Sermons on Luke 1:1-2:14:

No Room At The Inn

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The inn was to full for Christ to come in. Throughout Scripture we see that there is no room for God. Is there room in your home, your life and your heart for Him?

Introductory Considerations 1. It is a scene that is unmistakable. This scene is so identified with the birth of our Lord, that is has been banned from display in public places because it might offend those who do not believe it ever happened. 2. Scene is in a stable. Mary and Joseph and a wooden ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You In The Inn Or The Stable

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Joni Earickson shares some interesting thoughts about the night when Christ was born.

1. Joni Earickson shares some interesting thoughts about the night when Christ was born. Read "The Stable" - from "A Christmas Longing" 2. I enjoy parties - birthday, anniversaries. I would have enjoyed being with the people in the inn. 3. But one thing I don’t like about parties. So many people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy - For A Season, For A Lifetime

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Tonight we have joy in this place.

1. Tonight we have joy in this place. The joy of music bringing forth the joy of Christnas. Christmas is a season of joy. The story of the birth of Christ is a story of joy. 2. This is what the angel told Zechariah when he told him that s on would be born to him - a son who would make ready a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Fear To Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

In this Christmas Day message, we see how the angels appeared to the shepherds, who were afraid when they saw them and teh glory of God. The angels tell them to not be afraid but to joyful.

Introductory Considerations 1. "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord." 2. It is with these words that the first newscast was made to the world about the greatest event ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Tell The Shepherds?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. The greatest event that has ever happened.

1. The greatest event that has ever happened. The biggest breaking news story. An announcement sent directly from God Himself. 2. This is what the shepherds heard that night so many years ago. They were the first people to whom God announced the birth of His Son. 3. What is a matter of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Christmas Message - Remembering Jesus Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We often hear wise men say, "Those who are not able to remember the lessons of history are bound to repeat the mistakes of the past.

We often hear wise men say, "Those who are not able to remember the lessons of history are bound to repeat the mistakes of the past." Yet, few seem to mine the rich reservoir of riches found in Christ during Christmas. The following are several guidelines in helping us remember all that we are, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Manger

Contributed by V. David Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000

We find Christ was born in a manger what a lowly place for such a high visitor.

We find Christ was born in a manger what a lowly place for such a high visitor. We find Jesus the king of the Jews, Lord of Lords born in manger. As we think of the manger remember He's not in the cradle or on the cross, but is in Heaven set down at the right hand of God almighty. 1. Mediator ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

Swaddling Clothes

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Is the gift with the best wrapper, the best gift? Or, is it the gift which carries the most love which is the best gift?

SWADDLING CLOTHES TEXT: Luke 2:7 INTRODUCTION: A. HOW DO YOU EXPECT YOUR GIFTS TO BE WRAPPED? 1. Do you expect them to be wrapped in shiny paper and ribbons? 2. What if you got one wrapped in newspapers? 3. What if you got one wrapped in old rags? B. WHICH IS THE BEST ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

The Way In The Manager

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

He WAS away in a manger 2000 years ago. But He was also, "THE WAY" (John 14:6) in the manger!

-THE WAY- In A Manger TEXT: Luke 2:11 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. John 14:6 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father but by me. INTRODUCTION: A. GOD’S PURPOSE FOR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11

He Enables Us Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jun 9, 2001

Whatever situation God brings us into, He is more than able to enable us to succeed!

He Enables Us June 9, 2001 When the angel, Gabriel, informed Mary that she was to become the mother of God’s special child, she asked a most logical question. “How can this be?” What the angel had told her, besides being startling, was physically impossible. Mary knew a virgin couldn’t possibly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-9, Luke 1:34-55

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mantel Of Elijah

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Jun 11, 2001

The mantel of Elijah.

The Mantel Of Elijah Malachi 4:5-6? Luke 1:17 Malachi 4:5-6 5 Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD. 6 And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, lest I come and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:5-6, Luke 1:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Names A Person

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 16, 2001

Year C. The Nativity of St. John The Baptist Luke 1: 57-66, 80 June 24th, 2001 Title: “When God names a person”

Year C. The Nativity of St. John The Baptist Luke 1: 57-66, 80 June 24th, 2001 Title: “When God names a person” This is story of the birth of John, his circumcision, naming, and manifestation to relatives and neighbors along with a notice of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Plan For Fathers

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 17, 2001

Fathers need to take leadership seriously and engage the family by exercising sacrificial leadership.

A prestigious private school on Manhattan’s Upper West Side has recently outlawed the celebration of family holidays. In a letter to parents, they said, “after much thought and discussion, [we] will not be celebrating Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.” One of the school’s directors explained that, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-17

Denomination: Methodist

Peace On Earth, Good Will Towards Men

Contributed by Charles Trout on Jun 20, 2001

CHRISTMAS IN JULY!!!! To our shame we often limit Luke chapter 2 to the Christmas season when in fact verse 14 gives us daily and eternal peace!

Luke 2:13-14 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. If it is possible for the retail stores, and secular radio stations to have a “Christmas In July” certainly it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Obligations

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jun 23, 2001

What Obligations do you and I have concerning: Christmas, God, The Church?

Christmas: The Word for the day is, …OBLIGATION Can anyone tell me the definition of Obligation? 1. A moral or legal duty. 2. A binding promise. 3. A debt of gratitude We are all familiar with the Christmas story. Lets read the scripture in today’s lesson and study this word, …Obligation. LUKE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-20

Denomination: Baptist