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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Born Of The Virgin Mary Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,638 views

    This sermon looks at the Virgin Birth of Jesus by examining the biblical statements, our Confessional Statement, the attacks, and the importance of the Virgin Birth of Jesus.

    Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This is the third in a series of Advent messages on “The Marvel of Christmas.” My sermon is titled “Born of the Virgin Mary.” Let us read Matthew 1:18-25: "18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Emmanuel: God With Us

    Contributed by Sam Greene on Dec 9, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,378 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Jesus’ title: Emmanuel.

    What is so significant about Emmanuel: God With Us? •Notice the word ’with’ (Gr. prep. met-ah’)- a preposition properly denoting accompaniment; in the same way the instrmentalists accompany our singing. •Often used in composition, in substantially the same relations of participation or proximity, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Evie Megginson avatar

    They Shall Call Him Emmanuel

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Dec 9, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 12,889 views

    IN THIS SERMON WE SEE THE MIRACLE THAT THIS NAME IMPLIES, THE MYSTERY THAT THIS NAME IMPLIES, AND THE MEANING THAT THIS NAME IMPLIES.

    THEY SHALL CALL HIM EMMANUEL Matthew 1:23 Before the advent of the Christmas carol, celebrations of Christmas had become so depraved and rowdy that the observance of the joyous season was once forbidden by the English Parliament. The meaning of Christmas had become lost in a maelstrom of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Do When Storms Blow In - James 1:2-18 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 106 ratings
     | 25,320 views

    James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and don’t doubt His insight. Th

    What do you do when the storms of life blow through your life? Thesis: James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Fulfills God' Promise Series

    Contributed by Steve Salmon on Oct 9, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,990 views

    Since Jesus became flesh and lived among us for a while, he gives us the power to overcome the struggles of this life.

    Jesus Fulfills God’s Promise Hebrews 9 INTRODUCTION: There are things that we struggle with. How do we deal with them? How do we change? I. Description of first tabernacle & ministry that took place there.(1-8) A. Everything about it was pomp & circumstance – meaningful, but only ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Super Glue

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Nov 1, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,549 views

    The glue which holds us together is Jesus himself – not just Jesus as a philosophy of life but Jesus as a fleshy reality and Jesus as eternal life.

    - - - - - - - - All scripture quotations are from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - I have in front of me several types of glue – bonding agents. Elmers household glue is the most common. Very versatile – non-toxic, too. It dries kind of slowly, has limited bonding power. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    From Riches To Rags

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 6,866 views

    Jesus left His glorious position and endured humilation so that He might make us rich beyond measure.

    FROM RICHES TO RAGS II Corinthians 8:9 “FROM RAGS TO RICHES.” That’s a common American expression, isn’t it? We know what it means---someone began life in virtual poverty and grew to become wealthy and/or successful. They did on their own. They did it through sheer determination, industry ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Nature Of Chistmas Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,635 views

    Christmas doesn’t come from a store it comes from God.

    The Nature of Christmas Text: Matt. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, come this way; Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, Christmas day." They continue, singing, "Christmas day is in our grasp so long as we have hands to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Presence Of Freedom

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 9, 2006
     | 2,521 views

    Freedom from the tyranny of evil came to us in the Person of Jesus Christ! God did not save us when Jesus died on the cross. He saved us when Jesus was born.

    President Franklin D. Roosevelt made an important speech before Congress on January 6, 1941. After the war was over, he shared his vision of all people enjoying four basic freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. Warren Wiersbe, conference speaker, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Celebrate The Incarnation

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 11, 2006
     | 3,530 views

    Three assertions about the incarnation

    Matthew 1:17-25 Celebrating the Incarnation Woodlawn Baptist Church December 10, 2006 Introduction Show the video, “Mary Did You Know?” by Mark Lowry. What a moving song about the great child born in Bethlehem to the virgin Mary! Did she know? We know that she didn’t know. She knew He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Unwanted Gift

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,843 views

    A sermon on the sign promised in Isaiah 7:14, its fulfillment in Christ, and some important truths drawn from it.

    An Unwanted Gift Isa. 7:14 INTRO.: Story of “The Virgin Edna.” Background of text: Isa 7:1-14. Ahaz, a singularly wicked king, did not want to see a sign from God. But, God would give a sign and would bring grave trouble in the form of the Assyrians. God will deliver from the present danger, but, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Smith avatar

    Jesus Needs A Break! Mark 7:24-37

    Contributed by David Smith on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 26,325 views

    Depictions of Christ suffering on the cross are common in Christian literature and iconography. Few though are the depictions of Jesus walking around exhausted, during his earthly ministry. Yet the tiredness of Jesus is seen commonly in the Gospels, and

    Our Gospel reading this morning is from Mark chapter 7, where we come across a Jesus who is tired - tired, I think, to the point of exhaustion. This is not the sort of depiction of Jesus that is given much attention by the church. I’ve never seen a stained-glass window with an image of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Andy Taylor avatar

    Jesus, Begotten Son Of Man

    Contributed by Andy Taylor on Dec 17, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,442 views

    The human nature of Jesus, essential to us

    Jesus, Begotten Son of Man He is so much more than meets the eye, Psalm 2:7 · Are we sure this is about Jesus? Acts 13.33 The Humanity of Jesus, not either/or, but both/and 1] The Mystery of the OT A) “Son of Man”In the OT used 107 times, twice of Jesus (1) Means descendant of Adam 1 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Randall Bergsma avatar

    It's A Wonderful Life In The Face Of Trouble Series

    Contributed by Randall Bergsma on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,388 views

    Life is difficult. Christmas can bring crisis for many. But it can still be wonderful because God came in Jesus to be with me.

    Intro: Have you ever felt you might be better off dead than alive? The struggles of life seem to surmount the beauties of life and you begin to wonder “what’s the point?” That’s what happened to Geoge Bailey in the classic film It’s a wonderful Life. In this scene your about to see, George, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    There Was No Room At The Inn

    Contributed by Lorenzo Edwards on Dec 21, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 34,221 views

    There was no room for Jesus to be born at the inn. This is a Christmas sermon dealing with the birth of Christ. This sermon is dealing with making sure we have room for Jesus in our lives. There was no room for Him at the inn. But is there room for him in

    There was no room at the inn! Luke 2:7 Dec. 17th 2006 Pastor Lorenzo Edwards As you all know December is the time that we have set aside to remember the birth of our Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ. No one knows the exact day when Jesus was born. But December 25, the date assigned to remember the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist