Sermons about Commercialization

Christmas Love

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007

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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

When Little Is Big

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 24, 2007

based on 14 ratings

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God uses the insignificant and the unexpected to bring significance and purpose to our lives. [Christmas Eve Meditation]

WHEN LITTLE IS BIG Luke 2.1-7 S: Christmas Eve C: Bethlehem Pr: GOD USES THE INSIGNIFICANT AND THE UNEXPECTED TO BRING SIGNIFICANCE AND PURPOSE TO OUR LIVES. Type: Topical; inductive I. PLACE OF SUFFERING (Genesis 35.16-20) II. PLACE OF REDEMPTION (Ruth 4.7-12) III. PLACE OF ROYALTY (I Samuel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

John - Full Of Christmas Cheer

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 3, 2008

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An advent message thinking about what John the baptist has to do with this season.

Luke 1:3-18 The season of Christmas is upon us, but I wonder at what point did this realisation hit you? When you saw the decorations going up in shopping centres - something which always seems to happen way too early (i.e. October)? When you received your first card? In the Church Advent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:3-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Mighty Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 4, 2008

based on 17 ratings

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Notice these words in verse 32 - “Peter passed through all quarters.” They are going to serve as the basis for our thoughts tonight.

THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS ACTS 9:32-35 The passage tonight turns from the dramatic changed life of Saul to a story in the life of Peter. Since the churches had rest from persecution, the apostles began to make use of this interval of quiet to visit the different congregations in order to build ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Protagonist And The Antagonist

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jan 6, 2007

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Jesus setting the Pharisees straight and shutting down their argumentative spirit.

The Protagonist and the Antagonist Luke 14:1-6 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Jesus was literally on display in midst of the Pharisees in home of one of their rulers. This was the primary group who would want to catch Jesus in some form of a compromise. So let’s look at our passage and see how the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

In Jesus' Name

Contributed by James Chandler on Jun 27, 2003

based on 47 ratings

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We pray in Jesus’ name...what else should we do in Jesus’ name?

In Jesus Name We Play Colossians 3:17 It started as a slip up during a prayer before a church softball game. The minister was leading everyone in prayer. As he closed in prayer he accidently said, "In Jesus’ name we play." That phrase caught on and soon others were praying before softball ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beast From The Sea Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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Week 31 in a Wednesday eveniing study through the book of Revelation

WEEK 31 “The Beast from the Sea” Date: March 5, 2003 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 13:1-10 Introduction Seven people or characters are introduced to us by the 7th trumpet; 5 whom we have met in chapter 12: the woman- the nation of Israel; the red dragon-Satan; the child of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Is There No Room For Christ At Christmas?

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Dec 13, 2005

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Christ has been banned from government, kicked out of school, blacked out of the media, but to be replaced by an “X” on His own holiday does not seem appropriate.

Christ has been banned from government, kicked out of school, blacked out of the media, but to be replaced by an “X” on His own holiday does not seem appropriate. Centuries ago, “X” was placed before “mas”, “X” being symbolic of the Greek letter “CHRI” which is the initial for Christos in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: What If There Were No Christmas?

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Dec 29, 2005

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This message looks at the question that is raised from Narnia about always winter but never Christmas. It is count down to the importance and blessings of the fact that there was a Christmas and Christ is there for us.

What if there were No Christmas? Matt. 1:18-25 Intro.: A. Well, Christmas Day is Tomorrow. We gather here tonight to Celebrate and Worship the Birth of Jesus Christ, as Savior and Lord. The whole world sings, decorates, give and share in this special time of Year and I want to extend to you a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Adventist

Grab A Hold Of Something Wonderful

Contributed by Greg Newton on Dec 8, 2004

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Knowing that God has something wonderful for each one of us if we are willing to grab ahold and become apart of what the Lord is doing through our life. We become one of the four men in doing what we can to get people to Jesus.

“Grab hold for something wonderful” Intro: When I read in the Bible, I find many illustrations that Jesus had of people that were more that willing to going to whatever measures needed to see them or their friends touched by the hand of the man working miracles. People come to realize that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Merry Christmas, Assembly Required? Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Dec 13, 2004

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Don’t allow the fast pace of the holidays and the unbiblical views of others influence you or detract you from being able to celebrate and assemble a Real Christmas for you and your family this year.

A Merry Christmas, assembly required? *Luke 2:8-20 “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 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Christmas? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 13, 2004

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This sermon explores what Christmas is not, and also what Christmas is.

Scripture In Matthew’s description of Jesus’ birth, we read that before Mary and Joseph came together to consummate their marriage, Mary was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose Mary to public disgrace, he had in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God, Sex, And Marriage

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Mar 5, 2005

based on 15 ratings

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What does God say about sex before marriage? What about sex outside of marriage?

God and the Marriage Bed (1 Cor. 7:1-9) Intro: A. When you look at our society today, we have seen many marriages that have ended in divorce. When you consider the statistics concerning sexuality and teens, you see that most people have some type of sexual activity before they marry. The term ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For Easter

Contributed by Matthew Cook on Mar 21, 2005

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How can we truly prepare to celebrate the resurrection of Christ?

Preparing for Easter March 20, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Deacon reads Psalm 96:7-13. Introduction What does it take to really praise and worship? Have you heard about the little boy who attended church for the first time and was asked how it went? He replied, “The music was nice but the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-41

Denomination: Baptist

Living Life With No Regrets

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jan 11, 2005

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This morning on this First Sunday of 2005, I want to encourage you, challenge you to be like the Apostle Paul... Live Life with No Regrets.... Live your life for Christ 100%.

“Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, 19 for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. 20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-21

Denomination: Nazarene

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