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  • Arthur Miller avatar

    God's Gifts Have Thorns

    Contributed by Arthur Miller on Dec 18, 2017
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    When we look at Mary and the birth of Jesus we see a struggle of being pregnant and no one believing her. Why did the angel only tell her? Wouldn't a family meeting with all the parties be more appropriate? We will see that God's gifts have thorns!

    God’s Gifts Have Thorns Matthew1:18-25 and Luke1:26-56 & 2:1-39 Today is Sunday, December 24, 2017. A day known around the world in many different languages as Christmas Eve. This is an exciting time of the year! There are those that love the holiday but hate what this day represents. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Is This Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Dec 24, 2017
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    God becomes human flesh. God empties himself and becomes a helpless babe. GOD CAME DOWN TO LIFT US UP. This is Christmas—one resolve—God wants to change our hearts; to make us a new creation.

    FAMOUS FIRSTS * Virginia Dare (1587): 1st child born in the American colonies, Aug. 18, on (now) Roanoke Island, NC. * André-Jacques Garnerin (1797): 1st parachute jump 6,500 ft. over Manseau Park, Paris in a 23’ dia. parachute made of white canvas with a basket attached (Oct. 22). * Charles ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    What Child Is This--A Child Of Joy

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 14, 2018
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    Many people want to argue about facts and details around Christmas, but Jesus came into the world to bring Joy into the lives of those around him. We experience joy when we take our relationship with Jesus to a higher level.

    What Child Is This-A Child Of Joy Genesis 3:1-19 Luke 1:46-55 12-10-2017 We are in part 3 of our series, What Child Is This: We have looked at the Child of promise, the Child of pain, and today we look at a Child of Joy. Christmas is to be about joy, but some see it as a time to argue over ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Announcing The Lord's Coming Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 13, 2016
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    Mary, as her song indicates, did look at the big picture, but maybe even better, she looked at her Lord. She is a servant of the Lord. She is in his hands; she lives for his glory. What more does she need to know when she knows him?

    Luke 1:26-56 Announcing the Lord’s Coming 12/12/04 D. Marion Clark Introduction The last judge of Israel was Samuel. His mother, Hannah, had been barren. Finally, the Lord answered her prayers and granted her a son who was named Samuel. In gratefulness, she “lent him to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Is Your Christmas Song?

    Contributed by Troy Denson on Dec 7, 2016
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    This message is a topical message to encourage us to become more available for God's services unto others. And when we make ourselves available, we will be amazed of the wondrous things that God can do with very little from us. I'm Available To You.

    WHAT IS YOUR CHRISTMAS SONG? (Luke 1:39-80) There are many songs sang approaching Christ-mass, the celebration of our Lord's arrival unto the earth. Some Christmas songs are secular and simply reflect the happiness of the season. (ex. Jingle Bells). Some Christmas songs are thematic and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary's Praise

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 11, 2016
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    God chose Mary to birth the Savior of the world. This message looks at Mary's song, her Magnficat, and examines her love of scripture, her love for God, and her humble spirit. Mary calls each of us to magnify God at work in and around us.

    Luke 1:46-55 Mary’s Praise The Christmas story begins with a young girl named Mary. Today we would call her just a teen, an adolescent. Back then, in ancient Israel, she was of marrying age, blooming into a young woman. Who was this Mary? Why was she full of song? And why has every generation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary's Song Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 12, 2016
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    In this message we will unpack Mary's song of praise and 5 movements where she magnifies the Lord.

    Mary’s Song #ctunes Good morning MGCC… – ‘The King Is Among…’ AND – if you think about it, this is what Christmas is really about. THAT – the King is among us. THAT - as John wrote… The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. – John 1:14 AND – as Matthew wrote Look! The virgin ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas Is For Helping The Poor Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 17, 2016
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    After all, what is important about Christmas?

    Thursday of Fourth Week in Advent 2016 Joy of the Gospel The prayer we just heard in the Gospel is one of the most beloved in Catholic history. It is likely that it was part of the public and private prayer of Christians from the very beginning of the Church. We still pray it every day at Vespers. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Mary's Song Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Dec 20, 2016
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    Do you sing with Mary? Do you have that joy this Christmas—are you overwhelmed by the promise of his return, or simply lost in the holiday?

    On Sunday June 1, 1975, Darrel Dore was on an oilrig in the Gulf of Mexico. Suddenly it wobbled, tipped to one side, and crashed into the sea, trapping Darrell inside a room on the rig. As the rig sank into the sea the lights went out and the room began to fill with water. Thrashing about in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Frenchie Upsets His Dad - Or - Would You Rather Be Very Poor Or Very Rich? Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Oct 12, 2024
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    Jesus's challenge to the rich young man - Does it leave us discombobulated and feeling uncomfortable? Which of the many interpretations is correct? [This sermon was preached 13 October 2024 when I was the guest preacher at St Nicholas Church Perivale in West London]

    A very wealthy man came to his vicar and said, “Father, I’m having a problem with this tithing thing. You see I made £500,000 dollars last year. If I gave 10% then I’d have to give….” No - before I finish that anecdote - lets do a poll- would you rather be very rich or very poor - hands up ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Navidad: Alabado Sea Dios Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 28, 2023
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    La Navidad rompió 400 años de silencio de Dios, a lo grande. Ahora, de repente, en Navidad, Dios estaba hablando abundantemente.

    ¿Has escuchado alguna vez la expresión el silencio es oro? Puedo identificarme con esa expresión cuando después de un largo tiempo de actividad y ruido en nuestra casa se hace el silencio. En esos tiempos me identifico con la expresión el silencio es oro. Pero ahora quiero ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pasko: Purihin Ang Diyos Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 28, 2023
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    Binasag ng Pasko ang 400 taon ng katahimikan mula sa Diyos, malaking oras. Ngayon biglang sa Pasko ang Diyos ay nagsasalita nang sagana.

    Narinig mo na ba ang ekspresyong ginintuang katahimikan? Nakaka-relate ako sa expression na iyon kapag pagkatapos ng mahabang oras ng aktibidad at ingay sa aming bahay ay katahimikan. Sa mga oras na iyon ay nauugnay ako sa ekspresyong katahimikan ay ginto. Ngunit ngayon gusto kong tumuon sa mga ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    3rd Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 1, 2023
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    DECEMBER 17th, 2023.

    Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11, Psalm 126:1-6, Luke 1:46-55, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28 A). A GARDEN OF JOY. Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11. Imagine yourself in ancient Israel celebrating that most solemn of feasts, the day of Atonement. This, however, is not just any old ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    4th Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 1, 2023
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    DECEMBER 24th, 2023.

    2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16, Luke 1:46-55, Psalm 89:1-4, Psalm 89:19-26, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38 A). WHO WILL BUILD WHOSE HOUSE? 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16. 2 SAMUEL 7:1-4. There is a subtle difference between a good idea and God’s will. God’s purposes will never fail, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ministry Partnerships-1(2025)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 11, 2025
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    1 of 6. Elizabeth & Mary shared their experiences as ministry partners in God’s service. Ministry partnerships foster an atmosphere for sharing experience in God’s service. But What exactly do those partnerships in God's service share? Ministry partnerships share...

    MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS-I—Luke 1:39-40(:39-56) RECAP: Around Christmas, 2023, Salem was met with a series of sermons entitled, ‘MEETING The DEMANDS For GOD’s PLAN’(Lk. 1:26-38). In those sermons, we looked into some early events surrounding the birth of Jesus thru the eyes of Luke. And there we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist