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  • James May avatar

    Getting Ready For The Feast

    Contributed by James May on Nov 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,534 views

    A Thanksgiving message that says, "Be thankful for all of the wonderful gifts of God, both natural and spiritual."

    Getting Ready for the Feast By Pastor Jim May We are entering the season of the year when all of us are preparing for our Thanksgiving Feast. The stores will be packed and the shelves will be empty of all things necessary for preparation of the feast. I’ve got mine; I hope you have yours. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Effects Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 23, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,870 views

    Thanksgiving message based on Colossians 3:15-17

    Effects of Thankfulness Colossians 3:15-17 November 23, 2008 Me: I think I’m like most people in that during this week in November, thoughts turn to how thankful I should be for all of God’s blessings in my life. And I’ve had more than I can count. But as I was working on this message, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Breath Of Life - Advent 1

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,887 views

    Just as Micah longed for the coming Messiah, so too we place our trust in the one who has been revealed; Jesus Christ!

    “Breath of Life” Micah 7:1-7 Introduction That grand old man of English statesmanship, William Gladstone, one day arose in Parliament and solemnly announced that he had a sad statement to make. “Princess Alice is dead,” said he; “and love did it.” Her boy was ill with diphtheria and near to death. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,240 views

    Consider the duty, description and benefits of giving thanks to God.

    Col 3:12 And so, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; 13 bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Lord forgave you, so also should you. 14 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Taking The Good News To The Poor

    Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,144 views

    Message on God’s heart for the poor.

    “Taking Good News to the Poor” Evidence of God’s presence Introduction For some time now the issues concerning our partnership with Abraham’s house ministry to the community have been discussed and even debated among us. On this issue we have been a divided house. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Downfall Of The Mighty Series

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 8, 2008
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     | 4,411 views

    Third in a series based on the Magnificat of Mary

    The Downfall of the Mighty Luke 1:50-52 INTRODUCTION: Be truthful - you sometimes root for the underdog, don’t you? Whether it’s football, baseball, or basketball; whether it’s college ball or professional players, you root for the underdog, don’t you? I do too. Except maybe if it’s the home ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving From Psalm 100

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,968 views

    How to be thankful

    It is the soldier, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, who has given us the freedom to demonstrate. It is the soldier, who salutes the flag, who serves beneath the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "Jesus Is The Wonderful Counselor”

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 13, 2008
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     | 4,227 views

    How Jesus is wonderful

    “Jesus is The Wonderful Counselor” Jesus was sent as a baby to be everyone’s “Wonderful Counselor.” Isaiah 9:6 Many at Christmas give gifts. We give to show our love for each other. How much does a person spend each year in hopes that they will give the right gift? How do we know what to give? ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God With Us: The Reality Of Emmanuel

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,402 views

    There is a single unifying theme that runs throughout scripture, the theme is redemption and it is revealed by Emmanuel.

    God With Us: THE REALITY OF EMMANUEL This morning I am going to share with you a message that has become a Christmas tradition for me. I have preached this message more than any other since I began preaching in 1983. If you would have told me 25 years ago that I’d preach the same sermon 19 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Haters

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,132 views

    We must stand firm on the Truth!

    John 15:18-15:25 JOHN 15:18"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you. 20Remember the words I spoke to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Wake Up And Love Your Neighbor

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 23, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,538 views

    Approaching Christmas is often a difficult time to love the people around us. Sometimes we need a little encouragment to do so.

    Mitch had worked hard all week on his studies. He wrote papers, studied for tests, took exams all week and finally it was Friday. It was time to pick up his friends and go home to visit his family for the weekend. Since it had been such a difficult week, he was exhausted. He decided to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    A Maiden's Christmas Song

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 4, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,274 views

    Joy, gratitude, and mercy, are a part of our calling as Christians. We often do more this time of year, but our calling extends beyond the Christmas holiday, our calling is a part of our lives every day. I can’t help but think that Mary didn’t just sing

    At the turn of the 18th century, Christmas could be a very dangerous time for ordinary common folk like us. Back in those days, it was customary for bands of young men to go door-to-door, demanding food and drink and in exchange provide a song for the household’s entertainment. If nothing was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    In Everything - Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,617 views

    A message for the Thanksgiving Holiday aimed at helping those who do not feel thankful.

    October 7, 2007 Dakota Community Church In Everything - Thanksgiving Welcome everyone to this thanksgiving Sunday morning service! How do feel about this holiday? Is it one that seems to flow naturally for you, or do you really have to work to enjoy it? Are you thankful to God for the life you ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    How To Respond The Natural Disasters

    Contributed by Clinton Smith on Mar 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,392 views

    This sermon encourages believers to trust God in the natural disasters. God can be trusted no matter what happens in life.

    I went to a nearby hamburger stand by my job on Friday to get some oatmeal. Before entering in I picked up a copy of the LA Times newspaper and on the front was the gory pictures of the Katrina aftermath. As I walked into the hamburger stand to place more order, a man seen the newspaper under my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Triumph And Tragedy Series

    Contributed by Jon Rohr on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,514 views

    Where do I fit in to the Triumph and tragedy of Passion week? Am I celebrating the presence of Jesus or critical of Him? Am I overwhelmed by Him, or contemptuous of those who follow Him?

    Sermon: Triumph and Tragedy or Where Do I Fit? Series: Easter Season 2008 Text: John 12:1-11 March 16, 2008 AM John 12:1-11 (NIV) Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 "Here a dinner was given in Jesus’ honor. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist