Sermons on Christmas Party:

Perfect Timing

Contributed by Eldron Gill on Dec 28, 2008

Christmas Message, God’s perfect timing for the birth of Christ

Perfect Timing Luke 1:5-38 Christmas 2008 Humor – Children and Christmas can really be humorous at times. Thomas Stewart, age 9 asks.... What never eats at Christmas time? The turkey, ...it’s usually stuffed Sergio Garcia,(child)asks, What happened to the man who shoplifted a calendar at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-38

Denomination: Baptist

Thinking Outside The Crib Series

Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 29, 2008

Fourth in a series of sermons developed around and following the Magnificat (Luke 1)

Thinking Outside the Crib Luke 2:4-7 INTRODUCTION: What was God thinking? Why did God choose the time and place He did for the birth of his son, the savior of the world? To quote Victor Hugo in Les Miserables, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” What he said about eighteenth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Epiphany

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Jan 1, 2009

A sermon for the Sunday of Epiphany, encouraging us to develop in ourselves the capacity to experience our own epiphanies of faith

Matthew 2:1-12 Experiencing Epiphany It isn’t very often that, here in (this part of) the UK, we get a ‘White Christmas’. In fact, last year (2008) we had a White Easter! But the last time I remember that we had ‘significant’ snowfall was at this time in 2004 – even then it missed Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Threatened King (Pastor Glenys) Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 5, 2009

When ‘bumped’ or jolted or walloped, the content of who we are is laid bare.

Introduction Every story has its bad ‘guy’ it seems. Whether its Cinderella’s evil stepmother, Snow White’s jealous queen or 101 Dalmatians ‘Cruella De Vil’, the evil one plays a part that amplifies the drama. However, as we have discovered, the trend in these classics seem to be a bad ‘gal’! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Gift Of Gold Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 11, 2009

Part 1 in series The Three Gifts. Scripture records that the first gift given to Jesus by the Magi was gold – a gift given to a king. But what kind of king is he?

The Gift of Gold The Three Gifts, part 1 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers November 29, 2008 Have you ever had Christmas or Easter sneak up on you? I mean, you’re doing your thing, right? Going to church, and hopefully reading your Bible and getting familiar with God’s Word, and all that ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Gift Of Myrrh Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 11, 2009

Part 3 in series The Three Gifts. Scripture records that the third gift given to Jesus by the Magi was myrrh – a gift given to one who was to die. Why was Jesus given this gift at such a young age?

The Gift of Myrrh The Three Gifts, prt. 3 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers December 13, 2008 Matthew 2:11 (NRSV) 11 On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:38-42

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Yes Of A Servant Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

The Yes of a Servant The first week of Advent always begins with the announcement of God Gabriel to this young teenage girl, Mary. There are three elements of this passage I want to focus on this morning: the chosen, the ruler and the call. When God want

The Yes of a Servant Luke 1:26-38 The first week of Advent always begins with the announcement of God Gabriel to this young teenage girl, Mary. There are three elements of this passage I want to focus on this morning: the chosen, the ruler and the call. When God wants to intervene in history, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

The Faith Of A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

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

Un:scripted Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 26, 2008

Part 2 of "Christmas UN:Wrapped" When you’re in a tough situation, worship will bring a peace that worry never will.

THE POINT: When I’m in a tough situation, worship will bring a peace that worry never will. ME I’m going to admit something… something that many people would not be brave enough to admit… I like reality TV! • I know that most of it isn’t real. • I know that the idea of reality TV is contrary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Can Learn Hope From A Child

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 2, 2008

As we ready our hearts and homes for this Christmas Season let us give Hope to ALL those around us as they see our courage in the light of the worlds fear. Let it be our faith that shines in the dark days to come so that it like this Advent candle flames

We can learn HOPE from a Child Hope for the Nations Matthew 12:21 NIV 21 In his name the nations will put their hope. Romans 12:12 NIV 12Be joyful in hope patient in affliction faithful in prayer. Hebrews 11:1 NIV 1Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unwrapping The Gift Of Courage Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 2, 2008

Looks at Joseph and the courage he received from the Lord when God called him to be the earthly father of Jesus so we might be able to unwrap the gift of courage and have it in our own life.

Unwrapping the Gift of courage Courage is unwrapped by ordinary people Courage is unwrapped by righteous people Courage is unwrapped by obedient people Slide Christmas time is here. People are going to be gathering with family & Friends Some will gather with extended family that they haven’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unwrapping The Gift Of Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 2, 2008

Focuses on Mary and her faith so we might be able to have faith like she did.

Unwrapping the Gift of Faith (Luke 1:26-45; 2:1-7) Faith is unwrapped by Acting despite being Afraid (Luke 1:38) Faith is unwrapped by Believing despite not Seeing (Luke 1:45) Faith is unwrapped by Being Content despite bad Circumstances (Luke 2:1-7) Slide Intro One week ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Has Jesus Done For Us? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 6, 2008

The new song which the people of God sing in Heaven looks back to all that Christ accomplished on behalf of His people. All that we now enjoy and all that we shall enjoy are because of His sacrifice.

REVELATION 5:6-10 WHAT HAS JESUS DONE FOR US? “Between the throne and the four living creatures and among the elders I saw a Lamb standing, as though it had been slain, with seven horns and with seven eyes, which are the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth. And he went and took the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Doubt Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 7, 2008

When you have a bout with doubt, remember that doubt doesn’t disqualify you.

Christmas Questions: Doubt Luke 1:34 Rev. Brian Bill 12/7/08 Can you tell me who said the following? This person was asked if he believes that after he dies, he will hear God say to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.’ After a long pause, he responded, ‘I hope so.’ (Billy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Nature Series

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Dec 8, 2008

This message series resonates God’s indescribable gift, and what makes him beyond description.

Gift’s of Christmas 12/7/2008 “God’s Indescribable Gift” Good morning and welcome to Central. If you are our guest today, allow me to say thank you for worshipping with us today. It is that time of the year again for the most wonderful time of the year. It is a time when people reflect on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God