Sermons on Census:

Joseph's Dream

Contributed by Evan G. Wittig on Dec 23, 2012

This sermon tells the Christmas story from Joseph's point of view. He has a vision of Jesus in heaven.

Joseph’s Dream Joseph was a well respected man in Nazareth. He was a very good carpenter and known for his integrity and hard work. He was very generous with the poor and with widows. When he became engaged to a young maiden named Mary, he anticipated a simple life of work, prayer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas - A Story Glazed Over

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 3, 2011

Let's put aside our familiarity of the Christmas story, and dig in with an open heart and mind to the message at hand.

2010.12.24.Sermon.Christmas Eve William Akehurst, HSWC Revisiting this old story, with an open mind and heart. Listen and don’t glaze over. There is more than meets the eye when we delve in. Luke 2:1-20 Matthew 2:1-12 I don’t know who to give credit to for this message. I had read ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All About Asking

Contributed by Steve Sheek on Feb 12, 2018

Daughters of Zelophehad went against current custom to ask for their inheritance. By asking God amended the Law.

Chapter 26, the last chapter in last week’s parsha was the report of a census taken at God’s command. In this census, just prior to going into the Land, all the tribes are listed and their population of men is recorded. Note I said men, not men, women, and children. Society in those days was ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 27:1-11, Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: *other

Unto Us A King Is Born Series

Contributed by Tim Strickland on Dec 6, 2014

Calling the World to the Truth of Christ Jesus this Christmas. Feel free to use any or all parts of this sermon.

12/6/2014 Pastor Tim J Strickland Friendly Center Baptist Church Unto Us a King is Born This sermon is part of a series of sermons written for Christmas this year titled “The only Gift that Matters”. Last Sunday we learned from scripture, in Isaiah 9:6 “that unto us a child was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:16

Denomination: Baptist

"bethlehem"

Contributed by John Huyser on Dec 10, 2024

Why would the wise men go to Jerusalem? Why would they connect the special star in the sky to a king's birth? Scripture must be the answer, but how?

Last week, we covered Joseph’s first dream in Matthew 1 and its related tie-in to Isaiah's prophecy. For Matthew's intended Jewish readers, we uncovered many details that would shock them. If you missed last week, you can listen to it as a devotion at fruitportcrc.org. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Micah 5:2

Jesus Is The Reason For The Season

Contributed by Pepe Gonzales on Dec 20, 2025

Christmas is about Miracles and A Baby born of a Virgin and how God became a man!

Luke 2:1-14……. In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. This was the first census that took place while Cyrenius was governor of Syria. And everyone went to their own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Numbers Series

Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 6, 2011

FOCAL POINT: OBEDIENCE AND BLESSINGS

NUMBERS PART 1 OF A 2 PART SERIES NUMBERS 12: 6-8 FOCAL POINT: OBEDIENCE AND BLESSINGS INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF NUMBERS: THE BOOK GET ITS NAME FROM TWO CENSUS REPORTS RECORDED IN CHAPTER 1 AND 26. THE WRITING GOES BACK TO THE EXODUS OF ISRAEL OUT OF EGYPTIAN BONDAGE. THE STORY STARTS AT ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Unmasking Satan’s Strategies: Discernment Vs. Suspicion (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023

The devil is a cruel cunning foe. To be vigilant against his attacks is not only a duty but also a mandatory essential to life.

And Satan stood up against Israel and provoked David to number Israel. (1 Chronicle 21:1) When marriages disintegrate, churches split into several fragments, governments collapse, and institutions go bankrupt, who do you think is the supreme architect of these evil situations? Believe me, it is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21, 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Inspection Gate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 6, 2021

This is the 10th sermon in the Series "Rebuild The Gates".

Series: Rebuild The Gates [#10] THE INSPECTION GATE Nehemiah 3:31-32 Introduction: As we have traveled around the City of Jerusalem with Nehemiah, we have come to the last gate. Before we look at this last gate, I want to quickly review all of the gates. 1. The Sheep Gate: The sacrifice of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Voice Of One Crying In The Wilderness

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

The ministry of John the Baptist.

THE VOICE OF ONE CRYING IN THE WILDERNESS Text: Matthew 3:1 – 12 Introduction: · All the preparations for a new baby · Preparations by God the Father · Angels, stars, census, details according to prophecy (virgin, Bethlehem) · Cap it all off with a special messenger – John the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Our Ministry Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Our ministry has to do with a message and that message is about a man, Master and Messiah. He’s the “miracle man” (birth, life, death) – we just call Him Jesus.

OUR MINISTRY II CORINTHIANS 5:18-20 INTRODUCTION: Our ministry has to do with a message and that message is about a man, Master and Messiah. He’s the “miracle man” (birth, life, death) – we just call Him Jesus. Paul had gone to Corinth and established the church. As founding pastor he knew ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The True Meaning Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 8, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance of Christmas and what it means for our lives today.

The True Meaning of Christmas Christmas is a time of joy, giving, and celebration for people all around the world. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's easy to lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-20, Romans 5:8-11

The Joyous Birth Of Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A festive celebration of the birth of Jesus, as observed by Christians worldwide.

A. The Birth of a King (Prince George) The birth of Prince George, the firstborn son of Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, captured the attention of the world. The media frenzy surrounding this event was unprecedented, with reporters scrambling to gather any news about the royal baby. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Topics: Christmas, Nativity

Don't Be Afraid, Remember The Lord

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on May 29, 2002

Patriotic sermon used for Memorial Day, or modifed for other patriotic events. Deals with issues still worth fighting for as Christians. Interesting statistical illustration of all those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Title: Don’t Be Afraid, Remember the Lord 05/26/02 West Side Text: Nehemiah 4:14,20 A.M. Service Purpose: Memorial Day sermon dealing with those issues that are worth fighting for as a Christian. *************************************************************** Introduction “So to the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:14-20

Denomination: Nazarene

7 Ways To Love Your Mother

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 6, 2004

Love her verbally, physically, patiently, attentively, gratefully, generously, honorably. Link to Formatted Text and Powerpoint Presentation included.

7 Ways to Love Your Mother John 19:26-27 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html This sermon at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/7WaysLoveMother.html -------------------------------------- Mary witnessed the crucifixion from the foot ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, John 19:26

Denomination: Baptist