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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Esther's Story Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 19, 2011
     | 14,816 views

    Esther became a hero because she responded to the call on her life to become an intermediary for the people of Israel. She is a Bible super hero because she was teachable, she knew when to call on God for His help, she became courageous in the face of dea

    Esther’s Story Opening thoughts to the series - “BC justice league” – God’s biblical super heroes before Christ. Over the last few weeks we have been sharing the power of the story! We have been looking at how a person’s life can make a difference in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    He Died For Me, So I'll Live For Him!

    Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 8, 2019
     | 11,133 views

    God is not seeking a blood sacrifice today; He desires a living one.

    Capital punishment has been a controversial issue and a bone of contention for as long as I can remember. It has been voted in and out and in and put on hold. Some call it cruel and inhumane, or claim that it is just legalized murder. Others defend the practice on the ground of “an eye for an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bethlehem: Back Where He Comes From - For You

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 16, 2021
     | 2,306 views

    Micah prophecies the coming of the Messiah in dark and dismal times - to give peace and security.

    12.16.21 Micah 5:2–5 2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, from you, will go out the one who will be the ruler for me in Israel. His goings forth are from the beginning, from the days of eternity. 3 Therefore the LORD will give them up, until the time ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Are You Seeking?

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 23, 2019
     | 7,900 views

    In this sermon, we examine the truths involved in the wise men coming to see Jesus after His birth. There are many lessons we can learn from their visit.

    Introduction: A. I like the old joke that asks the question: What would have happened if it had been three wise women rather than three wise men who followed the star to Bethlehem? 1. Answer: They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, and helped deliver the baby. B. Here are a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding The King[2015]-5 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 30, 2015
     | 3,605 views

    5 of 5. Magi traveled from the east to pay homage to the newborn King of Israel. The King of Israel is worthy of your careful searching. Those who find the King, perceive His....

    FINDING The KING-V...FINDING The KING’s WORTH—Matthew 2:1-12 Mr. 'M’s' cemetery plot in Carrabelle. There is an archway & small gazebo. It is always beautifully landscaped with flowering plants. During Christmas I discovered that the plot is also rigged for lights & has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Year Of The Lord’s Favor

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 14, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 24,798 views

    As we look at the life of Jesus we see that same thing happening over & over again. So consistently does it happen that we begin to wonder, "What is God trying to tell us?"

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. This is the first Sunday, the first day of a brand new year. I think that an appropriate scripture this morning would be Isaiah 61:1 3. In many of your bibles it is sub titled, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Was Was Hidden Has Been Reveled

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Jan 7, 2013
     | 3,469 views

    A sermon for the epiphany

    A man was once eating fish and chips at the bus stop, and a lady with a small dog came along to wait for her bus. The dog clearly liked the smell of the fish and chips, and kept jumping up around the man’s legs to try and get at them. In the end the man smiled at the lady and asked, “do you mind ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The King-Priest Is Worshiped At His Birth And Honored At His Death Series

    Contributed by Napoleon Malabuyo on Dec 22, 2015
     | 4,271 views

    This Christmas, consider the three gifts the wise men brought to our infant Savior. They represent our Lord’s person and work. He is True God whom we are to worship. He is True Man, our Priest, Prophet and King.

    Scripture Readings: Psalm 45:6-7; Matthew 2:7-12; John 19:38-42 Congregation of Christ: Everyone loves the Nativity scene: a cute baby in a manger holding out his hands in blessing; Mary and Joseph in wonderment of their firstborn son; lowly shepherds and three kings kneeling in worship; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    How To Know You Are Worshiping The Saviour

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Dec 29, 2016
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,464 views

    How do you participate in worship? Did you come to watch worship or did you come to do worship? That is the difference that God is looking for in your life.

    How to Know You Are Worshiping the Saviour On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to go back to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Should I Do When I’m Not Sure Of God’s Leading? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 13, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,603 views

    This passage deals with the myth that the Magi followed the Star of Bethlehem all the way to Jerusalem. In truth, the star disappeared and then reappeared after they were in Jerusalem. The message applies this phenomenon to the way that God often guides

    STAR OF BETHLEHEM MYTH: The Magi followed the star from their homes all the way to Jesus. - This is the version of the story that we’ve seen shared in countless Christmas plays, movies, and cards. - And, as we’re going to be discussing at several points in this series, the fact that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Call Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 6, 2023
     | 1,391 views

    Jesus Christ which is to worship Christ. So what does the Christmas season call us to do?

    INTRODUCTION Well, we have come to the season that celebrates the birth of Jesus around the world. Different cultures have attached a lot of traditions surrounding the birth of Jesus. Most of the time, we end up doing everything and forget the real essence of the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Marks Of The Christian Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
     | 614 views

    The Marks of the Christian found in Romans 12

    The Marks of the Christian Life December 4, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 12:9-21 It’s such a joy to gather together in the Word, especially when the world tries to crowd out our time in it. We’re refreshed and hungry for the truth of God’s Word. We’ve been working ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Oasis

    Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 5, 2021
     | 3,731 views

    When we thirst in the desert, God provides an oasis.

    The old song made famous by the Sons Of The Pioneers, describes a man and his mule trekking through the desert. The sun is hot, the journey is long, the canteen is empty and the outlook is grim. He laments: “All day I’ve faced a barren waste Without the taste of water, cool water. Old Dan and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Follow Your Gps" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 26,330 views

    This message follows the wise men as they follow the star to Jesus. All of us need direction. This message shows us how to find it.

    “Follow Your GPS!” Matthew 2:1-12 The story of the wise men has always been surrounded by mystery. When we look at the scripture we find that there are several questions we cannot answer from the Biblical text. For example: how many were there? We don’t know. Where did they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Contrast

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 3, 2015
     | 3,412 views

    God wants to take all the Herod's and turn them into shepherds and wise men. • But it can only happen if they are willing for it to happen.

    We have spent some time during this holiday season talking about how God • Choose Shepherds to be the recipients of the announcement about His Son being born. • And when we think about this from a worldly point of view it sounds ridiculous. • Why would God choose to make this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church