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  • Eric Amundson avatar

    Preparing The Heart Series

    Contributed by Eric Amundson on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,088 views

    What it is to Prepare for the Incarnation and return of Christ

    Last week, we took a look at that which we are preparing for. I mentioned the obvious – that we look back as we prepare once again to celebrate the birth of the messiah, of Emmanuel, God with us – come to save us from our sin and death. We look all around and we see the world preparing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 11, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 26,291 views

    This is the 7th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#7] PREPARE THE WAY Luke 3:1-20 Introduction: Today, as we come together, I want us to think about the call to "Prepare the way of the Lord," a message from the prophet Isaiah that we find in the Gospel of Luke. In our text, we meet John the Baptist, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan McCann avatar

    Paul's Ministry Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 29, 2004
    based on 43 ratings
     | 8,073 views

    Paul’s manner and method of ministry at Thessalonica

    I Thessalonians 21-9 Apparently most lawyers/barristers will recommend that you do not begin legal proceedings in a libel case. Libel cases are apparently very difficult to win and in the end the only winners are the legal professions. George Carmen, who died recently, was one of the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    A Ministry For All

    Contributed by Matthew Stidham on Jan 23, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,192 views

    Many Christians struggle with the idea that they aren’t talented, or aren’t capable of serving the Lord through ministry. Here I try to show that every does have a place and a way to serve in the kingdom of God.

    A Ministry for All Sunday June 10, 2007 AM Rudy Meoli was an average baseball player at best. With a measly career batting average of just over .200, Rudy was definitely not known for his ability at the plate, and with 27 fielding errors during the 1973 season, he certainly was not someone you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    Preparing For The End Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Dec 1, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,679 views

    In Paul's trip to Jerusalem we see that when God sends you a hardship He also prepares you to go through it.

    (The open illustration was taken from Sermon Centrals Illustrations database) Tony Campolo tells about the time he was asked to speak at a Pentecostal college. Before the service, eight men had him kneel so they could place their hands on his head and pray. Tony was glad to have the prayer, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Kapteyn avatar

    Preparing The Way

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 91 ratings
     | 7,356 views

    Introductory Considerations 1.

    Introductory Considerations 1. A Dutch theologian, Johannes Halkendijk, tells this story that took place World War 2. During the Nazi occupation of Holland, the Nazis planned to deport Jewish children to concentration camps. A Dutch resistant group had been formed and one arm of this resistance ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Preparation For Christmas

    Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 15, 2003
    based on 234 ratings
     | 67,177 views

    Before Jesus was presented as the Messiah John the Baptist issued a call to preparation.

    Preparation for Christmas Mark 1: 1-8 The title of today’s message is “Preparation for Christmas.” This probably suggests to you; going to the attic and bringing down all the decorations, putting up the tree and all the lights, purchasing the gifts, doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,199 views

    The church is to be on the offensive in preparing the way of the Lord in the lives of people!

    Prepare The Way, Luke 3:1-6 Introduction There is a story of an Atlantic passenger lying in his bunk in a storm, deathly sick—seasick. A cry of “Man overboard!” was heard. The passenger thought, “God help the poor fellow. There is nothing I can do.” Then he thought at least he could put his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Jumping In To Ministry Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 17, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,997 views

    While knowing what your gift might be is helpful; God gets the glory when we use it. Because the end is near, bend your ear and hear these four calls of commitment.

    Jumping in to Ministry 1 Peter 4:7-11 Rev. Brian Bill 9/17/06 After watching the game last Sunday afternoon, I realized that the end is near for the beloved Packers. I received an email from a Bears backer that went like this: “…May I suggest a couple of topic ideas for next week’s sermon? ‘Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    The Ministry Gifts

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,374 views

    The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by Christ during His ascension and are therefore also known as the ascension gifts. The full expression of the ministry of Jesus requires the full 5-fold ministry

    The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Preparing For Departure

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 16, 2001
    based on 126 ratings
     | 14,081 views

    Sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter and preview for the Ascension

    6th Sunday of Easter/Ascension John 14: 23-29 "Preparing for Departure"   ’Grandma and Grandpa stood with the two boys as they watched Mom and Dad board a TWA jet which would fly them for a vacation to the British Isles. The boys searched the small plane windows and finally found their parents ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steve Smith avatar

    The Final Preparation Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 23, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,549 views

    Like preparing for Christmas, God wishes to prepare us for Jesus by providing to us a Spiritual Cleansing, a Re-Decorating of the Heart, and an Exchange of Gifts

    INTRODUCTION Time is close! Down to the last few moments – “The Final Preparation” for Christmas? What do YOU HAVE YET TO DO to prepare for Christmas? In MY HOUSE, Deb has a certain formula for preparing for this special season. In fact, of all the special times of the year, this the one she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kristopher Morris avatar

    Prepare The Way!

    Contributed by Kristopher Morris on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,908 views

    John the Baptist came to make ready a people prepared for the Lord. How do we prepare today?

    “Prepare The Way!” Luke 1:13-17 November 30, 2003 Now that it is winter here in Nebraska, getting to work in the morning will be a little more difficult for me. More preparation will need be done before I can pull (or skid) into the parking lot here at church. Above and beyond the normal, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Are You Prepared?

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,922 views

    Jesus wants us to be prepared for His return, to be faithful and wise servants who are actively involved in the work of His Kingdom. We need to keep watch and stay invested in His Kingdom.

    Are you the type of person who tends to wait until the last minute to take care of important things? • Do you wait until the last minute to study for an exam? • Do you wait until April 14 to file your income tax return due on April 15? • Do you postpone going to the see the doctor until you ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    Prepare To Die

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021
     | 3,284 views

    Christian perspectives on death and being ready for it

    Intro – 6 small groups, 3 Sunday School classes, and a ladies’ Bible study – all of them groups who took on the challenge to invest in eternity since January 15th. On top of that, there are dozens of individuals who have been investing in eternal things over these past 7 weeks. I counted over 50 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ