Sermons on Advent 1c:

Hope Through Repentance Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 3, 2025

This is the 49th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#49] HOPE THROUGH REPENTANCE Luke 13:1-9 Introduction: Romans 15:13 This verse reminds us that in the midst of anticipation and waiting, we can find confidence and assurance in God's promises. Hope during Advent is a confident expectation of the coming of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Peace That Triumphs Over Fear Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 3, 2025

This is the 50th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#50] PEACE THAT TRIUMPHS OVER FEAR Luke 13:10-17 Introduction: As we enter the season of Advent, we are reminded of the hope, anticipation, and longing for the coming of Christ- The Prince of Peace. In a world often filled with uncertainty and fear, the message of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of The Swaddling Cloths

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 3, 2025

The Angel's mention of "swaddling cloths" was understood by the shepherds as referring to their practice of wrapping up the Temple-bound passover lambs so that they wouldn't be blemished, & highlighted the birth of the Lamb of God.

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SWADDLING CLOTHS Luke 2:3-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. What do you call a dog who works for Santa? Santa Paws! 2. Why does Santa go down the chimney on Christmas Eve? Because it "soots" him! 3. What do you get if you cross Santa with a detective? Santa ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:3-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Is The Reason For The Season

Contributed by Mason Davis on Dec 4, 2025

What Christmas is really all about.

HE IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON By: C. Mason Davis Today’s Scripture Philippians 2:5-11 reads; “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5

Zechariah’s Song Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 5, 2025

Zechariah’s praise to God is relatable for us, because as Christians our hopes and dreams of what this life should be have also been radically changed by God

Zechariah’s Song Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Heaven and Nature Sing / Christmas / Luke 1:67–79 Zechariah’s praise to God is relatable for us, because as Christians our hopes and dreams of what this life should be have also been radically changed by God INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • Can you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Christmas Without Jesus”

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Dec 5, 2025

When we are invited to a birthday party, it is natural that all attention focuses on the person whose birthday it is.

“Christmas Without Jesus” By Rev. Saumiman Saud (Luke 2:8–14; John 21:25) When we are invited to a birthday party, it is natural that all attention focuses on the person whose birthday it is. The celebrant is greeted, given gifts, hugged, spoken to, photographed—everything centers on that person. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Did You Get For Christmas?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 9, 2025

What we got because of Christmas is amazing we received salvation, hope, peace, love, and all Gods promises.

Every Christmas morning, children rush to the tree with one question on their lips: “What did I get?” Their eyes sparkle as they tear open wrapping paper, eager to see what’s inside. But as believers, we ask a deeper question: “What did I get for Christmas?” Not from Santa, not from family—but from ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

Love

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 10, 2025

What is Christmas? A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Advent.

John 3:16-17 “Love” This might sound like a silly question, but let’s ask ourselves anyway… What is Christmas and when does it come? I know it’s in 4 days, but… …surely, it’s more than a date on a calendar. And it’s got to be more than Christmas trees and colored lights. Christmas can’t ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Is The Reason For The Season (December 2001)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 20, 2022

Christmas is more than just a holiday to celebrate the break we get from work or school. Christmas is a time to celebrate; a time to proclaim; a time to demonstrate.

JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON Text: Luke 2:4-7 People have always searched for the meaning of life in order to fill some void that they feel. Some try to fill that void with material things. Others try to fill that void by trying to gain power so as to prove their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: United Methodist

The Hope Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 16, 2022

This is an adaptation to the sermon pack on Sermon Central

Thanksgiving is over. We’ve had enough turkey over the last few days to last us until next Thanksgiving. Some of us endured the crowds shopping on Friday. Many of us have decorated our homes with Christmas decorations. We are here officially in the Christmas season. Now, realistically, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Heart Of Christmas Is Peace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 18, 2022

This is an adaptation to the sermon in the SC series pack, "The Heart of Christmas"

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Watch this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/169217 Last week we began Advent by studying the heart of Christmas as a season of hope. We see the faithfulness of God from his prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Brethren

God Doesn’t Answer Our Way Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 11, 2025

When we expect God to show up only in certain ways, we limit our ability to see how he is actually showing up.

Title: God Doesn’t Answer Our Way Intro: When we expect God to show up only in certain ways, we limit our ability to see how he is actually showing up. Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11 Reflection Dear Friends, There is a woman I will never forget. She spent years serving the Lord with joy in her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Other

Dios No Responde A Nuestro Modo Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 11, 2025

Cuando esperamos que Dios se manifieste sólo de ciertas maneras, limitamos nuestra capacidad de ver cómo se manifiesta realmente.

Título: Dios no responde a nuestro modo Introducción: Cuando esperamos que Dios se manifieste sólo de ciertas maneras, limitamos nuestra capacidad de ver cómo se manifiesta realmente. Escritura: Mateo 11:2-11 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hay una mujer que nunca ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Other

Hindi Sumasagot Ang Diyos Sa Ating Paraan Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 11, 2025

Kapag inaasahan nating magpapakita lamang ang Diyos sa ilang mga paraan, nililimitahan natin ang ating kakayahang makita kung paano siya aktwal na nagpapakita.

Pamagat: Hindi Sumasagot ang Diyos sa Ating Paraan Intro: Kapag inaasahan nating magpapakita lamang ang Diyos sa ilang mga paraan, nililimitahan natin ang ating kakayahang makita kung paano siya aktwal na nagpapakita. Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 11:2-11 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, May ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Other

Christmas Uncluttered "Uncluttered Love: Making Room For What Matters Most” Series

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Dec 11, 2025

To help the church rediscover the simple, uncluttered love of God revealed in Christ and respond by loving others intentionally.

December gets messy, yeah? People say Christmas is the “season of love,” but sometimes it feels like the season of short tempers, long lines, and people losing their salvation in the Target parking lot. But here’s the real truth: Christmas is about love — but the uncluttered kind. Not the Hallmark, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 1 John 4:7-12, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Other