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Christmas Disguised Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

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When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story.

When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story. However, the Matthew account is different. He doesn't go into a lot of details. Listen to how he describes this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Unimpressive Christmas

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001

based on 84 ratings

| 9,342 views

It is the very lack of pretense and privilege accompanying Jesus’ birth that makes him more attractive as you get to know Him.

12-20-98 INTRODUCTION Chuck Swindoll writes of a commercial venture by one of the largest department stores in the nation. It proved to be disastrously unsuccessful. Their idea was a doll in the form of baby Jesus. It was advertised as being unbreakable, washable and cuddly. It was packaged ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Savior Is Born

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 8, 2001

based on 34 ratings

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The shepherds were the first to experience the power of the birth of Christ

A Savior is Born Luke 2:8-20 Introduction A striking Christmas card was once published with the title "If Christ Had Not Come". It was founded upon our Savior’s words "If I had not come." The card represented a pastor’s falling into a short sleep in his study on Christmas morning and dreaming of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Church Of God

A God Who Camps With Us

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

based on 50 ratings

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Sermon focuses on John 1:14, using the translations the word became flesh and "tabernacled" or "set up camp" with us. (Good for use in a camping setting or a location where many hearers are familiar with camping.)

Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. How many of you would call yourselves “campers”? Yes, several of our members disappear for varied weekends throughout the summer to spend time at a campsite. But let me get more specific here. How many ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lamb Who Became A Lion

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

based on 17 ratings

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The true Jesus can be characterized by two Biblical metaphors.

Mary had a little lamb Who became a Lion. 1.) Illus. Little girl misquoting Jn. 3:16, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Forgotten Son.” 2.) The world which once had “no room” for Jesus will SOON make room. 3.) Have we forgotten Who the real Jesus is????? [Our understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14, Revelation 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Mothers: A Mother's Day Sermon

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on May 21, 2018

based on 4 ratings

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Eve was the mother of humankind and her disobedience to God allowed sin to enter the world. Mary was the mother of God and her obedience to God allowed salvation to enter the world. On Mother's Day, what can we learn from these two mothers?

The first mother I want to introduce you to is Eve, the “mother of all humankind.” In the beginning of time, God created Adam and Eve and placed them in a beautiful garden. He gave them the entire garden as their own, except for the fruit of two trees in the middle of the garden. The Serpent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Charismatic

Learning Worship From Mary Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 28, 2023

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What is worship? Giving the worthship to God that He deserves.

“Then Mary said, ‘Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word’ … (weeks later) and Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior … for He who is mighty has done great things for me … He has shown strength with His arm … He has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Return To Civility: 2 Creat No Idols Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 6, 2024

| 836 views

This message focus on the second commandment as we look at the loss of a mutual morality in today's society.

A couple of weeks ago we began our series “A Return to Civility” and I mentioned how earlier this year I had speculated on what I saw as a loss of civility in our society. We’ve come to a place where we can no longer agree to disagree, and we’ve stopped treating one another with respect, at least ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-4, Exodus 20:7-8, Exodus 20:12-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Promise Of Immanuel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 25, 2015

| 10,095 views

In a time for fear, trust in the Lord and hope in His promise.

A woman in Arkansas was sitting in her car in a parking several years ago when she heard a loud bang and then felt a sharp pain in the back of her head. She was holding her hands behind her head when someone walked by and asked, “Are you OK?” The woman answered, “I've been shot ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joy That Lasts Beyond The Holidays

Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 25, 2003

based on 110 ratings

| 8,768 views

Most people throw out their Christmas joy with the wrapping paper and the tree. Where does one find Christmas joy that lasts?

Luke 2:8-20 JOY THAT LASTS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS Luke 2:8-20 CHRISTMAS JOY THAT LASTS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS There once was a small group of people – separate from the rest of the world. While the rest of the world was gathering together with family and friends, having a good time, eating and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Tyrants, Tidings, And Treasures

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Dec 18, 2020

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sermon looks at Christmas from 3 different perspectives- Augustus, shepherds, and Mary. And, it reminds us that even when we feel alone and forgotten, God has indeed not forgotten us.

TYRANTS, TIDINGS, AND TREASURES LUKE 2:1-20 1. TYRANTS AND TROUBLES. LK 2:1-3 1 And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So all went to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

"Intruder Or Welcomed Friend?"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Dec 10, 2002

based on 40 ratings

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Let’s not miss the real story of Christmas!

Southern Hills Baptist Church December 8th 2002 Intruder or Welcomed Friend? Luke 2:6-7 By Pastor Mark Hensley 6While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Angel's Message To The Shepherds: He's For You!

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001

based on 260 ratings

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YOUR Savior...YOUR King...YOUR Christ...YOUR gift. A short Christmas Eve devotion about the personal nature of God’s Christmas gift.

CHRISTMAS EVE 1999 INTRODUCTION The greeting on one certain Christmas card goes like this: “Christmas is just plain weird. What other time of year do you sit around staring at a dead tree in your living room and eat candy out of your socks.” There are some things about Christmas that are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Lessons From Bethlehem Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 17, 2007

based on 21 ratings

| 26,980 views

We learn several valuable life lessons from the stable in Bethlehem

Life Lessons from Bethlehem Selected Passages December 16, 2007 Evening Service Introduction Of all the events that have shaped human history, one moment stands above the rest. The moment was not filled with fanfare or frills but fantastic nonetheless. It is a moment when the temporal and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Shouting With The Shepherds

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 3, 2022

| 1,530 views

Christmas Eve meditation

Shouting with the shepherds Luke 2:1-20 Introduction- Luke 2:1-7 (1-20 in sections) We live in a day and age that people say happy holidays instead of merry Christmas. It is a time of presents and a time of personal pleasures. We struggle to have time with family and friends. We spend more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

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