Sermons on Bethlehem:

Preparing For Christmas

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Dec 23, 2006

This sermon is written to remind us believers and non believers alike of our need not to be carried away by the activities of the Christmas season.

Topic: Preparing for Christmas Text: Math. 2: 1-12. By: Pastor: Dr. ’Sola ONI Houston South Foursquare Church, 8001 South Kirkwood(by Beechnut) Houston, TX 77072 Introduction: Preparations are being made here and there for the Xmas celebration. Our houses are being given a facelift with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Vision For A New Year

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 29, 2006

What does the dedication of Jesus have to say to us about our New Year

If you were here early, you might have wondered at the music playing. After all, you don’t often have hymns combined with 1960’s pop music. They were chosen because of their theme. Each promotes a vision, a seeing, a looking forward to something and a hope in the coming days. That was part of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tin

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 24, 2007

Riches untold - so often unknown

KB 23-12-07 THE TIN – Riches untold Story: In the late nineteenth Century in South Africa, an old man was digging for gold in a river bed. He had been at it for many years. Every now and then he found a little bit of gold, not enough to make him rich – but just enough to maintain his ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Riches Untold

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 1, 2006

Advent - a time to reflect on God’s "Uncut Diamonds"

New Romney 03-12-06 THE TIN – Riches untold Story: In the late nineteenth Century in South Africa, an old man was digging for gold in a river bed. He had been at it for many years. Every now and then he found a little bit of gold, not enough to make him rich – ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Anglican

The Cradle The Cross The Crown Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Dec 10, 2006

Sermon for Christmas About Christ the Cradle The cross the Crown

This sermon is one that I found and modified to fit who I am but I dont take 100% credit for it "The Cradle, The Cross, The Crown" Text: Matthew 1:18-2:21 Introduction: It goes without saying that the date for Christ’s birth remains a mystery and that December 25th was in ancient times a Roman ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Unwrapped

Contributed by Jane Willis on Dec 25, 2004

What is the hurry to pack away the creche and baby Jesus? Lets leave him out as a reminder of the great joy of the Christmas season.

Jesus Unwrapped Matthew 2: 13-15 An angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. "Get up," he said, "take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the child to kill him." 14So he got up, took the child and his mother during ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Congregational

Christ' Baptism

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 8, 2005

Jesus identifies with us in baptism

NR 09-01-05 The Baptism of Jesus Story: Many of us are still shocked by the Tsunami that struck in the early hours of Boxing Day 2004. It was caused by the Australian and Eurasian tectonic plates in the earth’s crust moved violently against each other. The resulting earthquake was so intense ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-25

Denomination: Anglican

The Day Of Syn

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 24, 2006

Dr Syn’s sermon

Dr Syn’s sermon: (The initial story is taken from the Book Dr. Syn- I am playing the part in an eighteenth century Evensong) Just the other day, I was round at the Court House for a port with Captain Collyer, the Squire and Dr Pepper. And the conversation turned to the subject of the Southern ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-14

Denomination: Anglican

True Obedience Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 6, 2006

We must be obedient when God calls us...

Date Written: May 29, 2006 Date Preached: May 31, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Basic Bible Studies Sermon Title: True Obedience Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 17:15-20 Introduction: What is obedience? The world seems to believe obedience is simply doing what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Advent 4 - (Peace) 2006 Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

A sermon for the fourth Sunday in Advent. Peace.

"Peace" When I look back to memories of Christmas past, particularly memories of Christmas as a child, I always find that I remember Christmas Eve more than I remember Christmas Day. I wonder why that is? Perhaps it is the sense of build-up and expectation, the sense of excitement about what is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Mother's Faith

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 11, 2008

A message of encouragement for Mother’s Day 2008 based on Timothy’s mother, Eunice, and grandmother, Lois.

A Mother’s Faith 2 Timothy 1:5-6 Introduction Last Sunday we celebrated Homecoming here at Bethlehem Baptist, and this Sunday we have another celebration – Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is always the time when we remember to get the cards in the mail, order the flowers for our loved ones, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary, Ark Of The Covenant

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 11, 2013

The woman of the Visitation and the woman of the Book of Revelations are one person, the Mother of Jesus.

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 2013 The New Ark In the year 1981 a feature movie was released that immediately made Harrison Ford a household name, and that reminded the general public of something from the Bible. The movie was called “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” and the Ark in ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

"Christ Is Christmas"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 23, 2013

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

"Christ Is Christmas" Luke 2:1-14 After Jesus was born, He was wrapped in strips of cloth and placed in a manger. A manger, of course, is a feeding trough from which donkeys, horses, and other animals eat. I don't know about you, but when I think of the manger I picture it made out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

A Still Small Voice

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Jun 15, 2014

The still small voice of the Lord succeeds where others fail and are of no avail.

Quotes: “There is nothing that moves a loving father's soul quite like his child's cry.” ~ Joni Eareckson Tada “When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry.” ~ William Shakespeare “He didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Revelation Of Satan's Defeat Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 23, 2011

Satan is a defeated foe.

[If you would like to receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] THE WOMAN, THE CHILD, AND THE DRAGON Who do the three characters of Revelation 12 represent? The woman represents the messianic community (first Israel and then the church). In the Old Testament, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist