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  • Jeffrey Sims avatar

    Living With Expectant Hope

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Feb 23, 2025
     | 317 views

    This is a sermon I used during advent but could be modified for any time of year... It's all about living with the Hope of the return of Jesus.

    “Stay Awake: Living with Expectant Hope” Mark 13:24-37 Imagine it’s a dark and stormy night. Rain is pounding against your windows, and thunder rolls in the distance. You’ve just settled into a deep sleep when there’s a loud knock at the door. Startled you sit up, heart pounding, who could be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Dead Man's Bones"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 19, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
     | 34,250 views

    If we are walking into the power of Christ, when a lost man comes into our presence, we ought to bring to them into the knowledge of the resurrection power of Christ.

    Title “Dead Man’s Bones” Introduction: It is sad to note that when Elisha died, there was no one standing there to pass on his mantle to. Who would be the next "man of God" to stand up against the enemy? What happens when the righteous man dies… The kingdom falls into sin and defeat. Once ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Old Patterns, New Worship

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,410 views

    The need for pattern, and order, in the worship of the Lord.

    OLD PATTERNS, NEW WORSHIP. 1 Chronicles 28:11-13; 1 Chronicles 28:19. In Mount Sinai the LORD gave Moses specific instructions for the construction of the tabernacle and for the conduct of worship therein. God spelled out every detail from the dimensions of the tent to the hanging of the curtain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 672 views

    We need a spiritual revival because our focus has shifted, our hearts are disheartened, our joy has lessened, and our spiritual work has been interrupted.

    Today, I want to talk about why we need revival as individuals and as a church. Revival is like a breath of fresh air that brings new life to our faith. It restores our passion for God, fills us with joy, and renews our commitment to serving Him. There are four main reasons why we need revival: our ...read more

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    Becoming Triumphant Over Temptation Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 35 ratings
     | 10,278 views

    A "How To Overcome Temptation" sermon. Practical insights for deaing with temptation. 1. Be REALISTIC 2. Be RESPONSIBLE 3. Be READY 4. Get REFOCUSED

    Becoming Triumphant Over Temptation (How To Overcome Temptation) Today we are continuing an in depth study on the book of James. We have looked at how you can have power over your problems. We have discovered that God wants you to make wise decisions. Today we are going to see how you can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Remembering The Important Things" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 31, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 12,170 views

    As we gather to receive communion, what things should we remember?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches April 3, 2005 Daylight Savings Time Begins Communion Sunday “Remembering the Important Things” Luke 22:1-20 INTRODUCTION: We had a speaker at our school one day who had lived in Duncan Falls when he was in the third grade. I didn’t recognize his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Stay Confident In Conflict

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,723 views

    Stay Confident In Conflict 1) Look to the Lord; 2)Live in his house

    Another season of American Idol is upon us. This is the T.V. show that gives millions of Americans the opportunity to become the next pop star. If you’ve ever watched the show, especially the opening rounds, you know how most people who bomb are quick to say that they can really sing, not just well ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Revive Us Again

    Contributed by Jerry A. Burns on May 18, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,044 views

    A sermon on the refreshing/restoring of our service to the Lord.

    Psalm 85:1-13 REVIVE US AGAIN Intro: Ill. • We know neither the author nor the background for this Psalm. • Most scholars believe that it was written just after Israel returned from captivity in Babylon. • Israel had been sent to Babylon for 70 years as punishment for their sins against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let The Spirit Change Your Outlook

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 16, 2003
    based on 68 ratings
     | 8,388 views

    The Holy Spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to God’s promises for deliverance. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems. The H

    How to Let the Spirit Change One’s Outlook For it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to do of His good pleausure." (Phil. 2:13,14) Illustration: Dr. Henry Pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to change her perspective. It seems that one young girl while attending ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Handle Criticism Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,221 views

    Exposition of Ps 7 about the words of Cush against David and his pleas for God to execute justice

    Text: Psalm 7:1-17, Title: How to Handle Criticism, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/28/08, AM A. Opening illustration: The church in Jacksonville and media criticism, Rick Warren and Ann Curry B. Background to passage: Concerning the works of Cush the Benjamite—Shimei and Sheba of Benjamin, 2 Sam 16:7-8, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Is The King Of All Seasons

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Nov 22, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 9,602 views

    Throughout the Church Year, and throughout our lives, Christ shines as our Savior and our King!

    Christ is the King of All Seasons Today the Church celebrates Christ the King Sunday. This last Sunday in our liturgical year provides us an opportunity to acknowledge Christ as King of our lives, and to see our King in all his glory. Our first reading today takes us into the book of Daniel. God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Are We Supposed To Remember? Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 1, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,940 views

    Four things to remember as we participate in communion. These four things can make a meaningful difference in how to receive His help in our times of need.

    May, 2007 Communion Sermon What Are We Supposed to Remember? Luke 22:1-20 Focus: “…this do in remembrance of me.” Luke 22:19 INTRODUCTION: We had a speaker at our school who lived in Duncan Falls when he was in third grade. I didn’t recognize his name, and I was looking forward to meeting ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Wall - Pt. 3 - Wall Warriors Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,087 views

    An unlikely hero teaches us that, as ordinary as we are, our wall can and must be built!

    The Wall Pt. 3 – Wall Warriors I. Introduction Nehemiah a captive, a slave has risen to status of cup bearer for the king. He gets a bad report about his hometown and responds. He has taught us that we must be moved beyond tears. That God keeps His Word . . . both curses and promises. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Word For The Thick Headed And Slow Hearted Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 14, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,721 views

    When we recognize Jesus' presence we can live with trust and faith.

    “A Word for the Thickheaded and Slow-Hearted” Luke 24:13-35 There was an important business executive who boarded the New Orleans to Washington train. He had a very important business engagement and he needed to be awakened in order to get off the train in Atlanta about five ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Spiritual Leaks

    Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,281 views

    A spiritual leak is a term that describes the loss of spiritual vitality and connection with God that can occur when we blame Him for our problems. It is like a hole in our spiritual armor that allows the enemy to infiltrate and attack us.

    Spiritual Leaks The Lord said to Job, “Do you still want to argue with the almighty? You are God’s critic, but do you have the answers?” Job 40:1-2 Ever had a leaky faucet? If so, you may be aware that ignoring even a small leak can prove costly. When it comes to experiencing God’s peace, there’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal