Sermons on Holiday Season:

Horn Of Salvation

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 26, 2016

The Feast of Trumpets/Rosh Shoshana, was set in motion over 3,500 years, but was conceived in the heart of God in eternity.

Tashlich 2015 September 13, 2015 Chester Riverfront Service Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The Feast of Trumpets is the first Jewish Feast since Pentecost (June). 1 For the Jews, it has been three long, hot, dry months without a single feast. a The Feast of Pentecost had celebrated ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Joy--4th Christmas Gift Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 10, 2007

4th in Series about Advent/Christmas Series on Christmas gifts

What is the spiritual significance of Joseph and Mary traveling though "Galilee"? In Galilee stands the Sea of Galilee. Jesus crossed the Sea of Galilee six times during His walk as the Son of God. (Unger’s Bible Dictionary, map). In the same manner He turned the water of the six water pots of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Thanksgiving And Mission

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Jul 16, 2011

THANKSGIVING AND OUTREACH

THANKSGIVING AND MISSION Introduction This is a day of thanksgiving as we thank God for the birthday of the church. Birthdays are often times we spend to reflect- giving deep thoughts on the past; perhaps our achievements and challenges. It is also a time we may look at our future- the years ahead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Blessings In Disguise

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Nov 22, 2020

Sermon for the Sunday before Thanksgiving. This Thanksgiving, thank God for all the things that He has done for you and given you ... and for all the things that He hasn’t done or given you.

The holiday season has once again rolled around and people are wondering where did the year go. It seems like Thanksgiving is over in most people’s minds. The stores are already filled with Christmas decorations, children and grandchildren are already making their lists and wondering what’s ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Room For Jesus

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 12, 2002

Is there room for Jesus in our lives? There was no room for Him when He was born

INTRODUCTION  Have you ever looked for something to only find that what you were looking for was right under your nose? TALK ABOUT SCREWDRIVER IN HAND.  This was the situation before the birth of Jesus. The world that Jesus was born into was a very religious world. The Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Break The Mold? Break The Form?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 25, 2006

We may be facing many problems and disappointments, but this problem is but an opportunity to release faith and see God’s purpose grow before our hearts. Quit reacting and start acting by faith. Break the mold and try again!

Break the mold? Break the form? IT IS TOO BIG --- WE ARE TOO LITTLE NO WAY HOSEA, WE DON’T HAVE A CHANCE! YOU CAN IF YOU WANT TO --- DO YOU WANT TO? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Soldiers For Christ Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 29, 2014

The fourth in a series dealing with the parables found in Matthew. This sermon was preached on Memorial Day and so it somewhat ties in with that holiday.

Soldiers for Christ: (Parables of Matthew Part Four) Text: Matthew 13:18 – 23 Well it’s Memorial Day weekend; and as you all know, Memorial Day was a holiday created originally for the purpose of honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to this country. There’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Three Wise Men

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 12, 2001

What can we learn from the Three Wise Men and their devotion to finding the Christ Child

Read scripture: Whenever we have new challenges and opportunities arise we are faced with making choices. This story from Matthew tells of many decisions that these wise men were faced with making as they pursued their journey with finding the baby Jesus. We, too, are pursuing things here at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Satans Tricks Are No Treats

Contributed by Jason Murphy on Oct 30, 2002

Challenges Christians to take a biblical stand on Halloween.

Satan’s Tricks are no Treats Ph 4:8, 9 Jason Murphy 10/30/02 Last year, after a very difficult message, I had some people testify they learned some things about Halloween they didn’t know. I hope to provoke the same response this year. This is the season for death, fear, gore, murder, idolatry, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

The Night Before Christmas

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Jan 7, 2007

This is a pre-Christmas message.

The Night Before Christmas Text: Malachi 4:1-6 1 The LORD Almighty says, "The day of judgment is coming, burning like a furnace. The arrogant and the wicked will be burned up like straw on that day. They will be consumed like a tree – roots and all. 2 "But for you who fear my name, the Sun of ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did Jesus Die? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 30, 2004

Many people wonder why God would allow his own son to suffer in the way that he did. We will in this message examine why Jesus had to die.

Introduction: We are approaching the time of year in which Christians look and remember the death of our Lord Jesus. The movie “the Passion” has stirred a renewed interest in the death of Jesus. Many people after watching that movie and contemplating the life and death of Jesus ask the question, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Birth Of Hope Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

this Christmas may this message help us know that Jesus brought Hope into this sin filled world and encourage us to find Hope in Him.

CHRISTMAS FROM THE FOUR GOSPELS The Birth Of Hope Luke 2:1-18 INTRODUCTION: A. Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; That at that time ye were without Christ, being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Answer To Worry

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 28, 2013

The scripture says Do not worry... but that sounds easier said than done. The scripture also tells us how to avoid worry.

The Answer to Worry Philippians 4:4-7 As we approach Christmas, it occurs to me that a message on worry, stress and anxiety might be in order. People are more susceptible to stress during this season than any other. Primarily, this is because we become so much busier this time of year. We have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Grinch That Keeps Stealing Christmas

Contributed by James May on Dec 15, 2004

Lucifer is no fairy tale but he is like that old Grinch in Dr. Seuss’ book. He keeps stealing the meaning of Christmas from everyone he can.

The Grinch That Keeps Stealing Christmas by Pastor Jim May There has been somewhat of a ruckus among the rich residents of California’s Silicon Valley lately. Six years ago, Alan Aerts and his wife spent $150,000 to create an amazing display of Christmas lights at their mansion in the city of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rediscovering The Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 20, 2011

Decorations and symbols are everywhere this Christmas season. But reviewing what are the meaning behind them can make this season more memorable.

Christmas symbols and characters are attractive on everyone’s eyes. But unless we discover their meaning and understand the stories behind them, they will remain as mere decorations. Let us therefore reflect with four usual symbols and characters of Christmas and see if we can get valuable lessons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational