Sermons on Decoration:

The Perfect Gift

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

God’s perfect gift to us in the life of His only begotten Son.

Dec. 25, 1999 Introduction: Now that the holiday season is here, it seems that finding the right gift for the right person seems to be at the top of the list for many people. If you went to the shopping malls these past few days, you will find that people are buying things that they usually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11, Matthew 7:1-11, Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Adventist

Knowing Christ

Contributed by John Johnson on Dec 7, 2002

If we are to have a successful relationship with God, we must spend time getting to know him.

Matthew 5:13-16 Salt and Light Witnessing There are two things that we value that seem so small but are part of our survival. We either complain because we have too much of these two things or we want more of them. One is hardly seen. Yet if you have too little of it you can taste ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Good News Of Great Joy

Contributed by Chris Layton on Dec 20, 2002

The Gospel in the story of Christmas.

GOOD TIDINGS FOR ALL PEOPLE LUKE 2:10 1. Christmas is all of a sudden upon us and with just a few more days until Christmas, we are in the midst of making all of our preparations to spend time with friends and family. The television is full of advertisements, the radio is playing Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day: They Still Speak

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 20, 2004

A look at those who have gone before who understood the words of faith, undertook a walk of faith, acomplished works of faith and withstood trials of faith.

INTRODUCTION Memorial Day was established in 1868 to honor the fallen soldiers of the Civil War. It has grown to become a solemn recognition of all of our nation’s war dead and the high price of our freedom. Joke – A church had a bulletin board decorated with pictures of soldiers who had been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The True Vine

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 9, 2005

Abiding in Christ is our vital connection to eternal life.

The True Vine Jn. 15:1 I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. Intro: In the 15th chapter of the Gospel of John a drama is unfolding in the form of a parable told by Jesus. A drama is unfolding in this passage, and indeed, in our lives. As in many good plays, the primary ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

What God Has Prepared For You

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

A sermon on what God has prepared for them who have their heavenly passports ready.

What God has prepared for you Philippians 3:20-21 By Pastor Fernando Cabrera 1. It is better than you think (3:20) – citizenship is in heaven a. A place of perfect worship (Rev.7:11, and chapters 14 and 22) i. Heaven’s city is one big church b. A place of perfect pleasure i. You will feel brand ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thoughts About Labor Day

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 6, 2005

Christian values effect the way employers and employees interact.

Thoughts About Labor Day I Thess. 4:11 & II Thess. 3:10-12 INTRO: I think Labor Day is a kind of strange holiday. While we call it "Labor Day," we try to do as little labor as possible and most working people have the day off. I don’t recall anyone wishing me a "happy labor day" or sending me a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11, Genesis 2:15, Colossians 3:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Obedient To Death

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 9, 2005

A Message for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

“OBEDIENT TO DEATH” INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH NOVEMBER 13, 2005 Intro: Today we are going to spend some time remembering the fact that across the world millions of Christians live in fear of arrest, torture and even death for following Christ. I want to show you a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: What Are You Waiting For? Series

Contributed by Jeff Thiemann on Nov 26, 2005

Advent is a time of watching, waiting and anticipating Jesus’ activity in our lives as Jesus has turned to each of us, to pull us into God’s great story of salvation for the world.

What are you waiting for? This is an appropriate question to ask on this Sunday as we begin the new church year and as we begin the season of Advent, these four Sundays that lead up to Christmas. Advent is a time of preparation; our preparation often includes much time shopping, decorating, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

The Last Christmas?

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Dec 23, 2003

A reflection on our views of the meaning of Christmas with references to Isaiah, Matthew and Luke.

It is Christmas Eve, but what does that really mean to us in today’s secular world? What does it mean to the thousands of shoppers who have ran out of time, trying desperately to find that last minute gift? It is Christmas Eve, but let’s go back to that time 2000 years ago to see what the view ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19, Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Congregational

A Baby On The Way: Water Breaks News Breaks

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 22, 2004

A message about the importance of The Message

A Baby on the Way: Water Breaks News Breaks Luke 2:1-20 INTRODUCTION... Incarnation of Christ An old pioneer traveled westward across the great plains until he came to an abrupt halt at the edge of the Grand Canyon. He gawked at the sight before him: a vast chasm one mile down, from four to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Around The World (All Age)

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 10, 2004

A short talk and order of service for a Christmas All Age (Family Service). Email me for Word documents and PowerPoints

All Age Nativity Talk for ¡§Christmas around the world¡¨. John 1:10-14 WBC 12th Dec 2004 am PPT of first screen The vicar and his wife had left for a conference abroad, forgetting to give instructions for the banner which was to decorate the hall at the Christmas Carol Concert, the following ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

For The Sake Of One

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003

"For God so loved the world" is the motivation behind man’s redemption from sin, even if only one person would have responded to God’s gift of Salvation.

"FOR THE SAKE OF ONE" Mark McCool TEXT: ROMANS 5:6-11 6 For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seasoning Our Getting Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Aug 1, 2008

The best gift one can get is that of a relationship with Jesus. New Years is a great time to think this through

Enjoy the tree because next week it will be gone, the garlands, nativity scene and memorial ornaments will be put away till next December 7 (which is the second Sunday in Advent). At our house we’ve left up some winter decorations but the bulk of our Christmas is down and in the garage. Yet, today ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Good Soldier Of Christ Jesus

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 6, 2008

For all the days ahead, let us purpose to be good soldiers of Christ Jesus.

A GOOD SOLDIER OF CHRIST JESUS “Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.” 2 Timothy 2:3 (NIV) I. EVERY SOLDIER OF CHRIST JESUS IS A VOLUNTEER: There are no draftees in the army ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3

Denomination: Baptist