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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Unity Of Hope

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2013
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     | 8,470 views

    The Christ child as the hope of the nations.

    THE UNITY OF HOPE. Romans 15:4-13. In many respects we might view Romans 14:1 to Romans15:13 as the practical outworking of the Jewish/Gentile debate of Romans 9 to 11. There was some dissension in Rome over matters of food and drink, and holy days. It is quite probable that it was a question of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope Restored

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 23, 2008
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     | 6,052 views

    Paul’s explanation of our hope in Jesus Christ

    Intro: why is Easter,(Resurrection Sunday) the most important day of the year. I believe Paul summed it all up in I Corinthians chapter 15--this is his thesis on the importance of the death, burial and resurrection of the Lord. Our key verse is 19, Paul states that if we only have hope in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David DeWitt avatar

    A Story Of Hope

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 12, 2001
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    The parable of the weeds gives us hope for the future!

    A Story of Hope Matthew 13:24-30 June 2001 24 Jesus told them another parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. 25 But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away. 26 When the wheat sprouted and formed heads, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    The Site Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 7, 2015
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     | 10,089 views

    God is the source of our hope and the reason for our praise

    Psalm 146:1-10 "The Site of Hope" INTRODUCTION I recently received an email from a former Nigerian royalty, stating that she had decided to give me $22 million. All I needed to do was to deposit $350.00 in a bank account that she identified. This would pay for the bank charges. She would ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Travis Duncan avatar

    Living Hope Series

    Contributed by Travis Duncan on Apr 21, 2018
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     | 10,169 views

    Despite our retched sinning and our vile conditions God showed us compassion! The word of God stated; “He has begotten us again”…

    Living Hope 1st Peter 1:1-12 Read 1st Peter 1:1-3 How many can agree today that our salvation is grounded in God’s Mercy! Romans 5:8 says; In that while we were yet sinners CHRIST died for us! Despite our retched sinning and our vile conditions God showed us compassion! The word of God stated; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Hope In Thanksgiving

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 23, 2015
     | 7,694 views

    When we have hope, we can be thankful … because He is in in control! It's when we focus on ourselves that it's easy to lose hope. This Thanksgiving, are you putting your hope and thankfulness in the right place?

    Hope Hebrews 6:13-20 Introduction - The title of the message is “Hope” Hope is a powerful weapon against the enemy because in it we are restored If we have hope, we are able to face the most difficult times of live If we have hope, even in the face of great loss we are able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hoping Or Wishing

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 21, 2021
     | 1,709 views

    The name Bethlehem means ‘house of bread’ in Hebrew, and it was located in an area called ‘fruitful’—Ephrathah. Compared to the city of Jerusalem, it is small. Not only in size but in significance.

    The name Bethlehem means ‘house of bread’ in Hebrew, and it was located in an area called ‘fruitful’—Ephrathah. Compared to the city of Jerusalem, it is small. Not only in size but in significance. “[T]his birthplace of David would also become the birthplace of his greatest descendant, the Messiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Hope Offered By The Man In The Middle”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 26, 2024
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    Rev. John Stott in his book: “The Cross of Christ” writes: “We can not proclaim the cross without the resurrection nor the resurrection without the cross.” Either Jesus actually rose from the grave or he did not. (quotes from He Chose Nails).

    In Jesus Holy Name March 31, 2024 Text: Matthew 28:1,5,6b Easter -Redeemer “Hope Offered by The Man in the Middle” Rev. John Stott in his book: “The Cross of Christ” writes: “We can not proclaim the cross without the resurrection nor the resurrection without the cross.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Roberta Karchner avatar

    Becoming Whole - From Shadow To Light Series

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Apr 19, 2024
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    What if the second half of the Psalm happened there in the darkest valley? The 23rd Psalm teaches us that God is with us, no matter what.

    When I was young, one of the early movies I saw was called Pollyanna which was released in 1960 by Disney. I mentioned on Easter that I used to watch the Wonderful World of Disney with my family on Sunday night, and it was there that I saw the movie. For those who have never actually seen the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Evans avatar

    Catalyst For Hope

    Contributed by Mark Evans on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,368 views

    A Stimulus to Change; somebody or something that makes a change happen or brings about an event.

    Catalyst For Hope! The nightly newscasts are broadcasting messages that stir emotions of fear, doubt, and uncertainly. Let me encourage you to maintain a positive and realistic perspective. Choose To Be A Catalyst For Hope. A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Todd Leupold avatar

    The Birth Of Hope

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 29, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,256 views

    Preached for Christmas Service at a home for the Elderly.

    “THE BIRTH OF HOPE” Christmas Program at Newark Baptist Home THESIS: God chose an elderly man & woman, both devout & pious, to proclaim & prophesy the birth of hope for all people. Even at the end of their lives, they saw hope and life in Jesus and passed this on to others. I. INTRODUCTION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Lyle avatar

    A Living Hope Series

    Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006
     | 4,104 views

    A study in first Peter

    I. An outburst of praise to God. A. It is “Reverent Praise” B. It is “Loving Praise” C. It is “Intelligent Praise” D. It is “Grateful Praise” II. Praise to God for a Bright Hope and Glorious Future A. It is Praise to God for “a Hope” 1. Hope defined – confident expectation dealing with the unseen ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Sajeev Painunkal, SJ avatar

    Dare To Hope

    Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Oct 22, 2010
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     | 4,671 views

    There are no hopeless situations. Jesus asks us to trust and to keep praying. If we don't give up, miracles can happen in our lives.

    Last week I went to visit an elderly nun in her retirement residence. She was very happy to meet me and we spent some time chatting. While looking around in her room, I noticed a small table in a corner of the room and three small statues facing the corner. One looked like the statue of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Hope In Christ Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,046 views

    In order to have hope, we must believe in something. It is not something given by man - which is why Jesus said, “Come to me”. Where do you find hope? What do you choose to satisfy you when the chaos of the world invades your life?

    Hope in Christ John 7:25-44 Introduction - The gospel of John screams of the faith that we should have in Christ -- It is the clearest example of living life FOR the one who redeemed you and I - Turmoil today is out of control … -- Many are asking, "Who is in charge?" -- What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kyle Sullivan avatar

    Hanging On To Hope. Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 4,467 views

    The source of our Suffering and how to hang onto hope in the sufferings.

    Key Words: “Hope” used six different times. “Wait” used three different times. “Groan” used three different times. Key: There is purpose behind the pain. The Source of Our Suffering: 1) Our own Situation. John 16:33 2) Is our Sin. Romans 5:12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist