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  • Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks avatar

    The Legend Of J (The Candy Cane) Series

    Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,132 views

    As we approach the Christmas Season, merchants are displaying the candy cane. But do you realize that it is being displayed in the wrong position? This sermon reveals the true meaning behind the legendary candy cane!

    Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. Lyons, GA. SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 5:2, 19-20 As we quickly approach the date of December 25th there are still many Christians who are debating whether that was truly the date of His birth! Since 353 AD the Feast of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Wise Men Still Seek Him Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,418 views

    Men today are searching for meaning in their lives. Truly wise men still seek after Jesus.

    Wise Men Still Seek Him Lessons of the Nativity – Part III Matthew 2:1-12 Matthew 2:1-12 Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, [2] "Where is the newborn king of the Jews? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Where Is Your "Saving Place?”

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,853 views

    An unusual Christmas message.

    WHERE IS YOUR “SAVING PLACE?” Luke 2:41-51 INTRO: One of the images that we can get from the Christmas season comes from the TV commercial played during the holiday season. A discount chain calls itself the “saving place” in its commercials. The announcer informs us that “Christmas is here at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Here Is Joy

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 19, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,052 views

    The things that rob us of joy are: 1. Living a life of isolation. 2. Living for the material world. 3. Living without Jesus.

    How much money would it take to make you happy? A million dollars? Two million? Jack Whittaker, 57, won the largest undivided jackpot in U. S. History — $314.9 million — two years ago. But Jewel Whittaker, Jack’s wife, told the Charleston Gazette, “I wish all of this never would have happened. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Three Important Questions

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 2,849 views

    At Christmas there are "little" questions and there are "big" questions. Some must be answered.

    WHAT’S HAPPENED TO CHRISTMAS? 1- Shopping complex said ’no’ to a church’s regular request to put up a nativity scene. They said it didn’t fit the theme? (Fairy story and robotics themes this Christmas)? 2- Why do Secular/capitalist cultures trivialize and commercialize anything sacred? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "The Dumbest Thing That A Wise Man Can Do!"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 21, 2005
    based on 86 ratings
     | 5,028 views

    Even wise men can do dumb things. Why did these wise men ever stop in their journey and ask wicked King Herod for advice?

    “The dumbest thing that a Wise Man can do!” Even wise men can do dumb things. Why did these wise men ever stop in their journey and ask wicked King Herod for advice? Before we answer that question, let me begin with this statement: They were wise. They were wise because… 1. They believed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Grace And Peace From Our Lord Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,115 views

    The rich gifts brought by Christ the Lord to His redeemed people.

    GALATIANS 1:3-5 GRACE AND PEACE FROM OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST “Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Reflect The Purposes Of Christmas #2 - Proclaim Freedom For The Prisoners Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,441 views

    Second in series looking beyond the glitter of the holiday to the purposes of the Messiah.

    Reflect the Purposes of Christmas #2 – Proclaim Freedom for the Prisoners and Release for the Oppressed. December 8, 2002 Introduction Today we continue our Christmas series on reflecting the purposes of Christmas, as seen in Luke 4:18-19, which is printed at the top of your bulletin. I’d like ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Nobody Ever Volunteers To Take Down The Christmas Tree

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 14,922 views

    A sermon for the week after Christmas; dealing with post-holiday let down

    Nobody Ever Volunteers To Take Down The Christmas Tree Luke 1: 68-79 - Dec. 29/30, 2001 Intro: So the presents are all unwrapped, some even returned and exchanged already. The leftover turkey is starting to turn a funny color and let off an unpleasant odor, and since nobody has eaten any in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darren McCormick avatar

    Mary, I Guess You Did Know Series

    Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,398 views

    This sermon looks at the angel’s visit to Mary and lessons we can learn from Mary’s response.

    AM sermon preached at Central Christian Church December 11, 2005 Touched By An Angel sermon series #1 “Mary, I Guess You Did Know…” Luke 1:26-48 What do you think of when you first hear the word angel? [ANGEL SLIDE 1] Do you think of a heavenly being with large feathery wings sitting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    The Manager Is In The Manger

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 24, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,479 views

    A sermon on how the LORD has to be the one who takes care of our redemption. It can’t be micro-managed by angels or men.

    December 26, 2004 Isaiah 63:7-9 I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us - yes, the many good things he has done for the house of Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. He said, "Surely they ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Eric Peloquin avatar

    Part V – The Angels – The Voice Of God Series

    Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Dec 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,475 views

    This is part five in a series looking at the different characters in the Christmas narrative. In this message I focused on the angels who were the voice of God to the people.

    The Voices of Christmas Part V – The Angels – the Voice of God Sermon – Sunday, December 24th 2006 A few weeks ago I mentioned how the world has perverted what angels really are. There is no reason to be confused about angels. Scripture speaks more about angels than it does demons or the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul George avatar

    The Birth Of Jesus

    Contributed by Paul George on Dec 26, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,708 views

    Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one.

    The Birth of Jesus Matthew 1:18-25 Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one. In verse 16 it is written, “Jacob was the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, by which Jesus was born, who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Marty Boller avatar

    The Christmas Story: Responding To God's In-Breaking Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Marty Boller on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,544 views

    #1 in a series: A look at some of the better known characters of the Christmas Story, learning from their experiences as God’s In-Breaking Kingdom brought the incarnation of Jesus Christ to planet earth and into their personal lives.

    If you would like a free MP3 audio file of this teaching, please email us @ tfh777@msn.com and mention the teaching MP3-20061203. Did you ever get confused trying to find yourself on a map? I like to know where I am but can get easily confused or turned around. (like mall parking lots) Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lynn Malone avatar

    The Angels

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 17, 2013
     | 7,494 views

    A look at the angels in Luke's account of the Christmas story.

    The Characters of Christmas: The Angels Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:20-24a, Luke 2: 9-15 Let’s talk about angels. The prominence of angels in the Christmas story is obvious, from the Christmas card we send, to the decorations on our trees, to the adornment of our yards, we’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist