In Sermon Illustrations: "Luke 2:15" showing 21-40 of 46

The Empty Gift

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 26, 2011

THE EMPTY GIFT God offers us more than this world does, but most of us never take the time to see it. There was a 15-year old boy named Joey, whose mother died at birth. She was a severe alcoholic, and that had affected his pre-natal development. The result was that he was slightly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Christmas

The More Precious Gift

Contributed by Sermon Central on May 2, 2011

THE MORE PRECIOUS GIFT It is not easy always for people to understand the significance of a gift, or the sacrifices that went behind it. Two students shared a room in college. After returning from the Christmas' winter break, Andrew asked his roommate what presents he has received for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Christmas

What Really Matters  PRO

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 28, 2011

What Really Matters It was two weeks before Christmas and it began to start. Everyone was scrambling and rushing to get to Wal-Mart. Their credit cards were in the orange and checking account in the red in hopes that their rich uncle would soon be dead. Old Saint Nick sitting high on a mountain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Tags: Christmas, Tree, Poem, Santa Claus

Denomination: Baptist

The First Radio Broadcast  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Sep 7, 2011

THE FIRST RADIO BROADCAST Allow me to start our time by reading you a nifty story. It is called, "The First Radio Broadcast." For their entire careers, wireless operators onboard US Navy and merchant ships had only heard Morse code coming through their headphones. However, a few days before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Christmas Eve, Peace, Eternal

Jesus ​​murio Por Marytambien

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

JESUS MURIO POR MARÍA TAMBIEN - Comunión Meditación Marcos Lowry , un comediante cristiano, observó que el silencio de María en la cruz siempre le asombraba. Si estuviera siendo crucificado en medio de la ciudad , su madre habría "inclinada un ajuste," pero María no dijo una palabra. Lowry se ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad

Profundizar En La Tierra

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

PROFUNDIZAR EN LA TIERRA Una familia se encuentra de vacaciones fuera en el lago un verano. Papá había sido puttering cabo por la casa del barco . Dos de sus hijos , un niño de 12 años y un niño de 3 años de edad estaban jugando a lo largo del muelle. Se suponía que el de 12 años de estar viendo a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad

La Tormenta De Navidad

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

LA TORMENTA DE NAVIDAD : Una parábola moderna por Paul Harvey "Se trata de un hombre moderno , uno de nosotros , que no era un scrooge , fue amable, decente sobre todo buen hombre , generoso con su familia, en posición vertical en su trato con los demás. Pero él no creía en todo lo que la ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad

Tiene Que Agacharse

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

TIENE que agacharse El anuncio fue primero a los pastores. Ellos no piden a Dios si estaba seguro de que sabía lo que estaba haciendo . El ángel había ido a los teólogos , tendrían que primero consultó sus comentarios. Si hubiera ido a la elite , habrían mirado alrededor para ver si alguien estaba ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad

Un Desfile De Navidad

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

Una Escuela Dominical estaba poniendo en un desfile de Navidad que incluía la historia de María y José llegando a la posada. Uno de los chicos quería muchísimo ser José , pero cuando las partes se entregaron , un niño que no le gustaba que se le dio parte, y fue destinado a ser el posadero lugar . ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad, English  (view more)  (view less)

Regalo De Navidad

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

Regalo de navidad Fue el día después de Navidad en una iglesia de San Francisco. Pastor Mike estaba mirando la escena de la natividad al aire libre cuando se dio cuenta de que el bebé Jesús había desaparecido de las figuras. Inmediatamente, el pastor Mike se volvió hacia la iglesia para llamar a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad

La Nueva Lavavajillas

Contributed by Sermon Central on Nov 26, 2013

LA NUEVA LAVAVAJILLAS En el cuarto año de su despido de su trabajo , papá le dio a mamá un lavaplatos para la Navidad. Usted tiene que entender la magnitud del don : Nuestra antigua casa tenía su cableado y la plomería original, y tampoco pudo manejar la necesidad de instalación. No había lugar ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-29

Tags: Christmas, Spanish, Espanol, Navidad

The Gold Wrapping Paper

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Dec 19, 2014

The Gold Wrapping Paper - An Inspirational Short Christmas Story Once upon a time, there was a man who worked very hard just to keep food on the table for his family. This particular year a few days before Christmas, he was upset with his little five-year-old daughter after learning that she had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19

Tags: Christmas Gift, Anger, Patience, Child Rearing

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sharing Sermon Notes, Stories And Outlines To Further The Gospel Of Jesus

Contributed by John T Brantley on Dec 22, 2015

When all through the town, Folks were snuggled comfy and sound. All my night guests had checked in, And I was exhausted and tucked in my kin, When out at the door the I heard a swift rap, of the door knocker knocking interrupting my nap. I sprang up from my cot to see what was the issue, Couldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Inn Keeper, No Room In The Inn, Christmas, Christmas Eve

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Did Jesus Come?

Contributed by Paul Steen on Dec 9, 2017

For many people, Christmas is a time of sadness. They don't have the extra money to buy presents for their children, family, and friends. Many are saddened at Christmastime when they think of their loved ones who will not be able to come home for various reasons. Turkey dinners may be only a wish ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-19

Tags: Christmas, Born Again, Merry Christmas, Happy At Christmas

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christmas Eve Communion Confession

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 23, 2019

Confession O Lord, we remember you, O Lamb of God Born this day to take away the sin of the world; O Word become flesh, Who came down to share our humanity; You alone are worthy. Help us remember You not only with our lips, But with our hearts as well; Help our lives proclaim Your truth. As we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Christmas, Communion, Christmas Eve, Confession

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas Present Unrealized

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 25, 2019

This is a true story. Freddie and John were fortunate enough to have a season ticket to watch Chelsea soccer in the UK. They could not help noticing that there was always a spare seat next (B14) to them and they had a friend who would love to buy a season ticket, especially if all three could have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Christmas, Christmas Present, Unattended Effect, Missed Opportunity

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas Disappointment

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2020

One Christmas my husband put an assortment of beauty products in my stocking. I tried one of the facial masks, and was about to wash it off when my eight-year-old son, Callum, walked in. I explained to him that it was a present from his dad and it would make me beautiful. He patiently waited by my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-18

Tags: Christmas, Children, Cute, Honesty, Gifts, Christmas Present  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unsung Heroes: The Shepherds Of Bethlehem

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 14, 2020

Introduction: the Christmas story, the birth of Jesus Christ into this world, is one of the most beautiful ever told. Many believers and others are more or less familiar with Mary and Joseph traveling from Nazareth to Bethlehem, and how Jesus was born in an inn and laid in a manger because there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Tags: Mary, Birth Of Jesus, Shepherds, Unsung Heroes

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Flower

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Dec 14, 2022

THE CHRISTMAS FLOWER “The Legend of Pepita’s Poinsettia” Thank you much, my pretty friend, For the beauty you display; Those colors of green and red Enhances our Christmas day. Great is your reputation- You’re like the Christmas Star, For you are highly regarded, No matter where you are. You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21, Luke 2:1-20, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Poinsettia, Christmas Poems, Christmas Poetry, Poems About Christmas, Christmas Decorations, Nativity, Christ's Birth  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of The Manger

Contributed by Martin Spoelstra on Dec 9, 2023

If you try to point out something to a dog, the dog will often look at your finger instead of the object you’re trying to point to. This is frustrating, but it illustrates a natural mistake we all make from time to time. It’s the mistake many people make when reading the Christmas story in Luke’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Tags: Sign, Messiah, Christmas, Manger, Shepherds  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed