Sermons on Christmas Cards:

Home By Another Way

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

An Epiphany sermon - explores the way that we are changed after we meet the baby in the manger, just like the "wise men" were. (also makes reference to the James Taylor song of the same title)

Grace be to you and peace from the One who was and is and is to come. Amen. As the story goes, the Magi in our gospel lesson had seen a star at its rising that they interpreted as announcing the birth of a king. Magi may have been dream-interpreters, astrologers, or astronomers, but not likely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

It Ain't Over Yet

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jan 13, 2003

Ephiphany - keep Christmas all year

Sermon: “It Ain’t Over Yet” Matt 2:1-12 January 5, 2003 READ SCRIPTURE As I sat yesterday in my living room amidst a room full of broken after Christmas toys, stale goodies and dusty decorations I realized I am ready for the Christmas to be over, ready for the decorations to be put away. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Wait!

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jan 13, 2003

How to wait on God

Sermon: WAIT! Luke 2:21-40 December 29, 2002 I. Introduction A. I think the second most hated word in my household, after no, is wait! Wait you can open your present tomorrow. Wait a minute, you have to have dinner before you eat your candy. Wait, you have to play with that outside. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Walk The Way Of The Wise Men

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 15, 2003

the visit of the wise men to see Jesus

January 19, 2003 Matthew 2:1-12 1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." 3 When King Herod ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gospel According To The Wise Men

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Jan 19, 2003

The gospel as told by the attitudes and gifts the Wise Men brought.

WHO? The Wise Men were Magi from the east (Persia?) They were educated in astronomy, maybe astrology. Being influenced by Daniel and Mordecai, they were well versed in the OT. As men treated like royalty, they probably arrived with a large entourage with great fanfare. WHAT? They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Kind Of People God's Uses

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 20, 2003

In this Christmas message we see that God uses ordinary people like you and me to accomplish His diving purpose.

THE KIND OF PEOPLE GOD USES Luke 1:26-38 INTRODUCTION: A. The Bible shows that God is looking for people to use 1. So, what kind of people does God use to build His Church„Ÿto build His Kingdom B. Well, we do know that God chose to use Mary for a very special purpose„Ÿto bring His Son into the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perfect Gift

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Sep 18, 2003

Christ was given as the perfect Christmas gift. God’s preparation and timing was perfect.

The Perfect Gift Scripture Ref: Genesis 3:14-15 II Sam. 7:8, 12-14 Isaiah 7:14 Romans 5:12 Galatians 4:4 Micah 5:2 Matthew 2:1-11 1. Introduction a. Discuss the anticipation of receiving an anticipated gift. EXPOUND (i.e., kids at Christmas) b. Discuss the preparation that goes into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

The Perfect Gift

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

God’s perfect gift to us in the life of His only begotten Son.

Dec. 25, 1999 Introduction: Now that the holiday season is here, it seems that finding the right gift for the right person seems to be at the top of the list for many people. If you went to the shopping malls these past few days, you will find that people are buying things that they usually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11, Matthew 7:1-11, Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Adventist

Only The Star Remains

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

When Christmas is past - the joy and the glory of it - what do we have left? This sermon tells us what remains after the strains of "Silent Night, Holy Night" have ceased.

Only The Star Remains; Isaiah 63:7-9; Matthew 2: 1-18 The miraculous, glorious birth is over. The shepherds have probably left the birth-place to return to their keeping watch over their flocks. The friendly beasts that attended this birth, feeling the stir of excitement that animals feel when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:1-9, Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Cronica De Un Anuncio Esperado Series

Contributed by Valentin Gonzalez-Bohorquez on Nov 10, 2003

Primero de cuatro mensajes navideños. El hermoso drama de Navidad desde el anuncio al sacerdote Zacarías y su esposa Elisabet de que darían a luz un hijo. Dios descorre el telón que anuncia la primera venida de Cristo.

La Gloria de la Navidad (1 de 4) CRONICA DE UN ANUNCIO ESPERADO Lucas 1: 5-25 INTRODUCCION. Por cerca de 400 años hubo un silencio largo de Dios en el pueblo de Israel. Pero en el tiempo preciso, en la encrucijada de los siglos, Dios vuelve a manifestarse de una manera contundente para dar ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

El Anuncio De La Llegada De Emanuel Series

Contributed by Valentin Gonzalez-Bohorquez on Nov 10, 2003

El anuncio del ángel Gabriel a María, habría de partir en dos la historia de la humanidad.

La Gloria de la Navidad (2 de 4) EL ANUNCIO DE LA LLEGADA DE EMANUEL Lucas 1: 26-56 INTRODUCCION. El domingo anterior vimos cómo Dios anuncia a Zacarías y a su esposa Elisabet, que les daría un hijo al cual debían poner el nombre de Juan (el cual significa “la gracia o miserircordia de Jehová”). ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Baptist

Una Voz Que Clama En El Desierto Series

Contributed by Valentin Gonzalez-Bohorquez on Nov 10, 2003

La historia del nacimiento de Juan y su ministerio de anunciar a Jesús, el Mesías.

La Gloria de la Navidad (3 de 4) Una Voz que Clama en el Desierto Lucas 1: 57-80 INTRODUCCION. El nacimiento de Juan el Bautista será el comienzo de una nueva era para Israel y el mundo. Este pariente cercano de Jesús será quien comenzará a anunciar el advenimiento de Cristo al mundo. Será una ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Baptist

Lo Que Nos Dice La Navidad Series

Contributed by Valentin Gonzalez-Bohorquez on Nov 10, 2003

Detengámonos por unos minutos a contemplar la maravilla de la Navidad, el evento que transformó la historia y cambió también nuestras vidas para siempre.

La Gloria de la Navidad (4 de 4) LO QUE NOS DICE LA NAVIDAD Lucas 2: 1-20 INTRODUCCION. ¡El gran día ha llegado! El momento cuando Emanuel, Dios con nosotros, es una realidad. Después de siglos, de milenios de espera, el tiempo se condensa y se detiene para saludar el más grande acontecimiento ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Resh Start Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 13, 2003

Facing eternal questions at the start of a new century

A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. This is self-evident when it comes to electrical wiring or high explosives. It may not be so clear with relationships such as family and friends. And I would suggest no one would believe it when it comes to discussions about philosophy, politics, or God. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Your Un-Opened Gift

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 6, 2002

Christmas Message.. Unpredictable package!

Your Un-Opened Gift (John 1:43-51 and Romans 6:23-24) A chauffeur had driven the chemistry professor to dozens of speaking engagements. He’d heard the same canned speech scores of times. He said on the way to another engagement, "Professor, I believe I could give your speech myself; I’ve heard ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ