Sermons on Christmas Reason:

Why Christians Fail To Receive Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 17, 2007

There are several reasons why Christians fail to receive answers to their prayers. Five reasons are given in this sermon.

April, 2007 Why Christians Fail to Receive Matthew 7:7-14 INTRODUCTION: There are many reasons why Christians fail to receive answers to their prayers. Some people say, “If you had enough faith you would have received.” Then when people don’t receive, they feel guilty and say, “It was my fault ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-14

Denomination: Methodist

Building An Alter

Contributed by Michael Greer on Jan 27, 2003

This sermon focuses on Abrams reasons for building an Altar. Reasons we should apply to our lives.

Building An Altar Genesis 12:6-8 Intro: As I walk into a Church one of the first things I do, is look for the Altar. I like to see the different styles of Altars, I notice if they are straight ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:6-8

Denomination: Holiness

Praise Him!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 16, 2003

Are you praising Jesus for the right reasons? Or are you praising Jesus for the wrong reasons? You decide!

Praise Him! Thesis: Are you praising Jesus for the right reasons? Or are you praising Jesus for the wrong reasons? You decide! Texts: Matthew 21:1-17 Mark 11:1-10 Luke 19:28-44 John 12:12-19 Historical Background: What is Palm Sunday all about? Why did they wave Palms? Looking at the time frame ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17, Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 13, 2014

To show the major reasons as shown in the bible the reasons why bad things happen to good people.

I. EXORDIUM: Do bad things happen to believers? Yes. Why? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the major reasons as shown in the bible the reasons why bad things happen to good people. IV. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 5:10 (Amplified Bible) 5:10 For we must all appear and be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

1st Sunday After Christmas, Year C. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 14, 2021

DECEMBER 29th, 2024.

1 Samuel 2:18-20, 1 Samuel 2:26, Psalm 148:1-14, Colossians 3:12-17, Luke 2:41-52. A) GROWING BETTER IN BAD TIMES. 1 Samuel 2:18-20; 1 Samuel 2:26. The children of Israel forsook the LORD, and the anger of the LORD was hot against Israel, and He visited them with temporal judgments (Judges ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 1 Samuel 2:26, Colossians 3:12-17, Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Expectations Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 18, 2008

Christmas message: The when, the who and the why of Christmas answered.

GAL 4:4-5. CHRISTMAS AND GREAT EXPECTATIONS SLIDE 1: SO MANY OF US HAVE GREAT EXPECTATIONS AS WE APPROACH CHRISTMAS AFTER ALL ITS A MAGICAL TIME AND MANY PEOPLE SPEND THEIR DAYS COUNTING DOWN TO CHRISTMAS - YOU CAN ALWAYS GAURANTEE A RADIO/TV PRESENTER SAYING STRIAGHT AFTER CHRISTMAS ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Gift Wrapped

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 22, 2012

Finding something new wrapped this Christmas in the Christmas story!

Chris: I’m God’s gift to you. Bernadette: I don’t think God does Gag gifts! Luke 2:7-And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. 2 Cor. 9:15-Thanks be to God for His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christmas Is All About Giving (& Receiving) Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 23, 2021

Have you ever wondered why Christmas is all about giving? You probably have an idea. But I want to make sure today that you understand exactly what it means for you.

Have you ever wondered why Christmas is all about giving? Well, I imagine most of us have a feel for this. It’s because Jesus was all about loving and giving. But there’s a little bit more to it than that. And my goal this evening is that you don’t miss what Jesus intended Christmas to be ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 4:10, John 3:1-16, John 4:1-24, Romans 6:23, James 2:10, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

Christmas Sermon: From A Cradle, To A Cross, To A Crypt, To A Crown

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Dec 25, 2016

Jesus Christ being born that first Christmas morning was, in my opinion, the greatest miracle of all, because every other miracle results from this miracle.

From a Cradle, to a Cross, to a Crypt, to a Crown Text: Matthew 1: 18-25 Introduction: Jesus Christ being born that first Christmas morning was, in my opinion, the greatest miracle of all, because every other miracle results from this miracle. How could fallen, sinful mankind – separated from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Immanuel: The Greatest Christmas Gift We Never Asked For

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 21, 2023

Ahaz and the people of Judah had rejected the LORD - yet He kept reaching out - and gave them a beautiful promise - Immanuel!

12.24.23 Isaiah 7:10–14 10 The LORD spoke to Ahaz again. He said, 11 “Ask for a sign from the LORD your God. Ask for it either in the depths below or in the heights above.” 12 But Ahaz responded, “I will not ask. I will not test the LORD.” 13 So Isaiah said: Listen now, you house of David. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Brings Freedom, As God Aims For A Low Salvation

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 22, 2021

God takes on flesh to conquer the Devil and give us freedom from fear

12.26.21 Hebrews 2:14–16 14 Therefore, since the children share flesh and blood, he also shared the same flesh and blood, so that through death he could destroy the one who had the power of death (that is, the Devil) 15 and free those who were held in slavery all their lives by the fear of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran

What Would Christmas Be...with Out Christ?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 14, 2014

If Jesus had never been born…how would we be affected, for one thing... groups wouldn't be threatening to sue over the phrase of Merry Christmas and replacing it with happy holidays... Because there would be NO CHRISTMAS..NO JOY...And NO HOPE EITHER!

*before you read any further...I want to acknowledge that the outline of this sermon is from John Gastons sermon "What if Jesus had never been born" It's a great word and one that can be adapted to everyone's personal preferences as I have I believe it is one that every pastor should ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas/New Year/Ministry: With The Mind Of Christ-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 30, 2025

2 of ? The apostle Paul counseled the Philippian church to minister empowered with the mind of Christ Jesus. God’s people are to minister with the mind of Christ Jesus. But How do God’s people minister with the mind of Christ Jesus? Christmas with the mind of Christ...

CHRISTMAS: With The MIND Of CHRIST-II— —Philippians 2:1-18[part-2--2:1b-2a of 2:1-4] Attention: Attitude Problem: A husband & wife had been married a few short years, & the husband was felt he was being bossed around by his wife. So he went to see a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist told the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2, Philippians 2:1-4, Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas/New Year/Ministry: With The Mind Of Christ-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 6, 2026

3 of ? The apostle Paul counseled the Philippian church to minister empowered with the mind of Christ Jesus. God’s people are to minister with the mind of Christ Jesus. But How do God’s people minister with the mind of Christ Jesus? Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY with the mind of Christ...

Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY: With The MIND Of CHRIST-III —Philippians 2:1-18[part-3--2:2b-4 of 2:1-4] Attention: Unanticipated Cure: The owner of a drug store walks in to find a guy leaning heavily against a wall. The owner asks the clerk, “What's with that guy over there by the wall?” The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4, Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Ascension-The Forgotten Festival

Contributed by John Pingel on May 20, 2020

Ascension Day ought to be remembered--for a number of reasons

The Forgotten Festival Acts 1, Luke 24 We pause to observe what many refer to as the FORGOTTEN FESTIVAL of the Christian Calendar. There are FIVE MAIN FESTIVAL DAYS observed by Christians around the world. By “Festival Days” I mean chief holidays on the liturgical calendar. What are the ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran