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The Joy Of God's Promises

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Dec 2, 2006

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JOY The happy state that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used in the Bible to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous words as joy, happiness, pl

The Joy of God’s Promises JOY The happy state that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used in the Bible to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous words as joy, happiness, pleasure, delight, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary, I Guess You Did Know Series

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Dec 4, 2006

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This sermon looks at the angel’s visit to Mary and lessons we can learn from Mary’s response.

AM sermon preached at Central Christian Church December 11, 2005 Touched By An Angel sermon series #1 “Mary, I Guess You Did Know…” Luke 1:26-48 What do you think of when you first hear the word angel? [ANGEL SLIDE 1] Do you think of a heavenly being with large feathery wings sitting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Person To Worship Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 5, 2006

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Before Jesus was born of a virgin, there was one who worshipped.

LUKE 1:29 45 THE FIRST PERSON TO WORSHIP JESUS “[Mary] was greatly troubled at the saying, and tried to discern what sort of greeting this might be. And the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favour with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:29-45

Denomination: Baptist

Surprising Words Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

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God’s power is at work whenever the gospel is preached. If he could do the things we read about here in Luke 2, there’s nothing he can’t achieve.

You may have heard this story before. A chauffeur had been driving a chemistry professor to dozens of speaking engagements. He’d heard the same speech time and time again. Finally he said to the professor as they were driving to the next engagement, "Professor, I reckon I could give your speech ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Anglican

Magnify The Lord

Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Dec 6, 2007

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Three qualities in Mary’s life that pleased God.

Magnify The Lord Luke 1:26-55 We are often Inspired and motivated by great people. But we value different kinds of greatness. • Talent (artistic, athletic, intellectual) • Achievement; success • Character • Courage • Faith It is my hope today that we will gain inspiration from the one of whom it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55

Denomination: Mennonite

The Little Things Are The Big Things In Life! Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 18, 2014

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Mary’s song re-orients our attention back to what is most important about Christmas. . The main thing is that the Lord God chose to do a wonderful thing by sending His Son. He is Mighty and Merciful, and we are so in need of His strength and mercy!

Why Christmas Is a Big Deal: The Little Things Are the Big Things in Life! Scripture Text: Luke 1.39-45 INTRODUCTION The whole atmosphere in sports-stadiums is something-to-behold! When my wife and I went to watch a professional football game, …people all-around-us were severely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Nazarene

Waiting For Superman

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 15, 2014

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The world is waiting for Superman – a hero to come and meet the deep needs of their hearts. Jesus is that ultimate superhero who came into the world 2,000 years ago.

WAITING FOR SUPERMAN: THE ARRIVAL OF JESUS INTRO TO TOPIC: I love Christmas, how about you? • Can you remember what the days were like counting down to Christmas as a kid? • The last few days before Christmas always seemed like the longest days. • The dynamic of waiting is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-79

Denomination: *other

The Gift, The Favor

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Dec 7, 2008

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God promises are kept, just like we are to him.

THE GIFT….THE FAVOR LUKE 1:26 - 45 …….WHAT DID GOD SAY HE WOULD DO? HE SAID THAT HE WOULD GIVE THE WORLD….YOU AND I….A SAVIOR. SOMEONE THAT WOULD BE A GIFT TO US…. THE GIFT OF SALVATION…TO BE SAVED FROM GOD WRATH. A GIFT CAN MEAN MANY THINGS…. THE PROBLEM IS….WHEN WE ARE FAVORED BY GOD….WE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary, Jesus First Disciple

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 8, 2008

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We often minimize the importance and impact of Mary, the mother of Jesus, because of fear that honoring and learning from her will lead to idolization, yet we can learn much from this pivotal Biblical figure.

Mary – Jesus’ First Disciple TCF Sermon December 7, 2008 Mark Lowry, the Christian singer and comedian who wrote the song we just heard, observed that the silence of Jesus’ mother Mary at the cross always amazed him. If he were being crucified in the middle of town, Lowry says, his mother would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have A Scandalous Christmas

Contributed by Joel Smith on Dec 11, 2008

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Mary was willing to be scandalized so that God would be glorified.

Isn’t it amazing how we have sanitized Christmas? Over the centuries we’ve cleaned up the story significantly. Christmas cards bear evidence of this. Most of them depict tinsel, holly, Christmas trees, bells, female angels, and Santa Claus. If they do get around to an image of the real ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing Christmas Greetings Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 12, 2008

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Vital ways God taught us to share Christmas greetings.

Ever wondered where the idea of Christmas greetings came from? Why do we greet others with “Merry Christmas” and send Christmas cards, letters and emails? The idea comes from God. God was the first Christmas greeter and He didn’t send a card or even an email to say, “Merry Christmas” to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

"Blessed And Highly Favored"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 14, 2008

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The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Mary magnified the Lord and her spirit rejoiced in God her Savior.

14 December 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel F.O.B. Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: Mary, under the influence of the Holy Spirit, Magnified the Lord, and her spirit rejoiced in God her Savior. REFERENCES: Third Sunday of Advent; (JAG) Joy, Admiration, and Gratitude; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:42-55

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas: Happy Are The Humble Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2008

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Christmas is about many things, but one strong virtue that Christmas brings to mind is humility.

Happy Are the Humble (Luke 1:39-56) 1. Sherlock Holmes is quoted as saying, "I am not among those who count humility among the virtues." 2. We tend to think of humility and not dwelling on oneself or comparing oneself to others. Wikipedia adds this insight: "Humility, or being humble, is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Amazing Christmas

Contributed by John Moyer on Dec 16, 2008

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we see God behind all these events of Christmas doing some incredible things in their lives as they face these real issues of life.God interrupted the ordinary. He sent His angel, Gabriel. And four amazing things happened to these ordinary people, to Mar

Title: An Amazing Christmas Introduction: When we think about Christmas there are a lot of things we can hardly believe, things we kind of place in fantasyland. We can understand why some have made up stories at Christmas, like flying reindeer, Santa Claus, and the tinsel and the Christmas trees. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus' Upside-Down Kingdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 12, 2013

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In the kingdom of God, the unlovely are loved and the untouchable are touched.

Jesus’ Upside Down Kingdom Mark 1:40-45 Rev. Brian Bill 4/14/13 [Note: Elements of this introduction come from a sermon called “From Leprosy to Life” by John Mayes]. He knew something was wrong...very wrong. But he hoped that if he waited long enough, it would just go away. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:40-45, Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

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