Sermons on Announcement:

The Exciting Promise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 17, 2001

It went just like in the cantatas... except of a couple of small things. (Good physical illustration toward the end that can be used in almost any Christmas sermon)

OPEN: (I began the sermon by bringing out a gaily wrapped golf bag, complete with clubs & irons - I tried hard to make sure it was fairly obvious what was wrapped)Then I asked: “Does anybody know what’s in the package?” The audience seemed to enjoy the humor of the obvious. Then I gave this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Swing The Sickle Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Feb 17, 2019

God's judgement is fearful. God will call to account those who reject him. Don't say you weren't warned. Return to the Lord.

The great and terrible day of the Lord. Are you afraid of God? Do you secretly harbour a fear of him? Maybe in your upbringing you were introduced to a god who scared you and this was reinforced as you read those violent stories in the OT. Does a fear of God turn you away him? The language that ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David Faithful Beyond His Physical Life Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

God's eternal covenant with David.

A. GOD’S ETERNAL COVENANT WITH DAVID: 2 SAMUEL 7:1-29 1. Thinking of building a Temple (house for God). “David sat in his house … but the Ark of God dwells in tent curtains” (2 Samuel 7:1-2). 2. David’s house will be spiritual influence. “When your days are finished … your seed after you … his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Messenger Prepares The Way Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 6, 2010

Messengers were important in Bible times. God has sent His Messengers and God continues to send His messengers to prepare the way.

In our lives there are many special days, days like birthdays, anniversaries or holidays. When you wait for a special day to arrive do you get excited? It’s only three weeks till we celebrate Christmas. Anyone excited? In bible times, messengers were often sent out to proclaim special events ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Will Pour Out My Spirit Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2018

To establish that Joel’s prophecy that Jehovah “would pour out of His Spirit upon all flesh” was fulfilled on the Day of Pentecost upon all nations and for all generations. To clarify that there was only one "out pouring" of the Holy Spirit.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Announced Out Pouring 2. The Actual Out Pouring 3. The Alleged Out Pouring Remarks. 1. In this lesson today we will be discussing the theme: “I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh.” It will be clear at the conclusion that this prophesy was fulfilled on the Day ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Messages Of The Angels

Contributed by John Gerald on Dec 7, 2004

One of the Christmas Messages - the part angels had in the events surrounding Jesus’ birth.

THE MESSAGES OF THE ANGELS I. THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO MARY Luke 1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,(The sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy) 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Response To The Incarnation

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

Christmas

Luke 2 v. 8-20, Matthew 2 v. 1-12 The Response to The Incarnation THE ANGELS HAD THE JOY OF REVEALING THE INCARNATION Luke 2 v. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Holiness

The Silent Witness

Contributed by C Vincent on Apr 6, 2010

At Christmas one character who remains silent is Joseph; yet he bore a mighty witness

The Silent Witness JCC 27.12.09 am Matt 1 Let us examine the characters associated with Jesus’ birth We recognize them by their unique speaking parts The Angels take centre stage to announce the birth of the Saviour They appear to Joseph to announce that the name of the child would be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:46-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do We Serve A Fair God? Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 16, 2006

The fifth in a series through the book of Malachi.

Do We Serve a Fair God? Malachi 2:17 – 3:6 I. The People Question the Justice of God (2:17) A. Their arguments wearied God 1. They had argued with God concerning worship 2. They had argued with God concerning sacrifice 3. They had argued with God concerning personal relationships 4. They had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Tears And Cheers

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

Easter sermon

The Parade of Tears and Cheers Luke 19:28-44 It was the day He had been waiting for since eternity began. The day that He would announce to the world that He was the Promised King. The day the world had been longing for throughout the ages. As Jesus began his route into the Holy City of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Changes Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 14, 2004

Handling change can be a big deal. But by God’s power Jesus makes changes that can create Christlike character in us.

What is the biggest life change you have ever experienced? All of us go through life changes. Some changes come and go without much notice, but sometimes these changes completely alter the course of our destiny in life. Think of crisis events in the lives of people you know and love. Physical ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Name Shall Be Called......

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 30, 2013

I would like for you to look with me in this message at this the first name of ISAIAH 9:6, and let us see if He is worthy of this name.

TITLE: HIS NAME SHALL BE CALLED….. SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 9:6 I am not sure about you, but I was growing tired and weary over the past 9-months hearing about Prince William and the Duchess, Kate as they waited the arrival of their first child. Maybe it is because our cultures are so different ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate The Birth Of Jesus!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 19, 2010

Celebrate the Birth of Jesus! 1) His birth is a sign that God is with us. 2) Our celebration is a sign that we are with God. (Adapted from sermon theme and parts by Walter Westphal)

There’s nothing like a good birthday party - especially when that party is for you. Your favourite cake and ice cream have been prepared, friends and family have been invited, and best of all the presents are all for you! Can you imagine what it would be like if millions of people celebrated ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Similarities In The Birth, Sacrifice And Return Of Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 31, 2015

Have you every noticed some of the similarities of the events that take place at Jesus' birth, death, resurrection and return? Not only are God's finger prints all over each event but it seems as if His power and majesty increases with each event!

Let's read a couple of Bible passages and see if we notice any similarities between the two. Luke 2:4-7 NIV (read from the Bible) “So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He ...read more

Scripture: John 2:4-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Midnight Mass Christmas Eve

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This is a Midnight worship candlelighting service for Christmas Eve.

“Midnight Mass 2008” GATHERING MUSIC Our worship begins with the first note of our Gathering Music. If you must whisper, let it be a prayer. * CALL TO WORSHIP (Isaiah 9:6) For a child has been born for us, A son given to us; Authority rests upon his shoulder, and he is named: Wonderful, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed