which tell the story of Hanukkah and give some applications for Christians from this miracle which the Jews received from God.

UNDERSTANDING HANUKKAH December 17, 2006 Pastor Eric J. Hanson Slide 2: Part of Daniel’s Prophecies • 8:15-20: Medo-Persian Empire • 21-22: Alexander the great and the four generals who divided the Greek empire at the time of his death • 23-24: Introduction to the character and abilities of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Great Opportunity Lurks When The Stones Are Flying

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014

Can we see a difference in dedication and commitment? What will we do when we face difficult situations? The rocks are flying? Duck?

THE GREATEST OPPORTUNITY TO BE A REAL TEST OF RELIGION IS WHEN THE STONES ARE FLYING STAND STILL. HOW CAN I STAND STILL... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. THE CHICKEN AND THE PIG WERE TRYING TO DECIDE WHAT TO HAVE FOR BREAKFAST... THE CHICKEN SAID I VOTE FOR BACON AND ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Because Of The Anointing

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

To better understand the Anointing, we must better understand the Anointed One: The Messiah.

Isaiah 10:27 Psalm 119 (176 = 176/8 = 22). Hebrew Olive Bet has 22 Letters. Messiah (Mah-She-Oct) Mem Shean Het Mem = V97; Shean = V161; Het = V57 Isaiah 10:27 “…and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.” The Anointing: Jesus is our Messiah. The Messiah is the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Excellent Behavior Among The Gentiles

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 23, 2024

Let this testimony encourage you to serve the Lord with passion and compassion! Share Jesus with this lost world and also live as a testimony so that they glorify God.

Excellent behavior among the Gentiles 1 Peter 2:12”Keep your behavior excellent among the Gentiles, so that in the thing in which they slander you as evildoers, they may because of your good deeds, as they observe them, glorify God in the day of visitation.” Early morning the lady staying bang ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy And Sorrow And "fun" Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 4, 2024

My boss said he wished he could expunge the word “fun” from our students’ working vocabulary. Now knowing what students at our all-boy high school could do outside supervision, I tended to agree.

Joy, Sorrow and “Fun” Some time ago, I listened to a sermon by the local pastor. He told us that the Ten Commandments were given to us by God so that we could all “enjoy” life. I’m sure there are many, even Christians, who would question that. After all, the Commandments are largely a list of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:23, Luke 22:39-71

Denomination: Catholic

Pride

Contributed by Grant Adams on Aug 3, 2021

The most troublesome sins and most difficult to handle are the little sins in life.

1. I have very little problems with the so-called big sins. a. The terms little and big are man’s classification and not God’s. b. Sin is sin with God, not big and little. c. Big sins; murder, adultery, lying, stealing. 2. For most of us, we do battle with the little sins every day. a. Pride, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

'how To Remain Sane In An Insane World'

Contributed by James H. Cook, Jr. on Jan 23, 2004

In our anxious age of terrorist threats; financial uncertainty; marital disillusionment; rebellious children; neglectful parents; governmental ineptness and inadequacy; and personal failures, the universal cry and desire for a true and lasting peace seems

"HOW TO REMAIN SANE IN AN INSANE WORLD" or "PEACE THAT PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING" Philippians 4:6-8 "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Baptist

"A Good View Of The Good News!'

Contributed by James H. Cook, Jr. on Oct 13, 2001

"As recipients of God’s grace, all Christians are called to ’open their eyes’ as well as their hearts, to do the work of an Evangelist.’"

"A GOOD VIEW OF THE GOOD NEWS" Romans 1:1-7 and II Timothy 4:2-5 If you’ve ever listened to Paul Harvey’s radio program you know that many times he recognizes couples who are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Occasionally I’ve heard him recognize those celebrating their 75th ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:2-5

Denomination: Baptist