Sermons on Born In Bethlehem:

He Was Born To Be PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus as the Revealer of truth, the Conqueror of sin, and the Reconciler to God, encouraging us to experience and testify to His life-giving power.

Good morning, beloved family. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the shared ground of our faith. We are all here, gathered in His name, ready to hear His word. Let's start with the words of the scripture, from 1 John 1:1-3: "That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3

Topics: Birth, Jesus

Born Anew Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Experiencing God's overflowing love through being born anew, understanding God's love for the world, and realizing that Jesus came to save, not condemn.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something super important, and I've got a cool object lesson to help us understand it better. But first, let me ask you a question: Have you ever shaken a bottle of soda and then opened it? What happens? That's right, it explodes everywhere! Keep that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Topics: Divine Love, Overflowing Grace, Spiritual Abundance, God's Mercy

Born Again PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

Explores the transformative power of God's love and the spiritual rebirth that occurs when we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this glorious gathering of God's faithful. It's a joy to see you all here today, eager and ready to receive the word of the Lord. We are here, not as mere spectators, but as participants in the grand narrative of God's love and redemption. Today, we are going to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Topics: Renewal, Baptism, Born Again

Born Anew Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the concept of being "born anew" through faith in Christ, emphasizing the transformation and immersion into a life resembling Jesus', marked by daily crucifixion and resurrection, ultimately leading to entering the kingdom of God.

Hello church! I’m so glad to be with you today. I have this bottle of carbonated water with me. I want to use this bottle as an illustration of the incredible love God has for every one of us. What happens if I do this? [SHAKE BOTTLE] What’s going on inside the bottle? [Tremendous pressure ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Topics: Born Anew, Crucifixion, Resurrection

The Holy Innocents

Contributed by Kristopher Morris on Dec 26, 2003

This soon after celebrating Christmas we read the account of Herod’s slaughter of Bethlehem’s baby boys. What does this tragic story mean for us today?

The Holy Innocents Matthew 2: 1-18 December 28, 2003 Two weeks ago on my drive to church, the radio broadcast some spectacular news. I had to double check the dial to make sure this wasn’t some early morning comedian telling a joke. Nope, it was NPR, and yes it seemed what they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Journey From Bethlehem To Nazareth

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

We have our dreams for a perfect Christmas, but don't feel God has failed you if your dreams aren't met. Imagine how Mary's dreams for having a perfect birth for her baby were disrupted.

If we made a list of what it would take to make a perfect Christmas, it would be quite a list. Of course all the family needs to be together, all at the same time. Just that can be really complicated. For us, as near as we can tell, we’ll have one son coming in on the afternoon of the 25th and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

The Babe Of Bethlehem: Changing Lives Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Dec 21, 2015

What did Jesus specialize in when He walked this earth? If you ask this question to a group of people, you may get a variety of answers. Here is the answer: He specialized in changing lives!

The Babe Of Bethlehem: Changing Lives Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: 1. What did Jesus specialize in when He walked this earth? If you ask this question to a group of people, you may get a variety of answers. Some may say, "Healing people, teaching the Bible, fulfilling prophecy, doing good deeds, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Bible Church

How Bethlehem Missed Christmas

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 28, 2012

Don’t be so distracted with life that you miss Christ this Christmas.

How Bethlehem Missed Christmas December 16, 2007 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Don’t be so distracted with life that you miss Christ this Christmas. Focus Passage: Luke 2:1-20 Introduction: In December 1903, after many attempts, the Wright ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

God Choices For The Birth Of His Son

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jan 2, 2023

A wealthy Boston family held a christening party after the baptism of their baby. Guests and friends swarmed into their palatial home. Soon the party was in full swing.

A wealthy Boston family held a christening party after the baptism of their baby. Guests and friends swarmed into their palatial home. Soon the party was in full swing. People were having a wonderful time enjoying talking to one another, eating, drinking and being merry. Suddenly somebody asked, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 2:1, Luke 1:26-27

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! 1 And 2 Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2020

Christmas celebrates the birthday of the King of Kings. But what is the nature of this King, and why did He come?

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! 1 and 2 (topical, first two stanzas) 1. We associate many things with the Christmas season,including presents. 2. One Christmas my husband put an assortment of beauty products in my stocking. I tried one of the facial masks, and was about to wash it off when my ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-25, Jeremiah 23:5, Romans 5:10, Psalm 2:2-3, Hebrews 1:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Need The Heart Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 11, 2011

Part 3 in the series deals with what was in the heart of the shepherds, and why did God choose these shepherds to announce the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ?

What Does it Take to See Jesus? Christmas Series 2011 Part 3 – We Need the Heart of the Shepherds By Pastor James May We have seen from the Christmas Story that not everyone who lived in the land of Israel had the profound opportunity of seeing Jesus when he came into this world. Though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Message In A Manger

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 9, 2009

The hidden messages and deeper meanings of some of the Christmas story’s most enduring images. It is formatted in antiphonal fashion with Christmas carols interspersed throughout.

MESSAGE IN A MANGER Christmas Around The World—Part 2 This week Sarah and I are celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary. A few years back Sarah gave me one of the most thoughtful gifts for our anniversary. In fact it was several gifts. And I had the fun of opening several gifts throughout the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19

Denomination: *other

The Realization Of Christmas

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Dec 27, 2011

Propecy is fulfilled and a Saviour is born.

Recap of Last Week’s Message-- The Reason for Christmas (Gen. 3:15) The Realization of Christmas (Luke 2:1-20)-- Luke 2:1-20 Introduction May well be the most familiar and beloved portion all the Gospels. The story is old, but it is ever new; and Christians never tire of it. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting For Jesus: Joseph Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 3, 2011

When God asks you to step into the unknown, you may ask him for assurance.

Joseph couldn’t sleep. He had thought he would drop off immediately, after nearly twelve hours of travel through the rocky desert country south of Bethlehem. They had tried to get as much distance possible between them and Herod’s soldiers. But after he had made sure that Mary and the baby were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Us A Child Is Born

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 22, 2025

Isaiah's prophesy is filled with wonder and promise. Jesus fulfilled it upon His arrival and continues to fulfill it everyday.

Introduction: A. I want to begin with a quote from Frederick Buechner (Beekner), who was an American minister, theologian, and author of 39 books: “For outlandish creatures like us, on our way to a heart, a brain, and courage, Bethlehem is not the end of our journey but only the beginning - not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ