Sermons on Birth Announcement:

Setting A Good Example (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 15, 2018

In week one we saw how Jesus set a good example. In week two we saw how Paul set a good example. Last week we saw that we can learn from bad examples, too. Today, we'll finish the series by looking at some more good examples so we can set a good example.

SETTING A GOOD EXAMPLE (part four) In week one we saw how Jesus set a good example. In week two we saw how Paul set a good example. Last week we saw that we can learn from bad examples, too. Today, we'll finish the series by looking at some more good examples so we can set a good example. 1) Mary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10, James 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Jubilee Ministry

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 29, 2003

Jesus announced the Jubilee and set the tone for what Christian ministry must be.

Jubilee Vendee- September 24, 2003 After Jesus was baptized, he spent 40 days in a wilderness area, in prayer and drawing close to God, and under attack from the one who wanted to topple him from his high position of Messiah. Jesus won! He returned from the wilderness ready for his ministry and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:8-17, Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deciding To Surrender It All Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Dec 4, 2010

Look at the Decision Mary made when she received an announcement from the Gabriel

I. THE HEAVENLY PLAN STATED (26-33) A. Notice the relationship that was desired B. Notice the response that was disturbing II. THE HARD PROBLEM STUDIED (34-37) A. The objection presented B. The outcome promised III. THE HUMBLE PRAYER SUBMITTED (38) A. His work - “handmaid" ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Pomp And Circumstance

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Palm Sunday, the entrance of Jesus announcing the long-awaited Messiah, the King of the Jews

Background to passage: Sometimes called the Christ Hymn, it’s Paul’s passage about the person of Jesus, his incarnation/humiliation, death, and exaltation. Since today is Palm Sunday, I want to look at one aspect of the entrance of Jesus into the city - his kingship. At least some of the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Revelation 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Advent Gospels: Luke Series

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Feb 27, 2011

This message looks at what it means to "carry Christ into Christmas" by looking at the oft-neglected story of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth in Luke’s Gospel.

“Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?” So cries an exasperated Charlie Brown in the classic A Charlie Brown Christmas. Amid the commercialism, the materialism and the general confusion of the holiday, Charlie Brown seeks merely to understand. Understanding has been our goal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Glory To God In The Highest And... Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 1, 2007

the miracle of Christ’s birth

Glory to God in the Highest and… Luke 2:1-20 The Mass of Christ! † In the name of Jesus! † May you know, and realize, the grace of God our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, is yours! One birth – among 32000 per day 480 per minute, one every 7 seconds in the USA. Yet, the world celebrates one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Savior, Christ The Lord

Contributed by Maureen Hull on Jan 1, 2026

An exposition of Luke 2:8-20

Peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. It's wonderful to be worshiping with you this morning. As we sang the beautiful words that we just heard from one another, fall on your knees. Hear the angels proclaim. And this should prepare us for the text at hand. We have been traversing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

I Can't Keep It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores the joy found in obedience to God's will and fellowship, as exemplified by Mary and Elizabeth in the announcement of Jesus.

Good morning, beloved family of faith, I am so glad that we are gathered here today under the banner of His love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. It's a wonderful day to bask in the light of God's Word, to let its truth seep into our hearts, and to allow it to transform us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Joy

Where Is Peace?

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Dec 7, 2014

Perhaps the most commonly misused and misapplied word in the language of man, is ‘love.’ If so, then surely the second most misused and misapplied word is, ‘peace.'

Where is Peace? Scripture: Luke 2:12-2:14 12. “This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13. And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, 14. “Glory to God in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christmas Spiritual Contrasts

Contributed by Jay Bunting on Dec 25, 2017

A look at the spiritual reactions to the birth of the Christ.

Luke 2:1-20 Christmas contrasts It is a time of great rejoicing in the palace, for a prince has just been born. Near the throne there is a lively discussion going on as the king’s advisers are making their suggestions concerning the best way to announce to the wonderful news. They have suggested ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Christmas Series Christmas Party: The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 3, 2019

May we remember that Jesus Christ came to save everyone from the greatest to the least and everyone in between no matter what. May we have a healthy fear, awe, and respect for our God Almighty. May we commit ourselves to being witnesses about the birth of Christ.

CHRISTMAS SERIES CHRISTMAS PARTY: THE SHEPHERDS LUKE 2:8-20, #ChristmasParty CHRISTMAS SERIES 12/1 Christmas Party: The Angels 12/8 Christmas Party: The Shepherds 12/15 Christmas Party: The Protesters (Herod) 12/22 Christmas Party: The Birthday Boy INTRODUCTION… ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Is Born, God With Us

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005

Let us visit the old, old story once more about Jesus and HIS love...

Luke 2:1-7 (KJV) And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. [2] (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) [3] And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. [4] And Joseph also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Promise Keeper Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 12, 2024

Jewish people were holding on to promises made to Abraham thousands of years earlier.

Promise Keeper Christmas Eve 2024 My parents never made empty promises to me. They were always honest with me. I was asked recently what I know to be true about God. 1. He’s good. 2. He loves us. 3. He keeps His promises. Because of my parent’s honesty, I’ve found it easier to believe in a God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas: Gifts Of The Magi (Gold) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024

In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part one: Gold.

The Gifts of the Magi (Gold) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/10/2017 Christmas is a time of giving. And that means Christmas is a time of shopping. Ever since the wise men from the east showed up at the stable carrying gold, frankincense, and myrrh, people have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian Church

The Gift Of Christmas 2015

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 12, 2016

Christmas is more than the buying of presents. It is celebrating the birth of Christ and what His birth means for us.

The gift of Christmas 2015 Luke 2:8-15 Introduction- We are 5 days away from Christmas! I hope that you have a good handle on present buying, have at least bought the food, and you have a game plan on how you will get to see or talk to those that are important to you. I said last week ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Nazarene