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Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
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Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Mary and Joseph: How did they remain hopeful and faithful in the midst of trials and difficulties that resulted from God’s plans? Luke 1:26 - 2:7 and Matthew 1:18-25
Taking Christmas Faith on the Road Grace Church 12/9/2007 Steve Trampe Welcome to the second in our 4 week Advent series called Taking Christmas on the Road. I have really enjoyed getting a fresh look at the events and characters involved in Christmas because it brings it alive and makes it ...read more
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
When preachers talk about Christmas it’s usually about Jesus and Mary. But what about Joseph; the silent father? What do we learn from his life of devotion and faithfulness?
“The Forgotten Father of Christmas” Matthew 1-2 INTRODUCTION Usually at Christmas time, preachers spend a lot of time talking about Jesus’ miraculous conception, which I did last Wednesday. And the virgin birth leads you and I to think about the fact that Jesus was conceived apart from any human ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
The Holy Spirit confirmed Elizabeth & Mary as yokefellows(partners) in God’s service. But what do yokefellows in God’s service share? Yokefellows in God’s service share...
WHAT YOKEFELLOWs SHARE—II—Luke 1:39-56 Attention: Old man Woodruff loved golf, but his age was making it increasingly difficult for him to play. He complained to the clubhouse man about his eyesight. "I can't play with my glasses on because they keep falling off," he said. "And I'm ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:39-56
When the Wise Men arrived at the house where Mary tended the Christ Child, what did they find? If we seek the same One they sought, we also may anticipate finding what they found.
MATTHEW 2:9-11 WHAT THE MAGI FOUND “After listening to the king, [the wise men] went on their way. And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11
If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.
If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-7
God has promised Simeon that Simeon will see the Messiah. This promise is fulfilled when Mary comes to the temple to make an offering for purification. Simeon sings of the great comfort and peace we can all have.
Message Luke 2:22-35 Simeon’s Song Today we are going to look at the last song in our “Advents Song” – this is the Song which Simeon sings. We find it in Luke 2. Lat’s start reading and look firstly at the context of the song Luke 2:22-24 As we read through these verses we see some thing very ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:22-35
What is a Martha? A Martha is a type of person who wants to serve the Lord without getting to know the Lord personally. Let's take a closer look at the sisters Martha and Mary and their interaction with Jesus.
In today’s culture, we hear the term Karen, used to describe white women who perceive to be entitled or demanding beyond the scope of what is appropriate or necessary. Karen is a common stereotype associated with white women who won't hesitate to use their "privilege" at the expense ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
Mary was willing to humble herself, accept the change of her circumstances, accept the shame and gossip and disdain she would face. In your life God wants to do something impossible for you, but possible for Him.
The Riddle I was at a Christmas party many years ago. A pastor and author was there who liked to play games with riddles. He had a good one which stumped everyone at the party. “what’s bigger than the universe . . . dead men eat it . . . if living men eat it they die”. You ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
Denomination: *other
We often see the first Christmas though rose colored glasses tinted by centuries of tradition. But the plain facts are that Mary and Joseph had a very difficult time with all the events surrounding that first Christmas.
Approaching the Christmas season in 1972, Fred Putman decided to have a evening in front of a cozy fire. He used two boxes of matches, one pint of started fluid, and the Sunday addition of the New York Times, and still could not get the fireplace burning. Bent on romance by fire-light, he decided ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:18-45
How can you still celebrate Christmas when you're surrounded by troubles? So were Mary and Joseph at the first Christmas, but Christmas still came and God brought healing to their world!
CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WHEN THE GRINCH SHOWS UP INTRODUCTION A. CHRISTMAS IS ALWAYS A WONDERFUL TIME? 1. This whole month of December we’re looking at Christmas through the eyes of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. So keep an eye out for his green skin! 2. Have you ever had some major plans disrupted and ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21, Luke 2:4-7
Denomination: Assembly Of God
Jesus told Mary Magdalene not to touch him but he told disciples to touch him in this passage. It’s interesting observations. The theological implications are great. May the blessings of believing be upon all. Amen.
Theme: Touch me not, Touch me. Text: John 20:16-30 Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Introduction: I would like to share on this Easter with you three insights from this three epiphanies. There are three separate epiphanies recorded in John 20:16-30. ...read more
Scripture: John 20:16-30
Denomination: Methodist
The sermon explores the story of Mary and Joseph leading up to the birth of Christ, emphasizing the significance of the names Immanuel and Jesus, and how they reflect God's relational nature and His power to save us from sin.
Hello church! Today we’re going to look at a story from the gospel of Matthew about circumstances leading up to the birth of Christ. Unexpected events are unfolding in the lives of Mary and Joseph who were two very ordinary people. There was nothing spectacular about them. They weren’t famous, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
Topics: Immanuel, Sin Salvation, God's Presence
Discovering God’s Will for Our Lives looking at the lives of some who are focused on during the Season of Advent – Zacharias the Father of John the Baptist, Mary the Mother of Jesus, Joseph the Father of Jesus and the Wise Men.
Series: Discovering God’s Will – Advent Style Theme: Discovering God’s Will for Our Lives looking at the lives of some who are focused on during the Season of Advent – Zacharias the Father of John the Baptist, Mary the Mother of Jesus, Joseph the Father of Jesus and the Wise Men. Title: ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:67-79
Denomination: Nazarene
Often times we find it difficult to submit to God’s will, but Mary serves as an inspiring example of how we can submit to God even when God’s plan is an utter mystery to us.
The Song of a Pregnant Teenager / Luke 1:47-55 Third Sunday of Advent, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 16 Dec. 2001 She was the last girl anybody expected to fall under this kind of disgrace. Fourteen years old, a freshman at Jerusalem High School with a straight A average, Mary always ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:47-55
Abraham questioned God’s plan to give a child to him when he was 100 years old, even as Mary wondered about God’s plan to give her a son when she was a virgin.
December 9, 2001 Heb. 11:11-12; Gen. 15-16 “How can this be?” INTRODUCTION Do you know what the three most feared words at Christmas time are? “Some assembly required”. Oh, there are lots of good words at Christmas. Words like “Joy to the world”, “Merry Christmas”, “50% off sale”, and ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12
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