Sermons about Advent Of Christ

God's Hope In Troubled Times

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 12, 2006

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Through the birth of the Christ child and the visitation of the angels to the shepherds we see a God who cares and comes to us at our worst times to deliver us.

When we read the Christmas story of the birth of Christ I think we have a tendency to gloss over and glamorize what really happened. We sing our Christmas songs and envision this postcard picture of Jesus in a pristine creche as he lies in a manger on a bed of hay or straw. It’s beautiful, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Three Men And A Baby Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 19, 2003

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THe Magi came from the East seeking the one born King of the Jews. We can learn from them how to be Wise men and women for Christ

Three Men and a Baby Text: Matthew 2:1-12 1st Illustration: What if Christ had not come? A striking Christmas card was once published with the title “What if Christ had not come?” It was founded on Jesus’ words “If I had not come.” (John 15:22) It has a pastor falling asleep dreaming of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

People Around The Crib Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 28, 2007

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This sermon looks at the charecters around the nativity play and how each of them responded to the Good News. It encourages us to self evaluate our responses to Christ

People Around the Crib This is the Christmas Season and the most familiar scene in any Christian gathering or Christian celebrations is the Nativity Scene. Those of us who have seen many Christmas seasons will well remember the nativity players very well. Today, let us take a look at some of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Such A Little Town"

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 12, 2011

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One person, changed by a relationship with Jesus Christ, who acknowledges the Messiah as his/her Shepherd, Can change his/her world that they live in.

“Such a little town” Date: December 11, 2011 Scripture: Micah 5:1-5 from the series Christmas B.C. Introduction It is quite common, particularly in the United States, to be driving along on a major highway and see a giant billboard that reads, 'Jesus Is The Answer'.  And we ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Sunday In Advent: The Prophecy Candle Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 7, 2022

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There were many prophecies about Jesus. This message covers a few of them. There's an illustration at the end that has spoken to me for many years.

(Based on and edited from a message preached at FBC Chamois, MO on 12-04-2022. This is not an exact transcription) Introduction: Last week we lit the Hope candle and this week, we have two. In addition to the hope candle, this week is the prophecy candle, following one of the patterns I found on ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:24-27, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 7:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Word As Person Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 22, 2011

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What God gives is His word as person. "The Word became flesh and moved into my neighborhood."

Sunday, December 21, 2008 The Word as Person Text: John: 1: 14-15 Eugene H. Peterson in The Message: The Bible in Contemporary Language translates our text in this manner: “The Word became flesh and blood, and moved into the neighborhood. We saw the glory with our own eyes, the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

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To offer the hope of Christ to people during the holidays.

Bishop Kenneth Shamblin told a story about a Christmas experience he had with his five year old son Ken Jr. More than anything else Junior wanted a red toy truck for Christmas. It seemed that is all he talked about. Whenever he saw a picture of it in the ads he pointed to it. Whenever they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Methodist

First In Everything! (A Christmas Sermon)

Contributed by David Mende on Dec 1, 2018

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Christ deserves the first place in all things: in our lives, in our families, in our time, in our conversations, in our studies, in our mission and ministry, in our jobs and businesses, in our decisions, and in everything! I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. We live in a pluralistic society and thus presenting the uniqueness of Christ is a great challenge. Some see Jesus as a great teacher. Some see Him as a prophet. Others perceive Him as a great ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas According To Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 19, 2013

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Exploring the birth of Christ--what it means to us today.

“When Christ came into the world, he said, ‘Sacrifices and offerings you have not desired, but a body have you prepared for me; in burnt offerings and sin offerings you have taken no pleasure. Then I said, “Behold, I have come to do your will, O God, as it is written of me ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Strange Way To Save The World

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 29, 2005

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In contrast to what we would do, God didn’t send a superhero to save the world, he sent His Son, the humble, gentle, loving Christ.

A Strange Way to Save the World Scripture: I Corinthians 1:27-31 Theme: God’s ways are not our ways. He chose to save the world in a way that would bring glory to himself and not to us. Seed: Song “A Strange Way to Save the World” Purpose: To help people understand that God’s view of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000

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Are we ready mentally and spiritually to celebrate Messiah’s arrival?

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas) (Luke 1:39-40) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/ready4jc.html] Luke 1:39-40 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent: God’s Big Society

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 12, 2010

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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

Advent: A New Beginning And A Glimmer Of Hope

Contributed by Jebryan Reiter on Dec 3, 2016

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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

Advent 2015 - Week 3 - Mary

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 15, 2015

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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

Advent4c- Mary And Elizabeth Series

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 8, 2018

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Mary and Elizabeth offer us some insights into the disciplines and practices of the interior life.

Our Gospel on this Fourth Sunday of Advent begins with: “Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste.” This reminds me of a sign I saw outside a church this morning, “Hurry in this Sunday to beat the Christmas rush.” Mary’s visit to Elizabeth recalls the importance of spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Catholic

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