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  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "Simeon’s Story Is Our Story”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,868 views

    One of my favorite characters of the Christmas story is Simeon. He heard the "voice of Jesus" by the Holy Spirit. When you hear the Spirit give you a direction, you are hearing the voice of Jesus. The scriptures can also be "a voice of Jesus" (Jesus Speaks Leonard Sweet)

    In Jesus Holy Name December 29, 2019 Luke 2:25-26 Christmas I “Simeon’s Story is Our Story” One of my favorite characters of the Christmas story is Simeon. We meet Simeon on the day Mary and Joseph brought Jesus to the temple for his consecration ceremony, as required by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Acts Of The Apostles (9 Of 39)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022
     | 1,380 views

    In chapter 5, we discovered that the Lord had to purge the early church of hypocrisy.

    The people learned to fear the Lord, and those who loved Him went on serving Him faithfully, filling all of Jerusalem with their doctrine. Look at Acts 5:28, We read, “Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Cry

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on May 8, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,044 views

    Learning how to trust God even in the mist of sorrow

    I want to say that children have a way to make us think, laugh and cry. In fact, one day, a little girl is sitting and watching her mother do the dishes at the kitchen sink. She suddenly notices that her mother has several strands of white hair sticking out in contrast through her black hair. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can You Rejoice When You're Sad?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 7, 2001
    based on 176 ratings
     | 25,836 views

    The Christian view & the world’s view of happiness are different, aren’t they? How can that be?

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. This Memorial Day will have a special meaning for veterans of WW 2, & indeed for our whole nation. As we all know, 1995 marks the 50th Anniversary of the end of WW 2. The loss of life was enormous, & the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Be Glad When You're Sad" Series

    Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 4,902 views

    It’s not until we understand the penalty of sin that we can fully appreciate the work of the Cross.

    “Be Glad When You’re Sad” Matthew 5:4 Beatitudes - #2 Intro: Today, we continue our series from the Beatitudes. To refresh our minds, the word “Beatitude” means Supreme Blessedness, and the word “Blessed” means having a Spiritual Joy and Satisfaction that remains regardless of conditions. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Story Of Christmas

    Contributed by Rick Kallstrom on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 156 ratings
     | 15,483 views

    I hope that this very special Christmas message will touch your heart, and that after hearing it you will find yourself a little richer in faith, a little stronger in spirit, and once again reminded of the true meaning of Christmas.

    I invite you this day to come along with me as we take a journey back in time to the holy lands of Israel. We will begin in the District of Galilee, and then the city of Nazareth, and then conclude our journey in the tiny town of Bethlehem, birthplace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Cinderella Story

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 17, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 14,164 views

    This sermon seeks to encourage a Christian to find their God-given place in this world and to discover their God-given talents.

    Scripture: Esther 4:10-15. Title: “A Cinderella Story” Key Verses: Esther 4:14 – Esther 4:16 Introduction: This is a story of Courage, Daring, and Adventure. It is a “Cinderella” story about a young woman coming from ‘Rags to Riches.’ The book of Esther was written by a Jew to his people ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Telling Stories

    Contributed by Ken Gehrels on May 22, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 3,622 views

    Importance of remembrance & testimony in the life of the Christian community.

    Telling Stories Bible Reading: Joshua 1: 1-9 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO He faced a formidable task. Joshua, son of Nun, had been serving as aide ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Soldier's Story

    Contributed by William Groover on Mar 5, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,499 views

    Dramatic monologue in the form of a letter written home by the Centurion who crucified Jesus.

    "A Soldier’s Letter Home" Dr. Bill Groover Copyright 1997 From Claudius, son of Marcus, Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar--former Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar. To my beloved parents and family in Neapolis. May this letter find you in good health and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Story Of Rahab

    Contributed by Maximiliano Zapata on Jun 1, 2001
    based on 120 ratings
     | 86,214 views

    What Rahab is not known for is what matters most. Her faith.

    In the book of Joshua 2, we are introduced to a women by the name of Rahab. Rahab lived in the city of Jericho, in fact her house was built on the outer wall that surrounded the city for protection. From her window overlooking the wall, she would be able to see the travelers who would come to her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Story Of Hope

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,670 views

    The parable of the weeds gives us hope for the future!

    A Story of Hope Matthew 13:24-30 June 2001 24 Jesus told them another parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. 25 But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away. 26 When the wheat sprouted and formed heads, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Story Of A Whisper

    Contributed by Troy Nelson on Aug 6, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,421 views

    An encouragement to the church that God doesn’t always work through just the loud and the showy.

    The Story of A Whisper I Kings 19:9-18 As he sits at the foot of this “desert” mountain, he hugs his knees to his chest. Looking at Elijah, you may think he has fallen asleep, or even worse, maybe even died. But don’t worry, he’s not. It’s just that the desert winds have this habit of turning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love Story

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 354 ratings
     | 15,856 views

    A demonstration of divine and human love intermingling.

    Love Story Luke 7:36-50 I LIKE LOVE STORIES. I guess I’m just a hopeless romantic. In Luke, chapter 7, we find a love story of the highest sort. It is not a romance; it’s far above that. It’s the story of one woman’s devotion to her God. The scene is the courtyard of the house of Simon ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Graveyard Stories

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2001
    based on 141 ratings
     | 5,444 views

    Fear is the first reaction to the Resurrection. After all, what could be more frightening than being in a graveyard when things that ought to be dead start walking around?

    "Graveyard Stories" By the Rev. Dr. Maynard Pittendreigh Sunrise Presbyterian Church Miami Florida Easter Sunday, April 23, 2000 Mark 16:1-8 1 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. 2 Very early on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Joseph's Story

    Contributed by William Groover on Dec 11, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 7,073 views

    Dramatic monologue on Joseph

    “Joseph’s Story” Dr. Bill Groover Tallahassee, Florida © 1998, 2002, William A. Groover Jr., Ph.D. Preachers may use this sermon or any part in worship if no publication is involved. No credit to the author is required, but an e-mail to DrBillGroover@aol.com will be appreciated. I’d also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist