Sermons on Bethlehem:

Advent The Gateway To Adventure

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 21, 2007

A sermon that explores how advent was for Joseph and Mary the gateway to an adventure with god and describes how we can do the same. Two stories adapted from tony Campolo

The Birth of Jesus Christ 18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.Lk 1:35 19 Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

John’s Christmas Story

Contributed by Asun Delong on Mar 25, 2010

Who is this man, Jesus?

Theme: John’s Christmas Story Text: John 1:1-18 Introduction: How many are looking forward to Christmas? Most of us don’t realize that there are two sets of Christmas stories in the gospels. One set is from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke and the other from the Gospel of John. The first set is ...read more

Denomination: *other

Simeon And Anna

Contributed by Troy Richards on Dec 9, 2010

A look at a piece of the Christmas story that is often overlooked and how it shows us how to properly respond to Jesus..

-it’s that time of year again, Christmas. There is a certain something in the air, that joy of people cramming into crowded shopping malls to buy things they don’t want for people they don’t visit. Ah, how we honor our Lord. -but as we like to do every year, we’re going to go through the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Methodist

The Key To Receiving A Promise From God Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 15, 2019

What did David do to earn a grand Promise From God, and how God can take Us from a place of promise and bring that promise to pass in out lives?

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com What did David do to earn God’s attention? What was it about that the shepherd from Bethlehem that garnered God’s attention to the point that he was the one chosen to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12-13, Psalm 13:5-6, Psalm 18:1-2, Psalm 25:12-15, Psalm 63:3, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

God's Best Word To Man Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 22, 2018

It shows us how God reveals himself through creation, conscience, the chosen people and their Bible, Christ and conversion

Bob Marcaurelle homeorchurchbiblestudy.com GOD’S BEST WORD TO MAN John 1:1,14,18 “In the beginning was the Word and the Word was God / “The “Word became flesh and lived awhile among us / No man has seen God. The uniquely begotten Son has brought Him out into the open.” If I pass your house ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Expectations

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 1, 2018

An advent series focused on our expectations at the Christmas season.

Christmas Expectations! What Difference Does Christmas Make Luke 1:46-55 December 2, 2018 It feels so strange for me to think that the Christmas season has officially begun. Yes, according to stores that started on November 1st, the day after Halloween. To be honest, I’m not really into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Word Of God

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 30, 2017

A sermon examining the fact that Jesus is "The Word"

JESUS: THE WORD OF GOD John 1:1-5;14 Today we will consider the first 5 verses of John's Gospel. This amazing Book of the Bible is like none other. John's Gospel is all about Jesus and His saving work. It focuses on the last three years of Jesus’ life. In this Gospel account, John the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Time's A'coming

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 8, 2015

What is Advent? How do we "prepare our hearts" for Christmas?

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Scripture: Daniel 9:21-26

Denomination: Holiness

The King-Priest Is Worshiped At His Birth And Honored At His Death Series

Contributed by Napoleon Malabuyo on Dec 22, 2015

This Christmas, consider the three gifts the wise men brought to our infant Savior. They represent our Lord’s person and work. He is True God whom we are to worship. He is True Man, our Priest, Prophet and King.

Scripture Readings: Psalm 45:6-7; Matthew 2:7-12; John 19:38-42 Congregation of Christ: Everyone loves the Nativity scene: a cute baby in a manger holding out his hands in blessing; Mary and Joseph in wonderment of their firstborn son; lowly shepherds and three kings kneeling in worship; and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Empire Strikes Back

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 30, 2015

Awesome message, on how God's kingdom strikes back against self-righteousness, sin, lethargy, and by imparting spiritual power.

CHRISTMAS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK Rev. 11:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Survivor 1. Did you hear about the three college students who were selected to take part in the next series of “Survivor?” 2. One was from UT, one was from SHSU, and the third one was from A & M. They were going ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Christmas Gift

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 9, 2016

The most precious gift ever given is Jesus. And, It's a life changing experience.

A Christmas Gift A little girl is sitting on her grandpa’s lap rattling off her long Christmas list. The grandfather recognized that this was “a teachable moment,” and so he said, “Honey, it’s more blessed to give than it is to receive.” To which the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Genealogy Of Christ Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 22, 2015

The genealogy of Christ. Proving that He is the rightful king of Israel. And the Son of sinful people.

This opening was written and preached by a different preacher, truthfully, I can’t remember anything more than that, I lost the name of the preacher from whom I got this material. My sincere apologies to the author, who must remain nameless. Under other circumstances I would not have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Security Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 22, 2014

The very season which ought to bring security and hope instead brings insecurity and hopelessness. That's why we need to hear God's message to Samuel.

“The Difference Christmas Makes: The Security of Christmas” 2 Sam. 7:1-17 Christmas, for many people, is a time of great insecurity. There are adults whose frustrations increase and self-image drops because they cannot provide gifts for their children. Some children feel unloved or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Joy

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2015

Every Christian has the capacity of joy within their lives because the Holy Spirit dwells within them.

We have spent time discussing the 8 beatitudes that Jesus says we are to have in order to be a better Christian. Then we began to look at the fruit of the spirit as outlined by Paul in Galatians 5: 22-23. Tonight, we take a look at JOY. One guy claims that his wife hasn’t spoken to him ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Up For Our Savior

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 4, 2008

If Jesus is our King, then we need to take a bold stand for the Lord. John the Baptist certainly did, and John’s story can help us take a stand today.

Stand Up for Our Savior Matthew 14:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 26, 2008 *Last Tuesday night, Greg Wilton asked a great question: “Who’s your King? -If Jesus is our King, then we need to take a bold stand for the Lord. John the Baptist certainly did, and John’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist