Sermons on Christmas Stockings:

Where’s The Line To See Jesus?

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 22, 2009

Today, as Christmas approaches, impatient shoppers stand in line at the check out aisles, children line up to see Santa, but where’s the line to see Jesus? Based on an original song by Steve Haut and Becky Kelly. Powerpoint and Video avaible, just e-mail

WHERE’S THE LINE TO SEE JESUS? Scott Bayles, preacher First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL Last year while at the mall with his mom and grandpa, a four-year-old boy watched as children lined up excitedly to see Santa Claus. Having been taught as a toddler that Christmas is the holiday that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21, Luke 2:1

Denomination: Christian Church

The Jesus That Always Was Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 15, 2015

Only a Messiah who was truly God could save humanity.

Harry Reasoner, one Christmas years ago, gave the following closing to 60 minutes [God would become a baby.] It is a startling idea, of course. My guess is that the whole story that a virgin was selected by God to bear His Son ... is not an idea that has been popular with theologians. It's a ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"When Hopes And Fears Meet Jesus”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 17, 2019

A Christmas Eve message looking at the Christmas Carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem." It looks at the line, "The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight."

Christmas Eve “When Hopes and Fears Meet Jesus” {Audio File: https://mega.nz/#!WM11RKba!XcZIelewoOgfqgXM_c2CG3svENvLdvejiaB2NXuS8CI} The beginning lyrics of “O Little Town of Bethlehem.” “O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11, Jeremiah 31:15, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Foursquare

We Need A Joseph's Heart Series

Contributed by James May on Nov 27, 2011

A series for the Christmas Season, or anytime of the year. Why did God choose those who went to see Jesus and to know that He had come into the world? Each of the characters we will examine had a special heart after God and qualities that we all need to

What Does It Take to See Jesus? Part 1 - We Need a Joseph’s Heart By Rev. James May Thanksgiving, with its family gatherings and feasting has now passed into history and we find ourselves filled with thankfulness for all of the blessings of God that he has bestowed upon us. Even with all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A City Not Forsaken

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 30, 2014

Importunity "UNTIL..."

A CITY NOT FORSAKEN. Isaiah 62:6-12. I reside just outside the walls of a quaint old English city - so quaint, that there is still a civil servant who holds the office of City-crier. This is a man with a bell and a loud booming bellowing voice, who makes public announcements in public places. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Angels And Shepherds

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 7, 2013

No person is an 'untouchable' to God: and the things revealed that first Christmas are such that 'angels desire to look into...'

ANGELS AND SHEPHERDS. Luke 2:8-20. To be a shepherd was not necessarily considered to be one of the higher occupations in the Judean province. This is surprising, since some of Israel's great leaders had been shepherds. Abraham had his flocks, as had Isaac. Jacob kept the flocks of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking The Road To Bethlehem: Mary Is Encouraged By Elizabeth

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

This week we’ll be looking at Mary’s relationship with Elizabeth, the cousin of Mary, who being 88 years old is told that she will be the mother of John the Baptist.

This week we’ll be looking at Mary’s relationship with Elizabeth, the cousin of Mary, who being 88 years old is told that she will be the mother of John the Baptist. All of this took place at about 35 to 40 B.C. Augustus was Caesar of the ancient Roman empire at this time in history. Following ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Salvation Army

Satan's Rebellion Or Obeying God's Design: Joseph Obeyed God, What Is Your Choice?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

Today we gaze through the window of obedience. And we see the historical Christmas saga in how it plays out for an average everyday human named Joseph. Joseph is a bit of a mystery to us. We get a few mentions of him in scripture.

Today we gaze through the window of obedience. And we see the historical Christmas saga in how it plays out for an average everyday human named Joseph. Joseph is a bit of a mystery to us. We get a few mentions of him in scripture. We know he’s a carpenter. We know he lived in Nazareth. We know he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

Denomination: Salvation Army

Under Construction

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 26, 2012

A sermon from Mark 1:1-8 for the Christmas season (Outline and some material adapted from Sermon Central’s John Hamby at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/preparation-for-christmas-john-hamby-sermon-on-christmas-64230.asp)

HoHum: Do we have any travel plans during the Christmas holidays? Do any of us visit out of town family and friends? We did when I was a teenager. Some of my fondest childhood memories of the Christmas holidays were times when we went to visit my grandparents in northern Indiana. I don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace On Earth, Good Will Towards Men

Contributed by Charles Trout on Jun 20, 2001

CHRISTMAS IN JULY!!!! To our shame we often limit Luke chapter 2 to the Christmas season when in fact verse 14 gives us daily and eternal peace!

Luke 2:13-14 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. If it is possible for the retail stores, and secular radio stations to have a “Christmas In July” certainly it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Run Turkey Run

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 15, 2012

Our rush to commercialize Christmas, even before Thanksgiving, shows that we have become unthankful for what we have, and greedy for more. Christmas has trampled Thanksgiving.

Trampling Thanksgiving (Run, Turkey, Run) Psalm 100:1-5 I know some of you will find this hard to believe, but I don’t like to be controversial and cause a stink or alienate people. I will. And I have, and I probably will again… today… but I don’t like it… I like to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Serving God Regardless Of The Consequences

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 23, 2017

A Christmas sermon looking at the main characters in the Christmas story, Mary, Joseph, the Shepherds, and the Magi, and how they followed and served God's purposes despite the consequences, difficulties, and hardships they faced.

Serving God Regardless of the Consequences As we prepare for Christmas I thought I’d start up with where we left off during the Thanksgiving holidays when we looked at being grateful during the inevitabilities of life, and how to maintain the ministries graciously given by God. Therefore, with ...read more

Scripture: John 13:15-16

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus: A Star Is Born Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Nov 25, 2020

The Star is born! The Grand Finale The Star and Stars of Christmas is a series of messages for Advent. Using the idea of a play on a stage. Each message will look at different characters in the Christmas story.

Opening Song— This is a Strange Way to Save the World https://youtu.be/iKYfzax-sNk Special: O Holy Night Pastor • Welcome • Scripture reading The Birth of Jesus Luke 2 1-5 About that time Caesar Augustus ordered a census to be taken throughout the Empire. This was the first census when Quirinius ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Revelation 22:1-16, John 8:1-12, John 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Season Of Love And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Dec 17, 2025

You can see Christmas lights everywhere, but sometimes there is darkness in the heart. That is why the message of Christmas is not only about gifts, carols, and celebrations—it is about love and forgiveness.

THE SEASON OF LOVE AND FORGIVENESS Pastor Joel Bernardino – December 19, 2026 This Christmas Season promotes love, joy, and peace. But for many people, this is also a season of: • Unresolved conflicts • Broken relationships • Silent treatment • Deep hurts that were never healed You can see ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:10-11

Mary And Joseph Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 9, 2021

Not everyone experiences a Hallmark Christmas. Some people have problems, and in the moments to come, we'll discover one of the original characters of Christmas has a big problem.

Merry Christmas to your family and you! Christmas is just three days away – are you ready? Is everything wrapped and under the tree? When I stop to think about it, it is still funny eleven years later… …but Virgin Mary gave birth to a 7.7-pound baby Jesus on Christmas Day in Peru eleven years ago. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist