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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Hope In The Darkness Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 25, 2022
     | 3,587 views

    The birth of John, known as the Baptist, is the appropriate beginning of the story of the coming of the Christ to present His life as a sacrifice for sinful man.

    “In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord. But they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope Is Not Dead!

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022
     | 1,265 views

    Society wants to drive the hope in Jesus out of his disciples. We cannot let that happen.

    Hope is NOT Dead! Mark 4:21-25 Mark 4:21 And He was saying to them, “A lamp is not brought to be put under a basket, is it, or under a bed? Is it not brought to be put on the lampstand? 22 “For nothing is hidden, except to be revealed; nor has anything been secret, but that it would come to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Steven Buhr avatar

    A Living Hope

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023
     | 2,699 views

    Our hope is not just something that we are waiting for in the future after we DIE! No, it is a LIVING HOPE that we have been reborn into NOW!

    Where Angels Long to Look A study through Peter June 11th 2023 I’ve been praying and reading for a while about where to journey next in the scriptures as we continue on our mission to know Christ and make Christ known. All of this (the bible) is good, and ‘All Scripture is breathed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Reason For Hope Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023
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     | 3,542 views

    If someone were to ask you, 'Where do you find hope in life?' what would your answer be?

    A Reason for Hope A study through Peter July 23rd 2023 If someone were to ask you, 'Where do you find hope in life?' what would your answer be? Is your hope for today and the future (because we cannot hope for the past) found in your investments (I hope my stocks are up!), the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Christmas Hope

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 28, 2023
     | 4,924 views

    If we don’t allow the hustle and bustle of the world’s hectic race to find the perfect gift, and if we step back and look at the real reason we celebrate, our hearts are happier. We smile more. Hopefully we get a little bit closer to those we love, not always, but we can hope for that.

    Can you believe it? It seems like yesterday that we were in the advent season. For those that may not know what Advent is, Advent is the 4 Sundays after Thanksgiving that lead up to Christmas day. This year there are actually 5 Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. So, our Advent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Christmas Hope Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 27, 2023
     | 1,620 views

    May the God of Hope fill you with all Joy.

    Christmas Hope Romans 15:13/ 1 Peter 1:3-7 Good morning everyone-Glad that you have joined us wither in person or online. This week begins Advent, a time that we are to prepare ourselves for Christmas and what Christmas is meant to be. A celebration for what Christ has done for us by Emmanuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Hope Is Alive

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 7, 2023
     | 1,335 views

    The greatest news the world has ever heard: He Is Not Here, He Is Risen!

    HOPE IS ALIVE Matthew 28 Introduction The greatest news the world has ever heard: He Is Not Here, He Is Risen! Matthew ends his gospel with the staggering news of the resurrection. We should never let this get old in our hearts. In Matthew 28 Angels testified Roman Guards fainted Women ran to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    There Is One Hope Series

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 12, 2023
     | 2,786 views

    Hope is something as important to us as water is to a fish. But with our current social and economic concerns, hope often seems illusive. Our political and legal systems are allowing outrageous things to go on. Just look at the news of this past week.

    Alba 4-9-2023 THERE IS ONE HOPE Ephesians 4:4 This morning's message is entitled “There Is One Hope” from Ephesians chapter four, verse four. Hope is something as important to us as water is to a fish. But with our current social and economic concerns, hope often seems illusive. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Winning Hope Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 10, 2024
     | 1,499 views

    In these days before Jesus comes again, don’t be disturbed and don’t be deceived. Instead, stand firm in the truth and find the confidence to persevere in every good work.

    Many of us have seen some doctors over the years; and the older we get, the more doctors we see. As a result, we’ve learned some words we never heard before. Doctors have their own jargon and seem to speak a strange language. After all, what do these terms really mean? • Barium – isn’t that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Mitchell Leonard avatar

    The God Of Hope

    Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Mar 30, 2024
     | 2,182 views

    An Easter message on the hope that Jesus brings to our lives.

    When we talk about God, we can use a number of words to describe Him. He is the God of Love. The God of Joy. The God of Mercy. It’s almost endless when we think about all of the different ATTRIBUTES of God. But this morning I want to preach to you a message on just ONE of those ATTRIBUTES. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    The Hope Of Easter

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 3, 2024
     | 618 views

    2 points. 1). The Resurrection. 2). The Life (Seedthought and story of Brandon from Larry Barber, Grief Counselor; Biblical exposition from Chuck Guth's article in Decision Magazine April 1999 entitled, "Jesus: The Resurrection and the Life) Used for a SonRise Service Easter 2024

    HoHum: Larry Barber is a grief counselor in Texas and he tells the following story from a children’s grief group: As the circle of eager children and their family members prepared to enjoy the company of fellow mourners in fun activities, I asked the group to share any exciting news that was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry Grant avatar

    A Living Hope

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 15, 2024
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     | 1,497 views

    Peter reminds us that we are not home! It is easy to forget who we are in Jesus and where we are going because of Jesus. This passage serves as a reminder of Who’s we are and where we are going.

    1 Peter 1:3-7 “A Living Hope” September 15, 2024 In the first verse of this chapter, Peter addresses his letter to “the strangers scattered”. He is writing to Jewish believers who have been forced to leave their homeland and have found themselves dispersed into other parts of the world. Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope For The Heartbroken

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Sep 6, 2025
     | 349 views

    I you have a trouble heart, turn that into trust. Trust in Jesus' PRESENCE, Trust in a future PLACE, Trust in Jesus' PROMISE.

    “Hope for the heartbroken” John 14:1-3 Have you ever had one of those days when everything goes wrong? ­ It doesn't make any difference how hard you try, ­ it just seems that everything backfires on you? ­ The harder you try, the worse it gets. There are times: ­ when ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Dayao avatar

    A Hope That Is Alive Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 26, 2025
     | 359 views

    This sermon breaks down 1 Peter 1:3 to explain the powerful and secure hope Christians have.

    Introduction: The World's Hope Brothers and sisters, think for a moment about the word "hope." In our world, hope is often a fragile thing. We hope we get the job. We hope the medical tests come back negative. We hope our children make good choices. This is a hope based on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Bright avatar

    Words Of Hope Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Feb 22, 2025
     | 396 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “Words of Hope” 1 Peter 3:13-16 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 3 “13 And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “And do not be afraid of their threats, nor be troubled.” 15 But sanctify the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist