Sermons on C Advent 4:

No God - No Peace / Know God - Know Peace Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 10, 2012

The angels proclaimed it, Jesus promised it, and we earnestly seek it but the world doesn't know it - peace - the promise of Christmas.

No God, No Peace; Know God, Know Peace “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6-13

Denomination: *other

Joseph Preaches About Jesus

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 18, 2012

A short talk for children aged 5 to 11 plus their teachers and parents. This is Joseph (preaching in character) telling a bit of his story. The talk ends with a short song using the chorus of the well known carol O, Come let us adore him.

Hello everyone my name’s Joe – bet you don’t know what Joe is short for! Yes, that’s right, it is Joseph! Well, you’ll never believe some of the amazing and weird stuff that’s happened to me and my fiancée this year. No way will you believe it. My fiancée, my lovely girlfriend, my wife-to-be, she ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

"Changing Thermometers"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 14, 2011

A sermon about joy versus happiness.

Romans 16:25-27 “Changing Thermometers” A British medical doctor shared a story about his interaction with Doris, an 82-year-old hospital patient. Two days before Christmas, Doris appeared to be healthy and ready to be discharged. But for some reason she kept complaining about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gifting Of Grace

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 10, 2009

Communion message the second Sunday of Advent. Gifting doesn’t come from stores but from our Lord in the incarnation of the Eternal Son, Jesus Christ

Gift-wrap has either been tossed out or neatly put away and saved for another time. Boxes may have been recycled and hopefully the toys aren’t all broken yet. CD’s have been played, DVD’s watched and those new clothes worn. Christmas is officially over. So what’s the good news? It is a mixed bag. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mary’s Song Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 7, 2009

The central characters in the Christmas story almost instantly responded to the events surrounding the birth of Jesus with songs.

The Songs of Christmas Sermon # 2 “Mary’s Song” Luke 1:28-35, 46-55 Last week we began a series entitled “The Songs of Christmas.” We are examining some of the central ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-55

Denomination: Baptist

Generosity For A Selfish Age Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 8, 2009

God’s answer to growing our hearts three sizes larger is to live for Christ and one way we do this is to give generously, hilariously to others

Wheaton College, outside of Chicago, is home to The Billy Graham Center. It houses an auditorium, classrooms, and a museum containing priceless artifacts. A fire burned part of the room in 2004 sending thick black smoke visible four miles away. When the alarm sounded some immediately evacuated ...read more

Scripture: John 3:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Redeeming One’s Life From Meh! Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 8, 2009

Growing our hearts three sizes larger takes not only giving but a redemptive type of giving. It seeks the best for others and is carried out with a sense of rejoicing

A few of you understand the sermon title but some will be mystified by the word "meh". Is there someone who would like to try to define it for us? It is a slang term that communicates an attitude of apathy or indifference toward something. My favorite definition is that meh is a verbal shrug. What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Noble Vessels Series

Contributed by Mark Opseth on Dec 18, 2011

This is part four in the Carpenter's Workshop Christmas series. The Master Carpenter is preparing for himself a gift - the Church, the Bride - to be presented to him at His Second Coming. This message addresses us as noble vessels.

Just one week before Christmas. Imagine all the workshops – some like this one – running full steam, working hard to finish their Christmas gifts. Woodchips and sawdust cover the floor, reminding us that each project took time and care to transform a piece of wood into something to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Springtime, Even Amid The Winter Of Your Sins

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Dec 6, 2010

. Today--despite what your eyes of experience tell you--our Lord Jesus Christ tells us to see a hidden reality with our eyes of faith.

Intro Rejoice, O royal priesthood! Lift your heads, O saints of God! Look and see that your Salvation is coming. Be no longer downcast and disheartened. Today--despite what your eyes of experience tell you--our Lord Jesus Christ tells us to see a hidden reality with our eyes of faith. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Lutheran

The Fruit Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 10, 2014

It might just be that the most important fruit you give or receive this year will be the fruit of patience.

“The Difference Christmas Makes: The Fruit of Christmas” Exodus 34:1-10; 2 Pt. 3:8-18 “I can’t wait!” “I want it now!” “Why does it take so long?” “Hurry up!” Sound familiar? What makes you impatient? The wait in line at the store ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Characters Of Christmas: Joseph Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at Joseph's place at the manger.

There is no greater Christmas classic than Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life, and there is no greater Christmas character than poor George Bailey. He’s even referred to several times throughout the film as “poor George.” You’re probably familiar with the story. George Bailey is introduced to us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Characters Of Christmas: Mary Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at Mary's place at the manger.

Have you heard words like this before? There is no way. This won't work. It's impossible. I can't do it. I can't handle it. I can't keep going. I'm not gonna’ make it. Those words sound familiar to anybody? They are the words of defeat and pessimism and yet they are words that all of us do battle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

Just A Sliver Of Light

Contributed by Vincent Waln on Dec 21, 2017

Homily for a Christmas Candlelight Service

Just a few months ago... in August, 1000's of people in this country... my wife and myself included... traveled 100's of miles to be in the path of a couple moments of darkness. To witness a celestial event that occurs… when an astronomical object is temporarily obscured, by passing into the ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Highly Favored Series

Contributed by Randy Shepard on Jan 5, 2019

God's grace is the only thing that makes one highly favored

This morning I want you to think back to your teen years. I realize that might be easier for some of us than others, but I want you to think back what you were doing around the age of 14. Did you live on a farm? Or in town? Where were you going to school? Maybe for some of you, you were not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: United Methodist

We Interrupt Your Slumber For This Important Announcement

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 5, 2018

What is signified by the birth of John the Baptist?

We Interrupt Your Slumber for this Important Announcement! Luke 1:67-80 It had been a long time since Israel had heard the voice of God speaking through one of His prophets. It had been 400 years since Malachi, the last of the prophets had spoken. This prophet had spoken of a restoration of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80, Luke 1:68-79, Isaiah 40:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible