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  • Ron MacArthur avatar

    Birth Of Christ Part 1

    Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Feb 11, 2004
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    A look at where we get the "Christmas Story," giving specific Bible references.

    If a non-Christian were to approach you and say, “Which gospel contains the entire Christmas Story?” Would you be able to tell them? We get most of our information about the birth of Jesus from two gospels, Matthew and Luke. And neither gives us all the details of the familiar birth of Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Birth Of Christ Part 2

    Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Feb 11, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,286 views

    A more detailed look at the dedication of Christ at the temple.

    Luke Chapter 2 The Birth of Christ (con’t) As we said last week the two gospels from which we compile the story of the birth of Christ are Matthew and Luke. Matthew is especially careful to point out when a prophecy is fulfilled. Note as you read his gospel how often he tells us that “this was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Shepherd's Example

    Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
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    The shepherds in the field set an example to all who would seek after the Messiah. It is an important lesson to follow.

    12-13-03 The Shepherd’s Example Text: Luke 2: 15-20 This passage of scripture follows the announcement of the angels. The announcing of the Savior’s birth, to the shepherds in the field. (vv 8-14) Jesus had been born and the first ones God tells is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Working At The Father's Business

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 21, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
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    The Father’s business was important to Jesus and should be important to the church also. We need to be faithful and diligent at this work.

    TEXT: LUKE 2:41-49 (Don’t read yet) TITLE: “WORKING AT THE FATHER’S BUSINESS” (This message is adapted from George Barna’s book, Marketing The Church, pp. 39-54) INTRODUCTION: A. The president of a business called one of his employees into the office. He said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Mind Your Own Business"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Mar 1, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 30,370 views

    Just as Jesus said that He must be about His Father’s business, so we also have a "business" given to us by our Heavenly Father to carry out.

    “Mind Your Own Business” INTRODUCTION: Read Luke 2:41-49 Jesus is 12 years old, and ALREADY, He is focused on doing God’s “business”. The people just didn’t understand – 2:50. This morning, I want us to explore what it means to be about the Father’s “business”. Has anybody ever told you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    Make Room For Him Series

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,680 views

    This is a Christmas sermon.

    Thousands of sermons on this most familiar passage have been preached. We know it well. Linus quotes it in Charlie Brown’s Christmas special. Read Luke 2:1-20. Jesus entered life in the shadow of a “No Vacancy” sign and not much has changed in our world. We often deride the unnamed innkeeper. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    God Encounters: Simeon And Anna Series

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jul 31, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
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    This is about Simeon’s and Anna’s encounter with Jesus in the Temple.

    We’ve been looking at God encounters: Abe, Jacob, Moses, Gideon, Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel. They pointed to the Messiah (Christ). We turn now to encounters in the NT; encounters with Christ. Outside of the shepherds, this is the first one. Read Luke 2:21-38. Verse 21 was eight days after ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Joy To The World

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004
    based on 194 ratings
     | 20,135 views

    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Do You See In Christmas?

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004
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    Contemplating the timeless truths of Christmas

    Most likely every one of us who have come together on this special morning have, in the past several days caught at least a glimpse of a familiar scene… that is, THE NATIVITY SCENE… some form of representing the birth of Jesus, God the Son… the savior of all creation. - Perhaps in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Silent Night, Holy Night

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
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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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stories Of Christmas: Lesson 2

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 746 views

    Stories of Christmas

    A. WHERE ELSE WOULD A KING BE BORN? LUKE 2:1-7 1. Why did Mary and Joseph go to Bethlehem? - Commanded by Caesar. “A decree went out from Caesar Augustus . . . so all went . . . everyone to his own city” (2:1, 3). - Predicted. “But you Bethlehem . . . out of you will come . . . the One to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus - The Consolation Of Israel

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,116 views

    In this morning’s text we find Joseph and Mary enjoying the new addition to their family.

    In this morning’s text we find Joseph and Mary enjoying the new addition to their family. They have been blessed with the Holy Child, Jesus. And there is no one else in the entire world that knew Jesus like Joseph and Mary knew Jesus. As is the case of any new parents with their first child, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Joy In The Shadowlands

    Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,771 views

    The premise of this sermon is that even in the midst of life’s sorrow, there is a depth of joy that abides within us.

    Advent III – Joy Luke 2:26-55 In the wonderfully reflective book entitled, The Prophet, one can contemplate these words: The woman questioned the one she called Prophet of God, saying: “Speak to us now of Joy and Sorrow”. And he answered: The same well from which you laughter rises was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speak To Us Of Love

    Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,047 views

    This sermon speaks of the love that came to us through Christ’s birth.

    Advent IV – Love Luke 2: 25-38 “Hush-a-bye, lullaby. Hush your weeping, little baby,” the mother sang. And in her tear-filled eyes one would see the love Mary felt for her baby son, this Child of Love. Through this Holy Child, God transcended all time and space, planned a way to come and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wall, Jr. avatar

    How To Celebrate Christmas - Advent Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Oct 29, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,751 views

    Today I would like to wrap this study up on Advent by asking the question - how can we respond to these truths we have studied together? And in trying to think of what would be an appropriate response I have gone not to the Bible but instead to a hymn, a

    We have been taking the diff. Sundays in December to reflect on Advent - the coming, the arrival of Jesus Christ into this world. And we have much to be thankful for concerning Advent for as we have seen we had a great, great need, a desperate need for Advent. And Advent was something that every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance