Sermons on Gifts Of The Magi:

Christmas Came Just The Same

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 29, 2007

How do you regard Christ: 1) Responding with Hostility (Herod), 2) Responding with Indifference (chief priests and scribes) 3) Responding with Worship (Magi)

Quote: “Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot, but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville did Not!” Although I do not poses an edgy voice like Boris Karloff, I am sure many of you recognize the line from arguably the most famous of Dr. Seuss’ books: The Grinch that Stone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Other

"Going By A Different Route"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 2, 2013

A sermon for Epiphany.

“Going By a Different Route” Matthew 2:1-12 We aren’t told how long of a time had passed between when the Magi first saw the star and when they arrived in Jerusalem, but Herod’s order—in verse 16—to kill all male children two years and younger gives us a bit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

"bethlehem"

Contributed by John Huyser on Dec 10, 2024

Why would the wise men go to Jerusalem? Why would they connect the special star in the sky to a king's birth? Scripture must be the answer, but how?

Last week, we covered Joseph’s first dream in Matthew 1 and its related tie-in to Isaiah's prophecy. For Matthew's intended Jewish readers, we uncovered many details that would shock them. If you missed last week, you can listen to it as a devotion at fruitportcrc.org. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Micah 5:2

Star Trek Episode 1: The Search For A Child That Revealed The Hearts Of Men

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 6, 2013

What do we learn about ourselves from the magi's search for Jesus?

OK all you Trekkies, you fans of everything Captain Kirk and Klingon, can you tell me when the first Star Trek episode aired? Was it in 1959, 1966, or 1971? If you answered 1966, you are correct - partially. 1966 was the year the crew of the Enterprise took off for the stars on prime time TV. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Wise Worship Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 11, 2012

The Magi gave unique & unusual gifts to Jesus. They were demonstrating a prophetic understanding of Who Jesus was and the reason He came - Gold - Jesus was the King, Frankincense - Jesus was God, and Myrrh - Jesus was the Lamb of God, Who would die for t

The wise men came with a specific purpose to worship Jesus. We will look at three lessons we can learn from this passage, especially on worship. 1. Worship is faith-full 2. Worship is sacrificial 3. Worship is obedient 1. Worship is faith-full Notice the nature of the journey they took. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

According To Herod Series

Contributed by David Cain on May 4, 2013

The slaughter of the innocents was a dreadful historic moment but how did Herod see it?

According to Herod Lord, direct me in my speaking that those who hear may learn more of your love for us and your expectations of us. Amen. It’s not easy being a King; let me tell you! After more than 30 years of constant challenge to my authority as the King of the Jews, let alone what it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Miracles Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 23, 2012

Have we focused on the Christmas story so much that we have forgotten the Christmas Miracles?

Miracle on 34th Street The Miracles of Christmas If nothing else I am expanding my movie repertoire, I hadn’t seen any of these movies prior to starting this series. I had seen bits and pieces but never the entire movie. Miracle on 34th Street begins at the Macy Thanksgiving day parade ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why Were The Wisemen Wise?

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 15, 2008

Why were the wisemen wise? This sermon reveals three characteristics of their lives and exhorts us to apply them to our lives.

WHY WERE THE WISEMEN WISE? Matthew 2:1-12 1. THEY SOUGHT GOD FIRST Matthew 2:1-2 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2saying, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise Men

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Jan 11, 2007

This sermon takes a look at the Magi.

I read this humors account of the Wise Men (obviously written by a woman): If it had been ‘Wise Women’ instead of ‘Wise Men’, they would have asked directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought practical gifts from Baby’s-R-Us, including ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Unwrapping Your Spiritual Gift: "Survey Of The Spiritual Gifts”

Contributed by Nathan Parker on Mar 10, 2007

A survey of the Spiritual Gifts by Dr. Craig Price.

The Difference Between Talents & Spiritual Gifts Natural Talents Source: God through parents Possessed: From birth Process: Benefit mankind on natural level Function: To be dedicated by believers to God for His use and glory Spiritual Gifts Source: God through Holy Spirit independent of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Christmas Gifts That Won't Break: The Gift Of Hope"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 23, 2015

A sermon about putting your hope in Christ, despite the temptation to despair.

"The Gift of Hope" Matthew 1:18-21 As an adult, there are a lot of things I like about Christmas. I like the lights on the houses and trees. I like some of the Christmas music played on radio stations and in department stores--though, I must say I do get tired of it. What I like most about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: United Methodist

"Christmas Gifts That Won't Break: The Gift Of Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 3, 2015

A sermon about loving Christ through loving others.

"Christmas Gifts that Won't Break: The Gift of Love" Luke 2:15-20 On any given day in Chattanooga and surrounding areas such as East Ridge there are over 600 people living in tents in the woods or wherever they can set up camp. There are over 60 locations--called "tent cities" across our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Hashtag - "Some Gifts Are More Than Just A Gift” Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 24, 2018

A Christmas sermon based on the John Lewis Advert 2018 (where Elton John plays the piano and flashes back through his memories)

................ Hashtag - “Some gifts are more than just a gift” {play music snippet} “I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind that I put down in words” “In the beginning was the Word” {play music snippet} “I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind that I put down in words” “And the Word ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Three Kinds Of Worshippers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Three wise came from east and brought gifts according to their capacities. God blessed them all equally.

Three kinds people groups in the Society - Mt. 2:1-18 By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan 1. Wise men of the East (2:1-2,9-12) The first groups represent the people who are half-baked. They trust in God and trust in self-search. Basically self-satisfied, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Epiphany

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 8, 2013

God’s message of salvation was intended for all people.

Epiphany January 6, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God’s message of salvation was intended for all people. Focus Passage: Matthew 2:1-12 Supplemental Passage: He says, "It is too small a thing that You should be My Servant To raise up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist