Sermons on Advent Candles:

All Dressed Up

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Jan 8, 2003

Unable to dress up our lives with a "righteousness" of our own, Jesus dresses us in "His" righteousness.

Christmas 2 B Isaiah 61:10-62:3 All Dressed Up 01/05/02 Yes, they’re still here – the manger, the advent candles, the decorations and the trees. Signs of Christmas, so hastily put up, in many cases so slow to be put away. For a couple of months now our homes, our businesses, our churches; yes, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Advent Day 3 & 4 Series

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 14, 2019

In the names of Christ we get a full picture of our God. In these last three, of Isaiah 9:6, we see the Joy & Peace That can only come from our God.

Sermon- Christmas Advent Day 3 & 4 - 2019 Day 3 &4 *Joy 5. He will be mighty God. * Peace 6. He will be Everlasting Father. 7. He will be Prince of Peace. - In celebration of Jesus’ birth we know He was both child & God. - He has all ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: A New Beginning And A Glimmer Of Hope

Contributed by Jebryan Reiter on Dec 3, 2016

Advent is a time where we can begin to remember that hope can be found in ANY circumstance. Let's not only be reminded of that, but be a part of spreading the light and hope of God in whatever circumstance we find ourselves in.

A New Beginning: And a Glimmer of Hope "A Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it..." (John 1:5) "But there will be no more gloom for her who was in anguish...He shall make it glorious...and the people who walk in darkness will see a great light; those who live in a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, John 9:1-2

Denomination: *other

As It Was In The Days Of Noah: For The First Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 1, 2017

The church needs to stop being distracted from its God-given mission by engaging in useless speculations

As it was in the Days of Noah Matthew 24:36-44 Even in today’s increasingly biblically illiterate world, the image of Noah and the Ark persists. For many it is cause for derision even as people of Noah’s day mocked him for building it. Just the thought of water covering the entire surface of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent And Christmas: A Key Message For The World

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 9, 2012

This very short talk makes use of a brilliant video made by Igniter Media, and focuses on the fact that the message of Jesus is a Key message for the whole world

Would you agree that Christmas is a time of year when a very important message to the world can easily get buried or missed? Would you agree we can get so excited about 1: Mince Pies 2: Mum’s Christmas Turkey 3: Marks and Spencer’s food 4: Mulled Wine and – most of all 5: My ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10

Denomination: Anglican

Celebrating Advent: From Worry To Worship Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 16, 2014

If you want to turn your worry into worship, then come to Jesus this Christmas, and then go tell the world what He has done for you.

A woman was doing her last-minute Christmas shopping at a crowded mall. She was tired of fighting the crowds. She was tired of standing in lines. She was tired of fighting her way down long aisles looking for a gift that had sold out days before. Her arms were full of bulky packages when an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Hopeful Preparation: Advent Week #2 Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 4, 2013

If we restrict or restrain the entry of God into our lives, we cannot help but limit the power of God’s grace.

A HOPEFUL PREPARATION SERMON #2 OF THE ADVENT SERIES “HOPE IS ON THE WAY” MATTHEW 3:1-12 & ISAIAH 11:1-10 Big Idea: If we restrict or restrain the entry of God into our lives, we cannot help but limit the power of God’s grace. ADVENT INTRO Advent is the season of waiting leading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Advent: God’s Big Society

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 12, 2010

An advent talk including reference to Narnia, Christmas.Forestry, Climate Change, Gardening, Legend if the Guardians and Take the High Road. The Big Society that the UK Prime Minister (David Cameron) talks about was God’s idea

Coming up this morning we’ve got climate change, forestry, gardening, the Warner Brothers Film ‘Legend of the Guardians’, reservoirs, Christmas, Narnia, Take the High Road, and the choirs of Jerusalem – all in the space of about 20 minutes, and all because they have been shouting out at me during ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Sermon For The 3rd Sunday In Advent

Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Dec 19, 2013

Be patient! The Lord is coming soon!

“Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.” Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. “Lord grant ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Advent 2015 - Week 3 - Mary

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 15, 2015

The events of Jesus' conception, birth, presentation at the temple, the shepherds and the Wisemen are all swirling around in Mary's head. What could they mean? Some seem contradictory. What does it mean that she treasured and pondered them in her heart?

Read Luke 2:8-20 and Luke 2:41-52 (from an actual Bible!) What do these two accounts have in common? Luke 2:19, 51b (LEB) “But Mary treasured up all these words, pondering them in her heart.” “And [Jesus’] mother treasured all these things in her heart.” To ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Nazarene

The Other Advent (The Return Of Christ)

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 15, 2016

It is important to know what the Bible says and doesn't say about Jesus' return. There are those who say He has already returned, others say He will never return and still others have what they believe is an exact timeline. Let's check the Bible!

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 NIV (Please look this up in your Bibles and follow along) (While they look up the Scripture ...) Is there anyone here who enjoys the Advent Season; when we anticipate the arrival of Jesus on earth? Well, if you do, you should be happy now because we have been in an advent ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Nazarene

"Advent I: A Time To Watch And Prepare”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 23, 2021

"Are you ready for Christmas? A crazy question when you haven’t even finished the Turkey and pumpkin pie. If dire warnings about a “supply chain” problem has caused worry, and fear, then why have the words of Jesus “Watch! Be Ready!” not caused the same concern?

In Jesus Holy Name November 28, 2021 Text: Luke 21:25-27 Advent I Redeemer “Advent: A Time to Watch and Prepare” Today, is the first Sunday in Advent. Here’s the question: "Are you ready for Christmas? I know it is probably a crazy question when you haven’t even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ Our Peace (Advent Sermon)

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 5, 2021

A sermon for Advent 2 - Peace

Advent 2 (Peace) Sermon - December 5, 2021 Luke 1:26-38, Is 40:3-5 The peace of Christ be with you. (And also with you). If that greeting was familiar to you you’ve either been in an Anglican worship service or elsewhere where this blessing has been pronounced. Though raised atheist I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fourth Sunday Of Advent C- The Visitation

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 14, 2021

Heart-based people look out at reality with soft eyes, so we can become encouragers of one another. It’s easy to be critical or withdrawn. It’s not so easy to offer encouragement in healthy ways.

Elizabeth and Mary teach us a few things today in our Gospel- 1.Mary’s Service- Luis Angel is a professional cleaner. A new client texted him the address and said the key was under the mat. Luis Angel arrived, found the key, and got to work. After three hours of mopping and scrubbing, he was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Catholic

Easter Advent 2 - A Day Of Hope

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Mar 30, 2020

In the midst of the pandemic, In the midst of Jesus being crucified, where do you find Hope?

Sermon- Easter Advent 2 - 2020 - Hope - How often do we step back & look at how great our God is? - In looking at second day of Advent for Easter, this day stands for Hope. - As Jesus was going to the moment He was going to be Flogged By Rome, then crucified, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18, Psalm 62:1-8

Denomination: Baptist