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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Do We Have It All Backwards Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,158 views

    James confronts Christians about the natural tendency to show deference to the wealthy. He challenges us to look at wealth from God’s point of view.

    JAMES 2:5-7 DO WE HAVE IT ALL BACKWARDS? “Listen, my beloved brothers, has not God chosen those who are poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom, which he has promised to those who love him? But you have dishonoured the poor man. Are not the rich the ones who oppress you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is With Us: To Give Us Hope And To Help Us Be Hope Deliverers

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 29, 2008
    based on 1 rating
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    At times life can be difficult and even dark, as we prepare for Christmas and Jesus’ second coming we gain hope not by relying on this world but on Jesus. This Advent sermon explores what it means to be a hope receiver and a hope deliverer.

    As we begin the start of the church year, our first Sunday of Advent encourages us to look at being hopeful. This week I read a story about a lady called Susan Duggan. Susan Duggan is a lady with hope. Not because she’s had an easy life or she has received great rewards. Listen to part of her ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dean Courtier avatar

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

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2023
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    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

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Advent Hope: A Light In The Darkness - The Promise Of Hope - Isaiah 9:2 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,452 views

    We often see hope as something uncertain—a wish for better days ahead. But biblical hope is different. It’s not a wish; it’s a confident expectation rooted in the promises of God.

    Advent Hope: A Light in the Darkness - The Promise of Hope - Isaiah 9:2 Theme: Jesus, the Light of the World, brings hope in the darkness. Key Verse: Isaiah 9:2 – “The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Have A Blast While You Last Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 28, 2023
     | 2,103 views

    As you face a terminal diagnosis, rest in God’s perfect plan for you, find hope in this life and the next, and enjoy the time you have left.

    Several years ago, The Onion, a satirical magazine, ran a humorous article with a biting truth. They titled the article, “World Death Rate Holding Steady at 100 Percent.” The article reported: World Health Organization officials expressed disappointment Monday at the group's finding that, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Deliverance From The Spirit Of Delay

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 7, 2025
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    Delay is a weapon the enemy uses to frustrate divine timing, hinder breakthroughs, and prolong seasons of hardship.

    DELIVERANCE FROM THE SPIRIT OF DELAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-14 "Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Our Symbol Of Living Hope

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 3,628 views

    Sense the excitement of the Easter story in Peter and how it can be ours too.

    Our Symbol of Living Hope 1 Peter 1:3-9 by Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC Do the dead rise up and walk again? Easter took all of Jesus’ friends by surprise. None expected that He would be alive once again. He had before his death warned them numerous times that he must die and then be raised ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Under The Wings Of God There Is Hope Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 10,679 views

    When life seems dark and dreary, God is still near. His nearness always ends in hope. Hope is faith under fire.

    Under the Wings of God there is Hope Bible Background: This quiet tale of ordinary life stands in strong contrast to the war and strife of Judges, which relates to the same general period. No doubt many people lived just such a normal peaceful life during this time period. Although Israel’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Mark #6: Uncommon Hope Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 3, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,504 views

    This sermon inspires the hope of eternal life to all who beleive.

    Ten Marks of a Prevailing Church Mark #6: Uncommon Hope 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 July 29, 2001 Intro: A. [Born to Lose, Citation: Norman Vincent Peale in Power of the Plus Factor, in Christianity Today.] Once walking through the twisted little streets of Kowloon in Hong Kong, I came upon a tattoo ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    Our Hope, Now And Forever

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 7, 2000
    based on 344 ratings
     | 22,045 views

    Our hope is a sure and lasting one

    A little girl lived near a cemetery, and often had to walk through it after dark. When someone asked her, “Aren’t you ever afraid?”, she answered, “Oh, no! My home is just on the other side.” The best way to begin this sermon today I think, is to ask the question; ‘where are you going’? ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Is There Any Hope For Our Kids?

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 4,748 views

    With the tragedies surrounding our youth today we must ask the question -- "Is there any hope for our kids?"

    "Is There Any Hope For Our Kids?" The past two weeks have been a tragic time of upheaval, uncertainty, and insanity in the lives of our young people. When the news came forth about the shooting in Littleton, Colorado we were all stunned by the news of two students carrying out their plan of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Enough Hope In God To Sing Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 5,755 views

    A textual espository sermon calling God’s people in my care to base their hope in His care for them and challenging individuals to choose a song to sing every day this week as an expression of their hope.

    Topic: Hope Theme: Hope in God’s Care Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to base their hope in His care for them. Response: Individuals will chose a song to sing every day this week as an expression of their hope in God. INTRODUCTION: Karen was ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Matthew Rogers avatar

    The Angel's Message To Zechariah: Hope Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 125 ratings
     | 23,625 views

    We can count on God to breathe hope into the air of impossible situations.

    The Christmas Angels – Part 1 CCCH 12-5-99 INTRODUCTION ILLUS – It’s about this time of year that I think about watching my favorite movie again, It’s a Wonderful Life. And I picture poor George Bailey standing in the snow without a coat on that bridge in Bedford Falls thinking about ending it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    We Might Have Hope

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 9,621 views

    how Paul worked for unity in Rome so they could grow in Scriptures and have hope of salvation

    December 9, 2001 Romans 15:4-13 4 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. 5 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. Jerry Morrissey avatar

    "Hope Is Always The "Soup Of The Day.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 8,170 views

    March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple Title: “Hope is always the “soup of the day.” Ezekiel 37:1-14

    March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple Title: “Hope is always the “soup of the day.” Ezekiel 37:1-14 Verses one to ten, describe a vision. Ezekiel is taken by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran