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  • Roger Haugen avatar

    2 Advent C

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,437 views

    John the Baptist declares, "It is time!"

    This is a great text. The majesty of the writing -- what would Christmas be without the Christmas text from Luke? "In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus . . . ." All the names and dates. Historical details that make the story come alive. The event, marked in time and place -- in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Time For Rainbows

    Contributed by Jay Robison on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,068 views

    The Rainbow is a promise of God to offer forgiveness. We all need it. God promises new beginnings. Used in Advent, but could be any time of year.

    Beyond Your Wildest Dreams: Look: There is a Rainbow December 2, 2007 Jay Davis Robison GENESIS 9:8-16 Have you ever regretted doing something? As soon as it happened I knew I was in big trouble When I was youth minister I did not do victim games Those designed to make someone look silly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Will Be Your Peace

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,250 views

    Jesus is your peace. Nothing else works.

    HE WILL BE THEIR PEACE When will everything be OK? Have you ever asked yourself that question? You’re sitting on the couch, watching the news. You see that the economy has gotten a lot of attention lately. Banks are getting bailed out. Car makers are begging to get bailed out. So many ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 789 views

    This sermon explores the profound truths of peace, favor, and righteousness gifted to humanity through the birth of Jesus Christ.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather in fellowship and faith, united by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are eager, and our minds are ready to receive the Word of God. ...read more

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  • Michael Arens avatar

    Its Good To Be In...

    Contributed by Michael Arens on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,475 views

    Christmas Eve Sermon

    Merry Christmas! It’s great to be here in Milton on this night. Christmas Eve is always special. I’m not sure about you, but on Christmas Eve a wonderful calm seems to come over me and everything around me. I remember that this is the night that our Savior was born. I think of a beautiful, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Born Of A Virgin Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 4,608 views

    The miracle of the Virgin Birth is an essential, non-negotiable truth of the Christian faith. We consider the importance, confirmation, and necessity of this doctrine.

    “I Believe”…sermon series on the Apostles Creed “Born of a Virgin” Matthew 1:18-23 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Some Christmas trivia: The verses of the song Twelve Days of Christmas each stand for one of the 12 beliefs stated in the Apostles Creed. ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Evangelism: Shepherd Style Series

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Dec 24, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,452 views

    We can learn a lesson from the Shepherds: We have encountered the life-changing power of Jesus, as are called to share our experience of the Newborn King with all those we meet.

    “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.” (Isaiah 9:2) Thus begins the prophet Isaiah’s description of the Messiah. When the Messiah comes, those who feel like they’ve been walking around in the dark will be bathed in light, such as the brightness of day. I wonder if that’s what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Getting Ready For Something Big"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 25, 2002
    based on 286 ratings
     | 41,080 views

    A sermon for Advent.

    ISAIAH 64:1-9 Mark 13:24-32 “Getting Ready For Something BIG” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church One of the most popular t-v game shows is The Price Is Right hosted by good old Bob Barker. When you receive tickets to attend this highly-watched, fast-moving game ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Narnia: Through The Wardrobe Into Winter Series

    Contributed by Chris Powell on Nov 29, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,472 views

    This sermon was written for the first Sunday of Advent, and focuses around the first encounter of Lucy in the land of Narnia.

    Through the Wardrobe into Winter Isaiah 9.1-3 I. Introduction I would like for everyone to place there imagination hats on with me this morning as we journey into an enchanted land known as Narnia. We need to recapture a sense of wonder and each of us needs to find our inner child. I need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Met John The Baptist At Yoder's Department Store

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,551 views

    John gives some advice for this season of Advent: hold a baby, wonder, and look to the stars.

    I Met John the Baptist at Yoder’s Dept. Store Mark 1:1-8 December 4, 2005 Haven’t you ever wondered what it would be like to meet John the Baptist? I’ve always thought that he would be an interesting person to get to know. He walked around the wilderness in camel skin eating bugs and tree bark, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Seing The Signs Of Who God Is And How He Acts Series

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 23, 2007
     | 3,242 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday of Advent helping us to continue discovering that Jesus is God and what Jesus’ purpose is.

    Over the last few weeks Christians from many churches have been focusing on being ready, being prepared not just for Christmas Day, but for the second coming of Jesus. Our worship time has encouraged us to: Be ready To listen to God, be turned toward God and have our lives totally influenced by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Impact Of A Planted Tree Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Nov 23, 2016
     | 10,238 views

    Christmas Series from Isaiah

    Series: Immanuel Week: Two Passage: Isaiah 11:1-9 Title: The Impact of A Planted Tree Interesting Statement: Greg bought a 35-foot tall Christmas tree for his two-story 30 ft. tall house. Did he put the tree outside his house and decorate it there? No. He cut that tree into three equal parts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Candlelight Devotional - The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 25, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,297 views

    A brief Christmas Eve Candlelight Devotional. At the end I also have our program for our special Candlelight service.

    The Light of the World Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Devotional December 24, 2012 INTRODUCTION The October 2001 edition of National Geographic had an article on the “Power of Light” with this quotation: Light reveals the world to us. Body and soul crave it. Light sets our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 8, 2021
     | 6,286 views

    God’s grace rests on those who embrace His Son by faith. God makes peace through the cross of His Son. The only people who get the peace are people who grasp God’s grace.

    Nothing quite says “Tis the Season” like your favorite Hallmark Christmas movie marathon! If you have never watched a Hallmark Christmas movie, then here are the essential ingredients: • A small-town Christmas festival; • Lots of Christmas decorations; • PG level of romantic flirtation; • Lots of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening With Love

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Dec 22, 2019
     | 2,030 views

    Sermon for Advent 4, Year A. Sermon contrasts how Joseph could have treated Mary and how he actually acted toward her. Mary has a story (and thus Jesus) because Joseph listened with love and showed mercy.

    Preparing for 2020: Listening with Love I feel for Joseph. Not only because he’s often overlooked, but in some ways I understand what it’s like to be Joseph. In 1994 I found a new level of solidarity with Joseph. The children’s director concluded that the pastor’s grandson didn’t need a “speaking” ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal