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  • Mark Haines avatar

    Enough Faith In God To Submit Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 1, 2000
    based on 80 ratings
     | 4,336 views

    A biographical narative contrasting and comparing Zechariah and Mary calling individuals to commit themselves to examining one part of their lives each day this week – asking if they trust God enough to pray “Thy will be done.”

    Text: Luke 1:5-38 Title: Enough Faith in God to Submit Topic: Faith Theme: Submissive Faith Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to trust Go enough to submit to His plan for their lives. Response: Individuals will commit themselves to examining one part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Greg Stine avatar

    The Priest And The Peasant Girl Series

    Contributed by Greg Stine on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 61 ratings
     | 3,602 views

    The frist of two sermons comparing and contrasting the responses of Mary and Zacharias to the announcement by the angel of the upcoming births of their sons.

    THE PRIEST AND THE PEASANT GIRL 9/19/99 Luke 1:5-25 I. Godliness of Zachariah and Elizabeth 5,6 A. Priest and daughter of a priest B. Godly - Righteous, obedient, blameless Significance - Israel under Herod the Great endured a deplorable political status ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Man Named John

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 7, 2001
    based on 86 ratings
     | 5,301 views

    A combination inductive and deductive message challenging people to determine what God wants their lives to mean.

    Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living with Purpose/Mission/Meaning Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to determine what God wants their lives to mean. Response: Individuals will ponder the meaning of their lives, asking, “What is God’s mission for my ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Travis Moore avatar

    The Original Dynamic Duo Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 154 ratings
     | 5,067 views

    A look at the births of John and Jesus

    THE ORIGINAL DYNAMIC DUO Luke 1:5-80 INTRODUCTION: A Recap of Luke’s Introduction (1:1-4) A. v. 1 - Many had written about the life of JESUS. B. v. 2 - Eyewitnesses passed one their first hand knowledge of JESUS’ life. C. v. 3- After careful investigation, Luke set out to write an orderly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Zechariah And Mary, And Spiritual Shock Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,074 views

    Can we be walking with the Lord, be strong in some areas and horribly weak in others, or does spiritual maturity mean we have grown evenly?Let’s contrast the responses of Zechariah the priest and Mary and then return to this question.

    Zechariah and Mary, and Spiritual Shock (Luke 1) Here is a bulletin insert I wrote to add to the sermon, which follows: Zechariah the Priest and Father of John the Baptist The Christmas narrative really begins by setting the stage for Jesus’ coming through explaining how his forerunner, John the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ivan Casteel avatar

    How To Raise A Godly Family

    Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 25, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 16,174 views

    Gaining lessons from John the Baptist’s Parents

    HOW TO HAVE A GODLY FAMILY! By Ivan G. Casteel Matthew 11:11; Luke 1:5-16 Mt 11:11 Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. (KJV) Lu 1:5 There was in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Vandever avatar

    Forerunner Generation

    Contributed by Peter Vandever on Jun 2, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,423 views

    A Prophetic word given to me by the Lord

    Recently, I was at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City and The Holy Spirit began to minister this prophetic message to me: He said this generation being born from 1981 and on would be the Forerunner Generation. This generation of Forerunners will prepare the way for the Rapture of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Idea Of Greatness

    Contributed by William Crowder on Jun 9, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,012 views

    What is the difference between being great in the eyes of the world and the eyes of God?

    1) What makes a person great in the eyes of the world? a) Royal birth b) Wealth c) Talents (abilities) 2) What makes a person great in the eyes of God? a) Complete obedience to God’s will b) Deny self c) Filled with the Holy Spirit d) Bringing others to Christ 3) Why is it better to be great in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Loosing God In The Midst Of Church

    Contributed by William Crowder on Jun 9, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,777 views

    Doing the right things does not make one right before God

    1) Who was Zacharias? a) A descendant of Aaron (privileged, chosen) b) A religious leader (a priest) 2) What do we know about him? a) He was upright in the sight of God (lived a clean and pleasing life) b) He kept the Commandments (kept all the rules) c) He obeyed the regulations (he did the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Mantel Of Elijah

    Contributed by Danny Thomas on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 125 ratings
     | 8,007 views

    The mantel of Elijah.

    The Mantel Of Elijah Malachi 4:5-6? Luke 1:17 Malachi 4:5-6 5 Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD. 6 And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, lest I come and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Plan For Fathers

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 17, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,454 views

    Fathers need to take leadership seriously and engage the family by exercising sacrificial leadership.

    A prestigious private school on Manhattan’s Upper West Side has recently outlawed the celebration of family holidays. In a letter to parents, they said, “after much thought and discussion, [we] will not be celebrating Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.” One of the school’s directors explained that, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bob Hostetler avatar

    The Question Of Zechariah: How Can I Be Sure? Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 120 ratings
     | 8,533 views

    A call to faith in the light of evidence

    The Questions of Christmas (1) The Question of Zechariah: How Can I Be Sure? Scripture Reading: Luke 1:5-25 A great philosopher once said, “Somewhere deep below the surface, the story of our lives as human beings is one long, hopeful quest for certainty.” That philosopher’s name . . . is Bob ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Turning The Hearts Of The Fathers

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,261 views

    We need fathers to take on the spiritual leadership in the home.

    Title: Making the Most of Our Relationship Lesson 6 “Turning the Hearts of the Fathers” Text: Luke 1:11-17 Introduction: READ EXCERPTS FROM “HEART OF THE WARRIOR, A BATTLE PLAN FOR FATHERS TO RECLAIM THEIR FAMILIES.” Beginning at page 97 -- Would you agree that Satan is attacking our homes in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Alan Braun avatar

    'tis The Season To Be Confident Series

    Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,782 views

    A new look at the Christmas season

    This season should give us confidence in God who loves us and gave Himself for us. Wouldn’t you want to do something great with God? What gives you confidence? Zach’s view: Wanted to please God (6) ...behavior is good ...heart is good Zacharias means "God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    A Fresh Touch For You Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 21, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 48,568 views

    God desires to touch us.

    A FRESH TOUCH FOR YOU Luke 1:5-25 S: Seek a fresh touch from God Th: The Christmas Touch Pr: GOD DESIRES TO TOUCH US ?: Inductive KW: Stages TS: We will find in the story of Luke 1:5-25 five stages that show God’s desire to touch us. The ____ stage is… I. SETTING (5-7) II. SELECTION ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist