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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Preparing For Growth Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 26, 2024
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     | 3,004 views

    Acts 1:12-26 shows us how the apostles prepared for the growth of the church.

    Introduction Imagine for a moment that Jesus suddenly appeared in person at the next Session meeting. Stunned by his sudden appearance, one of the elders finally manages to blurt out, “Lord, why are you here? What’s going on?” Jesus replies, “As you know, I am building my church. And I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Becoming Prepared

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 31, 2023
     | 801 views

    Jesus prepared his disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. We also need a preparation period to understand the gift of the Holy Spirit which we receive through baptism.

    Becoming Prepared John 20:19-23 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 20:19 So when it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “1bPeace be with you.” 20 And ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Ready And Prepared

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 10, 2023
     | 2,018 views

    Jesus teaches us valuable lessons using the story of ten bridesmaids to prepare us for eternity.

    A GREAT DEAL OF OUR LIFE AND DAILY ROUTINE IS GETTING READY OR PREPARATION. WE SPEND TIME GETTING READY FOR WORK, FOR APPOINTMENTS, HOLIDAYS, AND SUCH. I FOUND ONE STUDY THAT SAYS THAT THE AVERAGE AMERICAN SPENDS 5 YEARS OF THEIR LIFE IN PREPARATION AND WAITING FOR EVENTS IN THEIR LIFE. MATTHEW’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Awake And Prepare!

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 12, 2023
     | 1,983 views

    This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins.

    Today, we gather to explore the profound wisdom hidden within the pages of the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 1-13. This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins. As we dive into ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Prepare The Way

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 25, 2022
     | 1,423 views

    John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus' ministry during the first coming. The Church is called to prepare the way for His Second Coming. Are we?

    1Co 11 24 And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.   25 After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Separation In Preparation Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024
     | 1,040 views

    Joshua tells the people to sanctify themselves in preparation to see God to wonders tomorrow

    Background to passage: Joshua’s preparation for the journey, then instructions to Israel, their commitment, then the account of Rahab and the spies in Jericho. God is fulfilling his promise to give Isreal the land that he spoke up to all the generations from Abraham on. The next big event is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For A King Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 19, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,087 views

    Why is the birth of Jesus significant and what does it mean to us today. Is there a connection between the world and world events during his first coming and his imminent return?

    Grace Community Church Winchester VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this sermon on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/LiIFk7xq1pM Introduction In our journey through Luke, we finally come to the birth of Christ. Just in time for the celebration of Christmas. In typical Lukean style, he packs volumes of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Preparing For Christmas

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 6, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,823 views

    Today's message looks at and answers the question that as we are preparing for Christmas, are we preparing for Jesus.

    Preparing for Christmas Luke 3 In our message today, I’d like to address my ending statement from last week’s message on how Satan is trying to steal Christmas. I said that “as we enter into this Christmas season, let’s prepare our hearts the right way so that the true joy of Christmas can fill ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Nov 23, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,936 views

    “To prepare the way of the Lord,” what does that mean? Is John calling the people to do some road work? Is John saying that we need to go out and get hired on with road crew?

    Introduction In Matthew 3:3, the great prophet Isaiah says John the Baptist will call the people to prepare the way of the Lord, to make His path straight. “To prepare the way of the Lord,” what does that mean? Is John calling the people to do some road work? Is John saying that we need to go out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparations For The Passage

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Nov 30, 2019
     | 4,196 views

    For those of us who follow the Lectionary, this Sunday begins the Season of Advent, a time of preparation for the coming of Christ. It is also the beginning of the Christian year, ending in November. How do we prepare ourselves for the passage of the year ahead of us?

    PREPARATIONS FOR THE PASSAGE Introduction For those of us who follow a Lectionary, this Sunday begins the season of Advent, signifying a time of reflection and preparation for the coming of the Messiah. It also marks the beginning of the Christian year, ending next November. Two ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Preparing For Christ

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,960 views

    A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12.

    A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12. Preaching Matthew 3:1 “In those days John the Baptist came to the Judean wilderness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparation For Power Series

    Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Nov 11, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,950 views

    The church is waiting on the Holy Spirit

    Lessons From The Early Church Preparation For Power Acts 1:12-26 Last week we started in a series called “Lessons From The Early Church” Jesus had told the disciples to stay in Jerusalem and that they would be receiving the power of the Holy Spirit in their lives. God and Christ had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Evans avatar

    A Time For Preparation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Evans on Nov 28, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,568 views

    So many people think of salvation simply as a preparation for death and what comes after the death of the physical body. Salvation has much to do with one's preparedness to live life in its present context.

    A Time For Preparation Pastor Steve Evans December 2, 2018 Faith Assembly Preparation is underway! • We are officially in the countdown to Christmas • It’s hard to avoid all of the clichés about not knowing where the time has gone and the fact that this year is nearly over. • I for one cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christmas Preparations

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 20, 2018
     | 4,218 views

    At Christmas, our most significant preparations occur in our hearts and souls

    Christmas Preparations Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is December 16th. There are nine days before Christmas. As a child, that countdown to Christmas fanned such anticipation and excitement! With each passing day, my ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Prepare The Way! Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020
     | 7,909 views

    Advent - preparing the way. At Christmastime, we often prepare the house, the decorations, the food, the gifts—but we forget to prepare ourselves. Make a commitment to spend some time each morning during Advent preparing your heart for the coming of Jesus Christ.

    2019.12.1 Prepare for the Way William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Advent - preparing the way. At Christmastime, we often prepare the house, the decorations, the food, the gifts—but we forget to prepare ourselves. Make a commitment to spend some time each morning during Advent preparing your heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational