Sermons on Advent 3:

Advent And Hope

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Nov 26, 2018

How the coming of the Christ Child brings hope to the World.

There are four stages to life: a) When one believes in Santa Claus. b) When one doesn’t believe in Santa Claus. c) When one plays Santa Claus and finally, d) When one looks like Santa Claus We chuckle but there is enough truth to this to temper our humour. Some day most of us are going to look ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Anglican

Advent - The Pilgrimage Series

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Nov 19, 2024

the time between Expectation and Realization... the Pilgrimage of Advent.

Advent - the Pilgrimage Advent points us to a renewed hope of the Lord’s Return! The season, which is named ‘the coming’ causes us to celebrate that Jesus came first to be our Redeemer, and He will come again, to be our King! Today I want to talk about the time between Expectation and ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advent - The Realization Series

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Nov 19, 2024

Adjusting our expectations to meet God's desires

Advent - The Realization Christmas is the happiest time of year, right? During the coming week, most of us will join with family and friends in celebration. We will have time off from school and work. But, experts tell us that December is when there is the highest incidence of depression. One ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advent Of Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores the profound, active, and redeeming love of God as manifested in His actions, the birth of Jesus, and the mystery of incarnation.

Good morning, beloved family of God! I greet you with the joy and peace that comes from our Father above, who loves us with an unfathomable, unending love. It is this divine love that we are gathered here to marvel at, to thank God for, and to learn more about. To quote the great Christian ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9

Topics: Love Of God, Baby

Micah's Shepherd King Wk 3 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on Dec 13, 2008

In this third week of Advent we continue to "Major on the Minors" as Pastor Terry looks at the Prophecy of Micah of the one who would come to deliver Israel from captivity and how that same One has come to deliver you and I.

Again on this third week of Advent we are “majoring on the Minors” as we consider a prophetic word from the Book of Micah. The entire book that bears his name speaks of a redeemer who is unmatched in His compassion toward sinners and His desire to pardon. In one of the prophet’s visions he sees ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

3 Voices Of Isaiah 40

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Dec 4, 2003

There are many voices clammoring for our attention during the holidays. It is so loud that we might miss the important voices of Isaiah 40. 1. Repent & Prepare 2. "Cry Out" 3. "here is your God"

November 30, 2003 Title: 3 Voices of Isaiah 40 Text: Isaiah 40:1-9 Introduction 1. There are many voices clamoring for our attention this holiday season! I have already been receiving many donation requests in the mail Many that I’m sure are important and legitimate. different ministries and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Advent Spiritual Joy, Even Ecstasy: Gaudete Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 12, 2017

St. Augustine used a famous expression--the "joy of truth," gaudium de veritate. 

Advent 3B A professor was asked by one of his students, “What is the meaning of life?" The usual laughter followed, but the professor said "I will answer your question." Taking his wallet out of his hip pocket, he fished around in a leather wallet and brought out a very small round mirror, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Catholic

Being The Best At What We Do.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 10, 2000

Year C. 3rd Sunday of Advent

Year C. 3rd Sunday of Advent Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Advent Call: Love Through Preparation Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 4, 2025

John the Baptist’s message to prepare for the arrival of Christ is put in three ways to first 1) Prepare (Mark 1:1-3), 2) Purify (Mark 1:4-5), and finally to 3) Proclaim (Mark 1:6-8).

Mark 1:1-8. [1:1] The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. [2] As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, "Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way, [3] the voice of one crying in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Other

The Hope Of Repentance Advent A #2 Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 8, 2016

This is a message about Repentance. John's Message of Repentance is a Message of Hope. It's a message of Hope because it reminds us that: 1. God is For Us 2. God wants to Work in Us 3. God wants to Work through Us

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12; Isaiah 11:1-10 and Psalm 72:1-7 Title: The Hope of Repentance John's Message of Repentance is a Message of Hope. It's a message of Hope because it reminds us that: 1. God is For Us 2. God wants to Work in Us 3. God wants to Work through Us Also - Advent #2 - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Four "M's” Of Christmas Part 3 - The Mandate

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 27, 2008

Last of this Christmas series, this one about non-believers imitating the shepherds by checking out the message of the angels, and believers imitating the shepherds by spreading the word about Jesus.

The Four “M’s” of Christmas Part 3 - The Mandate Luke 2:8-20 December 28, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction It’s now the Sunday after Christmas, and I had originally intended to give this message last week ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

The 3 'fear Nots' Of Christmas

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 8, 2023

Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds were all told by angels to "Fear Not." Many times our lives -- even around Christmas time -- involve fears. But God gave us Christmas to bring sweet peace & joy!

THE 3 FEAR NOTS OF CHRISTMAS Lk. 1:26-33 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. 'Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house; I searched for the tools to hand to my spouse. Instructions were studied and we were inspired, In hopes we could manage "Some Assembly Required." 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33, Matthew 1:18-24, Luke 2:8-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus, John, And Joy: Listening To The Right Prophet

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Dec 22, 2019

Sermon for Advent 3, year C. John the Baptist sent his disciples to Jesus wanting to know why Jesus allowed him to remain in jail. Jesus quoted the prophet Isaiah back to him, and said, "rejoice."

Preparing for 2020 John, Jesus, and Joy: Listening to the right prophet. I do not wear pink very often (unless I lose a bet, like today…). But, there is one service in the church year where the priest can wear pink vestments. Rose Sunday, or the Sunday of Joy… Today. I didn’t want to wear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-12, Isaiah 11:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

The Fourth Sunday In Advent: Love Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 23, 2022

We sometimes hear a lot about love during Advent and the Christmas season. May we never forget the incredible love God has for us. John 3 isn't usually a Christmas text but what Jesus said there is good for Christmas, too.

(Based on and edited from a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO on 12-18-22. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: There is no greater expression of love, anywhere, when we think about how Jesus left Heaven to come to this earth, to be born like us, live with us, die ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist