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Mary – The Example Of A Godly Woman

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003

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Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a godly example throughout her life. Notice the characteristics of a true woman of God.

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? "My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour" (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY WOMAN 1. Mary was living a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of People God's Uses

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 20, 2003

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In this Christmas message we see that God uses ordinary people like you and me to accomplish His diving purpose.

THE KIND OF PEOPLE GOD USES Luke 1:26-38 INTRODUCTION: A. The Bible shows that God is looking for people to use 1. So, what kind of people does God use to build His Church„Ÿto build His Kingdom B. Well, we do know that God chose to use Mary for a very special purpose„Ÿto bring His Son into the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Difference Can A Baby Make?

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 20, 2003

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What difference can a baby make in your life? When that baby is Jesus, He can make an eternal difference if you will let Him.

WHAT DIFFERENCE A BABY CAN MAKE? Luke 2:8-16 INTRODUCTION: A. We are now heavy into the Christmas season 1. Many presents have been bought a. Others still need to be purchased b. Many families have already started having their Christmas celebrations 2. Through all the hustle and bustle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Raise A Godly Family

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 25, 2004

based on 11 ratings

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Gaining lessons from John the Baptist’s Parents

HOW TO HAVE A GODLY FAMILY! By Ivan G. Casteel Matthew 11:11; Luke 1:5-16 Mt 11:11 Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. (KJV) Lu 1:5 There was in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

Considerations Concerning The Christ Of Christmas

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 28, 2004

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Though there is nothing wrong with giving and celebration, we as Christians need to remember that Christmas is about Christ, and about why He came into the world.

CONSIDERATIONS CONCERNING THE CHRIST OF CHRISTMAS Text: Luke 2: 1-16 Intro: Christmas, though it has been much corrupted and commercialized over the years, is still a somewhat pleasant time out at the end of the year. It’s a time when, even if only out of dutiful habit, people seem to focus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of Mother God Chooses

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 6, 2004

based on 44 ratings

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A Mother’s Day message.

THE KIND OF MOTHER GOD CHOOSES Luke 1:26-38 INTRO: Today is the day in which we honor the Mothers of our church. A most interesting question is: “WHAT KIND OF MOTHER DOES GOD CHOOSE?” God did choose a mother once, and in Mary of Nazareth we can see what God expects of a mother. I. GOD ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Motherhood: What Really Matters

Contributed by Randy Rice on Jul 7, 2004

based on 46 ratings

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God’s plan for mothers and what it really takes for women to fulfill God’s high calling of motherhood.

“Motherhood: What Really Matters” *Luke 2:1-51 Introduction Statement: Motherhood, think about its blessing, joys, sorrows, challenges and triumphs. There’s no greater ecstasy than her holding her new born, and no greater ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Christmas Reality Check

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 15, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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Sometimes we romanticize Christmas and when we do we miss some of its most crucial messages. The real story of Christmas is about real life and real struggles and real truth.

A Christmas Reality Check Luke 2:1-7 The Christmas of today is very different than the first Christmas: Today: The manger scene usually includes angels hovering, shepherds watching, animals gazing, clean straw, a strong looking Joseph, a vulnerable yet invincible baby, a halo over Mary’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A "Mary" Christmas For All

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004

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The presence of God disrupts our plans and, like Mary, we must surrender our lives in order to fulfill His plan.

As I’ve expressed in past years…I love the Christmas season. More than at any other time, I find during this season,. I sense God’s presence in the world…and with it, the significance of my own presence. I’ve been reminded of the competing dynamics we all know so well. It’s caused me to look into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy To The World

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

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In the Christmas season we should take time to realize the fullness of why Christ came to earth.

This morning, before we finish our gathering together and head into this final week before Christmas, we will have an opportunity to declare in song that marvelous refrain…“Joy to the World, the Lord has come let earth receive her King.” For there is a joy, a deep, divine joy that beckons our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Silent Night, Holy Night

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

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A look at the holiness and simplicity of Christmas

…Thanks for those special songs. What a joy it is to gather on this Christmas Eve night. It’s a night in which I always find myself touched by songs like these and filled with the wonder of it all. One song that particularly struck me recently was “Silent Night, Holy Night.” THOSE VERY WORDS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Turns Your Life Upside Down

Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 12, 2004

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God turned Mary’s life upside down. Her response - the Magnificat - teaches us many lessons.

Luke 1:46-55 WHEN GOD TURNS YOUR LIFE UPSIDE DOWN The 2004 Olympics have just begun. Athletes from all over the world have been preparing for this moment. Imagine all the time and effort and sacrifice that must go into getting ready to compete in the Olympics! And you know why these athletes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Lutheran

A God Who Gives Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

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The Christmas narrative is in danger of being relegated to a sweet story that is just read once a year. Some of us have heard it so much that we’re no longer moved by the magnitude of the Majesty becoming a man. We must never forget that this is holy hi

A God Who Gives As we prepare for Christmas, sometimes I wonder if we have allowed the Savior to be stolen from our celebrations. We’ve sterilized the spiritual and been inoculated by the familiarity of the nativity. “Merry Christmas” has been replaced with “Happy Holidays.” Have you noticed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:26-38, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of A Willing Vessel

Contributed by Joyce Scott on Mar 22, 2003

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Mary’s blessing came as a result of her willingness to be used of God. I’m convinced that it is not our "fullness" that attracts God, but our "emptiness". If you are willing to be used of God, and learn to be emptied of "self", then God will use you to d

THE BLESSING OF BEING A WILLING VESSEL LUKE 1:28-30 WHEN GABRIEL, GOD’S ANGELIC MESSENGER APPEARED TO MARY WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT HER RESPONSE REVEALED HER KEEN WILLINGNESS TO OBEY GOD. WHAT GOD’S WORD PROPOSED TO HER WAS EXTRAORDINARY AND UNUSUAL BUT UNIQUELY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

"Open Your Hearts Door To God's Plan" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2003

based on 7 ratings

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We must open our heart to God’s plan.

liff & Saltillo UM Churches December 29, 2002 “Open Your Heart’s Door to God’s Plan” Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: “There came a time--at the best time, at the right time--when the mighty Son of God turned His back on all the beauty and happiness of His forever home. And somehow--no one knows just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

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