Sermons on Elizabeth And Mary:

Falling In Love With Jesus Series

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 20, 2004

Two surprising announcements. How would you react?

Falling in love with Jesus Luke 1:1-4 Part II Based on the book by the same name by: Rubel Shelly The nature of the Gospels is summed up best by John; “Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Grand Announcement

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 28, 2001

God uses the Virgin Birth to announce His grace and mercy to the world.

God’s Grand Announcement Luke 1:26-38 December 1999 Introduction I. Preparation of graduation announcements A. Basic Preparation We made a list of addresses for all of the people that we were going to invite. We ordered the right number of announcements so that we would have enough to send to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Ready Or Not! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021

It is the most wonderful time of the year! But are we ready? Has it caught us off guard? How do we handle a season we which we aren’t prepared?

Christmas Is Coming! Pt. 1 - Ready or Not! Introduction It is hard to believe it is the month of December much less almost Christmas. This year at times has seemed like a lifetime while at other moments it is a blur. We find ourselves in the most nostalgic time of year. Visions of sugar plums ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-49, Luke 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wait Is On

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 2, 2011

Waiting is essential to the spiritual life. But waiting as a disciple of Jesus is not an empty waiting. It is a waiting with a promise in our hearts that makes already present what we are waiting for.

The Wait Is On Advent #1 Nov 27, 2011 Intro: What do the following have in common: • Doctor’s office • Holiday shopping • Connecting flights • Red light • Advent Can you guess? The answer is waiting, and that that is what we are going to explore together ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:6-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Perfect Christmas - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 11, 2021

For many people, this will be their first Christmas without their husband or their wife, or a son or a daughter, or a father or a mother. For I have good news for each of you: this child will bring Eden.

It seems many of us are searching for joy this time of year. Let me show you… The top five Christmas songs according to Billboard Charts for this past week were: 5) Mary Did You Know by Pentatonix 4) Rockin Around the Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee 3) Jingle Bell Rock by Bobby Helms 2) Hallelujah by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Gabriel

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 28, 2018

The Christmas story told from the perspective of the angel Gabriel. First person narrative sermon.

“I am Gabriel - I stand in the presence of God.” Move #1 – read text – Luke 2:1-14 Introduction: Allow me to introduce myself. I am Gabriel. I’m an angel. Now I don’t wish to boast but some people even consider me angelic. Where I come from, “Star Wars” is small potatoes… I find those movies it a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph's Story

Contributed by William Groover on Dec 11, 2001

Dramatic monologue on Joseph

“Joseph’s Story” Dr. Bill Groover Tallahassee, Florida © 1998, 2002, William A. Groover Jr., Ph.D. Preachers may use this sermon or any part in worship if no publication is involved. No credit to the author is required, but an e-mail to DrBillGroover@aol.com will be appreciated. I’d also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Christmas Story Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

Are y’all ready for some preachin’ today? Are you ready to hear what God’s word has to tell us? Today, we are starting a two-part series, with the intent of examining the birth of Christ, a little differently.

So, part one, will be looking at Jesus’ birth from perspective of Matthew and Luke’s gospels. Next week, John’s gospel. We’ll be unfolding 8 factors, as they tell the story: Uniqueness of each gospel Key points of each gospel Bio of the authors Their audience Key figures Intent of the authors ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:25, Luke 1:37

The Birth Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2012

In today's lesson we learn how God fulfills his promise.

Scripture Today we will study the birth of John the Baptist as it is set forth in Luke 1:57-66. Regarding the birth of John the Baptist, Bible commentator Philip Ryken says: The opening chapters of Luke are like a duet from an oratorio. One voice begins to sing, followed by another, and then the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-66

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Child Is This--A Child Of Joy

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 14, 2018

Many people want to argue about facts and details around Christmas, but Jesus came into the world to bring Joy into the lives of those around him. We experience joy when we take our relationship with Jesus to a higher level.

What Child Is This-A Child Of Joy Genesis 3:1-19 Luke 1:46-55 12-10-2017 We are in part 3 of our series, What Child Is This: We have looked at the Child of promise, the Child of pain, and today we look at a Child of Joy. Christmas is to be about joy, but some see it as a time to argue over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Godly Mothers Of The Bible. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 8, 2024

Today, we honor the godly mothers of the Bible, whose faith, courage, and devotion have inspired generations.

2 Timothy 1:5 Today, we honor the godly mothers of the Bible, whose faith, courage, and devotion have inspired generations. These women, though imperfect, trusted God and raised children who changed the course of history. Let us explore their stories and learn from their examples. 1. Sarah — ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5, Luke 1:39-45

It's Birthing Time

Contributed by Selwyn Robins on Jan 31, 2016

This is a message of Grace & Salvation.

It’s Birthing Time Luke 1:5-13, 17 & 41-44, 56 Tonight your word is “It’s Birthing Time”. Tell someone it’s time for delivery We know that (John 1:1-5) says... "In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God. The same was in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-56

Denomination: Charismatic

Mother's Love

Contributed by Bill Butsko on May 12, 2006

This message illustrates the characteristics of a mother.

Scripture Reading: I John 4:7-21 Message: “Mother’s Love” Text: “God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him” (I John 4:16). Introduction: We were all created by God and brought into this world through one called “Mother”. Each one of us has an earthly mother and an ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Christian Church

The Entrance

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 24, 2000

The Entrance of Jesus Christ into human form teaches us some things about God.

Morning Message December 24, 2000 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs THE ENTRANCE Luke 1 – 2 Introduction: 1. What we have read today is the account of THE ENTRANCE of deity in human form. Jesus Christ left behind the riches and royalty of heaven to be born in a most common fashion. In the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"good News Of Great Joy" Series

Contributed by William Bursztynski on Dec 18, 2018

The King is coming and it affected several people in the first century and continues to affect lives today.

Hear the Good News! Luke 1 If ever a book was filled with good news for everybody, the Gospel of Luke is that book. Dr. Luke’s key message is, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10). He presents Jesus Christ as the compassionate Son of man, who came ...read more