Sermons on An Angel Of Light:

And The Impossible Became Possible

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on May 2, 2004

Taken from Chapt. 9 of "And the Angels Were Silent," Max Lucado -- God rejoices when we dare to dream and He equips us to fulfill those dreams in His service.

And the Impossible Became Possible Adapted from And the Angels Were Silent, Max Lucado—Chapter 9, Courage to Dream Again Scripture Ref: Isaiah 43:18-19 2 Timothy 4:7-8 2 Corinthians 5:17 Hebrews 2:14-15 Revelation 3:15-16 Matthew 11:28 Genesis 18:23-25 Job 19:25-27 Other Ref.: The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Why Didn't God Pull The Weeds? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2007

This 2nd parable of Christ’s tells of an enemy that sowed "weeds" in the field of the Son of Man. But in the parable Christ instructs his laborers (the angels) not to yank out the weeds? How come?

OPEN: I’m told there are only two vegetables that are “perennial” - they don’t have to be replanted to produce on their own- several growing seasons. All other vegetables must be replanted every year. Quiz: What are the only two vegetables that don’t have to be replanted? (Rhubarb/ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tongues Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 19, 2013

The spiritual gift of a private prayer language is the elephant in the room. Since the Pentecostal awakening at Azusa Street in Los Angeles, the rebirth of Pentecostalism in the church, and the return of tongues, people have reacted with heated arguments

Prayer Language & Scripture A The spiritual gift of a private prayer language is the elephant in the room. 1 Since the Pentecostal awakening at Azusa Street in Los Angeles, the rebirth of Pentecostalism in the church, and the return of tongues, people have reacted with heated arguments and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Long Way Home

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 24, 2011

Notice in both stories, as the shepherd, and then the woman made the right decision to search- the angels of God rejoice over ‘one’ lost sinner! Easter Sunday Morning- with 2 new decesions.

A Long Way Home Text: Luke 15:1-3 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, “This Man receives sinners and eats with them.” 3 So He spoke this parable to them, saying: When going on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Responding To God’s Leadership

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 27, 2014

There are five human traits that can be seen in the interaction between the angel and Mary. They will help us understand what it means to respond to God’s leadership; they are listening, learning, questioning, submitting and affirming.

12-16-04 Title: Responding to God’s Leadership Text: “And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.” (Luke 1:38) Bible Reading: Luke 1:26-38, 41-45 Our message is found in the first chapter of Luke. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Want To Get Well?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 23, 2009

Jesus meets a man who has his hopes of healing focused on a pool that is stirred by an angel. Thirty-eight long years of paralysis will finally end, but not as he expected. Who is this strange healer?

Do you want to get well? John 5:1-18 John 5:1 Some time later, Jesus went up to Jerusalem for a feast of the Jews. 2 Now there is in Jerusalem near the Sheep Gate a pool, which in Aramaic is called Bethesda and which is surrounded by five covered colonnades. 3 Here a great number of disabled ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Journey To Joy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 11, 2017

The angel announced a message of "great joy". But the world often confuses Joy with Happiness and ends up being disappointed. What brings us joy and what difference does that make in our lives?

OPEN: I love to sing Christmas Carols, so this morning we’re going to start out the sermon with “Joy to the World”. If you would, stand and sing it with me. 1. Joy to the world the Lord has come, let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare him room And heaven and nature sing, and heaven and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Communing With Christ In Silence Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 16, 2017

As we approach the creche tonight or tomorrow, as we contemplate the silence or angelic music surrounding the manger, let’s all ask Our Lord for a real hunger for silent communion with the Holy Trinity.

Vigil of Christmas 2017 extraordinary form We are called to belong to Jesus Christ. We are called to be saints. We are called to be like our mother, Mary, the just man, Joseph, and especially our Savior, our Messiah, our Lord. In the short time I have today, I’d like to share some thoughts on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas Disguised Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story.

When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story. However, the Matthew account is different. He doesn't go into a lot of details. Listen to how he describes this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Attitudes Of Righteous Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 6, 2022

We will learn three important life principles of through Joseph and Mary: Joseph had a Misunderstanding about Mary, then he had the Mystical Understanding from an angel, and finally they had the Mutual Understanding.

Theme: Attitudes of the Righteous Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: This month let us think about the FAVOR OF GOD based on (Luke 1:28). Today, We will think about the attitudes of the Righteous during crises and issues. Attitude is a feeling or opinion about something or someone, or a way of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Mary's Visit And Elizabeth's Praise Series

Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Dec 1, 2025

Mary heard amazing words from the angel Gabriel that she would give birth to the Son of the Most High God through the power of the Holy Spirit and that she should name him Jesus.

Introduction Mary heard amazing words from the angel Gabriel that she would give birth to the Son of the Most High God through the power of the Holy Spirit and that she should name him Jesus. And as proof, Mary's relative Elizabeth, who was known to be barren, also conceived a son in her old ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter Morning

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 15, 2014

Seismic activity; angelic visitation; dead men living; living men "as dead men". Fear not: Jesus is risen from the dead! Do not be afraid: He is risen indeed!

EASTER MORNING. Matthew 28:1-10. We noted on Palm Sunday that there was an ongoing spiritual shakedown taking place in Jerusalem, signified by the whole city (meaning the people in it) being ‘moved’ by the events of Palm Sunday (Matthew 21:10). It was also seen straight afterwards in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christmas Story - Part 1 - Days 1-6 Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 5, 2020

This series gives a thought for each day taking us through the events of the birth and early life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Part 1 includes Days 1-6.

DAY ONE Before the angel Gabriel talked to Mary, Gabriel visited Zacharias the priest. Gabriel told Zacharias that his elderly, barren wife Elisabeth would have a son. Gabriel said, “And you will name him John.” (vs 13) We know him as John the Baptist. Gabriel told Zacharias several things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:39, Luke 1:40-45, Luke 1:67-80  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Daily News: The Shepherds Special Report #5 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 22, 2019

What does it really mean that Jesus was born? That everything has changed.

We gather to celebrate the culmination of our four week trek. A season in the Christian year we’ve traditionally called Advent. This year we decided to step back in time to period when America was a in a transition from being a nation at war with one another, to a country looking for its soul. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going From Fame To Defeat To Celebrating The Victory

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Nov 5, 2023

This message is centered upon what to do when running the Christian race emphasizing the need to focus on overcoming obstacles by seeking guidance from God rather than allowing our problems to cloud our perception of Him.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Kings 19: 1-8) "And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword." (2) "Then Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8, James 5:17-18, Job 11:13-18, Psalm 121:1-2, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 1 Kings 19:8-10, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal