Sermons on Funny Christmas:

The Olive: Exhaustion Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 2, 2003

How do we replenish our exhaustion? The world into which Jesus was born was spiritually weary. We too are worn out from conflict, moral uncertainty. God has acted to come among us and to give us power to become.

“All ye, beneath life’s crushing load, whose forms are bending low, who toil along the climbing way, with painful steps and slow, Look now! for glad and golden hours come swiftly on the wing: O rest beside the weary road, and hear the angels sing!” You don’t have to look long to find examples ...read more

Scripture: Job 15:17-35, John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Middle Aged Reason For Hope

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 8, 2005

In this Psalm I examine the Psalm writer’s attitude to the future as he faces old age and how he deals with his enemies. This is during Advent and has a little reflective flavor of the season in it.

December 11, 2005 Psalm 71 What do you think about your future? Maybe you’re one of those people who’s done an overall road map of your life. Maybe in ten years you want to retire, or have your house paid off, or have enough money saved up to buy a car, or get married and have children. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran

For To Us A Child Is Born Series

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 4, 2008

We are preparing for and celebrating the birth of the One whom Isaiah promises will one day rule in perfect holiness and righteousness for eternity.

FOR TO US A CHILD IS BORN Isaiah 9:6,7 Last Friday our Friday morning English class went to Chiba Prefecture to visit Pastor and Mrs. Wada. They have a nice home and they attend a home church. Pastor Wada said he is asked to preach at other churches, such as Nagarayama, Yashio, Koshigawa and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Through The Eyes Of The Innkeeper Series

Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Dec 14, 2007

Second of a four part series looking at the birth of Christ through other’s eyes.

All of you know that Anne is a stay at home mom...but did you also know that she has also held some pretty important positions here in Kentucky as well. I have to tell you she will probably accuse me of being a smart alec for saying this but I really mean it....she has taught an exercise class ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Through The Eyes Of King Herod Series

Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Dec 16, 2007

Third in a four part series of looking at the birth of Christ through different eyes

Now, all of you know about my self-admission of being a naturally competitive person. I have stood here in the past and I have told you about my desperate attempts to beat Anne at Scrabble...about how I stretched the rules just a little bit on a couple of occasions...and if the truth be told I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Men Still Worship

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

The Wise Men remind us that true worship comes from the heart.

Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Gift For The Lowliest Servants (Shepherds)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 26, 2000

The story of the faithful shepherds on the night of Jesus’ birth shows us how God in grace can give the greatest blessings to the humblest of servants.

THE GREATEST GIFT FOR THE LOWLIEST SERVANTS (Shepherds) (LUKE 2:8-20) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is loacted at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/shepherds.html] REBOUND Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6, Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following Jesus Without Denominationalism Series

Contributed by Sam Baker on Mar 25, 2012

I want you all to know that the importance to all of this relates very closely to the subject of “Authority in Religion” . . . It is impossible to maintain unity unless we can agree upon a ‘standard’ of authority. Funny thing is . . .

Following Jesus without Denominationalism Part 5: “Determining Our Standard of Authority” Now that Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s can be put behind us, maybe we can start putting more emphasis on those things we should be working on through out the year . . . starting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Coping With The Holidays

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2016

This information was put together for a workshop on "Coping with the Holidays" (Adapted from the book, "The Empty Chair: Handling Grief on Holidays and Special Occasions" by Susan J. Zonnebelt-Smeenge and Robert C. De Vries)

HoHum: Start with some family information: I grew up in a tight knit family spending my Sunday afternoons after church with all my extended family at my grandparent’s house. I am the eldest grandchild and my grandfather spent a lot of time with me growing up. I had trouble reading so before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Brings Freedom, As God Aims For A Low Salvation

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 22, 2021

God takes on flesh to conquer the Devil and give us freedom from fear

12.26.21 Hebrews 2:14–16 14 Therefore, since the children share flesh and blood, he also shared the same flesh and blood, so that through death he could destroy the one who had the power of death (that is, the Devil) 15 and free those who were held in slavery all their lives by the fear of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Real Christmas Message (It's Not Just A "story")

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 23, 2021

We celebrate the birth of Christ, the only hope for this world, who gave his life for all mankind to rescue them from sin and death. And to everyone who believes in HIM, to them HE gives the promise of eternal life. This is the REAL Story of Christmas

The Real Christmas Message* *I dislike the word "story" as in the Christmas "Story", as the word "story" gives a sense of fiction. CHRISTMAS IS A MESSAGE of TRUTH that needs to be told and heard around the world. Arranged by William Akehurst, HSWC We celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Odd Cast Of Characters

Contributed by John Bright on Dec 22, 2020

A sermon for Christmas Eve 2020

“An Odd Cast of Characters” Luke 2:1-17 A sermon for Christmas Eve, 2020 Pastor John Bright Luke 2 “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 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Advent Readings 2009

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Nov 17, 2009

Ready - Paste, print, your done. 5 readings - 4 sundays, 1 Christmas Eve. Based on John chapter 1 and 1john 1-5. May Jesus bless you this Christmas season.

First Sunday Of Advent - The Light And The Darkness Read Scripture: John 1:1-4 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For Unto Us Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 22, 2011

Isaiah fore told Jesus birth, the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, everlasting Father and Prince of Peace.

Christmas Day what a joy to be here, I don’t mean specifically here n the building but here on Christmas Day! Christmas Day 2011 for me is one on which I breathe a huge sigh of relief and say “thank you God!” We have made it through what for many of us will be one of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Christmas For Frodo Baggins, Harry Potter, And Jaws

Contributed by Benjamin Doolittle on Mar 29, 2002

The weaker defeats the stronger. The pure in heart defeats the corrupt. These popular stories all share this theme. Yet,they also suggest that "we can do it alone." "We don’t need anybody else." The story of our faith is very, very different fro

Loving, Wonderful, Holy God, In your Son was life, and His life was the light for all people. May His light be our light. This Christmas, may we rediscover anew the light of your Son, by these words and our meditations. In Christ’s name we pray, Amen. I want to talk about Christmas. But ...read more

Denomination: Methodist