Sermons on Christmas Angel:

Christmas Stinks! Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

There is much that stinks in this world, but Jesus' birth in a smelly manger reminds us that Jesus can be born in us. A brief sermon for Christmas Eve.

Christmas stinks! Or, so would say the Grinch who stole Christmas. You remember the Grinch? The slinky, green ogre of a character created by Dr. Seuss whose heart was too small to love and appreciate Christmas. We know the story. All the Who’s down in Whoville make the Grinch cringe with all their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Hope Of Christmas

Contributed by David Radcliff on Nov 30, 2017

Man’s hope is usually built on what we expect, want, or desire to happen. But the Bible never allows the Child of God to build our hope on the likes of Man, but we are allowed to build our hope on the immutability of God Himself.

THE HOPE OF CHRISTMAS Isaiah 9:6, 7 Isaiah 9:6,7 is a prophecy of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. At the time Isaiah prophesied these words only darkness, gloom, and despair appeared to lay in store for the Nation of Israel. Darkness as black as night prevailed upon the land through the sin of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

It's Christmas!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 2, 2017

A look through the lectionary from the book of Luke as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.

It’s Christmas Luke 21:25-36 December 3, 2017 I’m having a difficult time realizing we’re in December. I’m not sure why, I think it happens to me every year. In January, you think about the fact that it’s another year, it’s going to last forever, and after 5 minutes, it seems the year is coming ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Baptist

It's Christmas!!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 16, 2017

A reminder to prepare and expect Jesus through the words of John the Baptist

It’s Christmas Time!? December 17, 2017 Luke 3:7-16 Christmas is all about expectation and preparation! It seems to go back and forth between the two. We are expectant, but we must prepare to receive. We plan and prepare to meet and celebrate the arrival of the King of kings and Lord of lords. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Is Christmas Pagan?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 21, 2017

Is Christmas pagan? Is it okay for Christians to observe? Is Christmas even in the Bible?

Prelude Is Christmas pagan? Is it okay for Christians to observe? Is Christmas even in the Bible? Purpose: Let’s examine the worth of Christmas and why it’s a perfectly fine Christian celebration. Plan: Let’s ask some questions that are controversial in some churches and look at the story of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Gifts

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 27, 2017

Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts represented.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and ripping and tearing and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts were and what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Overflow Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 8, 2018

Celebrating the birth of Jesus is appropriate and good, but we must not forget the life-altering habits that should follow!

Christmas Overflow (Luke 2:17-20) Unlike some of my previous Luke 2 sermons, this focuses primarily upon verses 17-20. 1. It seemed the whole world was waiting breathlessly for the birth of this baby. This baby is Prince George, firstborn son of Prince Harry and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge. It is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:17-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas In July Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 29, 2013

This is the first sermon in a series on the Gospel of John and covers John 1:1-19. This is Christmas according to St. John, The central point of the sermon is found in verse 13 which states the purpose of the Gospel.

Christmas in July John 1:1-18 Rev. Mark A. Barber Several years ago during the Great Recession, several retailers in an attempt to increase slumping sales advertised a “Christmas in July” sale. They put out the Christmas decorations and even played “Christmas” songs in the stores to try to get ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, John 1:1-18, John 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Voice Of Christmas

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 3, 2013

There are so many sounds and voices that bombard us during the thanksgiving and Christmas season. We need to make time to hear the voice of Christmas over the noise of daily life.

Intro: There are so many things we hear at this time of year. Good sayings like “Merry Christmas,” Good songs like “Silent Night,” “I’m Dreaming of a white Christmas,” “Joy to the World,” “Jesus is born today,” Then you come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Travels

Contributed by Craig Benner on Dec 14, 2013

So many were led by the Holy Spirit to make the trip to Bethlehem to celebrate the first Christmas. Where are you at on your journey to worship the King of kings?

Christmas Travels (Journey to Bethlehem) Micah 5:2-5 2 But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting. 3 Therefore will he give ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas: The Gift

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 18, 2013

A short talk for Primary aged children (aged 4 to 11 years) and their parents and teachers. Every year I'm asked to give a short Christmas message and this is my December 2013 text although I will also ad-lib!

Knock, knock! Who’s there? Wayne! Wayne who? A Wayne in a manger. Knock, knock! Who’s there? Hanna! Hanna who? Hanna partridge in a pear tree! Knock, knock! Who’s there? Doughnut! Doughnut who? Do not open until Christmas Day! Who thinks I like Christmas? Oh yes. Who thinks I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:17-18

Denomination: Anglican

The First Christmas

Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Dec 19, 2013

FULL CHRISTMAS STORY ABOUT JESUS BIRTH AND WHAT IT MEANS TO US

“THE FIRST CHRISTMAS” Luke 1:76-2:18 1. The PURPOSE of God REVEALED to Mary-Luke 1:31-33 • Think of how intimately personal was this Relationship 2. The PROBLEM for God RAISED by Mary-Luke 1:34 • How shall this be, seeing I Know not a man? 3. The PRAYER to God RECORDED of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Christmas

Contributed by Td Stone on Dec 21, 2013

What if you knew beyond the shadow of a doubt, that this was your last Christmas with your loved ones. What gift would top the list?

I don't know about you, but there seems to me to be endless applications of Black Friday sales.Included; are cars, clothes, reading materials, electronic gadgets, and jewelry, It appears to me that too many of these Black Fridays contribute to Red Sundays, when it comes to the church offering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Christ Is Christmas"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 23, 2013

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

"Christ Is Christmas" Luke 2:1-14 After Jesus was born, He was wrapped in strips of cloth and placed in a manger. A manger, of course, is a feeding trough from which donkeys, horses, and other animals eat. I don't know about you, but when I think of the manger I picture it made out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Benefits Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 2, 2014

We spend so much time, energy, and money getting ready for Christmas, some will understandably ask, "What difference does Christmas really make? What's in it for me?" Paul provides an answer.

“The Difference Christmas Makes: The Benefits of Christmas” 1 Cor. 1:1-9 In 25 days it will be Christmas. Looking at everything that still needs to be done, checking out the calendar of all that will happen between now and then, fighting the commercialism that bombards us, and knowing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed