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  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    Advent Iii "Surprises From God, Remove The Impossible”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 17, 2024
     | 633 views

    Mary and Elizabeth had a surprise from God. Both became expectant mothers. It was part of God's ultimate plan to reclaim His creation from the grasp of Satan, after the failure in Eden. At Bethlehem God launched a mighty counteroffensive that started with a tiny baby boy named Jesus.

    In Jesus Holy Name December 22, 2024 Text: Luke 1:35-37 Redeemer “Surprises From God, Remove the Impossible” Luke chapter 1 tells us the story of two expectant mothers, Elizabeth and Mary. Both of their pregnancies were a surprise. Both are ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Tunnel Vision

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 20, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,779 views

    When we focus on Jesus, we see him as our Example, our Executor and our Eternity.

    Tunnel Vision Hebrews 3:1-14 Intro: How many basketball fans do we have here this morning? Do any of you know who the best free throw shooter in the world is? According to sports illustrated, the guys name is Tom Amberly and he set the record back in 1994. Tom was a foot doctor. In 1994 this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ark Of The Covenant And Samuel Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 14, 2024
     | 1,255 views

    God’s presence comes from doing God’s work and staying away from sin – God’s blessing comes from doing our God given jobs well and maintaining a pure heart before God – failing to do our God given jobs and living in sin leads to the departure of God’s presence.

    Topic: Never Seen Before in 2024 Thesis: We are looking to see things we have never seen before in 2024. Summary of last week’s message: • Samuel responds to the call of God while Eli never bothered to get out of bed. • Samuel obeyed God! • Samuel becomes God’s Prophet and Eli experiences a fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming Spiritual Attacks SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
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     | 1,474 views

    The enemy constantly tries to harm God's people in various ways, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, we have complete freedom. We are not victims, but victors.

    Today, we will delve into the topic of spiritual arrows and their impact on the lives of believers. Spiritual arrows are invisible attacks from the kingdom of darkness that target specific individuals or groups. These arrows can cause harm, affliction, confusion, division, character disorders, ...read more

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    Fear Of God Getting Out Of My Box Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 16, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,549 views

    Jesus is more than a great man. It is important for us to know the transfigured Christ--to see God in his glory and to respect (fear) him.

    Matthew 17:1-8 “Fear of God Getting Out of My Box” INTRODUCTION Times have changed. When I was growing up, my parents and I would arrive ten or fifteen minutes before the worship service—when we went to church. We didn’t arrive early so we could secure our favorite ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Mary: Portrait Of The Power Of God Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,262 views

    The Power of God is revealed as He uses Mary as the mother of the Christ Child

    Series: Characters at the Cradle MARY: A Portrait of the Power of God Luke 1:26-56 I. AN ASTOUNDING MESSAGE TO AN UNEXPECTING RECIPIENT (1:26-33) Sometimes we hear something so amazing, so astounding that although we may know it is true we still can=t believe it. It’s kind of like the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Makes Me Think! Make Today Count! (Funeral)

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 14, 2019
     | 4,209 views

    Do we ever wonder how we will die? Maybe we should spend more time thinking about how we should live? MTC, Make today count! I used small stones and write MTC on each one.

    MAKES ME THINK! MAKE TODAY COUNT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (FUNERAL, during funeral I give small stone with MTC on them… MAKE TODAY COUNT) Job 14:1 Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Reality Of Death

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 2, 2020
     | 3,532 views

    A generic sermon about death that can be adapted to funerals.

    I normally try to weave the Bible and the stories of the deceased into a eulogy. • God’s words of instruction to us • God’s Standards borne out in Jesus (John 14.6) • God’s Commands “What would I want to say to an audience who was looking at the reality of death?” Hebrews 9:27-28 27 And just as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "the Bush"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 31, 2020
     | 3,192 views

    Moses heard God speak through a Bush, let us consider some of the ways God (Bush) speaks to us today.

    “The Bush” Exodus 3:1-15 • God’s Spoke in the Garden of Eden (Gen. 3:8). God spoke from a mountain to all Israel on Mt Sinai, God spoke from the Heavens when Jesus was being baptized “This is my beloved Son in whom I am well Pleased”. God spoke again on the mount of transfiguration, Saul ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Timeless Lessons: What Doctor Who Can Teach Us About God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 671 views

    While not a religious show, Doctor Who contains themes that resonate deeply with our faith. Let’s delve into three key lessons from Doctor Who that can teach us more about God and our spiritual journey.

    Timeless Lessons: What Doctor Who Can Teach Us About God Introduction Today, I want to draw some spiritual lessons from an unexpected source: Doctor Who. This beloved British science fiction series has captivated audiences for decades with its tales of a mysterious Time Lord known as the Doctor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Divine Lessons From Scooby-Doo Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 947 views

    Beneath the fun and mystery-solving antics of Scooby-Doo and his friends lie profound spiritual lessons. Let's explore what Scooby-Doo can teach us about God.

    Divine Lessons from Scooby-Doo Introduction Today, we delve into an unexpected source of inspiration—Scooby-Doo! Yes, the timeless cartoon that many of us grew up watching. Beneath the fun and mystery-solving antics of Scooby-Doo and his friends lie profound spiritual lessons. Let's explore ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lessons From Forrest Gump: Discovering God In The Simple And Profound Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,198 views

    Forrest Gump, a beloved film about a man with a simple mind but a profoundly impactful life. As we look at his journey, we can uncover deep spiritual truths and see how his story can illuminate our understanding of God.

    Lessons from Forrest Gump: Discovering God in the Simple and Profound Introduction Today, we’re going to explore spiritual lessons from an unexpected source: the movie "Forrest Gump." This beloved film follows the life of Forrest, a man with a simple mind but a profoundly impactful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is It A Sin To Doubt?

    Contributed by Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002
    based on 63 ratings
     | 9,688 views

    Lessons on faith and doubt, looking through the life of Thomas

    Is It a Sin to Doubt? by Randy Croft One of the hardest decisions Krista and I made before Jacob was born was not which hospital to have the birth. Not which doctor would deliver our little guy. Not which pediatrician we would see, even though we went back and forth on that call. The hardest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Shoot Low Boys, They're Riding Shetland Ponies

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 5, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,678 views

    This is a message of encouragement that highlights all the "lesser" lights that play a worthy part in any church.

    Acts 17:32-34 KJV And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked: and others said, We will hear thee again of this matter. [33] So Paul departed from among them. [34] Howbeit certain men clave unto him, and believed: among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite, and a woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of God's Love

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 24, 2019
     | 10,881 views

    As we continue to look at Ephesians, we look at the power of God's love.

    The Power of Love Ephesians 3:14-21 October 29, 2019 I think most people like super-heroes. Partly because they defeat the forces of evil, but I think there’s a deeper reason why we like super-heroes. I’m not sure if I’ve ever had one particular super-hero who I really like or if I could, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist