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The announcement to Joseph of the Source of Mary's pregnancy changed everything for Joseph and for us.
December 22, 2019 Matthew 1:18-25 18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. 19 Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
Denomination: Lutheran
It seems that God has had just about enough of their blasphemies and announces coming judgment.
A. Opening illustration: The great Puritan preacher Richard Baxter wrote a pamphlet in which he lumped the Quakers with “drunkards, swearers, whoremongers, and sensual wretches” and other “miserable creatures.” And then—just in case he had not yet insulted them enough—he insisted that Quakers are ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
Almond tree is the first to blossom in Israel. The very first tree to announce the arrival of spring.
I see a rod of an almond tree. Then said the Lord unto me, thou hast well seen, For I will hasten my word to perform it. (Jeremiah 1:12) Almond tree is the first to blossom in Israel. The very first tree to announce the arrival of spring. The word of the Lord came to Jeremiah – What do you ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:12, Jeremiah 1:13
John the Baptist was God's chosen instrument to announce the arrival of the Promised Messiah.
Matthew 3:1-6: Thirty years have passed between the events described in Chapter 2. Matthew continues the story of Jesus with the arrival of John the Baptist in the wilderness of Judea. His message centered upon the need for all people to repent and prepare their hearts for the arrival of ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17, Mark 1:2-8, Luke 3:1-20, John 1:31-34
In times of trouble fomented by anti-Christian and anarchist rulers of darkness, mature Christians experience the excitement of the announcement by God's Messengers of the birth of the Savior, Christ the Lord!
BLESSED BE THE LORD GOD OUR FATHER’S ANGELS WHO ANNOUNCED OUR SAVIOR’S BIRTH Among multiple tasks assigned to me in my ministry of Christian education, the making of announcements was not considered by me to be the least of them. One Sunday morning years ago, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-14
The coming of Jesus is the greatest event in all of history. Yet, He did not come with great fanfare or with parades or announcements to kings. Jesus was not born in a large town. Jesus’ birth was announced to simple people... the hicks... who became h
HICK TOWN HEROES LUKE 2:8-20 INTRODUCTION… Hick Test (http://www.geocities.com/jam_ieg/stud.html) * If the number of cattle out number the amount of people in your town * If you can’t find your town on a map * If your next door neighbor lives more then a mile away * If you can hold your breath ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
This message is the first in a series of four that take a look at four reactions to the announcement of the first advent of Christ.
The Reaction of Mary Luke 1:26-38 I. The Fear of Mary (v. 26-30) A. She Feared Because of the Messenger (v. 26-28) 1. Angels Are From the Heavenly Realm 2. Angels Often Brought News (Good & Bad) B. She Feared Because of the Unknown (v. 29) C. In Fear She Was Encouraged (v. 30) 1. We should ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
This is the second in a four sermon series on the birth announcement of Christ and the reaction of those most involved in the events.
The Reaction of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 I. Joseph Reacted With Mercy (v. 18-19) A. His mercy reached past the circumstance (v. 18b) 1. He did not allow the circumstance to rule him 2. He did not allow the circumstance to dictate his character B. His mercy reached out due to personal righteousness ...read more
This sermon unravels the mystery of the "Gospel of Judas" announced by National Geographic: a true charicature of Judas Iscariot...
Illustration: A paraplegic man I saw, raising his twisted limbs to sing “Your Grace Is Enough.” Whatever situations you may be facing in life, remember His Grace is enough for YOU today! He’s saved you from your sins and saved you from the flames and darkness of forever punishment. His Grace is ...read more
Scripture: Acts 1:16-20
Denomination: Assembly Of God
When Gabriel announced to Mary that she would be the mother of the Messiah, Mary responded with a willing heart.
*A few days ago the president of Iran shocked the leaders of the world when he said that the Holocaust was a myth used by the Europeans to create a Jewish state. 6 million Jews weren’t really murdered during WWII. So Israel really has no right to exist. In fact, Israel should be “wiped off ...read more
This sermon is an African American Evangelical's response to President Barak Obama's announcement of support for Gay Marriage.
How Much Truth Do We Want May 20, 2012 Genesis 2:15-25 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 For those of you who have watched Star Trek or are sci-fi fans, every once in a while you will see an episode about an alternate universe. Something happens and a person is put in this alternate universe in ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
An analysis of the account regarding the announcement of the birth of Jesus will show us how to respond to God's word.
Scripture Let us continue our study in the Gospel of Luke that I am calling, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” Today I would like to study the passage in which we see the birth of Jesus foretold. The announcement—or, annunciation—of the angel Gabriel to Mary that she will ...read more
Here is a comparison of Jesus and Muhammad as relates to the announcement of their comings, their birth, their early childhood, and their formative years.
5. Setting. Muhammad was born and raised in the land of Arabia. Seventh-century Arabia was a land of many gods, punctuated here and there with Jewish and Christian communities. The Christianity that came to represent Jesus in that area however was a far cry from the Jerusalem variety of the first ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7
Moses and Aaron go to Pharaoh and announce a series of plagues. Will Pharaoh yield or harden his heart?
Now, let's backtrack to Exodus and catch you up on the story. Although it's familiar to most of you, in Exodus we meet Moses. Moses was a man who was raised in Pharaoh's court. At forty years of age, he thinks he's got it all figured out; he's going to help his people get free ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 7:1-25
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This sermon explores the joy found in obedience to God's will and fellowship, as exemplified by Mary and Elizabeth in the announcement of Jesus.
Good morning, beloved family of faith, I am so glad that we are gathered here today under the banner of His love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. It's a wonderful day to bask in the light of God's Word, to let its truth seep into our hearts, and to allow it to transform us ...read more
Topics: Joy
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