Sermons on First Advent:

Good News Of Great Joy Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 17, 2021

1) Joy in Watching (Luke 2:8), 2) Joy in Wonder (Luke 2:9-14), 3) Joy in Worship (Luke 2:15-16), 4) Joy in Witness (Luke 2:17-20

Luke 2:8-20. [8] And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. [9] And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with fear. [10] And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Other

O Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Sue Babb on Jan 9, 2018

Great things can come out insignificant places. God can use the smallest and weakest to shame the biggest and strongest.

I. Intro. A. I heard about a mother who was running furiously from store to store on Christmas Eve … trying to get those last-minute gifts. 1. Suddenly she realized she’d lost track of her little 3-year-old son. 2. In a panic, she retraced her steps and ...read more

Oh Christmas Three

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 5, 2022

Gifts are an important part of Christmas. They demonstrate how we Love - Care For - And Value Others. In part, the tradition of giving Christmas gifts goes back to the Wise Men

(This is not an original sermon, ideas from I believe, Jason Dexter. I have expanded main points and updated for my particular style) TITLE: OH CHRISTMAS THREE SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 2:1-12 I am excited and ready to begin our Advent Journey together as we march toward Christmas Day, which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Comfort In The "Red Letters"

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Nov 18, 2006

How we, as christians, can be reassured by the words of Christ!

Finding Comfort in the Red Letters John 14:1-6 The words in red in many Bibles are neither more nor less important than the words in black. Jesus said to the seventy: "He that heareth you heareth me" (Luke 10:16). This was his position concerning every divinely inspired writer or speaker. While ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Our Ultimate Ruler

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 18, 2019

THIS IS A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE THAT SPEAKS OF THE EXCITEMENT WE SHOULD HAVE AT THE BIRTH OF CHRIST, THE KING OF KINGS.

OUR ULTIMATE RULER JOHN 18:28-38 THE BIRTH OF A ROYAL BABY IS ALWAYS AN EXCITING EVENT FOR THE NATION, AND FOR THE WORLD. I REMEMBER THE HAPPINESS THAT SURROUNDED THE BIRTH OF WILLIAM AND HARRY FOR PRINCESS DIANA AND CHARLES. A TOWN CRYER STOOD OUTSIDE BUCKINGHAM PALACE AND ANNOUNCED WILLIAM’S ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Baptist

Pausing In Adoration Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 9, 2012

An important part of worship is to pause and reflect on the one we worship and what it means that He is with us.

A pastor and his wife were driving to visit Grandma and Grandpa for Christmas. Their daughter asked the inevitable question, “Are we almost there?” The father said, “No, we are still 150 miles away.” She asked, “Well, how long is that?” “Well, honey, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"Whose Dna Is In The Manger?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2024

A message for Christmas. We live in the age of Artificial Intelligence. A I may remain a mystery but we accept the benefits. We have come together this evening to celebrate the mystery of the incarnation. The “incarnation” is the mystery that the Creator of the Universe took upon Himself human DNA.

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2024 Text: Luke 2:8-12 Redeemer “Whose DNA is in the Manger?” We live in the age of Robotics, the self-driving car, a space ship that can launch and return to its launching pad by computer technology. This is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Broad Shoulders Of Christ

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Dec 18, 2021

The Lord's Shoulders are broad enough to bear whatever we face. We can roll our burdens on Him.

The Broad Shoulders of Christ Introduction: The prophet Isaiah has so many wonderful insights into the suffering of our Lord and the glory that follows. Isaiah 53:4-6 KJV "Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"it Wasn't A Very Hallmarkish Christmas"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 26, 2022

This was preached at a Christmas Eve service.

Title: It Wasn’t A Very Hallmark Christmas” Scripture: Mt. 1/Lk2 Type: Christmas Eve Message Where: GNBC Christmas Eve 2022 Intro: Tonight, I want to take us back in time to that 1st Christmas Eve. I want to compare and contrast the events, mindset, and mentality of the nativity of Christ to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift Of Joy Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To invite people to accept Christ's gift of joy this Christmas.

[Title S] The other night I was watching tv when I saw it. One of the best buys of the Christmas season. For only $19.95 I could get a noodle strainer, a vegetable steamer, chopper, slicer and dicer, 4 air tight plastic bowls, one large plastic spoon, two knives, a birth stone, and a shammy and a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Came For Common People Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 28, 2020

A truth worth grasping is that Jesus came through and for common people.

Jesus Came for Common People A truth worth grasping is that Jesus came through and for common people. Luke 2:7 says, “and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped Him in cloths and placed Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” Luke 2:8-11 says, “And there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-17, Luke 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary's Song Of Praise Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 2, 2024

Mary worships God for her Savior

Mary’s Song of Praise Luke 1:46-51 Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-01-2024 I’m Dreaming Let’s start this Christmas season with a trivia question. What’s the number selling Christmas song of all time? “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby is not only the best selling Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

After 2000 Years, They're Still Wise Men

Contributed by Ronald Horgan on Sep 12, 2001

A look at the "wise men" and what we can learn today as modern wise men and women

I guess that male bashing is the order of the day in some circles and now it’s reached even to the three wise men. Recently, I saw something that suggested that if the wise men had been women, things would have been different and better. First, if the wise men had been women, they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When God Joined Humanity Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Dec 16, 2008

When the Word became Flesh there were some incredible results.

WHEN GOD JOINED HUMANITY Christmas is a time for receiving. Yes, that’s right; we do enjoy getting gifts at Christmas time. Even if we buy our own gifts it is a chance to indulge ourselves and buy ourselves what we really wanted. It’s also great to get a gift from someone who really knows you and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-14

Denomination: Mennonite

What Is Christmas?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 14, 2010

To understand Christmas you must understand it's Reality, Reason and Result.

WHAT IS CHRISTMAS? A couple of years ago on America’s Funniest Home Videos, a young boy was shown on Christmas morning. He came down to see a large present beside the tree and ran over to tear it open to see what was inside. The paper went flying and suddenly he broke into a dance and jumped ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance