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The Ponderings Of Mary And Joseph

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2019

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A pre Christmas message thinking about what Mary and Joseph may have discussed on the 97mile journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem, concluding with the "gospel" message.

In Jesus Holy Name December 20, 2019 Text: Matthew 1:20b-21 Advent IV - Redeemer “The Ponderings of Joseph and Mary” Well, it's almost Christmas Day. I hope most of the rushing around is over for you. Therefore, I'm going to work under the assumption that your Christmas cards ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-21

Denomination: Lutheran

It's A Wonderful Life Ii

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 2, 2024

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I wonder how many people have been touched by this simple film. People who have seen it have testified that it gave them hope. Hope is what Christmas is all about. The Scripture passages we read this morning are all about hope.

Every year about this time television stations bring out of their vaults an old black and white film that is still popular today. They have already shown it this year. The film is It’s a Wonderful Life. In the film, George Bailey never felt like he amounted to much in life. He had dreams of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature Of Chistmas Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 1, 2006

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Christmas doesn’t come from a store it comes from God.

The Nature of Christmas Text: Matt. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, come this way; Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, Christmas day." They continue, singing, "Christmas day is in our grasp so long as we have hands to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Unspeakable Gift

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 9, 2022

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God gave the whole world an unspeakable Gift: the gift of His Son. God's gift comes from unspeakable LOVE, involves unspeakable SACRIFICE, and has unspeakable EFFECTS on our lives. Let's share this Gift with those who don't know Him yet!

THE UNSPEAKABLE GIFT 2 Cor. 9:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CHRISTMAS JOKES 1. I heard about a dad recently who suggested that his family get him a gift that everyone could get something out of. So they did they bought him a new wallet! 2. It’s not easy to know what to buy your spouse, is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wonder Of Christmas – Philippians 2:5-11 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 2, 2022

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What God wants to do in our lives is something that's just, well, it's wondrous. Now when we do get this idea, we get the wonder of Christmas, when we realize that God came down to earth, we recognize that God was 100% God and 100% man in Jesus Christ

Philippians 2:5-11 Series: Choosing Joy in a Post-Traumatic World I think that there's a lot of confusion associated around Christmas in the lives of people. You've got this very, very significant event of Christmas, while at the same time almost a carnival atmosphere going on in society. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Spend A Day With The Lord?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 23, 2004

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It’s is imperative that we regularly spend the day with the Lord. Why, because as we implement this into our lives we become refreshed and renewed daily!

How to spend the day with the Lord? Thesis: It’s is imperative that we regularly spend the day with the Lord. Why, because as we implement this into our lives we become refreshed and renewed daily! Introduction: As I was preparing my sermon one day I ran across a web site dedicated to atheists. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace On Earth

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

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Do you know God’s peace in the midst of situations that the world gets anxious about? If not, examine yourself: Is your faith in Him and your focus on His kingdom, rather than on selfish pursuits?

Opening illustration: Review my life: 1970-71 was the Indo-Pak war and my family and I were in the war-zone living most of the nights in blackouts and bunkers when the war planes would come. 1980’s (for a decade) national unrest and civil war. 1990-91 we were just married and thrust into region of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having A Bad Hair Day? Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 29, 2011

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a sermon that uses Matthew chapter 26 to help folk understand a world apparantly gone wild.

Matthew 26 You thought you had a bad day? We all have bad hair days – Maybe you are having one today but consider this story from Lt Cliff Judkins. It had all started in the brilliant sunlight 20,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean as I nudged my F-8 Crusader jet into position behind the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Faith Of A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

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Today, we’re talking about the shepherds who were just tending their sheep as they do every day and suddenly God shows up. What we’re talking about is a God encounter. A God encounter is not something you’re looking for, yearning for, expecting or even th

The Faith of the Shepherd Luke 2:8-18 Last week, we looked at Mary, an engaged teenager whom God had chosen to carry His child to full term and give birth to Him. Today, we’re talking about the shepherds who were just tending their sheep as they do every day and suddenly God shows up. What we’re ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Methodist

God's Gift Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

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Christmas is the ultimate family celebration because Jesus’ coming among us is the means by which we’re now able to become part of God’s family. Jesus is born as our saviour, to save us from our sins, to send us his Holy Spirit to renew and cleanse us so

here’s a certain irony in the timing of the failed Copenhagen climate conference isn’t there? Just a week or so before Christmas but there was little in the way of Christmas spirit in evidence with the leaders of the nations involved in the conference wheeling and dealing to get their ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-8

Denomination: Anglican

The Foundation Of The Home

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 23, 2008

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Mothers are the foundation of the home. See if you agree.

The Foundation of the Home Matthew 7:24-29 One of the greatest masterpieces of human engineering is the Golden Gate Bridge. That is not my own assessment because I have never been privileged to see it. It is the opinion of those more knowledgeable than myself... architects, engineers, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

First Sunday In Advent: The Hope Candle Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 1, 2022

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Hope. Something everyone needs. This message describes times when hope seemed gone but reminds us that Jesus provides hope!

(Modified from a message preached at FBC Chamois, MO on 11-27-2022; not an exact transcription) Introduction: This is the first Sunday in the Advent season, the four or so Sundays before Christmas Day. Now I understand that some churches believe in using these candles and some don’t; and there is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Waiting For?

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 12, 2009

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Christmas message of Anna and Simeon waiting for the promised Messiah to come.

What Are You Waiting For? Luke 2:25-38 25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Prince Of Peace: God’s Plan To Bring Peace To The World

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

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Today, we look at Christ’s role as the Prince of Peace, and consider the peace He has already brought, as well as the peace that is yet to come. Notice that as with all prophecy fulfillment to come, it centers around the restoration of Israel.

The Prince of Peace: God’s Plan to Bring Peace to the World December 8, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Isaiah 9:1-6 1 But there will be no gloom for her who was in anguish. In the former time he brought into contempt the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

"'the' Birthday Celebration

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Dec 22, 2016

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It’s poor etiquette to attend a party and don’t bring the host/honoree a gift. We should feel privileged to receive an invitation to attend. Therefore, it’s extremely important that we bring the right gifts to the honoree.

“’THE’ Birthday Celebration” Isaiah 9:3 (MSG); Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11(NIV) Isaiah 9:3 (NIV) 3You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before you as people rejoice at the harvest, as warriors rejoice when dividing the plunder. Isaiah 9:3 (MSG) 3You repopulated the nation, You ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:3, Isaiah 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

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