Sermons on A Advent 4:

A Spirit To Engage Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 10, 2000

Discover a new passion for Christmas and overcome Christmas anxiety.

Series: Discover Christ in Christmas A Spirit to Engage Matthew 2:3-8, 16 December 10, 2000 Introduction I. The Story of the Grinch: One of my favorite holiday shows is the cartoon classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The story revolves around an old, crusty, nasty, absolutely rotten ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:3-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Sound And Blameless

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 9, 2005

How should Christians live in preparation for the coming of the Christ?

Sound and Blameless – 1 Thessalonians 5: 16 - 28 Intro: It has been particularly difficult getting ready for the Christmas holidays this year. Usually, I have the Christmas trees up by the week after Thanksgiving. That didn’t work this year because we were having new carpet installed. --- So ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Unspeakable Gift Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Dec 19, 2005

Sermon to make us understand better why Jesus is God’s unspeakable gift to mankind.

Theme: The Unspeakable Gift Text: Matthew 1:21-23 Intro. A. Greetings B. Praise God for this privilege we have this morning to celebrate the birth of our Savior and Lord as a group and a family. Though, by principle of Christian living, everyday is a celebration for the Presence of Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Child Is This? (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 4, 2007

God became a man so that He could die for our sins.

John’s Gospel has been called the Gospel of Decision. In its pages we are urged to believe the truth about Jesus Christ. “I am a historian, I am not a believer, but I must confess as a historian that this penniless preacher from Nazareth is irrevocably the very center of history. Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Along The Way: An Urgent Warning Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 5, 2007

John the Baptist was not out in the wilderness pursuing fame or fortune. He was calling for repentance, a change in life style. Repentance is an about face from sinful behavior to a life that imitates Jesus, that produces "fruit". (Gal. 5) Sadducees and

In Jesus Holy Name December 9, 2007 Text: Matthew 3:1-12 Advent II - Redeemer “Signs Along The Way: An Urgent Warning” The Advent season places our feet on a journey to the manger in Bethlehem where God the Creator invaded our humanity. John Gugel, in his Advent devotional “Signs Along ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Deceptive Gift Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 12, 2007

This is a seeker friendly Christmas sermon which looks at the gifts of the Wise men which unwrap the Christ child.

The gift can look deceptive… As a farewell present to thank you for your company with us this evening, I have a gift here for you to share, at first glance the gift won’t look much, as its wrapped up in news paper But as you take the trouble to unwrap it find a beautiful box of Terry’s all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Charlie Brown: What Christmas Means Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 29, 2007

What Christmas Means from Charlie Brown

Charlie Brown-- What Christmas Means The first of nearly 50 Peanuts television movies, A Charlie Brown Christmas is the longest-running cartoon special in history, airing every year since its debut in 1965. Whimsical, melancholy, and ultimately full of wonder, it is a holiday favorite for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God With Us!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 13, 2006

Christmas Time Sermon.

Emmanuel - God With Us - Isaiah 7:1-14 - Matthew 1:18-23 It was to the wicked King Ahaz, who had built his hope of deliverance upon the covenant with the King of Assyria, that the prophet spoke this word of the Lord. Ahaz was the thirteenth king of Judah of the line of David (742-725 B.C.). In ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:7-14

"Living Without Fear In 'in-Between' Times Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 21, 2007

What can we do when things we have prayed for hasn’t happened yet? How can we have a sense of peace knowing that God’s love in the between times of our life when we can’t see anything happening.

December 23, 2007 Living Without Fear in ‘In-Between’ Times Micah 5:2-5 Luke 1:26-38 INTRODUCTION: This week is the last Sunday of Advent. We are nearing Christmas with last minute shopping, wrapping, thoughts of Christmas dinner, being with family and friends and other events, however, we are ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: Methodist

Regular People

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 11, 2002

God came for EVERYONE!

Regular People Now the scripture I read this morning may have sounded just a little different, some of the words may not be words you’re used to hearing. This particular passage was read from the King James version instead of our usual NRSV. The KJV has very pretty language ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is In A Name Series

Contributed by Chad Reister on Dec 17, 2002

the first in our advent series

What is in a Name? I have stated before that I was going to do a sermon series for the month of Thanksgiving and then for the month of Christmas and so today we begin the series for Christmas. In doing so we will explore and celebrate Advent. The word “advent” means coming. . Christians know and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Decorations For My Heart

Contributed by Jennifer Mathews on Dec 28, 2004

This sermon demonstrates the power of the Holy Spirit to liberate Christians from Satan’s lie that Christmas is merely a commercial holiday.

Decorations For My Heart By Rev. Jennifer Mathews This holy season has been one of great joy for me, because this year I got Christmas for Christmas! Perhaps you are wondering, "What does she mean, Christmas for Christmas?" You see, I have not truly celebrated Christian holidays ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does He Want From Me?

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Dec 6, 2005

God uses faithful people to achieve His purposes of redemption.

#2005-49 Title: What Does He Want From Me? Text: Luke 1:5-9, 11-17, 57-60 Truth: God uses faithful people to help achieve His purpose of redemption. Aim: To encourage availability to God for His purpose of redemption. Life ?: What does God want from Me? INTRODUCTION I suppose the most ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-60

Denomination: Baptist

How To Cheer Up! Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 30, 2007

How focusing on Christ cheers me up even in the midst of the mess of life.

"I have told you this, so that you might have peace in your hearts because of me. While you are in the world you will have to suffer. But CHEER UP! I have defeated the world! Jesus - John 16:33 (CEV) The topic today is “How to Cheer Up,” so I thought I would begin by reading some excerpts from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14, Hebrews 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

"Such A Little Town"

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 12, 2011

One person, changed by a relationship with Jesus Christ, who acknowledges the Messiah as his/her Shepherd, Can change his/her world that they live in.

“Such a little town” Date: December 11, 2011 Scripture: Micah 5:1-5 from the series Christmas B.C. Introduction It is quite common, particularly in the United States, to be driving along on a major highway and see a giant billboard that reads, 'Jesus Is The Answer'.  And we ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist