Sermons on Angelic Appearance:

Taking It To The Mat Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 23, 2015

How do we defeat Satan? It appears we do it by (as a Church) beating down the gates of Hell. But how exactly do that, and what is the objective in beating down those gates?

When Joe Louis was in his prime he fought "Two-Ton" Tony Galento. Louis was favored to win because 2 Ton Tony loved to fight… but he hated to train. At the first part of the fight, Galento threw his Sunday punch and sent Louis sprawling to the mat. Louis was more surprised than hurt and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Christmas Story Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

Are y’all ready for some preachin’ today? Are you ready to hear what God’s word has to tell us? Today, we are starting a two-part series, with the intent of examining the birth of Christ, a little differently.

So, part one, will be looking at Jesus’ birth from perspective of Matthew and Luke’s gospels. Next week, John’s gospel. We’ll be unfolding 8 factors, as they tell the story: Uniqueness of each gospel Key points of each gospel Bio of the authors Their audience Key figures Intent of the authors ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:25, Luke 1:37

Subject: The Christmas Star

Contributed by Risen Roi Calumag on Jan 11, 2024

Introduction The purpose of the star was to authenticate and publicize the incarnation and to draw men to worship the celestial King. Varied speculations about the star’s appearance and searches for a mechanistic explanation violate the very purpose of the gospel narrative.

I. It Was a Guiding Star “The wise men said, “Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him” (2:2). These wise men, or Magi, would never have been able to find, see, and know the young King Jesus had it not been for the star. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

The Song Of Mary Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 18, 2021

As God’s servant, Mary sings songs and praises God with happiness, glorifying, and with one faith.

And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!” - Luke 1:28 Weddings are beautiful and exciting events with an abundance of anticipation. There is so much to do. The “who, what, where, how and why” questions all need to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Loves Us More Than Enough! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 3, 2022

Jesus loves us enough... 1. To warn us about the danger of sin (vs. 5-9). 2. To tell us about His heavenly home (vs. 10). 3. To show us God's love for lost people (vs. 11-14).

Jesus Loves Us More than Enough! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 18:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 3, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 18. In our last study, Jesus began by answering the disciples' question in vs. 1: "Who then is greatest in the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Advent And Hope In The Coming King Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 29, 2023

As we gather on this First Sunday of Advent, our hearts are tuned to the theme of hope. Today, let's explore the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ.

"Advent and Hope in the Coming King" As we gather on this First Sunday of Advent, our hearts are tuned to the theme of hope. Today, let's explore the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ. My sermon is titled "Advent and Hope in the Coming King." What is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Hebrews 13:16, Romans 15:13, Luke 2:10-11, Matthew 1:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Humble Virgin

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 19, 2017

What can we learn from a teenager? What can we learn from her faith? What can we learn from Mary the mother of Jesus?

Prelude What can we learn from a teenager? What can we learn from her faith? What can we learn from Mary the mother of Jesus? Purpose: Let’s learn about the simplicity of trust in God. Plan: Let’s look at Luke 1:26-38, the so-called Annunciation, the announcement to Mary of her pregnancy with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

To A Bunch Of Grungy Shepherds??????

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 18, 2019

the lowliest were the first to get the good news of Jesus' birth

Luke 2:8-20 We have been a little out of sequence telling the Nativity story, but this week we finish the story with the first people who were told about and saw the Christ Child. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of heavenly host praising God and saying: "Glory to God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, John 10:11

Denomination: Episcopal

The Star & The Wise Men

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 12, 2020

Not only did shepherds see a light on the night Jesus was born, but God made a star appear to men far away so people everywhere would know that His Son had been born.

THE STAR & THE WISE MEN Matt. 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION VIDEO: A. HUMOR 1. I came across a collection of letters that children wrote to Santa Claus. Some of them were pretty good. One said, "Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Promise Of His Coming Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 1, 2023

Today we will spend time with the prophet Jeremiah - the weeping prophet - as he reminds us that God is not through - even when the times appear to be dark. He writes in a bleak time for God’s people.

A Season of Promises The Promise of His Coming Jeremiah 33:6-18 Introduction This month we will be focused on the season - season of promises. Many faith families regard this time of year as Advent - a time to slow down and experience the season of expectation as we wait. Advent calls us to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:6-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Terror Free Sleep

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 18, 2018

Sleep is a big deal in the Bible!

The Psalms – The Language of Our Faith Psalm 91 – Terror Free Sleep April 15, 2018 Sleep is a big deal in the Bible!! Genesis 2 – Adam was put to sleep by God and it cost him a rib Judges 16 – Samson fell asleep and it cost him his hair ?? 1 Samuel 26 – Saul fell asleep and it cost him his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia - Fairy Tale Or Reality? Series

Contributed by Robert Marsh on Dec 1, 2005

Second in the Series - Asks listeners to believe the unbelievable - to have faith in the fantastic claims of Christmas.

Christmas in Narnia FAIRY TALE OR REALITY? Matthew 1:18-24 During these days leading to Christmas, the world’s attention has been drawn back to a classic children’s tale written in 1950 by CS Lewis – The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. As we mentioned last week, Lewis was one of the great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Be The Holy Name Of Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2024

The two texts look contradictory, but they are not, and that itself is part of the Good News.

Holy Name of Jesus 2025 Christian apologists are not people who are constantly making apologies, like some politicians. No, Christian apologia is defense of our faith. One of the recurring accusations made against the Christian Scriptures is that there are contradictions in the received texts. So, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23, Psalm 113:1-8, Philippians 2:5-11, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas Through The Eyes Of Mary & Joseph Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This topical sermon invites listeners to journey back to Bethlehem and explore what that first Christmas must have been like for Mary and Joseph. For added impact, I recommend beginning with the video: A Social Network Christmas.

Christmas through the Eyes of Mary & Joseph Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/18/2011 VIDEO: A Social Network Christmas (Joseph & Mary on Facebook) Last week Ashley, the kids and I went with Dusty, Kara, and Mylee Ribble on a journey to Bethlehem. Of course, we didn’t ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Worshipping The Lamb Who Was Slain Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009

“And the elders fell down and worshipped.” The eternal preoccupation of the saints in heaven will be worship. Angels in Heaven worship the Son of God day and night [REVELATION 4:6-8]; and as they worship, the redeemed of the ages will join them.

REVELATION 5:11-14 WORSHIPPING THE LAMB WHO WAS SLAIN “Then I looked, and I heard around the throne and the living creatures and the elders the voice of many angels, numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, saying with a loud voice, ‘Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist