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  • Owen Bourgaize avatar

    Remembrance Day Poppy

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 4, 2006
    based on 60 ratings
     | 17,972 views

    The Poppy used on Remembrance Sunday is a symbol of sacrifice by brave men and women in warfare but the Christian Church also has a symbol of sacrifice in the Cross of Jesus

    What is so special about a poppy on Remembrance Day? Why not use a pansy? Scarlet poppies grow naturally in conditions of disturbed earth throughout Western Europe. The destruction brought by the Napoleonic wars of the early 19th Century, transformed bare land into fields of blood red poppies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aubrey Vaughan avatar

    The Poppy And Its Greater Counterpart.

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 6, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,024 views

    Short Rememberance Sunday message.

    REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 2008 The poppy and its Christian counterpart. THE POPPY HAS A LONG ASSOCIATION WITH REMEMBRANCE DAY. BUT HOW DID THE DISTINCTIVE RED FLOWER BECOME SUCH A POTENT SYMBOL OF OUR REMEMBRANCE OF THE SACRIFICES MADE IN PAST WARS? SCARLET CORN POPPIES (POPAVER RHOEAS) GROW NATURALLY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon McCulloch avatar

    Remembrance Sunday, The Poppy, The Hope And The Love.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,551 views

    We will remember them, those who gave their lives. We also remember our Lord who also gave his life not only for his friends but his enemies also. Where then is God?

    This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 12th November 2017 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). John 15:12-17 John 3:15-17 Psalm 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Symbols Of Sacrifice - Remembrance Day (Memorial Day)

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 12, 2022
     | 1,592 views

    This is a message about remembering, and the symbols of the poppy and the cross that speak to the value of remembering. This also includes some of my family war time history.

    Sermon for CATM - November 13, 2022. Remembrance Day - Psalm 105:1-8 "Symbols of Sacrifice" My grandfather, Gilbert Hyde Parker, was a naval engineer in WW2. He was on at least one navy ship during the war that was bombed by the Nazis and sank in frigid waters. There are unconfirmed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bradley Boydston avatar

    Weed-Free Gardening-Guaranteed!

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 8, 2001
    based on 181 ratings
     | 18,412 views

    Every time we try to use worldy influence or power or scheming to get God’s work done we end up doing more damage to his kingdom than if we’d just let the weeds grow until harvest time.

    Most of you are way too familiar with the problem of weeds. Even those of you who live in Covenant Village where the weeds are generally taken care of by the grounds crew can remember when you were children and you had to pull the weeds in the garden. I must have spent every Saturday morning ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    What Can I Do For God And My Country?

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,938 views

    We need to not be asking what can God and my country do for me? We instead need to ask what can I do for God and my Country?

    What Can I Do for God and My Country? Thesis: We need to not be asking what can God and my country do for me? We instead need to ask what can I do for God and my country? Quote: John F. Kennedy: Inaugural Address Jan. 20, 1961 “…my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    In Remembrance Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,567 views

    I would propose to you that it is fitting and proper that we should remember those who gave their lives serving in the Armed forces!

    Title: In Remembrance Theme: Remembering their Cost, For our Freedom Topic: Memorial Day Reflections Introduction: As I prepared this message there came to me the remembrance of that very special motor-cycle ride into the wonderful city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The very place of the Battle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Questions For The Sleeping

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 22, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 6,585 views

    A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5.6 (adapted from Spurgeon’s sermon called the Enchanted Ground, changed a few points and made it more contemporary)

    Sermon for 3/21/2004 What? When? How? And Why? Introduction: In the Movie, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Dorothy, Lion, Scarecrow and the Tin Man are going on the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to see the Wizard of Oz. They have come through many trials but finally they see the Emerald ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael B. Perrott avatar

    We Remember Them

    Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 1, 2008
     | 6,269 views

    A sermon for Remembrance Sunday (UK); Veteran’s Day (US)

    John 15:1-15 We Remember Them The verses we’ve heard from John’s Gospel this morning are part of what we know as the ‘Farewell’ discourse of Jesus, as he speaks to the closest of his friends about his impending departure from them. Jesus, as he speaks to his friends, seeks to offer them comfort ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    My Grandad Alwyn

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Nov 11, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,090 views

    It's remembrance Sunday, it's my very first Sunday in a new parish, can my grandad help me write a sermon?

    This sermon was first preached on Remembrance Sunday. November 2014, which was my first Sunday as vicar of St Barnabas Northolt ......................................................................................................... So, who is this new vicar? In this country if you ask someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Breakfast With Jesus Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Apr 16, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 6,857 views

    A narrative retelling of Peter’s breakfast with Jesus that leads fallen disciples to declare their love for Him, receive His forgiveness and a new assignment to serve Him.

    Text: John 21:4-19 Title: Breakfast with Jesus – or – A New Assignment for a Fallen Disciple Series: Conversations with Jesus (C) Topic: Christian Living Theme: Christian Living & Failure Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness Calling God’s people in my care to tell Jesus that they love ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    Memorial Day 2007

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on May 5, 2008
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,562 views

    Do you wonder why the Spirit of God moved the writers of Scripture to include the names and exploits of the freedom fighters of Israel in this book? Could it be to give honor where honor is due? Could it be that He wanted you and me, many hundreds, even t

    Verse 24 and following goes on to list the rest of the “Mighty Men.” Do you wonder why the Spirit of God moved the writers of Scripture to include the names and exploits of the freedom fighters of Israel in this book? Could it be to give honor where honor is due? Could it be that He wanted you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Build Your Memorial

    Contributed by James May on May 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,702 views

    The Centurion’s life became a memorial before God and brought about the salvation of his household. This sermon also has a Communion Service on the end.

    Build Your Own Memorial Sunday, May 25, 2008 – AM By Pastor Jim May Tomorrow is a Memorial Day across the United States. The observance of Memorial Day for those killed in the line of duty, defending our country, began after the Civil War. The Grand Army of the Republic began honoring the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Nichols avatar

    A Fresh Start....with God - A Message Of Repentance Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Jan 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,184 views

    When we feel like failures, a fresh start is right around the corner. Luke details what repentance looks like and how it should be done.

    TEXT: The anointing of Jesus’ Feet - Luke 7:36-50 TITLE: Fresh Start: With God - a Message on Repentance SERIES: Fresh Start TOPIC: Repentance OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, January 11, 2009 PROP.: When we feel like failures, a fresh start with God is right around the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Davis avatar

    Those Who Survived

    Contributed by Steven Davis on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,844 views

    A Remembrance Sunday sermon which speaks to the issue of why some survived war and others did not; why some are very blessed and some not.

    He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed