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Politically Correct Christians

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 22, 2007

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This message examines the issues around being politically correct when it comes to public display of Christianity.

Politically Correct Christians Scriptures: Matthew 5:14-16; 28:19-20 Introduction I was leaving a meeting recently and as I left I wished a fellow worker a very “Merry Christmas”. Immediately with the focus of being politically correct, I wondered if I may have offended him, especially if he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Christmases

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 23, 2013

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In this sermon, we examine the four ways people observe Christmas. The four ways are "Sparkle" Christmas, "Giving" Christmas, "Pageant" Christmas, and "Christ as Lord" Christmas.

Introduction: A. Christmas time in our day and age can be a very confusing time to children and adults alike. 1. As you can see the manger scene in this picture includes some characters that don’t belong. 2. You can see some kind of snow queen in the back. 3. There are Mickey and Mini Mouse ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Scrooges Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 3, 2012

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Not every Scrooge at Christmas is a classic Ebeneezer type Scrooge, this message looks at the different Scrooges who try to ruin Christmas

The Scrooges of Christmas Bah, Humbug, Scrooge is like Bond, everyone has a favorite. For some there is no Scrooge like Alistair Sim, he was the actor who portrayed Scrooge in the clip we just saw. He also reprised the role in an Oscar winning short film in 1970. Maybe it is Albert Finney in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Halloween's History And The Bible

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Oct 27, 2020

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What is the origin of Halloween? Is it ok to have festivals celebrating the harvest ? Are pumpkins okay? Can anything bad happen to us if we celebrate these things? What does the Bible say about Halloween?

What is the origin of Halloween? Is it ok to have festivals celebrating the harvest ? Are pumpkins okay? Can anything bad happen to us if we celebrate these things? What does the Bible say about Halloween? Let’s talk about that. A man was going to Halloween party one night dressed in a devil’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 5:11, Romans 12:2, James 4:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:22 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Clinging To Christmas

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Dec 28, 2001

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A New Year’s sermon encourageing people to cling to the new life that is our’s through a relationship with Christ.

Now that Christmas has passed us by, there are many people who are prepared to go back to the way that things were a few weeks ago before the Holiday season forced its way into our lives making our schedules very very hectic. But, the encouragement for us comes from scripture today to each of us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

What's Wrong With Halloween?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 14, 2007

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Christian view of Halloween ...

What’s wrong with Halloween? (Eph 5:11-17 & Deut 18:9-12) Introduction Right up front - this message comes from a friend of mine, Pastor Jimmy Dillon, and is used with his permission. I first heard this message about 7 years ago and really felt that it is important enough to share it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary - Woman Of Power

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

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Although Mary was considered to be just an average Jewish girl, the Holy Spirit had a “divine influence on her heart”.

Last week we began looking at the life of Mary, the earthly mother of Jesus Christ. Mary had an angelic visitation from the Archangel, Gabriel. Gabriel declared to Mary that she was a Woman of Grace and highly favored of the Lord. Although Mary was considered to be just an average Jewish girl, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How We Should Celebrate Christmas

Contributed by Melvin Myers on Dec 15, 2012

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This sermon tells how we should celebrate Christmas with some reasons why

How to Celebrate Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:120 Introduction: During this season of shopping and entertaining, let's remember why Christmas is celebrated in the first place. We decorate our homes, send out cards, visit friends, buy presents, and go caroling. There are a lot of stores that would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Who Stole Christmas

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 20, 2017

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If we are not careful, we will let distractions keep us from experiencing the real reason and person of Christmas.

WHO STOLE CHRISTMAS? LUKE 2: 25-38 Introduction- Merry Christmas everyone! Sermon title- Who stole Christmas Asking who stole Christmas may seem like an odd thing to say tonight, but many have lost Christmas. To many it is about presents, food, and drink. Parties, time off and having a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Nazarene

Do I Know It's Christmas Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 5, 2014

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Christmas, The Messiah, Understanding God's Plan

4 QUESTIONS FOR THE HOLIDAYS – Do I Know It’s Christmas? Matthew 1:18-25 (p. 675) December 7, 2014 Introduction: I’ve discovered something about myself, maybe about human nature in general. I can take things for granted that seem to occur often and at regular times. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas: Lord, Savior, Judge And Friend

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

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The real Jesus is the real reason for Christmas.

Lord, Savior, Judge and Friend The real Jesus is the real reason for Christmas. The pastor of a church in California put a sign in front of his church during the advent season that said, “Jesus is the reason for the season. Merry Christmas.” He received a complaint from a woman in the community ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

“giving Up On Perfect” Series

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Dec 18, 2013

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2nd sermon in series in which I challenge people to evaluate how they typically observe Christmas with the hope they will seek to make it more about Jesus and less about us. I draw some thoughts from Mike Slaughter's book "Christmas is not your birthday"

AM Sermon preached at Central Christian Church December 8, 2013 A Different Kind of Christmas sermon series Message 2 “Giving Up on Perfect” Christmas. For most of us the word, “Christmas,” overflows with meaning and memories. The thought, “Christmas is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Want Christmas To Be Over!

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Oct 28, 2005

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Christmas can be difficult and sometimes you just can’t wait until it is over. This sermon looks at the first Christmas through the eyes of Joseph and what it must have been like for him.

Maybe you can relate to this. I got this story from a friend of mine, and it tells the story of how the tradition of putting the angel of top of the tree began. When four of Santa’s elves got sick, and the trainee elves did not produce the toys as fast as the regular ones, Santa was beginning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Boy Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 4, 2005

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The mystery of the incarnation helps us to know: 1. God’s strength is in his apparent weakness. 2. Jesus understands the human condition. 3. God’s desire is to be with us.

A new trend is literally turning a longstanding Christmas tradition on its head. Hammacher Schlemmer, a retail company based in New York, is offering a unique yuletide decoration: the Upside-Down Christmas Tree. The tree is seven feet tall and pre-lit with over 800 commercial grade lights, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-52

Denomination: Methodist

No Christmas

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 2, 2006

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What if Satan had been successful at preventing Jesus’ birth?

No Christmas? Mt 2:1-15 INTRO: Last Year a small book by John Grishom called “Skipping Christmas” was a hit. About a couple Luther & Nora Krank tired of all the commercialism & stress of Christmas, decided to skip it, no lights, no gifts no celebrations. From that the book tells of all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

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