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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Advent Joy - A Visionary View Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 10, 2023
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     | 4,892 views

    On this third Sunday of Advent, we turn our hearts to the theme of joy — a joy that transcends circumstances and finds its roots in the anticipation of the Lord's coming.

    A Visionary View of Joy Dear friends, on this third Sunday of Advent, we turn our hearts to the theme of joy — a joy that transcends circumstances and finds its roots in the anticipation of the Lord's coming. Today, our hearts are drawn to the transformative power of joy as we explore ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Waiting Bride

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 9, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,264 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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    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

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    God Is Coming! We Have His Word.

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 5, 2005
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     | 10,376 views

    Coming! We Have His Word. 1) Scoffers foolishly deny it; 2) Believers happily anticipate it.

    “Just a minute!” Children, do your parents say that to you when you’re trying to get their attention? Do you find that a minute stretches into two minutes, then five minutes, even ten minutes before your parents finally see what you want? It’s frustrating isn’t it? Well I wonder if we Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus' Promise To Return Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 23, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,819 views

    A biblical revelation of Jesus’ second coming inspires hope, service, and evangelism. The early church lived in anticipation of His coming.

    Jesus’ Promise to Return Series: Book of Acts #7 Acts 1:9-12[1] 11-27-05 Intro In our study of Acts we are at chapter 1:9-12. Please follow with me as we read, “After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight. 10 They were looking intently up ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Be Prepared - Watchful Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 6, 2007
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    The hope and anticipation of Jesus’ return motivates us to be watchful and to live each day of our lives as a faithful servant of God.

    Matthew 24:36-44 “Be Prepared—Watchful” INTRODUCTION Jesus is coming again! Not only is this the subject of the gospel text for today, it is also the great hope of the Christian Church. We as Christians hope and we anticipate Jesus’ return with an eager longing. Anticipation can be life ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Grumbling Before A Gracious God Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 27, 2011
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    Our impatience stands in stark contrast to the patience of God who gently woos us to live in anticipation of his grace.

    Title: Grumbling Before a Gracious God Text: Exodus 17:1-7 Thesis: Our impatience stands in stark contrast to the patience of God who gently woos us to live in anticipation of his grace. Lenten Series: Reflecting, Repenting and Returning to God The Lenten Season is a time for reflection, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Triumphal Entry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 5, 2015
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     | 15,459 views

    The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem in Luke 19:28-40 shows us that Jesus was indeed the anticipated, coming king.

    Scripture Three years ago I started preaching through The Gospel of Luke. I titled the series, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” In the very first sermon of the series, of which this is now the 114th sermon, I said that the key to understanding Luke’s Gospel is given to us in Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Perry Greene avatar

    The Water's Fine Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 27, 2015
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    Baptism symbolizes many things. One of the symbols is the preparation the bride (church) makes in anticipation of the great wedding to the Groom (Jesus).

    1. Hilton Hotels Romance is the motivating power that will produce the new heaven and the new earth, and it is the power behind much of what has been created in this earth. The spectacular international Hilton Hotel chain is a good example. It was not just the love of money and power that moved ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You're Not Down Yet!

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 28, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,034 views

    Sensing his impending death, Paul gives us a motivational model for living our lives in anticipation of finishing well.

    Title: You’re Not Down Yet! Text: II Timothy 4:6-8 Thesis: Sensing his impending death, Paul gives us a motivational model for living our lives in anticipation of finishing well. Introduction I-70 originates in Baltimore, Maryland and terminates at Cove Fort, Utah. Here in Colorado I-70 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Stark avatar

    And God Created Mosquitos

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 30, 2020
     | 4,182 views

    A study of the effects of the fall of our first parents and the ramifications for creation. The follower of Christ lives in anticipation of the restoration of all things.

    “God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good. And there was evening and there was morning, the sixth day.” Creation was “very good.” God Himself declared this to be the case. Yet, if in spite of citronella candles, mosquito coils, or insect repellant liberally applied to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Times Ahead! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 17, 2022
     | 2,001 views

    Since Christ has been raised from the dead, anticipate the future, ignore the hypocrites, endure the pain, and stop the sinning.

    Sylvia Manzer, from Crowley, Louisiana, talks about the time when her five-year-old granddaughter returned home from a Children's Crusade. Her brother asked her why she didn't go up to the altar when they said, “All who want to go to heaven come up.” She replied, “Because I didn't ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Are We Willing To Pay The Price?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 13, 2022
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     | 2,242 views

    We should not anticipate receiving blessings just for being faithful to the Lord. Those blessings and rewards will come in due time.

    In the previous chapter after Esther’s intercession, Haman was hanged due to his plot to kill Mordecai. While we ought not anticipate natural awards for being unwaveringly faithful to God, they frequently come. Esther and Mordecai were dependable, even to the point of taking a chance with their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Jesus Prepared For Death

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 28, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,417 views

    Jesus was not taken by surprise, but fully anticipated His death. And an insightful devotional woman anointed Him ahead of His burial.

    JESUS PREPARED FOR DEATH. Matthew 26:1-13. There are two ways in which Jesus was prepared for death in this passage. The first is in the sense that He was prepared within Himself: nothing that was about to happen took Him by surprise, even right down to knowing the date when He would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Still Working On Me PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,234 views

    To give the assurance of God's ongoing transformative work in believers, the security of their salvation in Christ, and the anticipation of seeing Christ face to face.

    Good morning, church family! Isn't it just an incredible blessing to be gathered here today, as a community under Christ, sharing in His love and learning from His Word? We're going to dive into a compelling topic today: God’s Work in Our Lives, the Security of Our Salvation in Christ, and the Day ...read more

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