Sermons on 1st Sunday In Advent:

Title: The Power Of Jesus's Christmas Story: Reflecting On Hope, Love, And Redemption

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 11, 2023

Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has incredible significance, touching hearts and transforming lives. The power of Jesus's Christmas story can be seen through its profound themes of hope, love, and redemption.

Introduction: The Christmas season is a time of joy and celebration, but amidst the glittering lights and festive cheer lies a profound story of power and meaning—the story of Jesus's birth. Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Is The Price Of Peace Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 13, 2023

Life isn’t always peaceful. Life can be a combination of pandemonium, confusion, bedlam, anarchy, and complete turmoil.

Jesus is the Prince of Peace Isaiah 9:6-7a NIV For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace, 7 Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Roads

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Dec 16, 2023

A sermon leading up to Christmas about the two roads that jesus took. One to Bethlehem and one to Jerusalem.

Two Roads Luke 2:1-7 12/17/23 a.m. The Great poet Robert Frost wrote one of his most famous poems in 1915. It’s called, “The Road not Taken”. “Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Chosen Parents

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2023

Joseph

GOD’S CHOSEN PARENTS (MATTHEW 1:18-25) The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) has kept track for many years of the cost of raising a child through its survey of over 15,000 families on the cost of a child’s housing, food, transportation, clothing, health care, child care, education and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Wise Men

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Dec 30, 2023

These men came in search of the Christ Child .

The Wise Men (Matthew 2:1-12) 2:1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, 2 “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” 3 When ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

A Savior Is Born

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Dec 30, 2022

How should we respond to Christmas? The many responses by those in the Christmas story helps us to know Christmas can change our lives as well.

“A SAVIOR IS BORN” LUKE 2:4-7 Earlier, I read from Luke’s account of the birth of Jesus; but, there is more to tell. Allow me to give a brief overview of the Christmas story. Joseph and Mary were a betrothed peasant couple living in the small town of Nazareth. Their lives were interrupted with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story: God’s Gift To You

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Nov 25, 2024

I'm preparing a simple sermon about the christmas story in a way that unchurched attending our event will understand and be challenged

Introduction:* Christmas is a time of lights, gifts, and celebration. But have you ever stopped to wonder why? What’s the real reason behind Christmas? It’s more than just a story—it’s a message of hope and love. And whether you’ve been to church or not, this story has something for you. The ...read more

Inexpressible Joy

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 1, 2024

This kind of joy is not rooted in the absence of struggle or challenges but springs from a deeper place—a place anchored in God's promises. Today, we will explore this profound joy, its foundation, its vast greatness, and how it can be truly ours.

1 Peter 1:6-9 Introduction A Kid Anticipating Christmas Use the excitement of a child counting down to Christmas morning. The child’s joy isn’t just about the day arriving; it’s about the hope and anticipation of what the day will bring. Similarly, our joy in Christ is grounded in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

May Your Word Be Fulfilled In Me

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 3, 2024

A sermon about saying "Yes" to God.

“May Your Word Be Fulfilled in Me” Luke 1:26-38 It sometimes seems like Mary has been turned into an inkblot test. What do I mean by that? An inkblot test is based on the idea that the subject's mind will impose meaning on the image of the inkblot, and that what they say about the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Hope, Life’s Anchor

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 3, 2024

Advent is a season of preparation and anticipation, marking the four weeks leading up to Christmas. The word "Advent" comes from the Latin adventus, meaning "coming" or "arrival."

Title: Hope, Life’s Anchor Text: Isaiah 9:6-7 "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Suddenly: A Message Of Hope

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

Advent reminds us of two realities: the joy of Christ’s first coming and the anticipation of His second. Both are deeply tied to the theme of suddenly.

Suddenly: A Message of Hope December 1, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 2:8-14 Today, as we begin Advent, our focus is on hope—the hope that came suddenly on that first Christmas night and the hope we continue to carry as we await Christ’s return. Advent reminds us of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Brethren

The Prince Of Peace: God’s Plan To Bring Peace To The World

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

Today, we look at Christ’s role as the Prince of Peace, and consider the peace He has already brought, as well as the peace that is yet to come. Notice that as with all prophecy fulfillment to come, it centers around the restoration of Israel.

The Prince of Peace: God’s Plan to Bring Peace to the World December 8, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Isaiah 9:1-6 1 But there will be no gloom for her who was in anguish. In the former time he brought into contempt the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

Christmas Test

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 4, 2024

Some questions about Christmas and answers.

CHRISTMAS TEST: By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com YouTube: Wade Hughes 1 WHO WERE THE FIRST VISITORS TO COME TO SEE BABY JESUS? 2. WHAT COLOR ARE THE BERRYS ON THE HOLLY BUSH AND WHAT DO THEY REPRESENT? 3. WHAT MADE FROSTY THE SNOW MAN COME TO LIFE? 4. What do people get if ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Luke 2:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Anchor Of Perfect Peace

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 6, 2024

"True Advent peace is found not in the quiet of the season, but in the assurance that Christ, the Prince of Peace, has come to reconcile us to God. Rest in Him, for His peace surpasses all understanding and fills the soul with eternal calm." — Charles Spurgeon

Title: The Anchor of Perfect Peace Text: Isaiah 26:3-4 “The steadfast of mind You will keep in perfect peace, Because he trusts in You. Trust in the LORD forever, For in GOD the LORD, we have an everlasting Rock.” Introduction: "True Advent peace is found not in the quiet of the season, but in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From The Movie "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas”

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 8, 2024

Is Christmas about decorations and gifts or about the love of God through Jesus Christ?

Lessons from the movie “The Grinch who stole Christmas” Luke 2:1-20 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 2:1 Now in those days a decree went out from aCaesar Augustus, that a census be taken of ball 1the inhabited earth. 2 1This was the first census taken while 2Quirinius was governor of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist