Sermons on Anticipating Advent:

Advent 1 & 2

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 29, 2015

The celebration of the first Advent reminds us that Jesus is coming again.

Advent 1 & 2 December 13, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The celebration of the first Advent reminds us that Jesus is coming again. Focus Passage: Matthew 24:1-14 Introduction: Advent: the arrival of a notable person, thing, or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Advent Themes: Peace

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 6, 2013

Advent Themes: Peace. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: God of Peace: “May the God of peace…” (vs 20a) God of Protection: “…that great Shepherd of the sheep…” (vs 20b) God of Power: “who…brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus,” (vs 20c) God of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21

Denomination: Brethren

Second Sunday Of Advent Series

Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Dec 19, 2013

John's message of repentance is still as true for us today as it was 2000 years ago!

Grace, mercy and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. We have entered into a time when rational thinking, reasonableness, honesty, truth, and even humility is considered substandard; considered to be the enemy of progressiveness, seen as distasteful even. We live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Advent Themes - Hope Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2013

Advent Themes - HOPE (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Hope (vs 3) (2). Faith (vs 5) (3). Love (vs 8) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. • One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. • The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. • The problems began when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Brethren

Advent - The Fulfilment Of Prophecy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 9, 2019

From Genesis to Malachi, there are over 300 specific prophecies detailing the coming of this anointed one. Advent helps us to remember and celebrate the amazing truth of John 3:16-17.

Advent - The Fulfilment of Prophecy Today is the second Sunday of Advent, the word Advent comes from the Latin verb ‘venio’ - to come - and ‘advenio’ - to come towards. Advent helps us to remember and celebrate the amazing truth of John 3:16-17, “This is how God loved the world: He gave His one ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, Isaiah 11:1, Matthew 1:1, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:22-23, Zechariah 9:9, Matthew 21:1-5, John 20:25, Matthew 22:35, Mark 15:34, Psalm 22:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Phenomenal Advent!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Dec 20, 2017

In this Message, Yours truly aims to glean some lessons from the phenomenal advent of Christ. None before Him were born to a Virgin and none after Him. So why did Christ come into this World in such a miraculous way?

Why the Phenomenal Advent? Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.- Isaiah 7:14 (a prophecy roughly about 750 years before the birth of ...read more

Denomination: *other

Advent: Repentance And Preparation

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 5, 2009

John the baptiser called for believers to repent. This sermon asks what we need to repent of, reminds us we need to turn back to God, and calls for preparation for what God has for us this next year.

If you were going to describe the time 20 years ago in 1989 when the Churches of the town worked together to plan and produce Festival 89 I wonder what you would say. More specifically, if you were going to date the time and the place and the event without naming the date I wonder what you would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

Advent Mission Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon encourages faithfulness to God's purpose for us, renewing our commitment and transforming our lives as living sacrifices through spiritual worship.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. There's a warmth in the air today, a warmth that goes beyond the physical and reaches into our hearts, reminding us of the love that binds us together in this sacred community. It's a love that's been there since the beginning, a love that will be there ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Reclaiming, Renewing, Reaffirming

Joy To The World (Advent) PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023

Explores the joy and redemption found in the birth of Jesus Christ, as experienced by shepherds, angels, Mary, Joseph, and the prophet Simeon.

Welcome, beloved, to this blessed gathering where we congregate to hear and heed the word of God. Today, we find ourselves standing on the brink of an extraordinary revelation, a revelation that will illuminate our hearts and guide our spirits. We will be turning the pages of the Holy Scripture to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-34

Topics: Advent, Joy

Detained, But Not Defeated Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 9, 2017

With Peter in prison, the church prayed continually for his release. When God answered their prayers, they lacked faith to believe. We can overcome in Christ, but we must possess faith to believe the Lord will provide.

Detained but not Defeated Acts 12: 1-16 Our text deals with an intense time for the early church. God was clearly at work, and the church was growing. Thousands had been saved by the grace of God and the church’s influence was spreading. Such growth created much concern for the religious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings In Bethsaida Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 11, 2017

As Jesus came into the area of Gennesaret, word quickly spread that He had arrived. The entire region sought Him, bringing the sick unto Him by faith. We need to spread the word about Jesus, and point others to Him.

Blessings in Bethsaida Mark 6: 53-56 Our text today immediately follows the miraculous, and yet frightening night the disciples had spent upon the sea. While we too would likely have responded much the same or worse, we cannot overlook their lack of faith. Jesus had commanded them to get into the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Baptist

What Did You Expect?

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Sep 10, 2011

Are you expecting today? Are you anticipating something from the Lord? If you are expecting something – you will receive it. But if you are expecting nothing…. You will receive it! If you expect something today – I hope that your expectation comes fr

Psalm 62:5-7 “[5] My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation [is] from Him. [6] He only [is] my rock and my salvation; [He is] my defense; I shall not be moved. [7] In God [is] my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, [And] my refuge, [is] in God”. [NKJV] Are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5-7

Hope, Life’s Anchor

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 3, 2024

Advent is a season of preparation and anticipation, marking the four weeks leading up to Christmas. The word "Advent" comes from the Latin adventus, meaning "coming" or "arrival."

Title: Hope, Life’s Anchor Text: Isaiah 9:6-7 "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas Message: "mary, Did You Know?"(1)

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 18, 2024

The hymn “Mary, Did You Know?” beautifully captures the essence of this anticipation. It prompts us to reflect on Mary’s profound journey and the life-changing role she played in God’s divine narrative.

Introduction: Merry Christmas, beloved community! Today, as we gather to celebrate the birth of our Savior, I want us to reflect on a simple yet profound question: “Mary, did you know?” This question encapsulates the wonder, mystery, and the revolutionary calling of a young woman chosen to bear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Methodist

Do You See What I See?

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 8, 2014

I begin this Advent Season in full and great expectation that God will meet us right where we are. I want to challenge us this Holy Season to not become Complacent but look with Great Anticipation. Let’s remember what this season and what Christmas is all about.

TITLE: DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 2:1-3 Here we are once again ready to begin our Advent Preaching. I look forward to this time of year. I must admit, the older I become the faster time seem to move. I begin this Advent Season in full and great expectation that God will meet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist