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  • James Mercer avatar

    When A King Became A Baby

    Contributed by James Mercer on Dec 9, 2013
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    A Christmas Sermon that emphasizes that the King was in control of all the events surrounding the incarnation.

    When a King Becomes a Baby Luke 2: 1-7 When Matthew quoted the prophet to declare that one of the names of the little baby would be “Immanuel”, he was making a statement about who the child would be: God with us. He was God long before the stars began to send forth their light or the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Divine Disappointment

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 6, 2015
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     | 7,801 views

    I’d like to give a few perspectives that will help us deal with divine disappointment. When we are less than thrilled about how or when God is working (or seemingly not working), what are we to think and do? Let’s take a look.

    Dealing with Divine Disappointment Luke 7:18-23 18 Then the disciples of John reported to him concerning all these things. 19 And John, calling two of his disciples to him, sent them to Jesus, saying, "Are You the Coming One, or do we look for another?" 20 When the men had come to Him, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Name Of Jesus

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 11, 2015
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     | 11,218 views

    Can someone be saved in the name of the Father or in the name of the Holy Spirit? Why is there such power in the name of Jesus?

    On May 9, 1961 a man named Newton Norman Minow made the following statement in a speech regarding the programming on television: “When television is good, nothing - not the theater, not the magazines or newspapers - nothing is better. But when television is bad, nothing is worse. (Notice ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Hope For The Future

    Contributed by Nigel Daly on Dec 14, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 14,583 views

    Zephaniah offers powerful hope for the future: hope of forgiveness, hope of freedom from fear, hope of salvation and hope of love

    Sermon - Zephaniah 3 v14-20 How hopeful are you for the future? According to a survey of British people at the end of 2014 only 34% of us thought 2015 would be better than 2014 with 42% expecting it to be the same and 18% expecting it to be worse. How hopeful are you for the future? Maybe the news ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Predestination?? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013
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     | 7,628 views

    This is the tenth message in a series over Romans 6-11. The series examines how we now live under God's grace. This message examines the doctrine of predestination.

    Introduction: There are certain topics known as “hot button topics.” These can be defined as a controversial subject or issue that is likely to arouse strong emotions. In the church the subject of predestination can be classified as one of these. In fact, predestination has prompted ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Going For Life Change

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 13, 2013
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     | 6,167 views

    The Pharisees did not experience life change because they had a different belief. Don't replace the relationship with a religion. Don't make the outward more important than the inward.

    RECAP – John 20:24-28. We saw last week how Thomas finally saw Jesus alive and uttered the most profound statement of faith – “My Lord and My God!” (1) LET GO of our Agenda – don’t cling on to the demands we set. (2) CHOOSE to have faith - faith is a choice ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    You Gotta Believe!

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jul 8, 2015
     | 7,348 views

    If we believe in the power of Christ to change this world, then not only can we see God's amazing work, we can also fulfill our call as disciples working for Christ's glory.

    As I began to write my sermon this week, I found that I had trouble figuring out where to start because there are so many things I would like to say to you all; so much I want to share as we begin our time together. But as I thought about it, I finally decided that there will be plenty of time to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Oasis In The Desert"

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Sep 13, 2016
     | 8,332 views

    A first person narrative sermon told by Philip. Based on Acts chapter 8

    Title: "Oasis in the Desert." Philip – in the first person Situation; it’s been quite an exciting season around Jerusalem… We’ve been waiting so long for the messiah to arrive. Then, Jesus of Nazareth came – through his teaching and his love and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Beginning Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 19, 2016
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    The birth Jesus as well as the details of His birth matter. Let's see why as we begin our Easter series.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We going to begin a new series that will take to Easter. • I cannot believe that Easter is right around the corner! • The series is entitled, “It Matters.” • As you have read the Bible, have you ever wondered why it matters? I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Midnight Buffet

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 28, 2013
     | 7,902 views

    God offers us a midnight buffet (like on a cruise) of spiritual blessing to people who are hungry and thirsty.

    Introduction We love a buffet! If you have ever had the opportunity to go on a cruise... and one of the highlights for many people... is the midnight buffet!! Have you ever experienced this phenomena?... They actually open the buffet line earlier than midnight... not for people to eat... but just ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Why God Became A Man Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 15, 2008
     | 3,817 views

    This message examines God’s motivation for the incarnation.

    Why would the Son of God want to become human? What would possess Him to leave His eternal home to enter this world plagued by pain and sorrow? Why would He give up the worship of angels to endure abuse at the hands of sinful man? Why did God become a man? Max Lucado in his book “God Came Near” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Coach’s Pep Talk Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2013
     | 7,468 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 10:5-16

    Matthew 10:5-16 The Coach’s Pep Talk “5 These twelve Jesus sent out and commanded them, saying: “Do not go into the way of the Gentiles, and do not enter a city of the Samaritans. 6 But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And as you go, preach, saying, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Miracle Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 27, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,485 views

    The greatest Miracle of Christmas

    Resource - Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, Mike Slaughter, Abingdon Press, 2011 The Miracle of Christmas There is a lot of miracle talk around Christmas! Somehow, even the most cynical persons among us find reason to hope for miracles! Even serious people are willing to talk about the appearance ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Story Of The Wise Men Series

    Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,287 views

    Character Series designed to look at some of the stories that surround the birth of our Savior.

    Christmas Stories Series: Take a look at some of the stories that surround the birth of our Savior... Isaiah 60:1-6 (Approx 700 BC) 1 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. 2 For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keeping Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 27, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,115 views

    Are Christians required to keep the Sabbath? Should we be holding our congregational meetings on Saturdays?

    Dakota Community Church July 27, 2014 Sabbath Keeping Summer Series at Dakota: The 10 Commandments Exodus 20:8 Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, 10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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