Sermons on Christmas Symbols:

The Drama Of Christma

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

Matthew presents what Fred Craddock calls "the hard side of Christmas." But in a world that is getting increasing smaller and tremendously more urban, its message may be more relevant to us than the others for Matthew has a Christmas message for the city.

The Drama of Christmas Matthew 1-2 In our day there is a cultural and social battle over the meaning of Christmas. The battle has extended from the schoolyard to the courtyard. However, the battle over Christmas has not only impacted schools and public places. The struggle over the meaning of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Participating In Christmas Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Feb 20, 2007

It is not enough to simply enjoy christmas it is important that we participate in Christmas as well. this message focuses on Joseph and the Christmas narrative

INTRODUCTION, A man in Phoenix called his son in New York on Christmas Eve and says, “I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; 45 years of misery is enough – I cannot take it any more!” The startled son replies, “Pop what are you talking about, you and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Feb 20, 2007

Christmas is not about getting what we want rather Christmas is about getting what we need. The first Christmas God was using pinpoint accuracy to bring his plan to fruition to give us what we needed most; a savior!And that is the real purpose of Christma

Introduction: A young boy desperately wanted a bicycle for Christmas, so he asked his parents for the bike; His parents wanted to teach him the importance of prayer, so they suggested the young boy should write a letter to Jesus and pray for one instead." Not pleased with the response of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Potential Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Feb 20, 2007

Christmas is more than a date on a calendar, the potential of Christmas has a lasting impact

Introduction: A woman was frantically going through her Christmas “To Do List”, when she discovered she had not sent her Christmas Cards out to her friends and family. Rushing to the local card store she found an appropriate set of cards and mailed them out just in time to guarantee Christmas Eve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Love

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007

This is a sermon about the meaning of Christmas, as Christ was love!

I. I trust that we are all familiar with 1 Corinthians 13, what is commonly called "The Love Chapter". Someone has written a version specifically designed for Christmas: (1) "If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strands of twinkling lights and shining balls, but do not show love to my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Christmas Eve Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Dec 14, 2006

The genealogy of Matthew has much to teach us about Christ and our understanding of God

Christmas Eve Service 2006 Matthew 1 verses 1-17 How many Christmas Eve services have you attended in your lifetime? Is there anything new for you to hear this evening concerning the birth of Jesus Christ? I wondered that when I sat down to prepare this address. What can I bring that is fresh ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Surprise Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 16, 2006

The surprise of Christmas is that God loved us enough to send us His Son to die for our sins.

The Surprise of Christmas Text: Luke 2:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Every year at Christmas, my Mother and I would play this little game of cat and mouse. She would try to keep me from knowing what I was getting for Christmas, and I would do all in my power to find out before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas And Creation

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 17, 2006

1. Christmas proclaims a mystery. 2. Christmas promises redemption. 3. Christmas promulgates meaning.

Last week we read the prayer of Zechariah called the “Benedictus”,as he praised God for his faithfulness to his covenant with Abraham. This week we are looking at the prayer of Mary, often called the “Magnificat.” Mary also connects the birth of her son with the covenant God made with Abraham, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Methodist

Merry Christmas

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Dec 17, 2006

Merry Christmas: 1. God does not remember your sin Is. 43:25, Jer. 31:34 2. God is not counting your sin - 2 Cor 5:19 3. God is not condemning you your sin Ro. 8:1

Merry Christmas Matthew 1:21 By Dn. Chris Nerreau _______________________________________________________ She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” ORIENTATION: • Do you know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Orthodox

The Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Dec 17, 2006

This sermon depicts the true meaning of what Christmas really is; through God’s forgiveness; His help in our storms; and the hope He gives us for our future.

Last week, I talked about how Christmas is a time of love. God loved us enough to send His Son to be our sacrifice. Jesus loved us enough to be that sacrifice. And now, God wants us to love Jesus enough to sacrifice our will to Him. I explained that love is the willingness to sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: *other

Waiting For Christmas

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 18, 2006

We are still in the season of Advent, not Christmas. We can’t be ready for Christmas unless we prepare ourselves through Advent.

Waiting for Christmas Luke 3:1-17 December 17, 2006 Back in the late 1980’s when I was pastor over at First UMC in Morocco, Indiana, I was approached by a gentleman from the congregation asking about my choice of hymns. “Why can’t we sing Christmas hymns?” It has been December for a couple of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas Gifts

Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 18, 2006

What is the real meaning of Christmas gifts? Real gifts are costly to give, and accepting them means accepting the responsibility that comes with them. Especially the kinds of gifts God gives. Student Ministry PowerPoint format.

Christmas Gifts Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! (2 Corinthians 9:15) This lesson was originally presented in PowerPoint format to a High School student ministry. If you have questions or would like a copy of the original PowerPoint, send me an email at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Christmas

Contributed by Robert Travis on Dec 21, 2006

Discovering the joy of Christmas.

THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS Luke 2:8-20 I. WHAT THEY SAW 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

This Christmas Believe

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 22, 2006

Three things to focus our faith on over the Christmas season.

24, December 2003 Dakota Community Church This Christmas - Believe Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a Child is born. Unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. We are believers. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Mennonite

Christmas And Culture

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 23, 2006

1. Christmas informs the culture. 2. Christmas transforms the culture. 3. Christmas forms a new culture.

Christmas is about God breaking through at surprising times, and showing up in unusual places in the world. You never know when, where, or how God is going to show up. The Bible is full of stories of how God broke into the world at the very time that people thought he was nowhere to be found. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Methodist