Sermons on B Advent 4:

Advent: The Magi Seek The True Light Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Nov 30, 2009

The Christmas Star and the infant Jesus appear insignificant to the human eye, but both in parallel have hidden power and might. The Apostle John explains how.

Second passage reference Matt 2:1-12. The Gospel of Matthew tells us the story of the Magi, this group of astronomers from the East who follow a new star, and seek to find who the star belongs too. The Magi know that this star is not just any star, they know it is significant beyond anything they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stephens Sermon Part 1b

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 23, 2017

By beginning with God’s appearance to Abraham he indicates that he doesn’t disagree with the fathers on what constitutes true religion—the religion of the Jews. For them, all religion, the worship of God, the doctrine of the law, all prophecies....

The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham. The God of glory is a Hebrew form of expression denoting "the glorious God." It expresses His "majesty, or splendor, or magnificence"; and the word "glory" is often used to describe the marvelous appearances in which God has shown Himself to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Advent: Coming Alive In Christ

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 26, 2000

Christmas is the promise of new life in Christ. We know what Christ is like. We know the joy of sins forgiven. We know the hope of heaven.

THE HOPE OF ADVENT: COMING ALIVE IN CHRIST Ephesians 2:1-10 Years ago, there was a very wealthy man who, with his devoted young son, shared a passion for art collecting. Together they traveled around the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. Priceless works by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 2:1

Denomination: Methodist

A,b,c’s Of Prayer

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Sep 3, 2020

You may have prayed different models of prayer. There is the Lord's prayer. There is the A.C.T.S. of prayer. The Apostle Paul gives us another simple model, The ABCs of Prayer.

A,B,C’s of Prayer Phil. 4:6-7 "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." A - Avoid losing it. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, Philippians 4:7, Philippians 4:6-7

"Lord, Prepare Us For Your Advent”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 3, 2025

Just as many of us travel during December, Advent reminds us of Jesus' "travel plans" to serve as our Savior. We'll use the Apostle Paul's travel plans to visit the Thessalonians as our guide.

It’s estimated that a record 80 million Americans traveled 50 miles or more over the Thanksgiving Holiday this year. Of course, the majority (a record 71.7 million) of those traveled by car. But today they anticipate that a record-breaking 3 million people will travel by air. Yes, travel plans ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Matthew 25:40

Denomination: Lutheran

The A-B-Cs Of Soul-Winning

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

The basics of winning others to the faith.

The A-B-C’s of Soul Winning I Corinthians 9:17-27 17 If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed to me. 18 What then is my reward? Just this: that in preaching the gospel I may offer it free of charge, and so not make use of my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon For 3 Epiphany, Yr B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 20, 2003

A sermon on the tension and paradox of "the now and the not yet," this world and the next.

Sermon for 3 Epiphany Yr B 26/01/2003 Based on I Cor. 7:29-31 Grace Lutheran, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Most of us have heard the old saw: “He or she is so heavenly minded that they’re no earthly good.” Others would turn the saw around and reply: “He or she is so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, Jonah 3:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon For 5 Epiphany, Yr B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 2, 2003

Christ’s ministry in Mark’s Gospel is one of word and action; preaching and healing; offering people health and salvation. This, too, is the ministry of the church.

Sermon for 5 Epiphany Yr B, 9/02/2003 Based on Mk 1: 29-39 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The story is told of a man who went to his doctor to ask if he could help him with his snoring problem. “As soon as I go to sleep,” the man explained, “I begin ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Preach This: Philippians 4:4-9 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 30, 2009

Thesis: Many people get offended if you tell them what to think – no one likes anyone telling them how to think. Yet the Bible tells us how we should think – whether we like it or not.

Preach this - Phil. 4:4-8 Scripture Text: Phil 4:4-8 (NIV) 4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Book Of Revelation (Revelation 11-B)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 20, 2022

In the last part of Revelation (chapter 11:15-19) the seventh trump is about to sound, and that will lead to the outpouring of the seven vial judgements.

But first we are given a glimpse of the crowning in Heaven of God’s rightful king. It seems as though they never get tired of crowning Him in Heaven! • In Revelation 5 the title deed of earth were given to Him and the elders cast their crowns at His feet. • In Revelation 11 he is acknowledged as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism Of Our Lord, Yr B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 5, 2003

Exploring the teaching and practice of Christian baptism.

Sermon for Baptism of Our Lord, Yr B January 12, 2003 Based on Acts 19:1-7; Mk 1:4-11 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta Baptism… Today we celebrate the baptism of Jesus as well as our own. Down through the ages, the teachings and practices of baptism ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-7, Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

All Saints Sunday Yr B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Oct 28, 2003

Sermon for All Saints Sunday, Yr B, based on John 11:32-44.

Sermon for All Saints Sunday Yr B 2/11/2003 Based on Jn 11:32-44 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson William Willimon tells of his friend Stuart Henry who accompanied a father and his little son on their first visit to Duke Chapel. They walked up and down the aisles, heads upturned, amazed at the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Born Again Christian 5b Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 20, 2019

This message concludes my series on what it means to be a born again Christian. This message focuses on Ephesians chapter two and identifies specific attributes that Christians share.

Born Again Christian Part 5 Who Are You? Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Isaiah 55:11; Ephesians 1:1-2:22 Two weeks ago in part one of this message “Who Are You” which is concluding my series “Born Again Christian” I had you answer the question “Who are you?” I shared with you that as a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22, Genesis 5:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believe It Or Not, The Virgin B Irth

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 21, 2014

This sermon looks at the reality and the need for the virgin birth of Christ. It also looks at why virgin birth should affect our views on abortion.

Believe It Or Not-Part 3 The Virgin Birth 12/14/2014 Jeremiah 1:4-8 Luke 1:26-45 How many of you have ever been in a place in which you were saying, “I can’t believe this is happening to me.” It may have been something good or it may have been something not so good. I can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:45-59

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Anointing A Man After God's Own Heart.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 9, 2022

Samuel's secret mission.

ANOINTING A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART. 1 Samuel 16:1-13. Saul had rejected the word of the LORD, and the LORD had rejected Saul from being king (cf. 1 Samuel 15:23), much to the grief of Samuel (cf. 1 Samuel 15:11) - but the LORD already had another man in mind for Samuel to go and anoint (1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational