Sermons on Holiday Blues:

A Life Of True Thanksgiving

Contributed by Randall Bates on Nov 26, 2006

A Thanksgiving message pertaining to God’s desire for us to worship in spirit and in truth. Easily adaptable to non-holiday Sundays.

Some information taken from The Gospel of John by Arthur Pink When we come into this season, we begin to think a bit more about giving thanks. The season sort of dictates it. It is a day when our ancestors gathered around & gave thanks to God for all the blessings & bounty they received during ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Give More Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 15, 2012

Turning the holiday into a Holy Day requires God’s people to have generous hearts that reflect the heart of God.

ADVENT CONSPIRACY: GIVE MORE MARK 12:38-44 Big Idea: Turning the holiday into a Holy Day requires God’s people to have generous hearts that reflect the heart of God. INTRO: Well we will be talking this week about “giving more.” Usually we think about giving gifts when I say ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Nazarene

Thanksgiving Is The Will Of God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 23, 2018

A short messing on Thanksgiving. Here are four things that I believe God wants us to keep at the forefront this holiday season:

Thanksgiving is the Will of God! Here are four things that I believe God wants us to keep at the forefront this holiday season: I. It is the will of God to give thanks. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV) “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” II. Thanks is an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19, 1 Peter 5:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

From Christmas To Christ-Must Series

Contributed by Ritchie Guerrero on Dec 11, 2020

Christmas – is a religious Holiday once a year, Dec 25, whereas ChristMust – is a daily surrendering of life to Jesus Christ.

From ChristMAS to ChristMUST Christmas – is a religious Holiday once a year, Dec 25, whereas ChristMust – is a daily surrendering of life to Jesus Christ. We Christian believers need to celebrate Christ, not the Holiday, not Dec 25, not the blessings, not even the family but our Lord Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11, Jeremiah 10:2-5, Acts 4:12, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Serving God Requires Our Loyalty

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 9, 2021

What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day.

We’ve been discussing for the past few weeks what it takes to really serve God. Courage, trust, our prayers and today we will see how it takes loyalty to serve God. What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day. I never served in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Turn To God When You Feel Alone Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 26, 2021

The holiday season is one that is filled with family, gatherings, food, and friends. It is also a time when loneliness is accentuated and often experienced.

Turn To God When You Feel Alone Jeremiah 29:4-14 Introduction The holiday season is one that is filled with family, gatherings, food, and friends. It is also a time when loneliness is accentuated and often experienced. It could be the loss of a loved one or just the struggles of life that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New Birth Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2009

A message that explores the meaning of the new birth in Christ

SERIES: “BE NEW” “THE NEW BIRTH” JOHN 3:1-21 Welcome. I haven’t seen a lot of you since last year. How are you doing? I pray that you prosper this year – physically, materially, and most of all, spiritually. Last year we had a theme – “Days of Discovery.” Most of our sermon series ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Its Not Just Another Charlie Brown Christmas (Message)

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 24, 2015

BIG IDEA: Charles Shultz shared the message of Christmas through Linus to Charlie Brown. The many Charlie Browns of the world need to hear from the Linuses of CHRIST. Linus as he carries that blue blanket, that 'COMFORTER'.CHRISTIANS must share Christ now

2015.12.24.CHRISTMAS EVE SERMON William Akehurst, HSWC Luke 2:8-14 MESSAGE: “It’s not just another Charlie Brown Christmas” Christmas TV shows. Miracle on ____ street. It’s a _____ Life. What do these have to do with Christ? How many have seen the Charlie Brown ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freedom & Forgiveness Are Never Free!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

"Freedom is never free." It sounds like a paradox when you say it, but it is true. "Freedom is never free." In the same way, forgiveness is never free.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Luke 7:36-50 As you know, Friday was Veteran's Day. Throughout this nation & around the world, wherever our nation's flag flies, some people, at least, paused to remember the price that has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving - I Owe It All To You

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 7, 2001

For Christians, Thanksgiving is a day to acknowledge that everything we have is a gift from God, & to lift our hearts in thanksgiving to Him. But we're not very good at saying "Thank you," are we? .

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2014) A. Many holidays have two different celebrations or connotations - one worldly, & the other, Christian. The world celebrates Easter with Easter bunnies & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-24, John 6:35-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving - Grateful To Whom, My Dear?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001

I encourage you to take two safeguards to protect your Thanksgiving - two things that you need to remember.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. By Presidential Proclamation, this Thursday is traditionally a day of national Thanksgiving. So I want to call your attention to two great thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving - Rejoicing With Those Who Rejoice

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 15, 2001

I’m convinced that one of the most difficult things that the Scripture asks us to do is found in Romans 12:15. That verse says, “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.”

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2014) ILL. It’s Thanksgiving Day & the aroma of roast turkey fills Charlie Brown’s house. Snoopy, outside, lying on top of his doghouse, smells that aroma, & he is thinking, “It’s Thanksgiving Day. Everybody eats turkey on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Labor Day - What Are You Worth To God?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 11, 2001

If God means what He says, & He is going to reward us according to our labor, then we ought to be asking ourselves, "What am I worth to God?" And I think the answer to that would depend upon our answer to 3 more questions:

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Tomorrow is Labor Day, & depending upon what radio station you listen to, you may have heard some reminders of that fact. That includes warnings that the Highway Patrol will be out in force, watching for speeders & ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:16, 1 Corinthians 3:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembering The Past For Freedom In The Future Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 29, 2011

Looks at the past and how it is important to remember God’s work and hand in the founding of America

Remembering the Past for Freedom in the Future Memorial Day 2011 Family Sunday Opening video – Memorial Day – Beamer Films Slide It is Memorial day weekend, a time when we remember those who have fought to protect our country. I would like to recognize those here who have served our country in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Above - Pt. 3 - Above Above Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 13, 2011

Catch your balance. Steady yourself. Above is supposed to describe us. Don’t look down . . . DON’T LIVE DOWN!

Above Pt. 3 – Above Above I. Introduction Above. When I say that word there are certain meanings that come to mind instantly. Above . . . perspective, looking down on, higher than. Above . . . prominence and higher in order. Above . . . distance. Above speaks to perspective and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal