Sermons on Human Government:

The Messages Of The Angels

Contributed by John Gerald on Dec 7, 2004

One of the Christmas Messages - the part angels had in the events surrounding Jesus’ birth.

THE MESSAGES OF THE ANGELS I. THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO MARY Luke 1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,(The sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy) 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Born Of The Virgin Mary Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2004

This sermon looks at the Virgin Birth of Jesus by examining the biblical statements, our Confessional Statement, the attacks, and the importance of the Virgin Birth of Jesus.

Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This is the third in a series of Advent messages on “The Marvel of Christmas.” My sermon is titled “Born of the Virgin Mary.” Let us read Matthew 1:18-25: "18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Emmanuel: God With Us

Contributed by Sam Greene on Dec 9, 2004

This sermon explores the significance of Jesus’ title: Emmanuel.

What is so significant about Emmanuel: God With Us? •Notice the word ’with’ (Gr. prep. met-ah’)- a preposition properly denoting accompaniment; in the same way the instrmentalists accompany our singing. •Often used in composition, in substantially the same relations of participation or proximity, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

They Shall Call Him Emmanuel

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Dec 9, 2004

IN THIS SERMON WE SEE THE MIRACLE THAT THIS NAME IMPLIES, THE MYSTERY THAT THIS NAME IMPLIES, AND THE MEANING THAT THIS NAME IMPLIES.

THEY SHALL CALL HIM EMMANUEL Matthew 1:23 Before the advent of the Christmas carol, celebrations of Christmas had become so depraved and rowdy that the observance of the joyous season was once forbidden by the English Parliament. The meaning of Christmas had become lost in a maelstrom of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

Gabriel Announces Jesus' Birth

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 20, 2004

ADVENT 4(B) - The angel Gabriel announces Jesus’ birth: Jesus would be Mary’s Son and Jesus is still God’s true Son.

GABRIEL ANNOUNCES JESUS’ BIRTH (Outline) LUKE 1:26-38 - December 19, 2004 - Advent 4 INTRO: Today’s text presents some memorable verses that you may have already noticed. One reminds us the Lord is with you. What a mystery / miracle that GOD is with US! Another notable verse states: For ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

In Christ, True Life

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

Christianity is not about the rules, but about the one who rules us.

Title: In Christ True Life Text: Roman 7:14-25 Introduction: Describe mount Everest or something insurmountable to us. -- 29,035 (8850m) ‒ Does Christianity ever seem that way to you? To young people. ‒ So many rules. ‒ So many boundaries. ‒ So IMPOSSIBLE to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25, John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

That's Not A Knife

Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 17, 2003

Don’t let the stresses and worries of life get you down. Trust in the greater power.

That’s Not A Knife I remember in one of my college classes reading about an expert testimony concerning time management that was presented to a Senate sub-committee in 1960. These experts said that because of advances in technology, within twenty years or so, people would be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34, Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Me, Lord?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 4, 2005

A look at the trials in our lives, why we have them, how we should use them, and keeping a proper perspective as we go through them.

How many of us have found ourselves with burdens that affect our lives? In reality, we all have our hardships, don’t we? Have you ever wondered why God lets His children suffer such unpleasantries? Let me give you a little hint. It has to do with our huge egos that think we are the ones in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3

Denomination: *other

Jesus The Light Of The World

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Jesus came as a light to lighten the nations, he called people to be a church who would continue to share the good news with others, and his coming was accompanied by miraculous events that heralded the end to all suffering and the creation of a new heave

One of the things I hate is turning on the TV just after a movie or a weekly drama has started, so I’ve missed those opening few scenes where the story is set up, where perhaps the main characters are introduced; where the crime is committed or the tensions between characters is highlighted. If you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25

Denomination: Anglican

Who Is This Guy?

Contributed by David Asch on Mar 31, 2005

This message answers this question asked by the crowd on Palm Sunday: Who is this guy? We will see some important answers about who Jesus was, who he became, and who he is.

WHO IS THIS GUY? Philippians 2:5-11 INTRO: Today is Palm Sunday, named in honor of the day Jesus entered Jerusalem amidst a noisy crowd, hailing him with palm branches. It marks the beginning of the last week before his death. Let’s review the scene, as I read Matthew 21:1-11. Did you notice ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Loves To Work In Your World

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

Jesus is not ’out there’ but he’s right where you are, in your world.

Jesus Loves to Work in Your Life and World Cornwall September 18, 2005 Do you live expecting Jesus to work in your life and in the world in which you live? Or do you believe that Jesus has stopped that kind of work, and leaves things pretty much to you to figure out, with just a promise for future ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary Had A Little Lamb

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 4, 2005

The focus is on the Shepherds who first received the message of the Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. The lamb-keepers were the first to see the Lamb of God and experience His hope to the world.

Play video clip - Charlie Brown Christmas Scene 6 How fascinating – a cartoon classic in its simplicity brings us back to the basics. Just as, every Christmas, we intend with all our hearts to bring the message of Christ to our broader community, we often work as hard trying not to lose focus in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

He Will Be Great

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 7, 2005

Jesus is great because of Who He is, what He has done, and the Kingdom He rules.

"He Will Be Great" Luke 1:32 Scripture reading Luke 1:26-32 INTRO.: Tell story of annunciation to Mary. John 1 speaks of the preexistence of Christ and tells us He was with the Father in the beginning and that He was the Word by which the universe was created. We are told the Word became flesh and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Round Yon Virgin Mother And Child Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 11, 2005

Part 2 of 2 in series "Why a Virgin?" This involves theological and practical reasons why Jesus had to be born of a virgin.

Matthew 1:18-25 – Round Yon Virgin Mother and Child Pastor Ben Patterson tells the following story: My 5-year-old niece, Olivia, and her best friend, Claire, were participating in a nativity play at school. Claire was playing Mary, and Olivia was an angel. Before the show, a young boy was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Second Person Of The Trinity

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Dec 12, 2005

What does it mean to say that Jesus is the Second Person of the Trinity? What are some of the errors of understanding that have sometimes confused or deceived people?

In the midst of his earthly ministry, Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” Jesus then asked them, “What about you? Who do you say that I am?” The gospels ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed