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  • John Gaston avatar

    The Holy Spirit & Christmas

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 12, 2023
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    At Christmas, we think about the shepherds, the Magi, the trip of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, and the murderous plots of King Herod, but we overlook all HE, the Holy Spirit, does.

    THE HOLY SPIRIT & CHRISTMAS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two Aggies moved to a northern Canadian island. At Christmas they boarded a ferry off the island and went deep into the woods on the mainland, searching for a Christmas tree. 2. After hours of subzero temperatures and a few close ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Silence Is Golden

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 12, 2023
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    Christmas 2023

    SILENCE IS GOLDEN (LUKE 1:5-25) The gospel of Luke opened with a dark cloud, a deep sigh, and a mood of resignation, the drama increased by the absence of recorded prophetic utterances for about 400 years between the Old and New Testament. God’s presence, power and purpose, however, were evident ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Grace

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2023
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    Mary

    GRACE (LUKE 1:26-38) The birth of Jesus is often associated with words such as joy, peace, worship, praise and goodwill, but the first good news to Mary is that of grace (v 28, charitoo), including the angel’s imperative “greetings”(chairo). What is grace? Why is grace a strength and not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Forerunner

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 2, 2024
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    Who was John the Baptist? He was the forerunner of Jesus. This sermon related that to our lives.

    The Forerunner Luke 1:1-25 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 1:1 Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile an account of the things accomplished among us, 2 just as they were handed down to us by those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and servants of the word, 3 it seemed fitting for ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Measure Of True Greatness

    Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 29, 2024
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    JOHN THE BAPTIST'S important CALLING was to turn the children of Israel to the Lord their God.

    Here in these verses the birth of JOHN THE BAPTIST was foretold by an angel to his father Zechariah. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S important CALLING was to turn the children of Israel to the Lord their God. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S CALLING I. IT WAS A DIFFICULT CALLING He was called during the time when ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Beginning Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on May 22, 2025
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    The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold

    Introduction Luke, a Greek doctor from Antioch in Syria, was neither an apostle nor a disciple of Jesus. However, Luke met Paul and his group in Troas during his second missionary journey, heard the gospel, and came to believe in Jesus Christ. By believing in Jesus Christ, he was freed from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Initiating The Turn-9(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 24, 2024
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    9 of 12. Luke informed his audience of the initial steps that God took to turn His people toward Himself. God began the process of turning of His people toward Himself. But what principles does God use to begin turning people toward Himself? In Initiating the Turn, God uses...

    ‘INITIATING The TURN’-IX—Luke 1:22(:5-25) Attention: I discovered just a couple of years ago that ‘fresh’ Medjool dates were delicious. Until that time of discovery, I didn’t really appreciate the taste of dates, because the only dates I had ever had were dried. Now, for my morning breakfast ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Initiating The Turn-10(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 1, 2024
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    10 of 12. Luke informed his audience of the initial steps that God took to turn His people toward Himself. God began the process of turning of His people toward Himself. But what principles does God use to begin turning people toward Himself? In Initiating the Turn, God uses...

    ‘INITIATING The TURN’-X—Luke 1:23(:5-25) Attention: My wife & I have ‘key fobs’ for use of one of our cars. We have to have it close to the car in order to open the car door. The fob not only allows us to open the door but also allows us to start the car. And starting the car is something ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Initiating The Turn-11(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 8, 2024
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    11 of 12. Luke informed his audience of the initial steps that God took to turn His people toward Himself. God began the process of turning of His people toward Himself. But what principles does God use to begin turning people toward Himself? In Initiating the Turn, God uses...

    ‘INITIATING The TURN’-XI—Luke 1:24a(:5-25) Attention: The aftermath of Hurricane Helene(Cat. 4; Landfall in Florida, Sept. 27, 2024; Sept. 28 it carried not only wind, but unprecedented amounts of rain into mountainous areas of Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, & Tennessee causing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Initiating The Turn-12(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 13, 2024
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    12 of 12. Luke informed his audience of the initial steps that God took to turn His people toward Himself. God began the process of turning of His people toward Himself. But what principles does God use to begin turning people toward Himself? In Initiating the Turn, God uses...

    ‘INITIATING The TURN’-XII—Luke 1:24b-25(:5-25) Attention: Whenever it becomes obvious that Fall is near, I will end-up baking a few Pumpkin Pies. We begin stockpiling the ingredients for multiple pies. I will bake two pies at a time. I use the recipe printed on the Libby’s brand canned pumpkin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forerunner Of Hope Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 27, 2024
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    Today we begin a journey through Luke’s Gospel.

    Forerunner of Hope Luke 1:1-25 Introduction Many churches will begin today focused on a season of Advent or expectation of the coming Christ. The themes of Advent, often signified by the lighting of candles, are Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. We will use those themes this month as well. Today we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Testigos De La Navidad: Zacarías

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Nov 30, 2024
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    Seamos testigos fieles del Señor en medio de circunstancias no ideales para la gloria de Dios.

    Un día un hermano de la iglesia me preguntó si estaría dispuesto a ser testigo en un juicio de intestado. Lo que yo debía testificar era que conocía a los hijos del hermano por cuestión de los bienes de su difunta esposa. Llegado el momento estando ante el juez, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Perfect Timing Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 30, 2024
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    This is the 1st Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#1] GOD’S PERFECT TIMING Luke 1:1-25 Introduction: I pray that each of you had a great Thanksgiving. 2 Sundays ago, I finished a 4 year Sermon Series from the Book of Acts and all of the letters that Paul wrote. After the Service, Karen asked David and D’Linda for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    People Of The First Christmas: Zacharias And Elisabeth Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 5, 2024
     | 583 views

    A childless couple received some incredible news! How did they handle it?

    (Full disclosure: this message is based on a sermon preached at New Hope Baptist Church, Fulton, MO on 12-01-2024. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: It’s hard to believe, we’re now in December! There are only 20 or so shopping days until Christmas Day and, we shouldn’t be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Zechariah’s Tests God’s Promises Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 8, 2024
     | 379 views

    Do we rejoice at God’s provision even in when we don’t feel like it? Do we seek to know Jesus and share Him with those around us? John prepared the way for Jesus, who came to redeem all of creation - what will we do to show Him to others? This is our mission during Advent!

    2024 Christmas Series – Part 2 Sermon 2 – Zechariah’s tests God’s promises Luke 1:5-25, 57-66, and 67-80 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! This morning, we continue our series on Advent -- Might ask, “What is Advent?” Comes from Latin word, “Adventus” -- In its original form it means ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational