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  • David Owens avatar

    A Living Hope Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 8, 2010
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     | 14,726 views

    This is an introductory sermon to a series on First Peter. In this sermon, we get reacquainted with the man who wrote it, the people to whom he sent it, and the particular situation that prompted him to write it.

    Introduction: A. Maybe you’ve heard the statement: “Where there’s life, there’s hope!” 1. Like most sayings, it has an element of truth, but no guarantee of certainty. 2. It is not the fact of life and determines hope, rather it is the faith of life that determines ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    A Living Hope

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
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    Christian hope in Jesus Christ. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: 1 Peter chapter 1 verses 1-9. Quote: • “We don’t look alike, we don’t act alike. • We don’t dress alike. • We have different tastes in the food we eat. • The books we read, the films we watch, the cars we drive and the music we ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Friend Of The Hopeful Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 22, 2009
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    In fearful times, there are also signs of hope. Some turn everything into a sign of fear and conflict. Others can see hope if they allow others to succeed. The child Jesus is a sign of such hope.

    "The time of fear is over; now comes the time of hope." These words were spoken in the most unlikely of situations. A French novelist, Tristan Bernard, and his wife, were being put into prison by the Gestapo, after the Nazis had overrun France. They were being sent to a concentration camp; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Allen James avatar

    A Thankful Hope Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Nov 6, 2009
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     | 4,879 views

    A sermon series in Colossians tracing the word "Eucharisteo = to give thanks." This message reveals Paul’s thankfulness for the hope of the Colossians.

    A Thankful Faith • Colossians 1:3-8 SERIES INTRODUCTION: meaning of “eucharist = to give thanks” INTRODUCTION: Often times when we give thanks, we focus upon the blessings we have RECEIVED which are often times TEMPORARY. In this passage, Paul gives thanks for the blessing OF OTHERS which are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Cleary avatar

    The Risen Hope

    Contributed by Steve Cleary on Nov 14, 2009
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    Some brief reflections for an Easter communion.

    THE RISEN HOPE (1 Peter 1:3) Introduction Is there any hope ? Christian Aid poster - do you believe in life before death ? A constant refrain goes up throughout the ages is there hope ? On a human level, there seems to be little war, famine. Wrong seems to win the hearts and minds of people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Hope Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009
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    Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

    The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    The Blessed Hope

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2009
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     | 5,742 views

    There are those who think it foolish to hope that this world will one day know peace and be ruled by justice.

    The Blessed Hope Titus 2:11-13 Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. Titus 2:12 It teaches us to say No to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, Titus 2:13 while we wait for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Is There Hope For Me? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 9, 2010
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     | 4,461 views

    God continues and completes what he starts.

    Scripture Introduction Today’s text is a “plaque verse,” you find it inscribed on plaques, “calligraphy-ed” on cards, and on lists of verses Christians memorize. A couple of weeks ago, Kevin sent me a link to Steve Green singing it. In my previous pastorates, we sang, “He Who Began a Good Work in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    A Living Hope

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 17, 2010
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    Hope is both a verb and a noun, something we do and something we have within our hearts. Hope is one of the many blessings God offers to all who will obey and follow Christ.

    A Living Hope 04/12/09 PM Text: 1 Peter 1:3-5 Introduction The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines hope as “a desire with expectation of obtainment; to expect with confidence (Trust.)” The word hope appears some 68 times in the New Testament and is in one of my favorite verses: Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Hope Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 4, 2010
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    As Christians we have a living hope, made sure by the risen Lord Jesus Christ. His resurrection is the sign that we too will be raised to new life. His Holy Spirit given to us is the guarantee that God’s life is flowing through us and will keep us safe un

    I was watching the replay of the Wimbledon final last Monday morning at the gym. Andy Roddick had fought back to be 2 all at the end of the fourth set. At that stage he must have felt like he had a real hope of changing history. Maybe this was the year that Roger Federer could be beaten and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Humilty & Hope Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,065 views

    Humility helps when we're fallible human beings. Peter knew this form bitter experience.

    By Rev Bill Stewart I hope all of us can think of times when someone has done something to encourage and support us when we were doing it tough. Perhaps it was a phone call? or an invite out for coffee and a chat? or perhaps it was a letter? or an email? or even just a text message? I don't think ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Birth Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010
     | 10,561 views

    this Christmas may this message help us know that Jesus brought Hope into this sin filled world and encourage us to find Hope in Him.

    CHRISTMAS FROM THE FOUR GOSPELS The Birth Of Hope Luke 2:1-18 INTRODUCTION: A. Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; That at that time ye were without Christ, being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    A Living Hope

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Oct 13, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,529 views

    How be the best for God in our life

    Dear God: I want to thank You for what you have already done. I am not going to wait until I see results or receive rewards I am thanking You right now. I am not going to wait until I feel better or things look better, I am thanking You right now. I am not going to wait until people say they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Samuel Stone avatar

    Hope Uncompromised Series

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 31, 2007
     | 4,567 views

    Paul was dealing with the Christians in Colossae that had lost their hope because a false teacher there spreading wrong message to them. Paul was trying to correct the chaos created by the false teaching because, being a loving and passionate person, he h

    Scripture Lesson: Colossians 2:6-19 Last night I received an email from a guy named Jim H. He says, “Twice today you sent me back the email containing some cute animal pictures that I sent out a year an a half ago, without explanation. I don’t know who you are and I don’t think I have ever had you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Samuel Stone avatar

    Live Into Hope Series

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 31, 2007
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     | 5,759 views

    Paul reminds the Christians to stay focused on who we really are and the true gospel that gives them hope, that they originally believed in, because they are sidetracked by the heresy of the Gnostic gospel.

    Colossians 3:1-11 The other day Christy, my six-year-old, looked for me in the house calling “Daddy, where are you?” I said, “I am here in the basement.” She came down to the basement and as she approached me she said, “Well, I forgot why I came down to tell you.” She thought for a long while and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed