Sermons on Birth:

Witnesses For Jesus

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 28, 2014

We are witnesses by spiritual birth. Witnessing is who we are, more than what we do. We are not alone in witnessing for Christ.

John 15:26-27 “When the Counsellor comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who goes out from the Father, He will testify about me. 27And you also must testify, for you have been with me from the beginning.” We have come to the last lesson today. It has ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"our Wonderful Christ!"

Contributed by Grady H Moore on Feb 19, 2022

Isaiah, announcing Jesus’ birth, said HIS name would be called “Wonderful!” According to dictionaries, the word wonderful means… “Marvelous, Excellent”

I Yes….. He is Wonderful. He is Marvelous. He is Excellent. He is Amazing. I. Jesus was wonderful in His LIFE. Jesus was tempted in every way that we’re all tempted, yet He ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

"why Does The Resurrection Matter"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb.

Why does the Resurrection matter? John 20:1-20 History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb. History also records that in the year 483 BC that Buddha who about 80 at the time died from eating ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Dec 7, 2020

Hymns, holiday music are a big part of Christmas, but the greatest Christmas songs were written long before Christ's birth!

Intro: Among many things, holiday music, and hymns are a big part of the Christmas season and celebration! Why is that? As one music aficionado put it: There’s something about “that Christmas feeling” that words can’t describe, but the music can capture. There’s a feeling associated with the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-11

The Best Gift Of Christmas

Contributed by Tim Smith on Aug 13, 2017

The best gift is Jesus’ birth, the coming of the Messiah, the entry of God into the world. We learn three things from the gift of the Christ child

The Best Gift of Christmas Titus 3:4-8 Kelvin Parks tells the story of talking with his neighbor about whether he had completed his shopping. He said he had bought a diamond ring. Kelvin said his wife had her heart set on a new car…. A Cadillac Escalade. So he asked his neighbor, “Didn’t your wife ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-8, Titus 3:4

Denomination: Methodist

Shepherds?

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

It was lowly shepherds who got the most impressive announcement about the birth of the Messiah. That tells us a lot about the God we serve.

I think the presence of the shepherds has to be one of my favorite parts of the Christmas story. They don’t say much. They don’t do much. But it sure was important to God that they be there for the birth of Jesus. And that says a lot. When the time came to tell Zechariah about the birth of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Isaiah 57:15

Mary's Heart Beat Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 14, 2015

Just what was in Mary's heart that enabled her to conceive and give birth to the greatest Gift, God's Son?

Mary's Heart Beat Enjoying God's Favor Introduction: Christmas is upon us, everyone is busy making sure gifts are purchased, wrapped and placed under the tree for the up and coming Christmas celebration. Tis a season to show acts of charity and for many, to cling to those church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Service

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 17, 2018

This sermon takes an unusual twist and is an interesting take on "Christmas Service, as it looks at the attitudes of those associated with Jesus's birth.

Christmas Service Matthew 6:25-34 As you look at the screen, you may be thinking that today is our Christmas service, and you may be thinking of Christmas songs and a message, hopefully short, about the Christmas story, that is, the birth of our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Now, I really don’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Luke 14:27-28, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Foursquare

God Has Favourites Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 15, 2014

Christianity is unique in our belief that God has become one of us. and Mary waste one favoured by God to bring this miracle to birth.

The Incarnation’ as we call it, God becoming a human being, is the fundamental belief that sets us apart from Judaism and all other religious followings. It really is where the rubber hits the road in terms of the Christian faith. We Christians are the only people on this earth who believe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Anglican

Preferring Others In Giving Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jun 22, 2013

The new birth results in revolutionary change. “None but Christ can transform a burglar into a benefactor!” - John R.W. Stott

Dakota Community Church Ephesians 56, Grace at Work 26 June 23, 2013 Preferring Others in Giving We are given six behaviors we are to discontinue - because they destroy unity. We are given six replacement behaviors which will foster and protect unity. Instead of lying; speak truth ...having put ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Mennonite

"Room Wanted"

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 14, 2014

This text reminds us that since His birth, Christ has been seeking a place to stay; He wants to live in our hearts.

Room Wanted. Single male, non-smoker, is seeking a place to stay. Unselfish, good natured, and loves children. A real ‘can-do’ person, able to rise above problems. Great culinary skills (can work wonders with bread and fish) and has experience in wine making. Outstanding skills in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Stinks! Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

There is much that stinks in this world, but Jesus' birth in a smelly manger reminds us that Jesus can be born in us. A brief sermon for Christmas Eve.

Christmas stinks! Or, so would say the Grinch who stole Christmas. You remember the Grinch? The slinky, green ogre of a character created by Dr. Seuss whose heart was too small to love and appreciate Christmas. We know the story. All the Who’s down in Whoville make the Grinch cringe with all their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

A Plea To Reutrn To God

Contributed by Arthur Horne on Nov 18, 2000

Using the Old Testament Prophets to show a modern day need of returning to the Lord that so obviously birthed this nation called the United States

Probably nowhere in the Bible is the tenderness of the relationship between the Lord and His subjects better demonstrated than in these two passages. In Ezekiel 16 the Lord wonderfully reminds Israel of the way that He founded the nation. A people not loved by anyone. He demonstrates this by using ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Makes Jesus So Special?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

Why Christmas is such an important celebration and why 2000 years after His birth, Jesus Christ is worthy of our trust, love, and devotion.

In less than two weeks it will be Christmas and almost all of us will celebrate the birth of someone born 2000 years ago. Why? That is the question of the day. What makes Jesus Christ so special? Why isn't the birthday of Mohammed, Confucius, or Buddha the biggest holiday of the year? Why does our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Gift For The Lowliest Servants (Shepherds)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 26, 2000

The story of the faithful shepherds on the night of Jesus’ birth shows us how God in grace can give the greatest blessings to the humblest of servants.

THE GREATEST GIFT FOR THE LOWLIEST SERVANTS (Shepherds) (LUKE 2:8-20) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is loacted at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/shepherds.html] REBOUND Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6, Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible