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The Gift Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 13, 2009

This sermon unpacks the gift of the Christ child with the gifts we recieve each Christmas and draws similarities.

‘THE GIFT’ matt.2.1-15. • Who likes giving and receiving gifts? Which do you prefer? Receiving or Giving? I suppose the smart answer is that we prefer to give, but I’ve got to be honest I love receiving, If were to look at our society today I would say that the majority of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Advent 2 2018 - Observing Mary Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 13, 2018

Some tend to over emphasize Mary; while others tend to nearly dismiss her. What can we learn from Scriptures that show us the heart of Mary? Mary is indeed a good example for us to follow.

Observing Mary Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder. And His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-20, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:18, Luke 1:34, Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 1:38, Luke 1:46-48, Luke 2:29-32, John 7:3-5, Luke 2:33, Luke 2:51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Adoption As Sons

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

The believer has received the spirit of adoption whereby we cry Abby, Father

Adoption as Sons 2 Corinthians 6:14/18 Romans 8:14/15 “For as many as are led by the spirit of God, they are the sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” In these verses God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

Baptism 2015

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 26, 2015

Baptism. Why do we observe the sacrament of believer baptism instead of infant baptism? Why do we celebrate the dedication of a child to God instead of baptizing them right then and there? We will attempt to answer these questions in this sermon.

(Illustration ...) Aman lived in a country where a person’s religion was stamped on their birth certificate. His said muslim. He grew up in a muslim household. He was taken each week to the mosque. He read the koran. He kept all of the religious observances that he knew of. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Making Room For Christmas

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

The good news this Christmas is that you can be God’s child, if you will receive Him into your life.

[ Matthew 1:18-25; 2:1-6 - Read at start of worship ] I want to again express a special welcome… especially to those who may have come for the first time. I know it’s no small thing to come to a gathering with people you don’t yet know. I’d like to reassure you that most of those here are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Majesty In A Manger

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2005

The child in the manger was no mere child. In this sermon we investigate all the Jesus is.

A. Most of you are aware that the date for Christ’s birth remains a mystery and that December 25th was in ancient times a Roman holiday to celebrate the passing of the winter solstice and the lengthening of the days which would lead to spring and summer. 1. Many centuries ago this date was chosen ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New You In Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008

Men are born into spiritual slavery; no one is born free.

1. v1 - Shall we continue in sin so that grace may abound? • It’s an interesting question and unfortunately it comes up all too often among Christians. • The thought that we can continue in sin and bring about some heavenly benefit through earthly means. SOMEONE ONCE SAID that if you ‘truly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

But His Father Was A Greek

Contributed by James May on Jun 15, 2008

Timothy’s father was a heathen, and he was teaching his son the ways of the Greeks. But Paul became his spiritual father and taught Timothy the ways of the Lord. Which father are you?

But His Father Was a Greek By Pastor Jim May In the life of every child there are two people who, above all others in their lives, stand out as examples for them to follow. Nearly all of the lessons learned in the early years of childhood are learned from those two people. From Mom and Dad they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Answer For Troubled Times Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

This message was from the funeral of a Christian young person who died unexpectedly. It does not seek to answer all of the questions of their death, but point us to the one with the answers.

MESSAGE - God’s Answer For Troubled Times There are times that test the soul. This is one of those times. It is at times like this that we wonder if anyone has ever experienced pain and loneliness so intently. This is the moment that that one pivotal question swirls unanswered and ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hope Of Glory Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 9, 2012

This concept of future glory in relation to present suffering becomes the theme of our present passage. The afflictions which we are call on to endure are not only consistent to being a child of God but may come because we are a child of God. But they co

ROMANS 8: 18-25-27 THE HOPE OF GLORY [2 Corinthians 4:15-18] The preceding verse introduced the thought of participating in the suffering of Christ so that we may participate in the glory of Christ (8:17). This concept of future glory in relation to present suffering becomes the theme of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Unique Sign

Contributed by Warren Bird on Dec 15, 2002

Why did the shepherds get excited when told that a baby had been born? Why did Simeon and Anna get excited when they saw the baby Jesus? A baby!! So what? So everything - this was the hopes and fears of all the years meeting in Bethlehem that night.

Introduction When a baby is born the new parents get all sorts of different reactions from family and friends: • “Oh, how lovely!” • “Look, he’s got his dad’s eyes!” • “Doesn’t she look just like her mum?” • or, simply, “oh!” But when Mary gave birth to her first son in a stable in Bethlehem ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Challenged By Change

Contributed by Harold White on Jan 5, 2001

Changes will come, but God is in charge of the changes.

Challenged By Change! Hebrews 11:25; Malachi 3:6 Incredible changes have taken place in the past hundred years. We are experiencing more change than ever in history. The rate of change is so great that we barely catch our breath before another blast of change slams into us. Everything we’re ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:25, Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Baptist

Curses Of The Woman

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 15, 2015

To show that the pain, suffering in pregnancy and childbearing and the submission of wife to the husband is part of the curse of the woman who led Adam to sin as well.

I. EXORDIUM: Are we still under the curse? Not anymore because of the cross of CHRIST Galatians 3:13 (Amplified Bible) Christ purchased our freedom [redeeming us] from the curse (doom) of the Law [and its condemnation] by [Himself] becoming a curse for us, for it is written [in the Scriptures], ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Star Trek Episode 1: The Search For A Child That Revealed The Hearts Of Men

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 6, 2013

What do we learn about ourselves from the magi's search for Jesus?

OK all you Trekkies, you fans of everything Captain Kirk and Klingon, can you tell me when the first Star Trek episode aired? Was it in 1959, 1966, or 1971? If you answered 1966, you are correct - partially. 1966 was the year the crew of the Enterprise took off for the stars on prime time TV. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

You Are God's Masterpiece, His Signature Work

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 11, 2009

Just like a Picasso is easily recognized as a Picasso because of the characteristics of the artist in his work so we too, as we allow Him to develop us as He desires will bear the noticeable characteristics of God Himself to all who see us.

God’s Signature Work Eph. 2:10 - “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” The Author: Heb.12:2 - “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith...” Some turns in the story are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational