Sermons on Advent 1b:

A Savior Was Promised

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Dec 12, 2020

The celebration of Christmas for the believer is a wonderful and joyous time. Today, I will show that the plan of Salvation has been from the beginning.

A SAVIOR WAS PROMISED An Advent Sermon Lakeview Baptist Church Dec 13, 2020 Isaiah 9:1-7 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 latter time he has made glorious the way of the sea, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, 1 Peter 1:19-21, Ephesians 3:9-11, Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Batteries Not Included #3 Joy Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 14, 2020

Joy is fruit of the Spirit creating the realistic Pollyanna Christian response - everything is going to be alright because Jesus has come and will return.

Two weeks ago, we began a new series entitled: Batteries Not Included. There is nothing more frustrating than wanting play with your new toys and finding out the package had this hidden line - batteries not included. 2020 seems to be a gift without batteries. How do find hope, peace, joy and love ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Prophet Said Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 15, 2020

Based on Isaiah 9:2-7 - Sermon focuses on Isaiah's prophecy about the coming Messiah.

“WHAT THE PROPHET SAID” Isaiah 9:2-7 FBCF – 12/6/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Michael Nanney last week – “Just trying to figure out what to do.” That statement sums up 2020. We’re all just trying to figure out what to do. But one thing we are going to do, & always do, is worship Jesus Christ, our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Pandemic Christmas And New Possibilities

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 18, 2020

A Christmas Reflection.

The Pandemic Christmas and New Possibilities Scripture: John 1:1-14, Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, On this Christmas Day, we have a text from the Gospel according to Saint John (John 1:1-14) for our reflection: “In the beginning was the Word, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14

Denomination: Other

La Navidad Pandémica Y Nuevas Posibilidades

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 19, 2020

Una reflexión navideña.

La Navidad pandémica y nuevas posibilidades Sagrada Escritura: Juan 1:1-14, Lucas 2:15-20, Lucas 1:1-14. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, En este Día de Navidad, tenemos un texto del Evangelio de acuerdo a San Juan (Juan 1: 1-14) para nuestra reflexión: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14

Denomination: Other

Ang Pandemikong Pasko At Mga Bagong Posibilidad

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 19, 2020

Isang Pagninilay ng Pasko.

Ang Pandemikong Pasko at Mga Bagong Posibilidad Banal na kasulatan: Juan 1:1-14, Lucas 2:15-20, Lucas 1:1-14. Pagninilay Minamahal na mga kapatid na babae, Sa Araw ng Pasko na ito, mayroon kaming teksto mula sa Ebanghelyo ayon kay Saint John (Juan 1: 1-14) para sa aming ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14

Denomination: Other

Ang Pasko Tungkol Sa Pagtanggap Ng Mga Bagay Na Hindi Namin Gusto

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 19, 2020

Tinatawag tayo ng Diyos na tanggapin ang mga tao at mga sitwasyong hindi natin gusto dahil ang Diyos ay may ginagawa sa ating buhay na higit na malaki kaysa sa alinman sa atin. Kailangang tanggapin nina Maria at Jose ang bawat isa upang mapanatili ang kwento ng Pasko.

Ang Pasko Tungkol Sa Pagtanggap ng Mga Bagay na Hindi Namin Gusto 12/20/2020 Mateo 1: 18-25 Colosas 3: 12-17 Ang 2020 ay naging isang taon para sa amin. Ilan sa inyo ang kailangang tanggapin ang ilang mga bagay na hindi mo gusto, na sapilitang ipinadala sa iyo sa taong ito? Ang ilan sa atin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas: God… Is… Now… Here!

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 19, 2020

We can greet each other—instead of with “Merry Christmas,” we could shout instead, “God chose flesh,” “God became one of us!”

The Christmas story confirms one pattern of God—He shows up in unexpected places. Maybe you have heard that popular story about an atheist who had a big poster hanging on the wall in his living room, which said: “God is nowhere.” One day, while he was reading the newspaper, his little daughter, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas According To Matthew (Part1) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 20, 2020

Because God is with us, we don't have to live in fear, we are understood at the deepest level, and we can have our sins forgiven.

Immanuel - God with Us Matthew 1:18-25 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-20-2020 Losing Baby Jesus Churches that have a nativity has been finding that it is hard to keep up with baby Jesus. Several churches had their baby Jesus stolen last year. This year, they plan to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Leap Of Faith

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 21, 2020

When Gabriel announced God's plan to Mary, she stood at the crossroads of Fear and Faith. Mary's response is a witness of her faith that in God all things are possible

December 20, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 1:26-38 Mary’s Leap of Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. It was just about 9 months ago that our lives changed with COVID-19. Our last Sunday for gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

How These 8 Things Will Change The Way You Approach Christmas

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Dec 21, 2020

As Christmas nears, I find myself wondering what it must have been like to be Joseph (Jesus' stepfather). Understanding this is nothing short of the greatest wisdom available for men. How These 8 Things Will Change The Way You Approach Christmas!

As Christmas nears, I find myself wondering what it must have been like to be Joseph (Jesus' stepfather). Understanding this is nothing short of the greatest wisdom available for men. How These 8 Things Will Change The Way You Approach Christmas! There are lots of books and bible teachings ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Message

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 23, 2020

Christmas Message

Christmas Message Scripture: Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14. My dear sisters and brothers, I would like to share my Christmas message that surrounds with Christ’s birth. It has two purposes: 1. Celebrating Ordinary, & 2. Sharing Our Life. 1. Celebrating Ordinary: Look ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14

Denomination: Other

Mensaje De Navidad

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 23, 2020

Mensaje de Navidad

Mensaje de Navidad Sagrada Escritura: Lucas 2:15-20 , Lucas 1:1-14. Mis queridos hermanos y hermanas, Me gustaría compartir mi mensaje navideño que rodea a Cristo 's nacimiento. Tiene dos propósitos: 1. Celebrando lo ordinario y 2. Compartiendo nuestra ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20, Luke 1:1-14

Denomination: Other

Mensahe Ng Pasko

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 23, 2020

Mensahe ng Pasko

Mensahe ng Pasko Banal na kasulatan: Lucas 2:15-20 , Lucas 1:1-14. Mahal kong mga kapatid na babae, Nais kong ibahagi ang aking mensahe sa Pasko na pumapaligid kay Christ 's kapanganakan. Mayroon itong dalawang layunin: 1. Pagdiriwang ng Ordinaryo, & 2. Pagbabahagi ng ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-14, Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: Other

Mary The Virgin Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 25, 2020

The Role of Mary in Christmas and her importance are notable. Mary pictured as a Humble Girl, She had hunger and thirst for God, hence she was honored to be the Mother of Jesus.

Luke 1:46-55 Introduction: The First Chapter in the Gospel of Luke highlights and brings into the limelight of two godly women. They are Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptist, and Mary, the mother of Messiah. Both of them were great and godly women and had no social or economic standing. Few ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Methodist