Sermons on Bethlehem:

The Last Christmas?

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Dec 23, 2003

A reflection on our views of the meaning of Christmas with references to Isaiah, Matthew and Luke.

It is Christmas Eve, but what does that really mean to us in today’s secular world? What does it mean to the thousands of shoppers who have ran out of time, trying desperately to find that last minute gift? It is Christmas Eve, but let’s go back to that time 2000 years ago to see what the view ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19, Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Congregational

Christmas - A Christian Holiday?

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Dec 1, 2003

People of all ages have celebrated Christmas throughout the centuries, but where did it originate? Are the roots of Christmas really as Christian as many believe or are they pagan? Is Christmas really the day of Christ’s birth?

By: Donna J. Kazenske People of all ages have celebrated Christmas throughout the centuries, but where did it originate? Are the roots of Christmas really as Christian as many believe or are they pagan? Is Christmas really the day of Christ’s birth? If Christmas is truly a Christian holiday, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:2-5, Luke 2:8

Denomination: *other

Why A Baby?

Contributed by Greg Addison on Dec 8, 2008

Christmas is all about kids. But there are far more significant reasons why God chose to send His savior through birth. The fact Jesus was born as a baby is vitally important in God’s plan. See why it is so important that Jesus was born as a a baby.

WHY A BABY? The Christmas season is all about kids. This morning we have had a baby dedication, which as we discussed is much more a dedication of the parents. But Christmas is a wonderful time to focus on these precious babies. Christmas is the most fun when you are a child, especially a young ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Good Things Come To Those Who Wait

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 9, 2015

When we receive the bread and wine during Holy Communion, we are holding Christ’s very body and blood, which was nailed to the cross and poured out for our forgiveness. We have seen it with our own eyes and felt it with our own hands and on our tongues.

Have you ever heard of the old saying, “Good things come to those who wait”? If so, the story of Simeon, Anna and the baby Jesus in the temple in Lune 2:22-40 is a good example. The coming of Christ involved all manner of waiting on God. A young maiden, a dying man and an old widow all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Anglican

Long Ago In A Land Far, Far Away, No More Doubt

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 26, 2015

Do you sometimes have doubt? These prophecies removes all doubt - permanently!

In the beginning was the Word, the was with God and He was God. By Him, all things were created that were created. " there is none like Him- He is the Alpha and the Omega - God with us! In times past He spake unto the fathers by the prophets and in these last days, He hath spoken unto us by His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Eve Service

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 23, 2012

We know that HE CAME, HE TAUGHT, HE DIED, HE ASCENDED, AND HE LEFT...The Empty Stable, The Empty Tomb, All Fulfilling the WORD of the LORD He LEFT behind, HIS SPIRIT, HIS GOSPEL, HIS WORD, HIS VICTORY, and HIS PROMISE that HE would return again. All you

2012.12.24 Christmas Eve Service The Empty Stable, The Empty Tomb, Waiting for HIS return. William Akehurst, HSWC From GOD's WORD, we know.... HE CAME, HE TAUGHT, HE DIED, HE ASCENDED. AND HE LEFT... The Empty Stable The Empty Tomb Fulfilling the WORD of the LORD He LEFT behind, HIS SPIRIT, HIS ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christmas Spirit

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Aug 28, 2010

The Christmas spirit is found in telling others about the lamb that came to be our sacrifice for sin and give us eternal life.

Intro. This time of year, many are in what is called the Christmas spirit. That means different things for different people. Many are searching for gifts, some enjoy decorating, some look forward to the fellowship of others, and some are all of the above. Some are the opposite, and despise the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Reasons Why Naomi Went From Sweet To Bitter

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 30, 2009

The Choices that SHE made caused her attitude to change as well as her outlook on life

Three (3) Reasons Why Naomi Went From Sweet To Bitter Ruth 1:1-22 Introduction; This book opens with a famine, and closes with a great feast. This book begins with a funeral, and ends with a wedding. Matthew Henry’s Commentary says… <>We find in this book excellent example of faith, piety, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Giver Of Peace

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Mar 10, 2013

How wonderful it is to have peace with God. This peace can be given to us through Jesus Christ our Lord. The peace that Jesus gives is not temporary, but eternal. Let us learn more about peace which comes from Jesus.

John 14:27-29 Introduction: After telling the disciples the devastating news that He would be leaving them soon, Jesus now tells the disciples that they should rejoice, not be so upset for one day He will return. As we will learn from this passage, Jesus gives lasting peace, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Shepherds? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 1, 2019

Christmas eve message. Why did God choose the outcasts of society to make the grand announcement of the Savior's birth?

Missing the Big Story: 115 years ago this past month, On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first flight of an airplane at Kitty Hawk NC. The flight lasted 59 seconds and travelled 850 ft. Wilbur rushed to the local telegraph office and sent the following message home -- WE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Greeting Card Sermon Iii: Wonder! Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 30, 2019

Of all the wonders of God's Beautiful World, the wonder of it all is that "God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son". The wonder of God's Gift of Love must be shared with all!

CHRISTMAS GREETING CARD SERMON III: WONDER! Remember the little rhyme we sang as toddlers: “Twinkle, twinkle, little star, How I wonder what you are, Up above the world so high, Like a diamond in the sky. Twinkle, twinkle, little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

I Became Fully Human Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

My supernatural conception and human birth

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE HUMAN? 1. Remember I said, “God is Spirit (John 4:24), which means not physical. 2. Adam was created as a human body. “I, along with the Father and Holy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-7, Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Kill My Baby

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Dec 11, 2018

When we enter into a Spirit of Praise, God will birth in us a vision and answers to what our questions are. When this happens, people will either leave us or support us. There is no in between.

Don’t Kill My Baby Joel 2:28 "And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Matt 1:18-21, 24 (20) Geneva Version 1599 18 now the birth of Jesus Christ was thus, when as his ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28, Matthew 1:18-24, Luke 2:4-7, Micah 3:5-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Unity, Peace And Love

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2023

Unity, Peace and Love are the way of Christ. That is one of the missions.

Unity, Peace and Love Christmas 2023 Matthew 1:18-25 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Matthew 1:18 Now the birth of Jesus 1Christ was as follows: when His amother Mary had been 2betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was bfound to be with child by the Holy Spirit. 19 And Joseph her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

The Mighty Men Of David

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Jul 11, 2024

Today, we will explore the lives of David's mighty men, who demonstrated unparalleled courage, wisdom, and loyalty. These men were not just warriors; they were chosen by God to accomplish great feats and support David in establishing his kingdom.

Praise be to the wonderful and mighty name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Today, we gather to explore the lives of the mighty men who stood by David, demonstrating unparalleled courage and wisdom. These men were not just warriors; they were extraordinary individuals chosen by God to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-10, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Samuel 23:11-12, Ephesians 6:10-13, 2 Samuel 23:15-17, 1 Samuel 22:1-2  (view more)  (view less)