Sermons on A Christmas 1:

Jesus Is The One! Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 15, 2011

Jesus is the reason for our gathering on Christmas and every Sunday. He was, he is, and will be. 1- He is the one who was 2- He is the one who is 3- He is the one who can

INTRO.- ILL.- The story is told of two women who were enjoying an elaborate lunch in a downtown restaurant. When one asked the occasion for the luncheon, the other lady said, “We are celebrating the baby’s birthday.” “But where is the baby?” said the friend. “Oh,” said the mother, “you didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Moved Into The Neighbourhood

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 15, 2011

A very short talk given to a few hundred school children aged between 5 and 9 plus a lot of their parents, at the Buttsbury Schools Year 1 to 4 Christmas Carol concerts at Christ Church.

(Note to the reader - I will begin by showing a brief 1 minute video about why Christmas is special, with contributions from young children, in which they say that Jesus came to live with us because he loves everybody, because he wanted us to be good not bad, to fix the problems we were having, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Anglican

The Season Of Love And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Dec 17, 2025

You can see Christmas lights everywhere, but sometimes there is darkness in the heart. That is why the message of Christmas is not only about gifts, carols, and celebrations—it is about love and forgiveness.

THE SEASON OF LOVE AND FORGIVENESS Pastor Joel Bernardino – December 19, 2026 This Christmas Season promotes love, joy, and peace. But for many people, this is also a season of: • Unresolved conflicts • Broken relationships • Silent treatment • Deep hurts that were never healed You can see ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:10-11

The Power Of Thanksgiving (1 Of 2 In Series) Series

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Aug 3, 2008

Thanksgiving is a powerful thing, breaking Satan’s hold on our lives. Series preached leading up to Thanksgiving Day, but good for anytime.

15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Positive Power Of Encouragement - Part 1

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 11, 2009

Over the next two weeks we are going to talk about encouragement. Next week we will look in God’s Word to find some very specific ways we can encourage people. But tonight we are going to focus on the amazing power of your encouragement.

The Positive Power of Encouragement - Part 1 Acts 11:19-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 6, 2009 *Can you remember the last time someone encouraged you? -- Going out the door Sunday, a couple of people told me they love me. Now, that was encouraging! I know you love me, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Best Teacher: Hebrews 1

Contributed by David Cramer on Jul 27, 2020

A message of hope concerning being taught about life and how to live it the right way.

Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing For Christ

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2019

A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12.

A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12. Preaching Matthew 3:1 “In those days John the Baptist came to the Judean wilderness and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Have Faith (1)

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 2, 2011

Biblical faith is real, practical and experiential. Faith is dependency on God. Practical faith is (1) believing when you don’t see it, and (2) obeying when you don’t understand it.

Turn with me to Hebrews 11. Look through and you’ll see these words: BY FAITH… • We have here a list of men (and woman) in history that have exercised faith in God and saw the acts of God in their lives. • Biblical faith is not an emotion or a feeling. It is not abstract or intangible. It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent Pt. 5 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 22, 2012

Over the last four weeks we have taken an aerial view of the life and times of Jesus. Bethlehem, Nazareth, Cross, and Mount of Ascension (Mt. of Olives.) We know He’s coming back (We don’t know hour, day) We are not totally in the dark either. These t

Introduction: A Over the last four weeks we have taken an aerial view of the life and times of Jesus. 1 Bethlehem, Nazareth, Cross, and Mount of Ascension (Mt. of Olives.) a We know He’s coming back (We don’t know hour, day; Matt.24.36) b We are not totally in the dark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Light In The Darkness

Contributed by Danny Janes on Dec 10, 2012

Good sermon for first Sunday of Advent -- lighting of Prophet Candle. The theme of light vs. darkness is woven throughout the Bible. This is what the coming of the Light marked in our world.

A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS TEXT: Isaiah 9:2, John 8:12 There’s a fascinating recurring theme woven throughout the Bible. It’s the theme of light and darkness. We begin with darkness in only the second verse of the entire Bible. Genesis 1:2 says, “And the earth was without form, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Merry Christmax

Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 7, 2011

Surprise! Celebrating Christmas will not take you to heaven. Many Christians believe that celebrating Christmas is very important which would help them be on the good side with God and will take them to heaven. As Christians, we have to think about how t

Merry Christmax (Isaiah 9:6) Surprise! Celebrating Christmas will not take you to heaven. Many Christians believe that celebrating Christmas is very important which would help them be on the good side with God and will take you to heaven. We are living in times in which technology will help you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Waiting For The Messiah

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 27, 2010

Waiting is one of the hardest things we are called to do. And sometimes our expectations get skewed in the meantime.

Passage: Matthew 11:1-6 Intro: There are few things in the human experience as intense as waiting for something. 1. It seems like we spend our whole lives waiting to grow up, for our birthdays, our graduation, our marriage, our kids and our grandkids. 2. and of course, we wait in incredible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Greatest Gift - An Interactive Christmas Eve Service Outline Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 24, 2019

Interactive Nativity Set where individuals bring the figurines to the manager as the Christmas Story is read. Ending with song "What can I give HIM?" leading into an invitation to receive CHRIST.

2019.12.24.Christmas Eve Service. The GREATEST GIFT William Akehurst, HSWC INSTRUCTIONS: This service is done with giving pieces of the Nativity Set to individuals to present and bring to the Manager Scene and assemble together as the Christmas Story is read. The Nativity is set up in the front ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6, John 3:3, John 3:16-18, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reason The Angels Were Singin’

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 26, 2016

2,015 Years ago, Angels came singing to shepherds who were tending sheep between Jerusalem & Bethlehem. Why were they singing?

The Reason The Angels Were Singin’ (Christmas Message) Luke 2.10-14 December 20, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A The Pax Romana (Roman Peace) came in to effect 27 B.C. and lasted for nearly 200 (180 AD) years. 1 It’s been said that this period was the longest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Servicio Musical: Luces De Navidad.

Contributed by Luis Marquez on Jun 10, 2008

Muchas luces se encienden en estos días, hoy queremos destacar aquellas luces que se encendieron en Belén y que deben permanecer encendidas en nuestros corazones.

SERVICIO MUSICAL: LUCES DE NAVIDAD. Introducción: En una mesa o lugar destacado, se colocan 4 velas similares y apagadas. Al centro de ellas una vela mayor que representa la Luz de Cristo (vela final). Para los textos bíblicos se puede asignar “lectores” o hacerlo como coro hablado. Para el ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist