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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

Compassion Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 24, 2015

A sermonette that ties in with OWSOMS, One week's salary on missionary service.

In The Salvation Army at this time of the year we are asked to respond to the work of the kingdom of God by giving sacrificially. Now this is a challenge, it started through one or two individuals giving of their time and resources so that others might be able to be fed and sheltered. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Salvation Army

What Did You Get For Christmas?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 9, 2025

What we got because of Christmas is amazing we received salvation, hope, peace, love, and all Gods promises.

Every Christmas morning, children rush to the tree with one question on their lips: “What did I get?” Their eyes sparkle as they tear open wrapping paper, eager to see what’s inside. But as believers, we ask a deeper question: “What did I get for Christmas?” Not from Santa, not from family—but from ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

God Never Gives Up So Let's Never Give Up.

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 23, 2025

God shares that Israel failed God, but God would never fail them.

Isaiah 55:1-9 Don’t Give Up God Never Gives Up on Us 1. Consider the commencement address from Winston Churchill • After enduring a lengthy introduction, Churchill is reported to have risen from his seat, went to the podium and stared fixedly at his audience of new graduates. "Never give ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9

From Doubt To Faith: The Journey Of Apostle Thomas SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Exploring the transformation of Apostle Thomas from a doubter to a faithful follower of the Lord.

When we think of the disciples of Jesus, certain words often come to mind. We remember Judas Iscariot, the betrayer, and Peter, who denied Christ three times but later became the rock on which the church was built. We also think of John, the beloved disciple. And then there's Thomas, commonly known ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Topics: Faith, Doubt, Apostle Thomas

Going Home Without Jesus

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 23, 2015

This holiday season brings joy, happiness, giving, and rejoicing to all family gatherings. This lesson describes the sadness of: "Going home without Jesus." It reveals God's blessings in a child's birth, a Son is given, and how Jesus saves His people from their sins.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Going Home with Jesus 2. Going Home without Jesus 3. Going Home with Jesus Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss: "Going home without Jesus." Before noticing our theme, we will consider that this couple would go home with (carrying) Jesus. Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-45, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gift Of Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 29, 2014

Luke presents this "Gift of Hope" in Christ through: 1) The Divine Messenger (Luke 1:26), 2) The Divine Choice (Luke 1:27), 3)The Divine Blessing (Luke 1:28–30), and 4) The Divine Child (Luke 1:31-33).

Through the Advent season, the celebration of Christmas is arguably the most widely celebrated of all the world’s holidays, involving more people and nations than any other. But at the same time, it is perhaps the most misunderstood of all the major holidays. Other holidays honor famous ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Other

The Gift Of Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 28, 2019

Luke presents this "Gift of Hope" in Christ through: 1) The Divine Messenger (Luke 1:26), 2) The Divine Choice (Luke 1:27), 3)The Divine Blessing (Luke 1:28–30), and 4) The Divine Child (Luke 1:31-33).

Luke 1:26-33 [26] In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, [27]to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin's name was Mary. [28] And he came to her and said, "Greetings, O favored one, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Other

The Treasury Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 10, 2025

The birth of Christ the Lord was so momentous that Mary would treasure up all that occurred throughout the remainder of her days.

“Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them. “And at the end of eight days, when he was circumcised, he was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Word From The Cross: Affection Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 18, 2001

The cross broadens the concept of family - the family of God.

THE THIRD WORD FROM THE CROSS - Affection "Jesus saw his mother and the disciple he loved standing there; so he said to his mother, "He is your son." Then he said to the disciple, "She is your mother." From that time the disciple took her to live in his home", (John 19: 26, 27 We have been ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Holiness

God's Message For Today

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 8, 2000

Repentance, revival, faithfulness etc.

GOD'S MESSAGE FOR TODAY © 1998 By Mark Beaird Text Hebrews 3:7-14 n Ronald Meredith, in his book Hurryin' Big for Little Reasons, describes one quite night in early spring: Suddenly out of the night came the sound of wild geese ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Partake Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A message on the Lord’s Supper.

Why We Partake in the Lord’s Supper 10-27-02 1 Corinthians 11:17-14 Sunday AM Intro: Little girl trying to find out why her mom cuts of the end of the ham – b/c her mom did it – little girl discovers from Nana the pan was too short. Note: Sometimes we do things for the wrong reason or out of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Outline Series

Contributed by Wayne Doyle on Jul 10, 2003

This is for young pastors conducting their first Funeral. Fill in the blanks. it will be well received by the family for a christian Man/Woman

Name of Deceased ________________________ A CELEBRATION Open with “Amazing Grace” Pre recorded CD, Cassette, or a live Solo. Today we come together to celebrate the life of ______________________. First and foremost _________ was a loving, caring, giving ………………… Wife…. Mother ….Daughter… ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stories Of Christmas: Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2004

Stories of Christmas

A. WHERE ELSE WOULD A KING BE BORN? LUKE 2:1-7 1. Why did Mary and Joseph go to Bethlehem? - Commanded by Caesar. “A decree went out from Caesar Augustus . . . so all went . . . everyone to his own city” (2:1, 3). - Predicted. “But you Bethlehem . . . out of you will come . . . the One to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

"This Is A Test, This Is Only A Test..."

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 21, 2005

Joseph did not yield to this temptation. If we could learn to have the “mind of Joseph,” (Which was the Mind of Christ) it would give us the right thinking so that we, too, could resist temptation...

Primary Text: (Gen 39:7 KJV) And it came to pass after these things, that his master’s wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me. (Gen 39:8 KJV) But he refused… : Title: "This is a test, this is only a test..." The Temptation… Day after day Potiphar’s wife tempted Joseph to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-21

Denomination: Baptist