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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    The True Hope Of Christmas Never Fades Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 29, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,770 views

    This message examines how we can keep the joy and hope of Christmas every day of our lives.

    In the days leading up to Christmas our expectations are high and a sense of joy fills our hearts. We often are much like children in the fact we dream of Santa Claus and his glittering gifts of joy and peace. But what happens after Christmas? Well the tree dries up, the decorations are taken down ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Brown Paper Bags For Christmas

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,255 views

    No Christmas stocking was large enough to hold all that he wanted to give us. No Christmas stocking could display the Christmas message he wanted us to see. Only his hand drawn paper bags could properly express his love for us.

    Plain Brown Paper Bags for Christmas 2007 Luke 2:1-20 Today we celebrate a birthday that is 2007 years old. How is it that people are still excited and motivated to celebrate a 2007 year old birthday? It seems every year people grow more excited about that first birthday 2007 years ago. Well ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Are You Prepared For Christmas? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 48 ratings
     | 37,293 views

    How did Joseph and Mary prepare for their 1st Christmas? And what does this say about how we can prepare for pleasing God this season?

    OPEN: A new Christmas movie has just come out starring Matthew Broderick and Danny Devito. Does anybody know the name this movie? That’s right “Deck The Halls”. It’s a comedy about two neighbors who engage in a cutthroat competition to have the most decorated home in the neighborhood. Devito’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joy That Lasts Beyond The Holidays

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 110 ratings
     | 8,548 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

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jimmy Davis avatar

    Introduction To The Gospel Of John Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,256 views

    First in Series in a detailed study of the Gospel of John. An Introduction to the Gospel of John, The Prologue is a part of the first "P" in the Gospel of John. The Three P’s found in the Gospel of John.

    Note to reader: This is the first lesson in a series of Bible study on the Gospel of John. The Gospel of John Introduction to the Bible study on the Gospel of John: The Gospel of John is a document written for a first century audience. The stories that Jesus told in His ministry were not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Calling The First Witness

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,009 views

    This sermon talks about the fact that faith is more than something that is just in our head. It is expressed in our giving and in our living.

    November 11, 2001 Hebrews 11:4,5 “Calling the first witness” I. INTRODUCTION A defendant was on trial for murder in Oklahoma. There was strong evidence indicating guilt, but there was no corpse. In the defense’s closing statement the lawyer, knowing that his client would probably be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love At First Sight Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 26, 2024
     | 771 views

    John the Baptist was the Forerunner of Hope. Mary maintained Peace in a difficult calling. Angels proclaimed a time of great Joy for all. Today we want to see the Love that Jesus inspired in others - as an infant and even today.

    LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT LUKE 2:21-40 Introduction In December we have observed the Advent Themes of Hope, Peace, Joy. -John the Baptist was the Forerunner of Hope -Mary maintained Peace in a difficult calling. -Angels proclaimed a time of great Joy for all. -Today we want to see the Love that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    A Christmas Carol, Stave Four, The Future Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 22, 2018
     | 3,366 views

    In the fourth part of this series we look at how Christmas impacts our future through the power and presence of the Holy Spirit.

    A Christmas Carol Stave four the Future It was December 19th, 1843 and the Christmas Novella that Dickens had been working on for six weeks was finally released, to immediate success. By Christmas Eve all 6000 copies of A Christmas Carol had been sold out. And they weren’t cheap, the little ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Christmas Treasures Worth Pondering Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 22, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 11,034 views

    There is much in “Grasping the Truths of Christmas” that is worthy of pondering, worth meditating on, and holding within the child of God’s heart. There are three truths that the Holy Spirit of God wants you to ponder on in this message.

    Our key text today is Luke 2:19 Title: Christmas Treasures Worth Pondering Theme: What is so Special about Christmas Series: Grasping the Truths of Christmas Introduction: On the twenty-fifth of this month much of the United States will close their stores, business offices will be closed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Todd Marler avatar

    This Christmas (I Pray You Find These Things) Series

    Contributed by Todd Marler on Dec 19, 2018
     | 3,053 views

    Do you remember how long it would take for Christmas to come, as a child? It took forever and We could hardly wait. As an adult, it is just the opposite, as Christmas seems to get here faster than ever.

    This Christmas (I pray you find this three things) 26In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28The angel went to her and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    God’s Orchestration Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 14, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,094 views

    It may seem like Jesus, Mary, and Joseph were at the mercy of innkeepers and emperors, but, in retrospect, the birth of Jesus amplifies God’s control and involvement in the entire matter. God is strong and in control.

    God’s Orchestration of Christmas (Luke 2:1-7) 1. This story broke this week from the United Kingdom: " LONDON (Reuters) – Gone are the days of shepherds in tea towels and tinsel-clad angels. Britain’s competitive parents are forking out on luxury pashmina shawls and velour dressing gowns to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    A Noisy Inn & A Mother's Lullaby Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 24, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,083 views

    We can hear God’s love over the worlds noise this month. Part 1 of 3 in "It’s beginning to Sound a lot like Christmas" series.

    It’s Beginning to Sound A Lot Like Christmas Series "A Mother’s Lullaby and A Noisy Inn" Part 1 of 3 December 2, 2001 FBC, Chester, IllinoisMike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: 1 Maria was had turned 90 and decided to do her Christmas gift giving in a little bit different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "A Norman Rockwell Christmas"

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,332 views

    Norman Rockwell the beloved and talented artist always set out in his paintings to depict life in America and the importance of American Values. In our fast paced society today we need to re-discover these same values this year during the Christmas season

    A Norman Rockwell Christmas Opening video Illustration: The Nativity (clip) – Remembering who the reason for the season is- Jesus. Opening hands on Illustration: Show some of his pictures from his books and pass the books around! Thesis: Norman Rockwell the beloved and talented artist always set ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Craig Lee avatar

    Christmas Throught The Eyes Of Mary Series

    Contributed by Craig Lee on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,073 views

    A look at Christmas from the eyes of the Christ childs mother.

    Christmas Through The Eyes of Mary Luke 1:26-38 When Christmas is mentioned what do you think? What memories does the Christmas season bring to your mind? I think we all have memories of days gone by when Christmas had an extra special meaning or significance. Maybe it’s a Christmas as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mickey Bell avatar

    The Search For The Perfect Gift

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 27, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,634 views

    Everyone is looking for the perfect gift for Christmas. Your search is now over. The gift you are looking for has been found.

    The Search is On For the Perfect Christmas Gift This is that time of the year when the game begins. By the time we have cleaned up the messy wrapping paper that we tore to shreds to get to the gifts, we are now looking or “searching” for that perfect gift for the people in our lives. Out of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist