Sermons on Elizabeth And Mary:

Genesis 25:19-34 (Jacob & Esau)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 19, 2007

In a world marked by violence, the ancient story of Jacob and Esau reminds us that conflict has always been a part of the way God deals with his people, and it contains with...

We gather together today in the wake of the terrible terrorist attacks in London - violence that I suspect has left none of us unaffected. Tony Blair said, “They will never succeed in destroying what we hold dear” , and it’s hard not to admire his resilience, even though we recognise, I think, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"The Week After Christmas”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 12, 2006

baby jesus meets Simon.

Text: Luke 2:25-33, “And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus: What's In A Name?

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

This Christmas Eve Sermon explores the meaning of Jesus name and celebrates.

I. There are many innovated names being given to babies today. A. Gillian Anderson girl - Piper Maru 1. Courtney Cox Arquette girl - Coco 2. Christie Brinkley girl - Sailor Lee 3. Richard Gere boy - Homer James Jigme 4. Sylvester Stallone boy - Sage Moonblood B. Names have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Baptist Doubts! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 3, 2011

We go there some times in times of desperation, sometimes just because we do, maybe the ememy whispers doubts into our ear, but we go there, believe see and hear what the Lord is doing, and be blessed as you remain in him!

The Beatitudes wrap up, the Baptist doubts! Blessings, what a wonderful thing it is to receive a blessing! Over the last couple of months we have looked through the beatitudes those blessings that Jesus talked about, we looked at the whole way in which he talked about these beatitudes, which are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Luke 7:11-28 Did John Doubt?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 22, 2013

As I have been preparing this message I found that there are many bible scholars that think that verse 19 shows that John the Baptist begin to doubt that Jesus wasn't really the One that the O.T. scriptures foretold as Israel's Messiah. Remember John i

Luke 7:11-28 Did John doubt? ~ GOOD NEWS- THE GOSPEL 1-26-13 Today I want to bring a few thoughts to do with the account that we read of in Luke 7:11-28. As I have been preparing this message I found that there are many bible scholars that think that verse 19 shows that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of Hope Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2018

Lights and Christmas go together like peas and carrots. This message series reflects on the four candles of the Advent wreath. We begin with the hope candle.

All the Pretty Lights: The Light of Hope Luke 2: 1 – 5 You just can’t do Christmas without lights! They’re my favorite Christmas tradition. There’s much I find about Christmas challenging—not the holiday itself, but all the surrounding ado. I’d just as soon we skip most of the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Don’t Waste Your Valley

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 2, 2025

We’re looking at spiritual valleys, why we have to go through them, how they can be beneficial to us, and how to NOT waste your valley.

DON’T WASTE YOUR VALLEY 1 Kgs. 20:28; Deut. 8:7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “Having Trouble with your Wife” 1. A father came home from work just before supper and was met by his five year old daughter on the sidewalk outside his house. The little girl was not smiling. 2. “Is something wrong, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:28, Deuteronomy 8:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas According To Simeon Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 11, 2023

In this Christmas sermon, we explore Simeon's Song to the Savior

Christmas According to Simeon (Luke 2:25-32) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-10-2023 I’m currently reading Geddy Lee, the lead singer of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Rush, autobiography. The first part is about the history of his family. His mother and father, both ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon's Song - All I Want For Christmas Is Hope Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 8, 2026

Simeon waited a long time to see the Messiah. But his anticipation was met with great rejoicing.

All I want for Christmas is Hope Luke 2:25-32 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-21-2025 In 1952, Florence Chadwick attempted to swim the twenty-six miles from the coast of California to Catalina Island. After swimming for hours, the fog set in and she became disoriented and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Sermon Of The Year

Contributed by Scott Cody on Aug 14, 2003

A collection of passages from the Bible that tell God’s great story in one brief sermon.

It’s a bit presumptuous for someone to claim to deliver the greatest sermon of the year, but I make no apologies for today’s lesson or it’s claim. That’s because God’s going to do the preaching today. Sometimes, preachers get in the way of God’s powerful message of hope. So let me quit sharing my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The High View Of Women In Scripture

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 8, 2004

Mother’s Day 2004. Not about motherhood per se, but about womanhood in general.

The High View of Women in Scripture Various Scripture May 9, 2004 Introduction I happen to be a fan of women. I like the idea of womanhood in general, and I¡¦m a huge fan of one woman in particular. I think God had a good idea when He invented women. Maybe that¡¦s just me, but let me take a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Psalm 22 - Jesus On The Cross Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 29, 2019

"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" Jesus' terrible cry on the cross is answered in Psalm 22.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31, Psalm 22:1, Psalm 22:21, Luke 1:46-55, Acts 7:53, Galatians 3:19, John 16:13-14, Isaiah 59:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Timing Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

What we want to see is that though timing may not be everything to Christmas it is plenty, and a focus on the timing of Christmas events can be quite revealing.

Timing may not be everything, but it is plenty. At the dedication service of the Statue of Liberty a boy was to wave a flag indicating that Senator William Evarts had finished his speech. This way the signal for men high in the head of the statue to let go of a giant French flag, which in turn ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Jonah - A Suprised Silly Dove

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 19, 2008

When God calls us to do an extraordinary task, we need to trust His help and lean not our own understanding, but His.

A. Jonah… poor Jonah. If you have ever read this short little book in the old testament, you feel sorry for the guy and not in a way that you wish he had better luck, but in a way that you wish he would have just trusted and followed God. I mean, God would have protected him and cared for him on ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zachariah & Elisabeth

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Zachariah & Elisabeth(PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 1 verses 5-24 & 57-80. Ill: • I do not want to worry you but you have 36 shopping days to Christmas. • Just over 5 weeks! • Including today we have three Word & Worship services. • Countdown to Xmas: Character’s in the Xmas story: Zacariah & Elisabeth (a). Unbelief ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80, Luke 1:1

Denomination: Brethren