Sermons on christmas questions: showing 46-60 of 103,574

"The Intersection Of Faith And Doubt"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 29, 2016

We know from previous passages of scripture that Jesus had given them the authority to heal and they had been successful many times. But this time they seem to be in over their heads. They pray and nothing happens.

"The Intersection of Faith and Doubt" Mark 9:14-24 We find in the scripture that nearly 40 times Jesus performed an act of healing. Water to wine. Fed 5000 without very little food. He healed the blind, the deaf; the lame. And the reason was simple: it was never just about the healing…it was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of Christmas.

Contributed by Wendy Gravolin on Dec 17, 2013

This is a sermon for Christmas that is based on Luke 2 and explores the question of whether we still realise we need saving today. Peace with who? Salvation from what?

The message of Christmas Christmas Day Sermon Wendy Gravolin. Luke 2:1-20. Introduction On Monday night I was listening to the news when I heard that all of the hotels in Bethlehem are booked out. This made me wonder what it would be like if Jesus was born in December 2008 and what it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Question Mark: Why Is Jesus Coming

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 25, 2016

This is the first sermon in our series Question Mark. The Message deals with why it is that Jesus Christ is coming into the world. This is a Christmas season message.

Why Is He Coming Question Mark ? John 1:1-18 Romans 3:9-20 We are beginning a new series entitled “Question Mark—Christmas Season? We have a lot of people who want to celebrate Christmas, but really do not understand what is at the root of Christmas. Some only know of Santa Clause, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Ready For Christmas

Contributed by Michael Nesmith on Dec 21, 2007

A reflection and response to the age old question of, Are you ready for Christmas?

Over the past few days as I encounter people I am often asked a question that is commonly asked this time of the year which is, “Are you ready for Christmas?” Every Christmas getting ready seems to be everyone’s main focus. And the definition of our getting ready encompasses a broad spectrum of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Catholic

Unwrapping Christmas

Contributed by Rob Yanok on Dec 15, 2005

Charlie Brown asks the question, "Does Anyone know what Christmas is all about?" Linus then quotes Luke 2. This sermon will help people understand the true meaning of Christmas.

Unwrapping Christmas Your reaction to Christmas: -To much work, to many things to do. I can hardly wait ! all the children will be home this year! Stores are to crowded, traffic jams -Different people react in different ways- some happy, some unhappy. To children toys & gifts, to adults food & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Difficult Questions

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 4, 2002

The lesson of Israel teaches us about dealing with some of life’s difficult questions.

TEXT: ROMANS 9:1-33 TITLE: “DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” INTRODUCTION: A. How do you answer these questions? 1. If humans evolved from monkeys and apes, why do we still have monkeys and apes? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:4-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Questions And Answers

Contributed by Rae Fitch on May 9, 2002

Very often the answers to life’s questions only result in still more questions.

The story is told of a man who took an evening flight on which dinner was to be served to the passengers. Of course he was in first class, so we can expect that he would have received first class service and a first class meal. He was a bit hungry as he had missed lunch that day in order to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22, Jeremiah 3:33

Denomination: Methodist

An Embarrassing Question

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 2, 2002

You know as well as I do that keeping a secret is a tremendous burden. But it can also be an advantage, especially if you can figure out how to let people know that you know a secret without telling them the secret. Right?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. The bleachers are packed with family & friends. Excitement fills the air. There are feelings of pride & accomplishment, & also of relief. Present, too, are tears of joy & tears of sadness. Faded jeans & old tennis ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Ministry Questioned Series

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Aug 12, 2002

This sermon develops Pauls concern with the Galatian church deserting the gospel, and discrediting his ministry.

Introduction: I. Has your integrity ever been questioned by someone? A. Has your motivation been questioned? B. Has your drive been questioned? C. Purpose? D. Reason for action? E. Life? F. Ministry? II. You’re not alone – the Apostle Paul’s ministry was questioned? A. That is right, the Apostle ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Questions In The Night Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 20, 2001

We find a man who comes to Jesus at night to wrestle with a great question of life

INTRODUCTION  Today we continue on our journey with Jesus. Last week we spent time with Jesus as he opened His public ministry with a miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee.  After the wedding, Jesus along with His mother, brothers and disciples (John 2:12) traveled down to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Question Of Revival

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001

The psalmist asks the question that plaguesour minds and hearts today, "Will You not revive us again?" God can, but only when we surrender everything to Him in repentance and Lordship.

THE QUESTION OF REVIVAL PSALM 85:6 Introduction: The most perplexing question that we face today in our convention, is why there is a serious decline in membership of our baptist churches? Why is there no revival in our midst? Why have we not seen baptisms in our churches? Why is it that several ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Unanswered Question

Contributed by Garry Lewis on Oct 10, 2001

commitment to your self worth

The unanswered question Jeremiah 8:6 What is a question? It is an expression of inquiry that invites or calls for a reply. 2. A subject or point open to controversy; an issue. 3. A difficult matter; a problem: a question of ethics. 4. A point or subject under discussion or consideration. 6. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:6

Denomination: Baptist

Questioning God

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: It is o.

Thesis: It is o.k. to question God, just don't get stuck there. Intro.: 1. Illust. There's an old story about a Jewish tailor named Lev Ashram who goes to a synagogue to pray. On his way out he meets a rabbi. "Well, what have you been doing in the synagogue, Lev Ashram?" the rabbi asks. "I was ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

The Rapture Question

Contributed by David Zimmerman on Oct 18, 2000

Chapter four marks a major prophetic turning point in the book of Revelation.

Chapter four marks a major prophetic turning point in the book of Revelation. In verse one, John tells us that he looked and saw a door opened in heaven. Then he tells us that the FIRST VOICE that he heard reminded him of the sound of a trumpet, calling him to come up hither, through the open ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-3

Denomination: *other

Questions For The Sleeping

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 22, 2004

A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5.6 (adapted from Spurgeon’s sermon called the Enchanted Ground, changed a few points and made it more contemporary)

Sermon for 3/21/2004 What? When? How? And Why? Introduction: In the Movie, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Dorothy, Lion, Scarecrow and the Tin Man are going on the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to see the Wizard of Oz. They have come through many trials but finally they see the Emerald ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ