Sermons on Bethlehem In Judea:

“the Real Out Of Egypt Story” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 8, 2010

This is a part of the Christmas story that is not included in the Christmas carols. I have never seen a Christmas card that depicts this part of the Christmas story, and yet it very real.

“The Real Out of Egypt Story” Matthew 2:13-23 Last week we examined the story of the Magi as they made the long and dangerous journey following the star to worship the new born ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth And Naomi

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 10, 2014

I believe Naomi must have learned something; that even in the midst of the greatest suffering and adversity; God is good, and kind, and full of mercy.

1-25-05 Title: Ruth and Naomi Theme: Messages from the Book of Ruth. Text: But Ruth said, “Entreat me not to leave you or to return from following you; for where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge; your people shall be my people, and your God my God” (Ruth I: 16). ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Was Jesus A Revolutionist? Series

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Nov 8, 2002

In this sermon it will become clear to you:That the Pharisees tried to get a charge of being a revolutionist against Jesus,What Authority is, Were Authority comes from,The spheres in which authority functions,That Christians should obey the Authorities se

Mat 22:15-22 Over next few weeks we’ll be studying Authority, We’ll see that God has established three fundamental spheres of authority within which he delegates authority to individuals. These spheres are civil government, the home, and the church. The believer is obliged to obey those holding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Right Pace Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 10, 2005

To have a right Christmas we must slow down and enjoy Chrismtas. Paul reminds us Jesus came to earth when the time was right (Galatians 4:4) This message encourages all of us not to "DO CHRISTMAS", but to "CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS" This is #2 of a 4 part seri

Introduction: On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first flight of an airplane at Kitty Hawk NC. On their 5th attempt, the plane under the control of Orville, embarked on a 12 second flight. Wilbur rushed to the local telegraph office and sent the following message – WE HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hanukkah 2012

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 6, 2013

Hanukkah is a minor Jewish feast in the context of the other high holy days.

Hanukkah 2012 A Hanukkah is a minor Jewish feast in the context of the other high holy days. 1 It isn’t an observance commanded in the Torah (later feast/inter-testimental times). a In modern times, Jews/Gentiles both, Hanukkah has become a prominent feast, right along side ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Shepherds?

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Dec 16, 2009

This is a Christmas sermon that centers around the shepherds & their response to the angel’s message of the birth of JESUS.

Sermon: Why the Shepherds? Scripture Ref: Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: This is the SEASON of STORIES & I LOVE STORIES; especially STORIES about CHILDREN who begin to WORK all of us as we APPROACH the CHRISTMAS SEASON. I thought that was OVER WITH when MY CHILDREN GREW UP but I found that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Not Such A Silent Night

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.

If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

The Shepherds’ Jubilee Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 11, 2023

What is your state of mind as we near the end of this year?Maybe some of you are pretty caught up with your work, paying back your loans, raising your children, caring for an invalid parent and nothing out of the ordinary seem to be happening.

The Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-20 1In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that took place while[a] Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3And everyone went to their own town to register. 4So Joseph also went up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1, Luke 2:8, 1 Corinthians 1:26, Luke 2:16, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hanging Of The Greens 2011

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 29, 2011

Devotional for our Hanging of the Greens Service

Hanging of the Greens Devotional 2011 Dec 4, 2011 Of all the events that have shaped human history, one moment stands above the rest. The moment was not filled with fanfare or frills but fantastic nonetheless. It is a moment when the temporal and the eternal came together. It is a moment that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Indescribable Gift – A Gift Worth Receiving Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 16, 2006

God’s gift alone is stronger than the hate and despair that mockingly stands in opposition against “peace on earth good will to men.” Whatever the difficulty we may face in these days approaching Christmas 2005 God’s gift, the gift of His one and only So

GOD’S INDESCRIBABLE GIFT – A Gift Worth Receiving Luke 2:21-33 INTRODUCTION: Video Clip: I Heard the Bells (1:47) I heard the bells on Christmas day, their old familiar carols play And wild and sweet the word repeat of peace on earth, good will to men . . . And in despair I bowed my head: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Missed Christmas

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 27, 2014

Even many Christians will miss the real reason for the season. And we might be the cause for the world not to know Jesus. Will you take up the challenge to tell others about the birth of Christ in your very lives?

Opening illustration: Have you ever missed a great opportunity? The story is told of a small resort area along the east coast that was having an open town meeting concerning some financial problems they were facing. Among the two dozen or so people was one man no one seemed to know who was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will You Refuse Him Too? Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 10, 2017

Upon Jesus death, many before and after, refused to accept him as Lord and Savior. Today, many still refuse His Deity and salvation. with all the evidence, will you refuse his salvation too?

This morning I want to begin with a story. I want you to imagine yourself being a part of this story, so, place yourself in a small village in Judea. You are a leader of the church, or a member of his family; the Jewish Synagogue is where you worship. It is the Sabbath day. In your hand is the lead ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas 365 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 14, 2023

I wish you a blessed and happy Christmas. Praise God for the wonderful love, joy, peace, and eternal life that Jesus Christ brought to all mankind on the first Christmas. Let us also remember, that we need to celebrate Christmas 365 which means daily.

INTRODUCTION I wish you a blessed and happy Christmas. Praise God for the wonderful love, joy, peace, and eternal life that Jesus Christ brought to all mankind on the first Christmas. Let us also remember, that we need to celebrate Christmas 365 which means daily. I want to draw your attention to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, John 1:14, Isaiah 43:2, John 3:16, John 8:12, Matthew 2:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lenten Season Message-The "centrality" Of The Cross!!!-Part 1

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Mar 28, 2019

Focusing in this Lenten Season on how the "Tree" is central to God's redemption plan as originally yet another "Tree" was instrumental in the fall of Man!!!

CENTRALITY OF THE CROSS!!!-Part 1 “Jab tak rahega , Samosae mein Allu, tab thak rahega Bihar mein Lallu” (till potato remains in the Samosa, till then Lallu will remain in Bihar…an apt rustic translation befitting the person eh…) shouted the angry ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13

Denomination: *other

The Nativity Story: The Love Of God

Contributed by C. Raymond Van Pletsen on Oct 27, 2006

The most perfect love gift ever given was the gift God gave at Christmas – the gift of His Son. To help us appreciate that gift, think for a moment of the Nativity scenes you have probably seen all around at Christmas. They usually feature shepherds and W

THE LOVE OF GOD The Stable In Bethlehem Tells Us Of The Love Of God The Infant In The Manger Tells Us Of The Love Of God INTRODUCTION Pastor: Choose an introduction that illustrates from your life the fact that we seek out gifts that say “I love you.” Shopping for a Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ