Sermons on Advent 1c:

4th Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 1, 2023

DECEMBER 24th, 2023.

2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16, Luke 1:46-55, Psalm 89:1-4, Psalm 89:19-26, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38 A). WHO WILL BUILD WHOSE HOUSE? 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16. 2 SAMUEL 7:1-4. There is a subtle difference between a good idea and God’s will. God’s purposes will never fail, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16, Luke 1:46-55, Psalm 89:1-4, Psalm 89:19-26, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope That Transforms: A Sermon For The First Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 27, 2023

We look at this season as one in which we hope. What do we hope for, and how does this effect the way we live?

The Hope that Transforms: A Sermon for the First Sunday in Advent 1 John 3:1-3 It’s Advent time again. The American celebration of Thanksgiving is past. Now all eyes turn upon celebrating Christmas. In fact, this is what many Christians make of Advent, if they have even heard of it. The reality is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent - Hope And Prophecy About The Coming Messiah Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 30, 2023

The profound hope found in the coming light of Christ. Christmas, the clue is in the name - it is meant to be a celebration of the coming of Christ.

Advent - Hope and Prophecy about the Coming Messiah As we gather in this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. In our journey tonight, we will delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ. Christmas, the clue is in the name - it is meant to be a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11, Isaiah 9:6, Micah 5:2, Hebrews 6:19, Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 53:3, Isaiah 53:4-5, Isaiah 53:7, Isaiah 53:9, Zechariah 9:9, Matthew 21:5, Matthew 26:15, Zechariah 11:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Rescue And Redeem December 3, 2023 Advent

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 1, 2023

In today's text, we see God’s chosen people and their hunger for salvation and how God is always in the picture. .

TO RESCUE AND REDEEM December 3, 2023 Text: Isaiah 64:1 - 9 Isaiah 64:1-9  Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains would tremble before you!  (2)  As when fire sets twigs ablaze and causes water to boil, come down to make your name known to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Advent Ii "Christmas Trees And Nativity Sets”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 6, 2023

Nativity scenes are on display in our homes and churches. Mark does not have time for the nativity story. He moves directly to Jesus, the Messiah. Quotes from CS Lewis on repentance.

In Jesus Holy Name December 10, 2023 Text: Mark 1:1 Advent II Redeemer “Christmas Trees and Nativity Sets” We know that Christmas is just around the corner. Christmas tree lots are packed with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1, Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Lutheran

1st Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 27, 2023

DECEMBER 3rd, 2023.

Isaiah 64:1-9, Psalm 80:1-7, Psalm 80:17-19, 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, Mark 13:24-37 A). OH THAT YOU WOULD REND THE HEAVENS! Isaiah 64:1-9. When we pray for the whole state of Christ’s church, as we must do given the Lord’s own example (John 17:9), we should encourage ourselves by recalling past ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Psalm 80:1-7, Psalm 80:17-19, 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, Mark 13:24-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing The Way: A Joyful Advent Journey"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 14, 2024

As we embark on the season of Advent, we find ourselves in a space of waiting and anticipation. Advent is not just about preparing for Christmas; it is a time of reflection, hope, and spiritual renewal.

Introduction: As we embark on the season of Advent, we find ourselves in a space of waiting and anticipation. Advent is not just about preparing for Christmas; it is a time of reflection, hope, and spiritual renewal. Today, we turn our attention to the Old Testament prophet Zephaniah, who gives ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Transformed By Truth: The Time Between Two Advents Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 14, 2024

We live between two monumental events: the first Advent, when Jesus came as a baby in Bethlehem, and the second Advent, when He will return as King of kings and Lord of lords. This period is not a passive waiting game; it is an active, purposeful, and hope-filled time.

Transformed by Truth: The Time Between Two Advents Introduction Today, we stand together in the blessed in-between time of history. We live between two monumental events: the first Advent, when Jesus came as a baby in Bethlehem, and the second Advent, when He will return as King of kings and Lord ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13, Hebrews 6:19, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, 2 Peter 3:11-12, Romans 12:1, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Changes Your Plans Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Dec 20, 2016

God interrupts. Plans change. We glorify God when we submit to His plans rather than ours.

Poet Laureate John Masefield wrote these lines in his famous poem The Everlasting Mercy (New York: Macmillan: 1912). . . “He who gives a child a treat makes joy-bells ring in Heaven's street, And he who gives a child a home builds palaces in Kingdom come, And she who gives a baby birth brings ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Other

Peace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 20, 2023

Explores the prophesied peace in Micah 5:1-5, its embodiment in Jesus Christ, and how believers can practice this peace in their lives.

Good morning, beloved of God. It's a joy to be here with you today, gathered together as a family of faith, united in our love for Christ and our shared pursuit of His wisdom. We are, each one of us, a part of a grand story, a narrative that began long ago and continues to unfold with each passing ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-5

Topics: Advent

Considerations Concerning The Christ Of Christmas

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 28, 2004

Though there is nothing wrong with giving and celebration, we as Christians need to remember that Christmas is about Christ, and about why He came into the world.

CONSIDERATIONS CONCERNING THE CHRIST OF CHRISTMAS Text: Luke 2: 1-16 Intro: Christmas, though it has been much corrupted and commercialized over the years, is still a somewhat pleasant time out at the end of the year. It’s a time when, even if only out of dutiful habit, people seem to focus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

No John, No Jesus

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 4, 2003

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent Series C A sermon about John the Baptist

2nd Sunday in Advent Luke 3:1-6 "No John, No Jesus" 3:1 ¶ In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea, and Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, and his brother Philip tetrarch of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Coming Promise Of Our Redeemer

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 25, 2010

The Believers hope as seen in the man Job as he looked forwrd to the coming advent and its two- fold principles.

The Believers hope as seen in the man Job The English poet Alexander Pope wrote, “Hope springs eternal in the human breast: Man never is, but always to be blest.” But where does man turn when hope dries up' The director of a medical clinic told of a terminally ill young man who came ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Following Christ To The Cross And Resurrection

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Nov 24, 2010

Where then can we turn when our possessions do not satisfy, our politicians fail us, our presents get old, and passions whither into pain? Where can we turn? We can turn only to the God of our salvation.

Intro They are nearly gone. The leaves, that is. Rich in the green of spring, they are even more stunning in autumn: gold, auburn, red as if on fire. Then follows the falling leaves and the blowing wind. Finally, only the muted-brown pallor of death remains. This death is followed by cold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

"Christmas Time Again"

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Nov 28, 2010

This is a study of the first chapter of Luke leading up to the birth of Jesus

Christmas Time Again Prepare the way, Emmanuel is coming, prepare the way, Emmanuel is coming, oh prepare the way, Emmanuel is coming, will we be ready to meet our Lord and King? This is the question people have asked over the centuries. Will we be ready? Is Jesus Christ really coming back? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-80

Denomination: Christian Church