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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Anticipate The Promise Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 26, 2020
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    1) The Advent of the Promise (Jeremiah 3:14), 2) The Administration of the Promise (Jeremiah 33:15), and 3) The Appropriation of the Promise (Jeremiah 33:16)

    Jeremiah 33:14-16 [14]"Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. [15] In those days and at that time I will cause a righteous Branch to spring up for David, and he shall execute justice and ...read more

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    Anticipate The Prophecy Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 11, 2020
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    In Zephaniah 3:14-20, the prophet wants people of all time to long for the joy of the presence of God. He calls us to experience the 1) Rejoicing in the Prophecy (Zephaniah 3:14), 2) Reasons for the Prophecy (Zephaniah 3:15–17), 3) Realizing the Prophecy (Zephaniah 3:18-20).

    Zephaniah 3:14–20 [14] Sing aloud, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel! Rejoice and exult with all your heart, O daughter of Jerusalem! [15] The Lord has taken away the judgments against you; he has cleared away your enemies. The King of Israel, the Lord, is in your midst; you shall never again ...read more

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    Anticipate The Coming Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 18, 2020
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    God calls us to “Anticipate the Coming” of the Messiah through: 1) The Coming Town (Micah 5:2), 2)The Coming Time (Micah 5:3), 3) The Coming Tenant (Micah 5:4), 4) The Coming Tranquility (Micah 5:5a).

    Micah 5:2-5a [2] But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days. [3] Therefore he shall give them up until the time when she who is in labor ...read more

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    Anticipation Of An Invitation Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 24, 2020
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    Simeon and Anna don’t get much press. They’re never in any of the nativity scenes; they’re not mentioned in any carols and I’ve never seen a Christmas card with them in it. It’s like … they weren’t all that important! But God thought they were. Find out why.

    Frances Green was an 83-year-old woman in California who lived by herself, and whose only means of support was her Social Security check. She didn’t have much money, but for 8 years she’d been sending $1 a year to the Republican National Committee. Well, one day Frances got a fund-raising letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Anticipating Christmas

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 29, 2016
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    The Birth of Jesus was foretold centuries before He was born.

    Anticipating Christmas November 27, 2016 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The Birth of Jesus was foretold centuries before He was born. Focus Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction: For the past several years, I just haven’t been in the ...read more

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    Anticipating Christmas

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015
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    CHRISTMAS

    ANTICIPATING CHRISTMAS LUKE 2:22-35 I. SIMEON’S LIVING WAS COMMENDABLE. (Vs. 25) A. Simeon Was A Righteous Man.v.25 And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; ...read more

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    Anticipate The Fulfillment Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2024
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    We can Anticipate the fulfillment of God’s promises in three ways as we see how the 1) Shepherds hear the News (Luke 2:8-12), 2) Heavenly Hosts Rejoice (Luke 2:13-14) and finally how the 3) Shepherds See and Share (Luke 2:15-20)

    As we have been singing various carols tonight, many ring with the theme of anticipation. The season of Advent, beginning four Sundays before Christmas is the season of the church year that emphasizes the anticipation of the first coming of Christ to this earth. His coming as the Messiah was first ...read more

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    The Miracle Of Anticipation SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    Expectation is the breeding ground for miracles. Remember the excitement and anticipation the night before Christmas or your Birthday. This is the power of expectation.

    Expectation is the key to experiencing miracles. Think back to when you were a child, eagerly awaiting Christmas or your birthday. You were filled with excitement and anticipation, unable to sleep because you knew something amazing was about to happen. That feeling of expectation is what we need to ...read more

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    Be Joyful In Hope PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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    Explore and understand the depth of Romans 12:12, emphasizing the importance of being joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a Scripture that I know is going to speak to your heart. It's a verse that encapsulates the spirit of our Christian walk, and paints a beautiful picture of hope, patience, and the promise of what's to come. The verse is Romans 12:12, and it ...read more

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    Anticipating His Return: The Ascension And Second Coming Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024
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    The ascension and promised second coming of Christ anchor our faith and ignite our hope. As we await His return, may we be found faithful, serving Him wholeheartedly, and proclaiming His gospel.

    Anticipating His Return: The Ascension and Second Coming of Christ Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truths surrounding the ascension of Jesus Christ and the anticipation of His glorious second coming. These events shape our understanding of redemption, hope, and our role as faithful ...read more

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    Living Like Simeon In The Last Days

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 12, 2025
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    Living Like Simeon in the Last Days” calls believers to reject spiritual complacency and, like Simeon, live Spirit-filled, watchful, and holy lives in joyful anticipation of Christ’s return, ready to meet Him whenever He comes.

    Living Like Simeon in the Last Days Luke 2:25-32; Mark 24:36-42 There is an old fable in which three apprentice devils were talking to Satan. The first one said, “I will tell people there is no God.” Satan replied, “That will not fool many, because they know there is a God.” The second devil ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joyful Christian

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002
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    A call to be joyful in our walk with the Lord

    The Joyful Christian Psalm 100 Introduction: Several years ago, the #1 song on the pop charts was titled “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”. It had a snappy, tropical sort of beat, and left people with the feeling that everything was okay. It left them feeling relaxed and good about themselves and their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joyful Love Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 10, 2003
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    Paul is in prison and he has this joyful love because he has a confidence in God. He can write in Philippians 1:6, “Be confident of this that He, who began a good work in you will carry it out until the day of Christ Jesus.”

    Intro: God’s Faithfulness It wasn’t too long ago I was attending a meeting in Scotland. I was in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and I was looking for a place to park. I received advise on how to find a good place to park. My friend told me to drive up to the top of the nearby observatory ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joyful Stress

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 15, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,886 views

    Dealing with stress in a godly way

    JOYFUL STRESS PHILIPPIANS 1:18-30 (Based on a Sermon from Nelson’s Annual Preacher’s Sourcebook, 2003) INTRODUCTION… USA Today Poll about Stress, Jan 24, 2002 How often do you experience stress in your daily life? 42% = Frequently 38% = Sometimes 18% = Rarely 2% = Never ILLUSTRATION… from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Be Joyful?

    Contributed by Eric Shrewsberry on Jan 16, 2001
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    One of the most consistent and nagging questions we encounter in our life is the question, "Why?" Almost no other question has us bothered, frustrated, angry or frightened than the question, "Why?"

    Why Be Joyful? Philippians 4:4-7 I. One of the most consistent and nagging questions we encounter in our life is the question, "Why?" Almost no other question has us bothered, frustrated, angry or frightened than the question, "Why?" A. You remember when we’re children, one of the first ...read more

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