Sermons about Joyful Anticipation

What Do You Do When You Get A New Pastor?

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Nov 12, 2008

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A message given to a church in anticipation of getting a new pastor.

What do you do when you get a new pastor? I recommend that you play it SAFE. Now let me explain what I mean by safe I want you to write this down. Support him Affirm him Follow him Engage him Eph 4:11 I. Support him. A. 1Tim. 5:17-18 Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

God Has Arrived

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2011

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A sermon explaining the meaning of Advent and the anticipation of the coming Messiah.

All right open up your Bible here on the 3rd Sunday of Advent, to Luke Chapter 1, and I want to talk this morning about this title, “God Has Arrived.” And that’s the meaning of the Advent, the longing, the awareness that God was coming, that God was going to arrive, that the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-80

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Acknowledgment Of Boaz Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

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As widows, Ruth and Naomi could only anticipate trouble.

As widows, Ruth and Naomi could only anticipate troublesome occasions (1:8-9). In any case, when Naomi heard the report about Boaz, her hope for what's to come was reestablished (2:20). As was normal of her character, she considered Ruth first, empowering her to check whether Boaz would assume ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Preparing For Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023

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Explores the importance of repentance, forgiveness, and anticipation of Jesus' coming.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is indeed a joy to be with you all today, gathered in the house of the Lord, ready to immerse ourselves in the boundless wisdom of His holy word. We are standing on the precipice of a powerful message today, one that resonates with the very core of our faith, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Topics: Repentance, Forgiveness

The Ancient Of Days Takes His Throne

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 16, 2009

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End Time 3/Saints Triumphant (B) - The Ancient of Days takes his throne. He shines with royal appearance. He juges with royal authority.

THE ANCIENT OF DAYS TAKES HIS THRONE (Outline) November 16, 2008 -- END TIME 3 / SAINTS TRIUMPHANT -- Daniel 7:9,10 INTRO: The months of November and December bring many friends and family back to their homes for visits. There is a certain excitement and expectation as we anticipate ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:9-10

Denomination: Lutheran

True Or False Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

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Words of encouragement for the believer to hold firm to the reality of what is to come.

FALSE TEACHING IN THE CHURCH. Last week we looked at Peter’s very candid words found in the second chapter of this his second letter where he addressed the church in regards to how they are to respond to false teachers in their midst being mindful of the judgment of God that has been and is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Careful Start!

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Jan 14, 2010

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Making a careful start projects a successful finish! If we started the year right, we must maintain our focus to finish it right!

Introduction: Mart haughtily declared his New Year’s resolution on Christmas Eve to his friends. "From the first minute of the year 2010, I’ll strategically quit smoking", he bragged. All his friends laughed mischievously. At a New Year’s Eve party, Mart and his friends gathered for a countdown. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Stepping In The Light" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 11, 2016

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To walk in fellowship with God, believers must walk in the light as he is in the light.

In the book of 1 John, John explores two issues pertaining to our relationship with God. The first is the issue of SONSHIP. John shares several tests to help one determine if they have truly been born into the family of God. The second is the issue of FELLOWSHIP. All Christians have SONSHIP; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: The Power Of Joyful Prayer And Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 7, 2024

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1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 illuminates the profound impact of joyful prayer and gratitude in the life of a believer, shaping us into vessels of God's truth and love.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of Joyful Prayer and Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as revealed in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. These verses illuminate the profound impact of joyful prayer and gratitude in the life of a believer, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Philippians 4:4, James 1:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Luke 18:1, Ephesians 6:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:17 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

For God Took Him

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002

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This sermon teaches the joyful end of a faith filled relationship with God.

Introduction: The bible records a long list of men who lived and died. But suddenly the list is interrupted by a man whose end is described this way; "For God Took Him." Death did not take him. Sickness did not take him. Old age did not take him. Time did not take him. Deterioration and decadence ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:21-24, Genesis 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

Live In The Love Of Jesus

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 25, 2005

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EASTER 5(B) - Live in the love of Jesus with confidence and with joyfulness.

LIVE IN THE LOVE OF JESUS (Outline) 1 JOHN 3:18-24 - April 24, 2005 - EASTER 5 INTRO: What are you looking for out of life? Many have big dreams of success for this life. Others merely just want to get by. In either case, to pin one’s hopes on this life leads to disappointment. For no ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Exceeding Great Joy

Contributed by Mark Baker on Dec 19, 2005

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Jesus is the reason for the season and the whole reason we can be joyful.

Matthew 2:10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. This is definitely the time of year to celebrate and remember the birth of our Lord and Savior. If you read the Gospel accounts of the 3 wise men you will see that they traveled a very long distance to get to their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Fundamentals Of Friendship

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Oct 5, 2005

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Fundamentals of Friendship from Paul’s joyful letter to the Philippians.

In Paul’s letter to the church at Philippi he talks a lot about joy. One of the things you can’t imagine a joyful person being without is friends. Joyful people make friends. Joyful people are friends to others. If you really want to enjoy your life you will need friends. God created us to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice Through Trials Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 21, 2009

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A joyful humble spirit will help you persevere during trials.

REJOICE THROUGH TRIALS James 1:9-11 PROPOSITION: Because Christ humbled Himself even unto the death of the cross, you must practice humility during periods of trials. I. Rejoice through trials regardless of your social status. v. 9-10 A. Impoverished believers must rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Heroes Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Aug 3, 2010

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God illustrates a life of joyful obedience through Christian heroes.

Scripture Introduction As a society, our taste in heroes has changed. A few years ago, researchers asked two thousand eighth-graders to name prominent people they admired and wanted to be like. After the results were published, a columnist for the Chicago Daily News, Sidney Harris, lamented the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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