Sermons about Christmas Sorrow

God's Gift For You

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

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The prophets of the Old Testament said: · This baby would come to save the world from sin. · This world of darkness would be given the Light that would shine forever. · This little baby would bring peace to a world in tumult, destruction and chaos.

It is always a joy to watch children at Christmas time. Christmas morning never seems to come soon enough. Children (at any age) can become very anxious. Mankind has always looked forward to Christmas. Do you know who were the first to get excited about Christmas before it took place? Think ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy To The World!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 14, 2007

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Christmas message about the good news bringing great joy.

Joy to the World! Luke 2:8-12, Philippians 4:4-5 December 3, 2006 You know what I’ve discovered about myself? And I’m not proud to admit it. But the fact of the matter is that I have found myself turning into a bit of a grinch sometimes during the holiday season. The time of year when there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

When Jesus Gave Himself Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 12, 2007

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When Jesus gave Himself to mankind, He gave it all.

Christmas: It’s All About Giving WHEN JESUS GAVE HIMSELF TO MAN Philippians 2:5 - 8 One of the joys of being a parent is the opportunity to reflect on how much my parents gave to me. As a child I really did not understand the sacrifices they made in order that my brother, sisters and me could ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Our Healer Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Dec 28, 2002

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Part 3 of 4 Advent sermons focusing on the Four-fold Gospel (C&MA distinctives)

Christ Our Healer (4FG-3) I. Why Do I Need a Healer? A. A universal need B. A result of the Fall C. The existence of the medical profession II. What Is God’s Plan to Meet My Need? A. OT record B. NT record C. A prior question III. How Do I Receive Christ as My Healer? A. Through the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16, Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

3 Prophetic Statements

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

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Looking at the prophecies of Jesus we can see that God does care for us and that He has a plan for our lives.

3 Prophetic Statements Sometimes life seems out of control and our response to the problems and difficulties we see around us is to fear. We worry that God either doesn’t know or doesn’t care about what is going on. We worry that evil is getting the upper hand. We worry that God can’t stop the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Holiness

The Greatest Sermon Of The Year

Contributed by Scott Cody on Aug 14, 2003

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A collection of passages from the Bible that tell God’s great story in one brief sermon.

It’s a bit presumptuous for someone to claim to deliver the greatest sermon of the year, but I make no apologies for today’s lesson or it’s claim. That’s because God’s going to do the preaching today. Sometimes, preachers get in the way of God’s powerful message of hope. So let me quit sharing my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 26, 2003

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He is the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. In this series we will take a look at each of these titles given to the Promised One of God.

The Gift of Christmas “Wonderful Counselor” Isaiah 9:1-7 Four the next four weeks I want us to spend our study time taking a look at a section of the Prophet Isaiah. Isaiah was a prolific prophet in perilous times. He wrote 66 chapters that are filled with judgment, justice, love, and redemption. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus: Son Of Man

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 27, 2006

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Some important truths concerning Jesus’ use of this title.

Matthew 18:11 Jesus, Son of Man Woodlawn Baptist Church December 2001 Introduction Whether we were ready or not, Thanksgiving has come and gone, and we are now in those few weeks that will be spent in the mad rush of shopping and preparing for meals, for family, decorating, visiting, and so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Sing Carols? Series

Contributed by Tom Doubt on Dec 23, 2003

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Carols are an expression of joy that resides in our hearts, with a rhythm of God’s love, a radiance of God’s glory, surrounded by His caring arms, and gift wrapped in His plan for us.

Dr. Tom Doubt, Senior Pastor Four Mile Creek Baptist Church Richmond, VA December 21, 2003 WHY SING CAROLS? Psalm 138 BACKGROUND: A. On these Sundays prior to Christmas we have been looking at the “C”s found in Christmas. 1. First “C” was the Coming, the prophecy that a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Joy

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 29, 2003

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Christmas Series part 3

Joy There was once a young boy who went to spend the week with his grandfather on the farm. While walking around he noticed the chickens, they were scratching and playing around. The little boy said, “They ain’t got it”. Next he saw a colt in the field playing and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With Holiday Emotions

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 13, 2008

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The myriad of emotions as Christmas create a time of stress, conflict, frustration, and dissatisfaction. How do we deal with these emotions?

DEALING WITH HOLIDAY EMOTIONS LUKE 10:38-42 Introduction: Perhaps no other season lends itself to such a myriad of emotions as Christmas. The holidays can be a time of stress, conflict, frustration, and dissatisfaction causing emotions to intensify. Holiday Stress for many is all too real. Martha ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

When They Persecute You Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 7, 2005

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Jesus warns us that we will have many trials and sorrows. We need to be prepared for those trials and sorrows. Not to worry over them, but not to be naïve. One of our greatest sorrows is when our friends or loved ones come against us for our commitmen

Tonight we will conclude our study on The Sermon on the Mount. There is still much more that Christ taught in chapter five, but our focus has been primarily focused on the portion that includes “The Beatitudes”. Last week we looked closely at verse 10, and I would like to connect a final study ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

His Name Is Called Immanuel Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 5, 2006

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Using texts from the prophecies of Isaiah, this is an Advent, Christmas, Epiphany Series on "The Names of Jesus." The theme of this inital sermon is that in the birth of Jesus, God has come to us in human flesh and is our source of strength.

WHAT’S IN A NAME?: HIS NAME IS CALLED IMMANUEL --ISAIAH 7:10-17, MATTHEW 1:18-23, Hebrews 2:14-18 Everyone is familiar with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet are star crossed lovers. Their families are bitter enemies. In Act II, Scene Two is the famous balcony ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-17

Denomination: Methodist

Let Christmas Put Hope In Your Heart

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 22, 2005

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God wants to give you hope.

Let Christmas Put Hope in Your Heart Luke 2:1-14 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA Dec. 19, 2004 *A songwriter named Gordon Bok once wrote: -If I had a thing to give you... --I would tell you one more time that the world is always turning toward the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Only The Star Remains

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

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When Christmas is past - the joy and the glory of it - what do we have left? This sermon tells us what remains after the strains of "Silent Night, Holy Night" have ceased.

Only The Star Remains; Isaiah 63:7-9; Matthew 2: 1-18 The miraculous, glorious birth is over. The shepherds have probably left the birth-place to return to their keeping watch over their flocks. The friendly beasts that attended this birth, feeling the stir of excitement that animals feel when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:1-9, Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

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