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  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "Two Miracles, Two Expecting”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 16, 2021
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    “Expecting” is the word we use when a woman is pregnant. Mary and Elizabeth are miraculously expecting a baby. God's plan for the salvation of humanity and the defeat of Satan's authority enter human history at Bethlehem. Includes a quote from Josh McDowell.

    In Jesus Holy Name December 19, 2021 Text: Luke 1:39,56 Redeemer “Two Miracles, Two Expecting” Some of you had the good fortune of attending a baby shower last Sunday after church. Baby showers are joyous occasions. Everyone celebrates the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Solomon's Unseen Journey

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024
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     | 1,865 views

    Through 'Lessons from Solomon's Unseen Journey,' we'll uncover the deeper parts of his life. / Let me start with a story that might remind us of our journeys

    "Good morning, everyone. Today, we're going to explore King Solomon's story. / Known for his Wisdom, there's more to his life than we often hear about. / Through 'Lessons from Solomon's Unseen Journey,' we'll uncover the deeper parts of his life. / Let me start with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Trust The God Who Provides Life! - 1 Kings 17:7–24, Luke 4:25–26 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 16, 2025
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     | 583 views

    God sends His prophet, Elijah, not to a wealthy household, not to a powerful leader, but to a poor, grieving Gentile widow.

    Go! And Trust the God Who Provides Life! - 1 Kings 17:7–24, Luke 4:25–26 Opening Prayer Lord God Almighty, You are the Giver of life, the Sustainer of hope, and the One who speaks and it is done. Thank You for Your Word—living, active, and powerful. Today, as we study the story of Elijah and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blind Faith

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 20, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,133 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent, Year A

    March 19, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41 Blind Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A famous test was conducted in 1999 called The Invisible Gorilla. Perhaps you’ve seen the video. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Faith's Hall Of Fame: Abel, Enoch & Noah Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,735 views

    A view of Faith’s Hall of Fame’s first three portraits.

    Hebrews 11:1 – 7 INTRODUCTION Reading Hebrews 11 is like walking through a portrait gallery full of all your favorite heroes. It is here we see a portrait of our heroes of faith. Beginning our walk through Faith’s Hall of Fame, the Hebrew writer reminds us that God does not expect us to believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Memorial Day - 2004

    Contributed by Steve Klink on May 30, 2004
    based on 144 ratings
     | 16,893 views

    Respecting the sacrifice of those who bought our freedom with their lives.

    “In New York harbor stands a lady, With a torch raised to the sky. And all who see her, know she stands for Liberty for you and I. I’m so proud to be called an American To be named with the brave and the free. I will honor our flag and our trust in God, And the Statue of Liberty.” Memorial - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Maintaining Your Integrity In The Wilderness?

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 27, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 13,542 views

    This is a series on the life of David and what made him a man after God’s heart. Here we find David’s faults and weaknesses a puzzling companion to the great title "Man after God’s own heart"

    MAINTAINING YOUR INTEGRITY IN THE WILDERNESS? David is on the run. In this part of the story of David’s life everything has broken loose. Quiet suspicions that Saul is trying to kill him are now loudly in the open. Even Jonathon who struggled to grasp how his own father could possibly consider ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Crossing Over Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 23, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,044 views

    There comes the point in every congregation when we must decide to move forward.

    Building on Faith: Past the Point of No Return Joshua 3 Interview with Ron Jones about the moment in the take-off pattern that a pilot must make a decision to commit to take-off or abort the flight. This “crossover principle” finds an arresting illustration in the lives of God’s Old ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Agents Of Grace: Abigail Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,691 views

    God used Abigal to turn David away from a senseless sin.

    What image comes to mind when you hear the word “hero”? Do you think of a grizzled firefighter who routinely risks his life to save others? Such a person is certainly a hero, but so is the child who has the presence of mind to dial 911 when the house is on fire! Heroes come in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The King Is Coming

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Apr 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,732 views

    Jesus is the ever-present King who rode along the palm laden road to the Cross of Calvary in order to bear our shame. He came to declare he’s the way, the truth, and life, and he’s calling us to change our perception of him towards God’s eternal light.

    INTRO Let’s start our time this morning with an interesting, Palm Sunday, brain tease. Listen to this account, and picture in your mind “the one” I am going to speak about. Okay, here we go… The crowds cheered and waved their hands. Many stood upon their tip-toes ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Only Satisfying Endgame

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 22, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,555 views

    Thoughs and Ideas based on the movie "The Avengers". Theme gained for articles based on "The Endgame" Jesus is the only ultimate endgame.

    In Jesus Holy Name Easter V Redeemer I Timothy 1:15a, 2:3-6 “The Only Satisfying Endgame” Have you ever read comic books? If you have then you are familiar with Marvel Comics and their heroes. Endgame is a 2019 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Hope For The Hopeless

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 25, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,242 views

    You only live 3 times. No such thing as YOLO, since Jesus has risen.

    John 20:19-31 HOPE FOR THE HOPELESS - the resurrection 19 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 20 After he said this, he showed them his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Faith That Worships

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 16, 2008
     | 3,223 views

    Through Abel is demonstrated that our faith ought to be exemplified in our constant worship in our time, our life, and our reputation.

    A Faith That Worships Griffith Baptist Church – 10/19/08 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:4 Key verse: Hebrews 11:4 – By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Honoring Veterans PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,547 views

    This sermon encourages honoring veterans for their service and sacrifice, and explores how Christians can show them the respect and gratitude they are due.

    Welcome, beloved family of faith. How blessed we are to gather under the banner of Christ's love, united in our shared purpose of honoring Him and learning from His Holy Word. Today, we gather not only to honor our Savior, but also to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation with ...read more

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    Cop A New Attitude

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,391 views

    We need a beatitude attitude

    Memorial day typically celebrates veterans of our armed services. Men and women from all branches who were willing to lay their lives on the line for the protection and safety of others. 911 illustrated that war has dramatically changed. And so the list of heroes have increased. Today we want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational