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  • The True Hope Of Christmas Never Fades Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 29, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,827 views

    This message examines how we can keep the joy and hope of Christmas every day of our lives.

    In the days leading up to Christmas our expectations are high and a sense of joy fills our hearts. We often are much like children in the fact we dream of Santa Claus and his glittering gifts of joy and peace. But what happens after Christmas? Well the tree dries up, the decorations are taken down ...read more

  • How To Become Wise

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 10, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,948 views

    These trained students (these were astrologers) of the stars observed an unexplained phenomenon in the heavens, and somehow interpreted this sign with a change in the way things were. They saw it as a sign of the Messiah’s birth!

    How to Become Wise Matthew 2: 1-2, 10-11 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to ...read more

  • Why Do You Celebrate Christmas?

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Dec 11, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,048 views

    Christmas reminds us that Jesus is to be sought and truly worshipped by all the nations on the earth.

    Introduction: Play DVD Video Clip Why do you celebrate Christmas? from “Essentials” Vol. 3 No. 6. Here we are—11 days away from Christmas. Can you believe it? Seems as though it has snuck up on us. Can you guess what people are thinking about getting you for Christmas? They want to get you a gift ...read more

  • The First Grinch, To Try And Steal Christmas

    Contributed by Norbert Haukenfrers on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,340 views

    King Herod and Jesus are Kings, who is your king? does Herod influence your decisions more than you care to admit?

    Did any of you see ‘The Grinch who stole Christmas’ or read Charles Dicken’s “Christmas Carol” or see one of the many movies about Ebenezer Scrooge this year, or any other movie about how someone tried to steal Christmas, they’re all copy cats, King Herod of Judea is the first to try and steal ...read more

  • Christmas 2020-"unprecedented!"

    Contributed by Robert Walderman on Dec 18, 2020
     | 2,968 views

    "Unprecedented!" This Christmas is less the Currier and Ives picture that we imagine and more the stark reality that is life.

    Unprecedented! “Unprecedented" is the word elected as the People's Choice 2020 Word of the Year. "Unprecedented" beat out "pandemic" by a small margin, according to John Kelly, senior research editor at Dictionary.com, and is defined by the site as "without ...read more

  • An Alien Love: The Father's Gifts At Christmas

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 7, 2013
     | 3,075 views

    The Love of the Father is revealed at Christmas; It is a love that is foreign to this earth!

    The Father’s Gift at Christmas: An Alien Love 1 John 3:1-3 In the Advent season of the year, once again the questions arise: Who is Jesus? What is the true meaning of Christmas? This is nothing new and the debates continue even today. Before the first century was completed, within decades ...read more

  • Stand Up For Jesus

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Feb 16, 2009
     | 11,835 views

    People around us want to know that we are in love with Jesus, and we have to stand up for Jesus and declare to everyone what Jesus means to us.

    First Church of God in Harvey New Year’s Sunday - January 4th, 2009 Let’s just shake hands with each one, wishing that person a happy New Year.... This is the day, the first Sunday of the New Year 2009, which the Lord hath made, we will rejoice and be glad in it. This is a year we have never ...read more

  • Seasoning Our Greeting Series

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,365 views

    Part of a series on recaliming Christ as part of our Christmas season.

    “SEASONING OUR GREETINGS” TEXT: Colossians 4: 2-18 Sunday, December 1, 2002 I know it is early in the season, but I’ll keep asking you this question throughout Advent–“Are you having fun yet?” Gallup did a poll asking people if they were having more fun this year than last year. Do you think ...read more

  • What Did You Get For Christmas? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 22, 2003
    based on 244 ratings
     | 37,495 views

    Isaiah said that God was going to give us the gift of child... but why a child, and why would He come?

    OPEN: A Sunday School teacher asked her class “What is Christmas - a time for?” She got the usual answers—Jesus’ birthday, a time of joy, a time to worship God… but then one child raised their hand and answered: "a time for sportsmanship, because you don’t always get everything you ...read more

  • God's Christmas Plan

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 25, 2019
     | 8,420 views

    Everything is in God's plan. What is His Christmas plan for you? This message helps people realize that all the Christmas planning that we do doesn't compare to all that God has planned.

    Thanksgiving has come and gone. Do you believe it? And here we are on the first Sunday of Advent. Advent is what we call the Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Advent is that special time of looking forward to the celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Even ...read more

  • Hope Has Come Christmas Program Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 11, 2025
     | 131 views

    Christmas always reminds me of Jesus – Especially how He fulfilled so many prophecies and promises from God’s Word (He fulfilled 300 of them in accordance with the Bible)

    Christmas Program School 2025 – Hope has Come! Survey: Top Ten Christmas Characters The most popular Christmas characters: 1. Santa Claus: The quintessential symbol of Christmas, Santa Claus embodies the spirit of giving and joy. He is known for his red suit, white beard, and the tradition of ...read more

  • All I Want For Christmas Is Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 8, 2026
     | 40 views

    Wise Men still seek the Savior

    All I want for Christmas is Jesus Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-24-2025 Harry It was the biggest night of the year in a little town called Cornwall. It was the night of the annual Christmas pageant. All the children get to try out for the roles in the ...read more

  • Steps To Receiving God's Guidance

    Contributed by Judith Bucklin on Dec 15, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,741 views

    Three things the wise men believed helped them be open to God’s guidance. Those three things are still important to us today in our desire to be guided by God.

    Steps to Receiving God’s Guidance Matthew 2:1-12 Prayer: Dear God, Thank you for speaking to us once again this year through the birth stories of Jesus. You encourage and inspire us through the experiences of Mary and Joseph. You stir our hearts once again. Now as we think about the wise men and ...read more

  • The Reaction Of Mary Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 3, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,603 views

    This message is the first in a series of four that take a look at four reactions to the announcement of the first advent of Christ.

    The Reaction of Mary Luke 1:26-38 I. The Fear of Mary (v. 26-30) A. She Feared Because of the Messenger (v. 26-28) 1. Angels Are From the Heavenly Realm 2. Angels Often Brought News (Good & Bad) B. She Feared Because of the Unknown (v. 29) C. In Fear She Was Encouraged (v. 30) 1. We should ...read more

  • Jesus: Wonderful Counselor Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 37 ratings
     | 34,843 views

    Looking at the names of Jesus in Isa. 9:6, we begin by discovering how our Wonderful Counselor relates to us.

    Does anyone know what their name means? Mine means “great”. Chris means follower of Christ. How did you get your name? Were you named after someone special? I must admit that there are some interesting names out there today. For the next four weeks, we’re going to be looking at some very ...read more