Sermons on Joseph:

What Does Christmas Mean?

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

As a Christian I have four responses to Christmas.

What is Christmas? Mt. 1:18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. 19 Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Our Response To The Christ-Child Part 1 Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 6, 2012

When we talk to people about God, they respond in many different ways. This sermon series is a brief look into the Christmas story at how people responded to the birth of the Christ-Child.

Our Response to the Christ-Child Pt 1 Open Christmas dynamic- unusual Christmas tradition? Introduction When talk- people about God- get different responses. Lk 2.7 No room in the inn- prophetic picture of men’s hearts. For many today- there is no room in the inn for God. Turned away for ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Faithfulness To The Faithful

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 28, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you been faithful? How can you show yourself to be faithful? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that faithfulness has it's rewards IV. TEXT: 2 Samuel 22:26 (NLT) 26 “To the faithful you show

I. EXORDIUM: Have you been faithful? How can you show yourself to be faithful? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that faithfulness has it's rewards IV. TEXT: 2 Samuel 22:26 (NLT) 26 “To the faithful you show yourself faithful; to those with integrity you show ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 15, 2022

The name of Jesus demons flee, sick healed, salvation happens, and dead are raised.

Matthew 1:18-25 “The Name of Jesus” 1. Names of universities, NBA teams, baseball teams, and NFL teams etc…all associate or connect with their Cities or States New Orleans Jazz, Pittsburg Steelers make steel , New York Yankees WV Mountaineers(mountain momma) Florida State Seminoles Indians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

But God

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 17, 2012

There is a phrase in the Bible that transitions from any given situation to an act of God. It is inspiring to read as a Christian the phrase "But God". I share some that are meaningful to me.

But God Genesis 50:15-21 There are times in our lives when the intentions of some toward us are not good and there are others things concerning us we are so undeserving. There is a phrase that changes the dynamics of all these things that should mean so very much to each of us and that phrase is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Fitness 2: Overcoming Obstacles Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010

How faith helps us overcome the obstacles we face in life.

Faith Fitness: Overcoming Obstacles From the age of 5 Jerry was the victim of a series of strange and agonizing accidents. While holding an axe overhead it slipped and cut a cleft into his chin. While a sophomore in high school he backed into an electric lathe. When he was 17 he had an accident ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Refining Fire Of Testing And Trials Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

The Bible teaches us that trials and tribulations are an inevitable part of the Christian journey.

The Bible teaches us that trials and tribulations are an inevitable part of the Christian journey. It is through these challenges that our faith is tested, refined, and strengthened. As the Bible says, "God will test you with pain, with problems, with patience, struggles, hard days not when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, Daniel 6:1-28

Unshakeable Men (An Unshakeable Hope)

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Jun 21, 2022

We need men of principles, character, values and a good example for many. As we celebrate Father's Day 2022, let's look at the examples of 3 Bible characters and learn from their lives how can we be an Unshakeable Men.

Intro: Good morning and Happy Father’s Day. Every 3rd Sunday of June our world celebrates the manhood of every father in the world. We celebrate their genuine love, their sacrifice to establish their own family and the good examples that they showed that mold us into responsible adults. We have our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Promises Of Christmas

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Dec 5, 2003

A Sign, A Son, A Savior. A simple message for Christmas.

The Promises of Christmas Matthew 1:18-25 Intro. Joseph was concerned about his betrothed wife, now with child. In a dream an angel brought to him the promises of Christmas. 1. There would be a sign. Matt. 1:20c -“for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.” -The virgin birth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Freedom From Comparison Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 10, 2021

In this message we will discover how to find freedom from the deadly toxin of comparison.

Finding Freedom From COMPARISON It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. – Galatians 5:1 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, John 8:31-36, 2 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Miracle At Christmas

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 23, 2001

What is it that causes some people to gain and some people to lose their hope for a miracle?

Christmas means different things to different people. For some its shopping, parties, celebrations, gifts wrapped under the tree. To others its Santa and his elf’s, stockings hung by the fireplace and the hope of snow. There are those who know and observe the reason for the season, Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11-45, Luke 2:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Best Gifts Come In Small Packages

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 5, 2002

We need the joyful reminder that God is present with us not only in life’s most difficult moments but especially in the midst of life’s tragedies.

The Best Gifts Come in Small Packages / Matthew 1:18-25 Advent 4, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 23 Dec. 2001 A little boy and girl were singing their favorite Christmas carol in church the Sunday before Christmas. The boy concluded "Silent Night" with the words, "Sleep in heavenly beans." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of A Pregnant Teenager

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 12, 2002

Often times we find it difficult to submit to God’s will, but Mary serves as an inspiring example of how we can submit to God even when God’s plan is an utter mystery to us.

The Song of a Pregnant Teenager / Luke 1:47-55 Third Sunday of Advent, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 16 Dec. 2001 She was the last girl anybody expected to fall under this kind of disgrace. Fourteen years old, a freshman at Jerusalem High School with a straight A average, Mary always ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:47-55

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is God When Trouble Strikes?

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Oct 20, 2005

Trouble strikes us all at times, and often out of the blue. Do we press the panic button, ot trust that God is with us in the storm?

A tale of two acorns: Two acorns fell on the earth. One was in open ground; the other in the middle of a dense forest. The acorn in the open ground produced a sapling as its roots began to grow. For a while the growth was held back as the root system developed going deep into the soil and round ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Advent 2: Preparation Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 8, 2004

2nd in series on Advent Wreath - Sermon focuses on ’preperation’. Prophecy of OT fulfilled in Jesus.

Advent 2: Preparation Luke 1:26-38 Today, we celebrate the 2nd week in the Advent season. We continue with our sermon series on the Advent wreath. Last week, we talked about the first candle and its’ representation of Hope. This week, we will look at the 2nd candle which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran