Sermons on Bottle Babies:

Gospel In A Shoebox

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 30, 2020

Some Christians put on “sneakers,” “running shoes,” “flip-flops,” and “baby-shoes” – when what we ought to be putting on is combat boots! Full of anecdotes, illustrations, and good humor.

GOSPEL IN A SHOEBOX Eph. 6:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. The was a legalistic Bible college student who wanted to have a scriptural basis for everything he did. He wanted to be able to quote a Bible verse for everything he did. All went fine until he fell in love with a beautiful girl. 2. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gift Of New Tongues Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 22, 2018

To establish that the gift of speaking in tongues – was granted by the direct empowerment of the Holy Spirit - or by the “laying on of hands” by the apostles. If the gift of new tongues was part of the infant church; are they necessary today?

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Confusion with New Tongues 2. Commission of New Tongues 3. Conclusion of New Tongues Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “The gift of new tongues.” It is important to understand the work and purpose of the “gift of new tongues” in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, Acts 11:15-17, Acts 10:44, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Search Of A Man

Contributed by Evangelist Ron Freeman on Aug 17, 2003

To establish that God is always in search of faithful men to go for him unto others who are seeking his will and way.

INTRODUCTION: A. Aim: To discuss the theme: "In search of a man." B. Pro: To establish that God is always in search of faithful men to go for him unto others who are seeking his will and way. C. Text: Isa 6:8; Acts 8:25ff D. Outline: 1. God Sought For A Man - Found Philip: 2. Philip ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Saved?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 6, 2005

While we’re attempting to reach "Harry and Sally" with updated methods and terminology, let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water

“But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out upon us richly through Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Orthodox

Designing For A Successful Launch Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 30, 2006

2 of 4 messages on Parenthood. This message focuses on Jesus treatment of children in Mark 10:13-16. This was also a Baby Dedication Day

Parenthood – Designing Kids for a Successful Launch The Unchanging Principles of Parenting What does it take to really launch a kid into life successfully? This is an important question! Parents spend thousands of dollars on educational toys, computers with internet access, special schools, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas In Its Christian Context

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Dec 27, 2002

Since Christmas is more than merely a baby in a manger, we need to celebrate this holiday realizing the full scope of Christ’s incarnation.

Christmas In Its Christian Context Text: Isa.7: 14; Luke 2: 6-7 Intro: We Christians often complain that Christmas has become so commercialized that its real meaning has become all but totally obscured. That complaint is certainly warranted, for in the secular world, Christmas seems to be far ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Obedient Observer Observes Orthodoxy Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Dec 27, 2007

The Holy Family goes to the Temple for the presentation of Jesus and finds two saints who preach two powerful messages concerning the Baby and the family.

LUKE 2:21-40 OBEDIENT OBSERVER OBSERVES ORTHODOXY I. HIS OBEDIENCE: A. Obligatory. B. Offering. C. Optimism. II. HIS OBSERVATIONS: A. Obsequious B. Occupant. C. Orations. III. HIS ONUSES: A. Obfuscating. B. Ominous. C. Optimistic. I come now to my third sermon in this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Methodist

The Servant In The Barn Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 8, 2013

What can the story of a baby born in a manger tell us about being a servant like Jesus would want us to be?

OPEN: There’s a story about church whose Sunday School decided to allow the children to stage their own impromptu Christmas pageant. The teachers read the story and provided some props; then they just stood off to the side and let the kids dramatize it on their own. One girl grabbed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Magi’s Prescient Gifts (Full Version) Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 20, 2020

Nothing is in God’s Word by accident. The gifts given to Jesus by the Magi tell us some important things about this baby in a manger.

The Magi’s Prescient Gifts (Full Version) Chuck Sligh December 20, 2020 A PowerPoint presentation for this message is available by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Matthew 2:1-12 – “Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Root Of Faith

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 14, 2019

Demonstration of the power of God after preaching Jesus, who He is and Him crucified provides a foundation for the faith of new converts and baby Christians

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE ROOT OF FAITH* 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 2 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to know any thing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Putting The World Right Again

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 17, 2019

Mary had pretty impressive understanding of what God was doing as she treasured in her heart the thoughts about the baby in her womb

This morning we’ll continue following the Christmas story through the eyes of Mary, the mother of Jesus, an amazing young woman. Think with me about what must have been going through Mary’s mind and the emotions she felt in the early months of her pregnancy with Jesus. She had seen an angel who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:29-36

Sermon On A Sacred Birth

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 30, 2024

Birth is generally defined as the emergence of a baby or other young from the body of its mother. It encompasses the start of life as a physically separate being.

Richelle E. Goodrich, an American author once remarked: “New light in the sky announces a sacred birth. Shine brightly young star. Hallelujah song carries on a gentle wind, heralding a king. Shepherds lift their heads, not to gaze at a new light but to hear angels. ‘Unto you is born in the city of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:6-7, John 1:14, Micah 5:2

We Should Be Stepping Stones, Not Stumbling Stones

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Apr 28, 2024

Apostle Paul discusses the believers' responsibilities and treatment toward those brethren who are "baby Christian" or weak in faith.

I. Avoid Ourselves To Be STUMBLING Block 1. We must SUSPEND our judgment *verse 10, (we have no RIGHT to judge and RIDICULE anyone) "You, then, why do you judge your brother? Or why do you look down on your brother? For we will all stand before God’s judgment seat." 2. We are SUBJECT ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joy Of Believing

Contributed by Christopher Young on Mar 29, 2010

I believe that there are three different type of people in this world, those who see the glass as ½ empty, those that see it as ½ full, and those who wonder why we're not using bottled water. It always amazes me to think about how we all complain about al

The Joy In Believing Philippians 3 1) Intro: i) Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: "I might have entered the ministry if certain clergymen I knew had not looked and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Leaves Are One The Trees

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 22, 2023

My mother tells the story of when I was 4 years old, and she was pregnant with my brother Mark. My mother says when she was pregnant that I would always ask her when is the baby coming and she says she told me “When the leaves come on the trees that the baby would be here”.

“The Leaves are on the Trees.” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - 2 Timothy 4:1-5 says, “I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; Preach the word, be instant in season, out of season, reprove, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32, Luke 21:29-32

Denomination: Apostolic