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  • Ron Tuit avatar

    Wonderful, Counselor Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 3, 2012
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     | 9,328 views

    This is part one of an Advent series on Isaiah 9:6, on the purposes, names and deity of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Wonderful, Counselor Isaiah 9:6 In Isaiah 9:6 we read the familiar verse promising the future birth of Jesus: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Perfect Gift

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,387 views

    Advent message. Jesus being the ultimate gift, based from John 3:16. It comes down to our expression of what we think of of His gift.

    12/13/2009 The perfect Gift John 3:16-21 Introduction This morning, how do you follow last week’s service? People coming to Christ, several dedicating their lives back to the Lord. You can’t top that - that is my prayer every week. What you can ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Don Hawks avatar

    Have An Audacious Christmas

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 30, 2007
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     | 2,453 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Advent

    Jack Shea, writer and theologian shares his thoughts about how to send out Christmas greetings. Shea writes: “Some Christmas I am going to send out a Christmas card that will look like this. On the cover there will be three images. The first image will be a star brightly shining but it will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    Remember To Give Thanks!

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 29, 2012
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     | 10,771 views

    Thanksgiving or Advent reminder to be grateful as believers.

    Intro: A man stood writing at the post office counter one day when an older man shuffled up to him with a postcard in his hand.“Sir,” the older man said, “would you please address this postcard for me?” The first man gladly consented, and wrote what the older man dictated to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tim Zingale avatar

    Signs Of Love In Our World

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,556 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent

    3rd Sunday in Advent Luke 3:7-18 "Signs of Love in Our World" Zephaniah 3: 14 Sing aloud, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel! Rejoice and exult with all your heart, O daughter of Jerusalem! 15 The LORD has taken away the judgments against you, he has cast out your enemies. The King of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Voice From The Wilderness

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 5, 2022
     | 1,726 views

    A sermon for the second Sunday in Advent, Year A

    December 4, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Isaiah 11:1-10; Matthew 3:1-12 A Voice from the Wilderness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Once again we encounter our old Advent friend, John the Baptist. Every year ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ready

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 23, 2010
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    We should strive to be ready for the coming of Christ Jesus by repenting of our sins daily.

    Matthew 24: 36 – 44 / Ready Intro: David Peterson, former pastor of the 1st Presbyterian Church in Spokane, WA told about a time when he was preparing his sermon. His daughter came in and said, “Daddy, can we play?” He answered that he was very busy and in about an hour they ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Ancestry.com"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 29, 2017
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     | 7,984 views

    A sermon for the 1st Sunday of Advent.

    “Ancestry.com” Matthew 1:1-17 “Holy Crow! I’m related to George Washington.” ***Put up Picture of Woman holding George Washington Picture*** Just days after beginning her family history search, Emily discovered a truly legendary ancestor. With the help of Ancestry.com, she traced her family ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Joy

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 3, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 814 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent.

    Luke 1:39-56 Joy For nine- or ten-days Mary had carried with her the most astounding secret: She was pregnant, and the child was to be the long-awaited messianic king, Israel’s deliverer. Understandably, she had been afraid to share this news, because if the wrong person heard, Herod could have ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Scandalous Love Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,030 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

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    A Christmas Hope Worth Waiting For Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 6, 2021
     | 6,245 views

    All over the world, people recognize the power of Christmas. The reason why Christmas is “The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year” is because God keeps His promise.

    Merry Christmas to you and a big “hello” to our 11 a.m. service. I’m worshipping with Cross Church today, and hopefully, the technology you’re seeing causes all of us to focus on the message rather than the messenger. If you have a Bible, turn with me to Isaiah 11. We have asked you to share your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spring Cleaning Winter Series

    Contributed by Carol Mote on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,898 views

    Rediscovering your eternal birthright.

    The question of where do you begin at the start of Advent has been on my mind recently. How can you gain a sense of setting out on the Advent journey, towards the miraculous Birth of Christ; and feel purposeful, focused and perhaps more importantly, humbled as you consider the true wonder of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Hanging Of The Greens 2011

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,115 views

    Devotional for our Hanging of the Greens Service

    Hanging of the Greens Devotional 2011 Dec 4, 2011 Of all the events that have shaped human history, one moment stands above the rest. The moment was not filled with fanfare or frills but fantastic nonetheless. It is a moment when the temporal and the eternal came together. It is a moment that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    The Peace Within You

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 1, 2011
     | 6,656 views

    This Advent let your search for peace bring you to Jesus. Apply Him to your heart and let the peace of God which surpasses all understanding leave you in a state of Grace rather than disgrace.

    The “Peace” within you John 14:27-31 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. 28 "You heard me say, 'I am going away and I am coming back to you.' If you loved me, you would be glad ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Judith Hand avatar

    Preparing To Receive The Gift

    Contributed by Judith Hand on Dec 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,937 views

    Preparing to be a witness and a voice in the world for the coming of Christ. Practical things to do while we wait for the promise of His coming again.

    Preparing to Receive the Gift Most of us are preparing for Christmas right now and possibly the coming of family members to share the celebration. We are in the midst of decorating, shopping, cooking and cleaning. Somewhere in the background there is this nagging feeling that we have forgotten to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist