Sermons on B C P Advent 3:

The Final Revelation

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 14, 2013

When we see Jesus, we see the very reflection of God Himself.

THE FINAL REVELATION. Hebrews 1:1-4. The poetry of this short passage is beautiful, and the theology is exquisite. The high Christology of these words and phrases resonates with the majesty and dignity of our Saviour. We are left in no doubt that “the Son” is the very voice of God to mankind. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise And Repentance (Complete)

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 3, 2020

A Summons to resounding praise. Even now, God is waiting to forgive.

1. A SOLEMN FEAST DAY. Psalm 81:1-7. This Psalm opens with a summons to resounding praise (Psalm 81:1-3), with reasons to do so attached (Psalm 81:4-7). It continues with an address by God, beginning with a commandment, with a promise attached (Psalm 81:8-10); and going on to upbraid the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Psalm Of Trust In Relationship With God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 18, 2016

The comprehensiveness of God's protection.

A PSALM OF TRUST IN RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD. Psalm 91:1-16. PSALM 91:1-2. The opening verse of this Psalm seems to state the obvious: “those who take their shelter under the Most High are sheltered by the shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1). Yet there is a reason for this turn of speech: even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Song Of The Thunderstorm. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 5, 2024

“The voice of the LORD.”

THE SONG OF THE THUNDERSTORM. Psalm 29:1-11. 1. The thunderstorm. Storm clouds gather over the Mediterranean. The thunder rolls inland over the cedars of Lebanon, and lightning strikes strip the cedars bare. Even the mountains of the North seem to be shaken to their very foundations. The storm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is There A Pink Candle (An Advent Sermon About Joy)

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 9, 2025

Week 3 of Advent is Joy. The Christmas story shows us Joy promised, joy delayed, and joy expressed.

Why’s There a Pink Candle? (An Advent Sermon About Joy) James Jackson / General Adult   Every year during the month of December, we have the Advent wreath onstage. This is my ninth Christmas season as your pastor, and I know we've had it as long as I've been here, and I checked ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stillness And The Power Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2013

Swimming against the religious tide is a lonely business. Doubts may follow, but the LORD recalls us to duty.

STILLNESS AND THE POWER OF GOD. 1 Kings 19:1-19. A. THE WILDERNESS OF DISSENT (1 Kings 19:1-8). It is hard when we stand out in the crowd, but Christians are different. The Bible names us a ‘peculiar people’ - called out of darkness into His marvellous light (1 Peter 2:9). Privileges carry ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Love Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 10, 2021

1) The Love of the Good Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:11–16), 2) The Love for the Shepherd’s Flock (Ezekiel 34:17–22), and the 3) The Love of the Messianic Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:23–24).

Ezekiel 34:11-24. 11 “For thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I, I myself will search for my sheep and will seek them out. 12 As a shepherd seeks out his flock when he is among his sheep that have been scattered, so will I seek out my sheep, and I will rescue them from all places where they have been ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:11-24

Denomination: Other

3rd Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 20, 2022

JANUARY 25th, 2026.

Isaiah 9:1-4, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 27:4-9, 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:12-23. A). THE DAWNING OF THE LIGHT. Isaiah 9:1-4. The prospect at the end of Isaiah 8 was one of ‘trouble and darkness, dimness of anguish’ (cf. Isaiah 8:22). But now there is a “Nevertheless” (Isaiah 9:1). The darkest ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 27:4-9, 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:12-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice In The Lord Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 10, 2011

1) Let the Earth by Joyful (Psalm 97:1–6). 2) Let the People be Joyful (Psalm 97:7–9). 3) Let the Righteous be Joyful (Psalm 97:10–12).

Santa Claus and his company are no longer at the North Pole! There’s something of an all-points bulletin - or whatever is the polar equivalent - out on the famous Claus household. The whole batch of them, consisting of the familiar Santa, his wife (first name unknown) Mrs. Claus, and the band of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 97:1-12

Denomination: Other

Acts 3

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 29, 2020

Peter's Risk Taking

Peter and John 1. The Medical Report 2. The Authority to Heal 3. Faith in Healing A. The sick person (Matthew 9: 27-31) B. The intermediary (Matthew 8: 10) C. The person praying for healing 4. The Timing - God's, not ours A. John 5: 19 B. Philippians 2: ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Message From The River Jordan

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013

It is good to follow the crowds who listen to the Gospel, but it is better to follow the Jesus whom we preach!

THE MESSAGE FROM THE RIVER JORDAN. Mark 1:1-15. There is a huge geological fault in the earth’s surface separating ancient Judah from the mountains of Moab. Viewed from the villages around Bethlehem, it appears like a great chasm. The River Jordan flows along the bottom of the valley, feeding ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 20, 2022

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is a message of 1) Power (Romans 1:16b), 2) Salvation (Romans 1:16c), 3) Faith (Romans 1:16d), and 4) Righteousness (Romans 1:17).

Romans 1:16–17. 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written, “The righteous shall live by faith.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Other

The C Word: It's The Road To Success Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Dec 5, 2006

Learn four ways to communicate better in your home in this word-by-word study of Ephesians 4:15.

"The C Word: It’s the Road to Success" Ephesians 4:15 In Operation Desert Storm, our military had one objective on the first night of operations: attack all communications installations and destroy them! Here’s why – if you can dismantle and disable someone’s communication network, you can defeat ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

PÈre, Glorifie Ton Fils

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 25, 2022

"Père, l'heure est venue. Glorifie ton Fils, afin que ton Fils puisse aussi te glorifier." Lorsque Dieu ordonnera à sa gloire d'éclipser notre église, nos bouches seront pleines de louanges et nos lèvres d'actions de grâce pour toujours.

PÈRE, GLORIFIE TON FILS. "Jésus prononça ces paroles, leva les yeux au ciel et dit : "Père, l'heure est venue. Glorifie ton Fils, afin que ton Fils aussi te glorifie, puisque tu lui as donné autorité sur toute chair, pour qu'il donne la vie ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14, Psalm 31:5, Psalm 42:1, Revelation 22:17, Romans 8:17, John 17:1, Luke 23:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Prayer For The King.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 23, 2024

The LORD accept thy burnt sacrifice. Psalm 20.3.

A PRAYER FOR THE KING. Psalm 20:1-9. Jesus took with Him Peter, James and John and instructed them to ‘watch’ with Him (cf. Matthew 26:38), and to ‘watch and pray’ (cf. Matthew 26:41). I wonder what prayers they might have made on His behalf if their sleepy heads could have stayed awake long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational