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The Meaning Of Advent

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 10, 2004

This sermon focuses on the Gospel being "good news." Advent is about the "coming" and "arrival" of Jesus, the Messiah - anointed one.

“The Meaning of Advent” Luke 2:10-11 The Christian world celebrates the season of Advent on the four Sundays prior to Christmas. Today is the second Sunday of Advent. The dictionary gives two descriptions for Advent “Coming” and “Arrival.” The message of Advent is about the coming and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Christmas Advent

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 12, 2004

This outline gives an example for holding the Advent lightnig ni your church over the course of 4 weeks with the lighting of the 5th candle on your Christmas eve service.

Christmas 2005 Advent Advent is Latin for Arrival. This refers to the arrival of our Lord and Savior. The advent wreath represents God’s unending love for us, and the holly branches represent our everlasting life with Jesus Christ. We light one candle, reading the Advent passage for that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Advent Week 1: Hope - "hope In The Coming Light" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2023

In this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. As we commence this journey, and delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ.

Advent Week 1: Hope - "Hope in the Coming Light" Dear friends, in this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. As we commence this journey, and delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ. We begin by: Acknowledging the Darkness: There is a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Psalm 27:1, Malachi 4:2, Romans 15:13, Matthew 5:14-16, Psalm 23:4, Hebrews 6:19, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pursuing A Tradition Of Seeing God's Reality Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 10, 2004

The reality of the world around us is NOT the reality of being a Christ-follower. How do we cultivate this true-sight in a world that is so often blind

One pleasant surprise while in Mexico last month was seeing a total lunar eclipse. It would have been nice to have had Rick’s telescope down there but most nights there was just too much light from the area to really see many stars. Yet, as the moon took on its orange glow from the shadow of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas Characters: Isaiah

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 1, 2022

Jesus birth was foretold thousands of years beforehand by a prophet living for God

I’ll never forget a friend of mine asking where the wreath with the candles were during one of my first church pastorates. I replied, “we don’t need those rituals do we?” The response was all about the history, her church experiences during Christmas and why she loved a church all dressed up in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5, Psalm 16:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Things First Series

Contributed by Stephen Gibney on May 10, 2003

God’s Covenant with Adam.

THE ADAM PROJECT First Things First: Genesis 1:26, 27; 2:4-7 We would do well to start preaching the gospel not in terms of just religion, or having a relationship with God but preaching it on the basis of a covenant that God makes with people. In fact the Bible is divided into two testaments the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:4-7

Denomination: Apostolic

First Things First

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

What is the first thing one must do to insure his or her spiritual growth? Paul told Titus something that may surprise you.

FIRST THINGS FIRST Titus 1:1-5 Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount, “Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,” (Matt. 5:48). That’s a rather tall order, wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-5

First Things First

Contributed by Mike Logan on Sep 28, 2004

A Message of encouragement for entering a new year or can be edited for a new season.

First things First January 4, 2004 Pastor Mike Logan Welcome Saints……it is wonderful to be here with you this morning. Can you believe it’s already 2004? It’s amazing how fast time creeps up on us isn’t it? Being the first of the year, there are many things that start fresh…New beginnings for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Things First

Contributed by Larry La Douceur on Nov 6, 2005

Some form of the word “Seek” is used in the Bible over 150 times, therefore when we encounter a verse that clearly states we are to “seek first” something, that should clearly get our attention.

First Things First Introduction Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. The bible in different ways tells us what we need to seek for and what we should not seek. Examples – Leviticus 19:31 “‘Do not turn to mediums or seek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

First Things First

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 27, 2006

What kind of premium does God put on communicating with His people? "You have not because you ask not."

FIRST THINGS FIRST Luke 18:1 18:1 And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray , and not to faint; Every promise in the Bible comes with a condition. Matt. 6:33, Seek ye first..., Mal. 3:10 ..open the windows... Before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

First Things First

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Apr 21, 2006

This sermon is taken from Jesus’ sermon on the mount. It asks us totake a good look at our priorities in life. Is Christ Jesus "REALLY" our number one priority?

WHERE DOES JESUS RANK IN YOUR LIST OF PRIORITIES? SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: MATTHEW 6:33 ’But Seek Ye First the Kingdom of Godand His Righteousness and All These Things Shall Be Added unto You.’ Introduction: I’d like to ask you a question this morning and I would like for you to think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

First Things First

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 15, 2006

A message about setting your priorities.

FIRST THINGS FIRST I attended the California Baptist Institute for 5 years. Dr. Roy M. Reed was the president of the school and every year, on the first day of school he gave the same lecture. He would say, "Young men, learn to set your priorities." The Word of God give us a list of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28

Denomination: Baptist

First Things First

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 22, 2007

Many times we fail to receive the Lord’s blessings because we put what we love before us rather than what the Lord wants.

FIRST THINGS FIRST GENESIS 29:25-27 When morning came, there was Leah! So Jacob said to Laban, “what is this you have done to me? I served you for Rachel, didn’t I? Why have you deceived me?” Laban replied, “ It is not our custom here to give the younger daughter in marriage before the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:25-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

First Things First Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This is about getting priorities straight.

Worship is bringing pleasure to God. One way we bring pleasure to God is by doing his will for us, and his church. We have two big problems though. The first is that we may think we are inferior, and the second is that we have our own ideas about what is best. I. We are not INFERIOR. When I was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

First Things First

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The content of the gospel is of paramount importance.

Thesis: The content of the gospel is of paramount importance. Intro.: 1. In the educational field ("academia") there is a raging debate over what a "core curriculum" should be. a. What courses should be required of all students? b. How do you decide irreducible minimum all should know? c. Who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8