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Christmas Brings...hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 14, 2018

As we begin Advent, it is my prayer that we look with excitement the Christ-child being our candle of hope.

Advent 2018 week one Christmas brings… Hope Romans 15:13/ 1 Peter 1:3-7 Introduction- This week we begin Advent season, a time that we prepare ourselves for Christmas and what Christmas is meant to be. A celebration for what Christ has done for us by coming to this earth and offering ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, 1 Peter 1:3-7

Denomination: Nazarene

There’s Hope For The Dried Up

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 27, 2012

God was and is still in control. He can and will give life to that which appears to have shriveled up and died. Ezekiel’s vision has applications for our lives today. As in Ezekiel’s day, God is still in the business of giving hope to the dried up.

There’s Hope for the Dried Up Ezekiel 37:1-14 The children of Israel had begun to lose their hope. The nation had dried up politically, spiritually, and morally. Many had gone into captivity. Despair and pessimism were rampant. Gloom and doom filled the air. They had become a dried up exiled ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Christ The Victor" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 28, 2013

A sermon for Easter Sunday.

Mark 16:1-6 "24 Hours that Changed the World: Christ the Victor" It's not a mistake, the way the author of Mark's Gospel begins chapter 16. He says very clearly that "Mary Magdalene, Mary the Mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they could go and anoint Jesus' dead body." They ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Resurrection Of Hope Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 6, 2013

Easter Sunday message of the hope that we have in the empty tomb

Resurrection of hope John 20:1-18 Introduction- He is risen (response- He is risen indeed) Hope is a powerful word. With it you are able to endure great stress and look past many hard situations. Without hope you crumble and lose vision. To those that put their hope and trust in Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Advocate

Contributed by Clair Sauer on May 25, 2011

Through all the difficulties of life, Christ promises us the Holy Spirit, an Advocate, who pleads our case and brings us the very life, hope, and love of God.

There's a story told of a rookie baseball player just up from the minor leagues who was sent up to bat against a great Hall of Fame pitcher in his prime. Just off the bench and about as nervous as someone on his first date, the rookie stepped up to the plate and took a couple of tentative practice ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

"Why Weep?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 15, 2014

A sermon for Easter.

"Why Weep?" John 20:1-18 There are times in our lives so terrible, so painful and so difficult that weeping has a sort of "guttural sound" to it. Have you ever cried so hard and with such despair that it felt as if your heart were breaking? Have you ever been in so much emotional pain, that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Can These Bones Live?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 17, 2014

In looking at Ezekiel 37 we find four elements necessary for lifeless dry bones to live.

Can These Bones Live? Ezekiel 37:1-14 God spoke to the Prophet Ezekiel, whose name means "God strengthens me", through dreams and visions. In the record of his 22 year ministry, we find at least six separate visions that Ezekiel received from the Lord. Perhaps his most recognized vision, one that ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Cracked Pots? God's Plan

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 15, 2014

God has a plan and we do not have to wait until we have perfect conditions to begin. Try, and try again.

I AM A CRACKED POT? THIS SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE TO ME? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Isaiah 43:2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"coming Home"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 3, 2019

This is perhaps one of the most powerful stories in Scripture to me because the two people who Jesus interacts with come from two completely different backgrounds -one from a nice, comfortable home and one from a home that was filled with pain.

“Coming Home” Mark 5:21-43 One of my heroes in Scripture is the great apostle Paul. Of the 27 books in the New Testament, we believe at least 13 were written by him. About one half. One of those was his letter to the church in Ephesus and in chapter 3 and verse 20 he says this... “Now to HIM who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

New Beginning

Contributed by Brendon Wasdell on Dec 28, 2019

This New Year If Your are faced with fear and distress Prepare in the Spirit, Pray In the Spirit, Persevere in The Spirit

Outline Gen 32 Key words Fear a Distress 1. Gen 32:1-21 Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau a. Gen 32:1-5 Jacob is prepared (by Angels and sends messengers from Mahanaim to Seir) b. Gen 32:6-8 Jacob receives bad news (Esau May Attack) c. Gen 32:9-12 Jacob Prays d. Gen 32:13-21 Jacob Acts with Wisdom from ...read more

Ruth: Determined To Be Faithful Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 13, 2019

Ruth 1:16-18

WOMEN OF WONDER - Ruth: Determined to be Faithful May 19, 2019 Ruth 1:16-18 (p. 182) Introduction: [An old man and old woman were sitting on their back porch as the sun set…It was a beautiful evening and the old man was overcome with emotion and looked at his wife and said, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advent Week 3 - Ichabod Or Immanuel? Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 12, 2020

This messages used the name Ichabod as a term for those who are lost; those who do not have the glory of God. And, it uses Immanuel to represent the condition of salvation for those who live in fellowship with Jesus, God with us.

Immanuel or Ichabod Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2 “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His Law he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:30, Matthew 8:12, Revelation 21:22-23, Ephesians 5:8, John 8:12, Genesis 1:2-4, Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 9:2, John 1:9, John 1:7, John 1:4-5, John 1:1-14, Matthew 22:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

"coming Home"

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020

One of my heroes in Scripture is the great apostle Paul. Of the 27 books in the New Testament, we believe at least 13 were written by him. About one half.

“Coming Home” Mark 5:21-43 One of my heroes in Scripture is the great apostle Paul. Of the 27 books in the New Testament, we believe at least 13 were written by him. About one half. One of those was his letter to the church in Ephesus and in chapter 3 and verse 20 he says this... “Now to HIM who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Healing Of The Man At The Pool PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

To explore the transformative power of Jesus, both in physical healing and spiritual transformation.

Good morning, church! I hope you're all feeling blessed and highly favored. Today, we're going to delve into a remarkable passage from the Book of John - chapter 5, verses 1 to 15. This story is a powerful illustration of not only the healing power of Jesus, but also His ability to transform our ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Topics: Taking Jesus, His Word

A Lesson About Depression PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon explores depression through a biblical lens, emphasizing that it is not a sign of spiritual weakness but a human condition that God understands and cares for. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a blessing to gather here with you today, to share in the fellowship of our Savior and to draw from the wellspring of His wisdom. We are here to seek His face, to learn from His word, and to find comfort in His promises. Today, we turn our hearts and minds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14

Topics: God's Comfort, Depression