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  • David Moore avatar

    In And Around Heaven

    Contributed by David Moore on Dec 9, 2008
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     | 3,714 views

    This is a mid-week Bible Study on Rev 4, showing some of the sight and sounds of glory as the believer anticipates heaven.

    Studies in Revelation In and Around Heaven Text: Revelation 4:2-11 Introduction: Following the rapture in 4:1 John makes it very clear where he is now located – vs 2 – “in heaven,” and that is where we are in this book for the next two chapters. These are exciting verses because they give us a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    How Do You Wish To Be Repaid? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 12, 2015
     | 6,449 views

    We are administrators of the grace of God. As followers of the Master, it is anticipated that we will reflect His compassion and generosity toward others.

    “When you give a dinner or a banquet, do not invite your friends or your brothers or your relatives or rich neighbours, lest they also invite you in return and you be repaid. But when you give a feast, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed, because they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Waite avatar

    Narnia: Watch, Wait, Be Amazed Series

    Contributed by Dan Waite on Nov 25, 2005
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     | 3,692 views

    The Advent season begins with anticipating the comming of Jesus both at Bethlehem and as a future hope similar to the characters in the Chronicals of Narnia.

    Other sermons can be found at http://lastsermon.blogspot.com/ Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1 – 3 Title: Watch, Wait, Be Amazed I. Deferred hope is the present reality. A. Habakkuk registers a legal complaint against God... 1. (1:2) “How long, O Lord, must I call/cry/beg (so intensely) for ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    Grace Your Home With More Than Decorations Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 10, 2009
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     | 3,854 views

    First Sunday of Advent in this series: Anticipation and expectation for a wonderful & worshipful Christmas sets the stage for a different type of season.

    John Calvin, the Reformer most responsible for what we know as Presbyterianism, disliked statues, artwork, icons and the like which were used in Catholic worship in the 1500’s. He had good reason; for the depictions, relics and the like worship they themselves had become objects of worship. Yet, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Foundational Thoughts Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 12, 2010
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     | 5,054 views

    We all know Christ is coming. This series deals with what we should be doing in anticipation of His return.

    PREPARING NOW FOR OUR FUTURE WITH CHRIST Foundational Thoughts Joshua 24:14-16; 1 Thess 5:2 Joshua 24:14-16 "Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your forefathers worshiped beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. 15 But if serving the LORD seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Christmas Joy - The Gift Of Love

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 28, 2023
     | 4,371 views

    The next step as we anticipate the arrival of the birth date of our Savior Jesus Christ, is celebrating the JOY of Christmas.

    This Sunday morning is the second Sunday of Advent. Last week we talked about the HOPE of Christmas. Today, the next step as we anticipate the arrival of the birth date of our Savior Jesus Christ, is celebrating the JOY of Christmas. PRAYER For some folks, Christmas is the happiest time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Whatever Were You Thinking? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 4, 2021
     | 1,695 views

    If we dishonour Christ by treating the Lord's Table with disdain, we can anticipate His discipline.

    “Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty concerning the body and blood of the Lord.” [1] “Whatever was he thinking?” That is the question that was no doubt on the minds of many Canadians when they first read of the fall of Colin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awaiting The New Body PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023
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     | 1,211 views

    Live with an eternal perspective, focusing on pleasing God and anticipating our heavenly dwelling, rather than earthly concerns.

    Good morning, beloved. I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's word with you today. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to prepare our hearts and minds to receive the divine wisdom that our Lord has in store for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Our focus today is on a ...read more

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    Awaiting The New Body PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023
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    Live with an eternal perspective, focusing on pleasing God and anticipating our heavenly dwelling, rather than earthly concerns.

    Good morning, beloved. I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's word with you today. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to prepare our hearts and minds to receive the divine wisdom that our Lord has in store for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Our focus today is on a ...read more

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    How Prepared Are You? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023
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     | 2,470 views

    This sermon explores the importance of spiritual readiness, wisdom, and anticipation for God's kingdom, as illustrated in the parable of the ten virgins. Key

    Good morning, beloved. There's a certain kind of warmth that fills our hearts as we gather together in this sacred sanctuary, isn't there? A warmth that radiates from the shared understanding that we are all here, not by coincidence, but by divine design. We are here, joining our hearts and voices ...read more

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    How Are We Waiting? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023
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     | 612 views

    Explores how to find hope in waiting, maintain holiness in anticipation, and embrace the transformative process of God's call for restoration.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering. It is always a joy to see each one of you, a testament of God's enduring grace and unyielding love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. As we gather in His name, I am reminded of the words of Peter Marshall, who once said, ...read more

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    Christmas Preparations

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 11, 2017
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     | 7,325 views

    As the carol says, "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas." It's that time of year again: decorations, shopping, etc. Plans and preparations for Christmas-we all do it. Well, God was no different. He also made preparations for that first Christmas.

    CHRISTMAS PREPARATIONS INTRODUCTION: Like the carol says, "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go." It's that time of year again. We've transitioned from Thanksgiving to Christmas; or if you're in retail you transition from Halloween to Christmas. But now is the time for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Turning, Serving, Waiting"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 15, 2006
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    The Thessalonian believers had it right. Turn from idols to the living God, serve Him and one another, wait with great anticipation for Christ’s return.

    8 “For the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you, not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but also in every place your faith toward God has gone forth, so that we have no need to say anything. 9 For they themselves report about us what kind of a reception we had with you, and how you turned to God ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Waiting Bride

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 9, 2011
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     | 8,393 views

    God’s word is the water that we must bathe in daily. We wash away everything that does not conform to the image of Christ. As God’s ’wife’ it must be our earnest desire for him to see us as beautiful and pleasing. O that we could be his delight.

    Opening illustration: Watch the video clip ‘God’s Valentine.’ Let us turn to Revelation 19 and catch up with John’s vision of the ‘Bride of Christ’ and how she gets herself ready for her Bridegroom. Introduction: The imagery and symbolism of marriage is applied to Christ and the body of believers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The True Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 27, 2016
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     | 38,030 views

    What is the meaning of Christmas. We enjoy the festivities, the gift-giving, the pageants and decorations. But they veil the real meaning of Christmas. Join is Sunday as Pastor Sligh preaches on the “The True Meaning of Christmas."

    The True Meaning of Christmas Chuck Sligh November 27, 2016 TEXT: 1 Timothy 1:15 – “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.” INTRODUCTION Christmas means different things to different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist