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  • Bryan Lassiter avatar

    The Hope In Advent - A Call To Attention!

    Contributed by Bryan Lassiter on Nov 27, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,537 views

    Advent is an important part of our church year. The first Sunday of Advent is the Sunday we emphasize the Hope we have in Christ Jesus.

    The Hope in Advent – A Call to Attention! Mark 13:28-37 “Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender, and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near. So, you also, when you see these things happening, know that it is near—at the doors! Assuredly, I say ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Vision Of Peace For A World At War

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,498 views

    A vision of Kingdom peace is the hope for which we wait in the future and work for in the present.

    Title: A Vision of Peace for a World at War / A Hope for Peace for a World at War Text: Isaiah 2:1-5 Thesis: A vision of a kingdom peace is the hope for which we wait in the future and work for in the present. Introduction I am reading a new book by Bobby Gross titled: Living the Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Day The King Comes: Living In The Light Of Christ’s Return - Zechariah 14:1–9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 28, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 243 views

    In the midst of this turmoil, God speaks of hope, victory, and the arrival of His King. Following Jesus is not simply about moral behaviour—it is about living in anticipation of the King’s return

    The Day the King Comes: Living in the Light of Christ’s Return - Zechariah 14:1–9 (NLT) Introduction Imagine, for a moment, a world gripped by chaos—nations rising against each other, leaders scheming, cities crumbling under fear and conflict. This is not merely a headline from today’s newsfeed; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Conviction Gives Hope To The Bereaved

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,706 views

    CONVICTION REGARDING GOD'S PROGRAM FOR THE FUTURE GIVES HOPE FOR THE BEREAVED GOD'S FORMULA OF COMPASSION: KNOWLEDGE + FAITH GIVES HOPE KNOWLEDGE + FAITH = CONVICTION CONVICTION GIVES HOPE Introd.

    CONVICTION REGARDING GOD'S PROGRAM FOR THE FUTURE GIVES HOPE FOR THE BEREAVED GOD'S FORMULA OF COMPASSION: KNOWLEDGE + FAITH GIVES HOPE KNOWLEDGE + FAITH = CONVICTION CONVICTION GIVES HOPE Introd.: Two different groups of believers in view: 1) those who are alive and remain until the coming of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Uplifting Worship Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 5, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,880 views

    If you want God to lift you up in worship, then come humbly, come sincerely, and come believing God.

    Chuck Swindoll tells the story of a typical American family driving home from church one Sunday. Dad was fussing about the sermon being too long and sort of boring. Mom said she thought the organist played too loudly during the second hymn they sang. Sis, who was a music major in college, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Spencer Homan avatar

    Advent 1 - (Hope) 2006 Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 47 ratings
     | 41,117 views

    A sermon for the first Sunday in Advent. Hope.

    Jer 33:14-16 “Behold, the days are coming, says the Lord, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and to the house of Judah. In those days and at that time I will cause a righteous Branch to spring forth for David; and he shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    ...and We Shall Be Healed PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 639 views

    This sermon encourages embracing God's desire for our spiritual prosperity, seeking healing through repentance, harmony in forgiveness, and anticipating hope in Easter renewal.

    Good morning, beloved! It is a joy to stand before you today, not because of any merit of my own, but because of the grace that has been bestowed upon us, the grace that brings us together in this sacred fellowship. Today, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a fresh revelation, a deeper ...read more

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    Running Into Jesus

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 30, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,782 views

    Like the two on the Emmaus Road, we sometimes grow disappointed with God. But, if we seek his will through his word, he speaks to us and clarifies his plans. Then, our disappointment turns to joy as we begin to see things from God's perspective.

    Luke 24:13-35 Running into Jesus The Bible records ten different resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we look at one of the most captivating, a story only found in the gospel of Luke. The setting is a round trip hike between Jerusalem and Emmaus. A couple of Jewish believers are heading home ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "When All Hope Is Gone!”

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 11, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 42,462 views

    This message dipicts the essence of hope and how easily it can be lost. Also, it tells of how to regain your hope to face the storms of life.

    Scripture: Acts 27:20 - 25 Title: “When All Hope Is Gone!” Introduction: There are some very important lessons to be learned in this portion of Scripture. We find the great Apostle Paul in a very difficult situation. A storm is raging and the captain and crew aren’t really sure where they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope That Exceeds Our Doubt Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
     | 9,514 views

    We all struggle with doubt, but we don't have to allow our doubts and fears to dictate our spiritual lives. Our hope in Christ exceeds any doubt we may have.

    Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified Hope that Exceeds our Doubt 1 Peter 1: 3-8 At this point in the history of the church, she was growing exponentially. The Gospel was being shared and many were coming to saving faith in Christ. Such rapid growth had gotten the attention of the authorities ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ian Johnson avatar

    Hope Better Than Air

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 2,635 views

    Man can live 40 days without food.. 3Days without water.. 8 Minutes without air But we cant live without HOPE

    HOPE BETTER THAN AIR Hebrews 11:6 So, you see, it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that there is a God and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11:1 What is faith? It is the confident assurance that what we hope for is going ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bright Adeyeye avatar

    The Mystery Of Divine Silent Years Series

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Oct 8, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,115 views

    If you have prayed, fasted and still your life is not making the kind of progress you had anticipated, it could be that you are in God's season of waiting or experiencing a time of silent years, in other to enable God to release you into the breakthrough or success that He has ordained for you.

    THE MYSTERY OF DIVINE SILENT YEARS “Now there was a certain man of Ramathaim Zophim, of the mountains of Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. 2 And he had two wives: the name of one was Hannah, and the name of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sure Hope Of Our Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 6, 2022
     | 2,379 views

    Paul argues for the resurrection of the dead because Christ has been raised. He lists the implications of Christ not being raised and then of Christ being raised.

    Last week we read how Paul reiterated the message of the Gospel and the certainty of Christ’s resurrection. • He has to re-emphasize that because among the Corinthians was a group of believers who denied the resurrection of the dead. • They were the arrogant troublemakers who were immature but ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    In Spite Of Grief, We Hope

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 8, 2021
     | 2,649 views

    A sermon for All Saints' Sunday, Year B

    November 7, 2021 – All Saints’ Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 11:32-44 In Spite of Grief, We Hope Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Once a year the church year calendar recognizes this day we call All ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Remembering Our Hope As Believers Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 27, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,416 views

    This message deals with the thought of remembering our future -- the blessed hope.

    REMEMBERING OUR HOPE AS BELIEVERS Philippians 3:20-21 For our citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; 21  who will transform the body of our humble state into conformity with the body of His glory, by the exertion of the power that He has even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist