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Truth In Advertising Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 11, 2001

based on 67 ratings

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The same angel gives the same basic message to Zechariah and Mary. Zechariah reacts with skepticism while Mary responds with calm acceptance. Why the difference?

OPEN: I recently ran across an article that gave some of the signs of the Christmas season: - A toy store advertised: “Ho, ho, ho spoken here.” - In a bridal boutique sign declared: “Marry Christmas.” - Outside a church – this proclamation: “The original Christmas Club.” - From a department store: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Who Is The Christ Of Christmas: The Humble Servant" Series

Contributed by Devin Hudson on Dec 19, 2001

based on 15 ratings

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This sermon examines the Christ of Christmas as the Humble Servant of Philippians 2:5-11.

Who is the Christ of Christmas? The Humble Servant Philippians 2.5-11 If God were to come to earth, how would He appear? - Would God be a great king who would rule and reign over the earth? - Would He be a powerful military captain who would overthrow nations? - Or perhaps a world renown doctor ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Does Environment Matter?”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 21, 2001

based on 199 ratings

| 10,125 views

Year A. December 30, 2001 Matthew 2: 13-23 Title: “Does environment matter?”

Year A. December 23, 2001 Matthew 2: 13-23 Title: “Does environment matter?” Joseph flees to Egypt with Jesus and Mary because Herod is out to kill the child Jesus. When safe, they return and take up residence in Nazareth. If Joseph or Mary or both, had told Jesus stories of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Taking A Stand

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

based on 106 ratings

| 9,950 views

Gideon moved from being a defeatist and doubter to being a doer.

TAKING A STAND Judges 6:1-22 In the mountains of East Tennessee, there is a beautiful little church with a strange name. On the sign out front the name is artfully written: “Compromise Church.” There is a story behind the name. The church had been built early in the 20th century and the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

Thanksgiving - I Owe It All To You

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 7, 2001

based on 480 ratings

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For Christians, Thanksgiving is a day to acknowledge that everything we have is a gift from God, & to lift our hearts in thanksgiving to Him. But we're not very good at saying "Thank you," are we? .

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2014) A. Many holidays have two different celebrations or connotations - one worldly, & the other, Christian. The world celebrates Easter with Easter bunnies & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-24, John 6:35-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Howard Harden on Jan 13, 2001

based on 214 ratings

| 30,675 views

Luke shared three encounters from Jesus’ life to teach us the cost of following Jesus.

The Cost of Following Jesus Luke 9:57-62 I recently was moved by an encounter I had with a little girl. We were in line at the small town store where I live. She was small and dirty. Her clothes were unwashed, her feet barefoot. Dirt was upon her face, but she did not notice. She ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: Pierced

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 18, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 5,701 views

He brought forth a bride for the first Adam from his side; now He has done the same for the Last Adam

It has been said many times, that crucifixion must be the cruelest form of capital punishment ever devised by the mind of man. In our culture of comfort, and in a time when the pendulum of justice has swung so far away from the protection of society and so far toward the protection of the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-37

Denomination: Orthodox

Fresh Every Morning

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 28, 2001

based on 120 ratings

| 16,924 views

To remind us that the things that matter most in life must be gathered fresh every day.

Fresh Every Morning Exod 16:2-4, 13-20 2 In the desert the whole community grumbled against Moses and Aaron. 3 The Israelites said to them, "If only we had died by the LORD’s hand in Egypt! There we sat around pots of meat and ate all the food we wanted, but you have brought us out into this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-4, Exodus 16:13-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Day Of Infamy

Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Sep 19, 2001

based on 24 ratings

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Like Pearl Harbor.September 11,2001 was another "Day in Infamy"

Jesus Is Coming! Are you Prepared For it? It is very important for us to always keep in mind that this time on earth is only a moment when compared to eternity. I understand that it is important that we live life to it’s fullest and enjoy every bit of living here on earth, but still we need to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, James 4:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit At Work In The World

Contributed by Mark Calder on Sep 20, 2001

based on 47 ratings

| 5,196 views

Some reflections in the light of the 11 Sept. about what God must do by his Spirit, if the world is to change.

Date: 16 September 2001 Service/s: 8.30am, 10.00am Series: 2 part series on the Holy Spirit Passage: John 16:5-15 Aim: To show people the role of the Holy Spirit working in the world to convict the world of sin, righteousness and judgement. I want to help people to understand what this ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Beat The Blues With Jesus

Contributed by Robert Parker on Oct 8, 2001

based on 44 ratings

| 5,647 views

Let not your heart be troubled. You believe in God, believe also in me. Jesus has made a way through any trial or tribulation! Let not your heart be troubled saints of God

Looking closely at this scripture, the words of Jesus himself, we must take a moment to remind ourselves of what has just occurred here. These words from the master come after one of the most famous historical events in biblical history. The Last Supper… And it is here, were Jesus has just ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Donkey Ride

Contributed by D Worth Carson on Apr 13, 2001

based on 68 ratings

| 7,253 views

Why did Jesus ride into Jerusalem on a Donkey? Palm Sunday Message

Donkey Ride Matthew 21:1-11 Outline Introduction: When the king shows up. Why did Jesus enter on a Donkey? 1. To Teach us about His Kingdom What is it like? Not of this world. Not built on power and might. But, 2. To Reveal His Inner Spirit. He comes to Us Gentle. He shows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saul - Relapse To Restoration

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Apr 22, 2001

based on 100 ratings

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King Saul’s depression, caused by disobedience to God, was relieved as he came to terms with himself and asked David to play his harp - a parable of what Jesus can do for us.

A century ago when biographies of Christian men were written it was the accepted policy not to probe too deeply into their lives. It was felt that it wasn’t to the glory of God that a man whom God had used mightily in his service should have weaknesses or failings (except, of course, before ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

First " Giving Honor And Obedience " To God.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on Apr 22, 2001

based on 54 ratings

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It is more important for Christians to obey God rather than any human authority.

THE SECOND SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF EASTER, THE MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY THE 22ND OF APRIL, 2001 THE TEXT .....Acts 5:29-29 PRAYER...MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGE SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL CHALLENGE THOSE WHO ARE COMFORTABLE AND COMFORT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Methodist

Survivor:how To Overcome Your Peninnah? Series

Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Apr 30, 2001

based on 204 ratings

| 94,124 views

This sermon uses the story of Hannah as an example of Overcoming obstacles through effective prayer

A lot of times in our lives we are faced with trials an obstacle that threaten to end our very existence, so we think. We are so beaten down that we don’t how we are going to survive. you have tried to do things your way and the more you put your hands in it the more you fail. What obstacles are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-18

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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