Sermons on Luke 2:7-8:

A Humble Beginning

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

In this passage, we see God’s providence working in at least 3 ways… 1. The TIMING of His birth 2. The PLACE of His birth and 3. The NATURE of His birth…

A Humble Beginning Series: Beginnings of a Legacy December 20, 2009 As I was re-reading the story of Jesus’ birth, (for the billionth time)… I was amazed at how no matter how many times I read it, God always has something new to show me, that I’ve never seen before! This time as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Wild Story Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

What was it about the shepherds that inspired God to reveal the wondrous birth of His Son to them over all the others? As I looked into this question, I discovered what I believe is the 5-fold Process that God uses to reveal Christ to us… if we’re open t

A Wild Story Series: Beginnings of a Legacy December 27, 2009 I want to start out this morning by having you watch this video clip, and then I want you to tell me what you see… Show video clip of violin player… Ok… tell me what you saw… (response from congregation) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Hope Of Christmas

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus is the reason for the season...and the reason He came was to give us eternal life.

THE HOPE OF CHRISTMAS LUKE 2:7; 21:27 Danish Philosopher Soren Kierkegaard tells the following story: Once there was a king who was very rich. His power was known throughout the world. But he was not happy because he wanted a wife. Without a queen, his vast palace was empty. One day, while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Can There Be Peace On Earth?

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

Some have broken relationships...there may be unforgiveness or resentment... you may be harboring hurts or disappointments. It's time to let the peace of God take away those chains and set you free

CAN THERE BE PEACE ON EARTH? LUKE 2:8 14; JOHN 14:27 Many of you have already made preparations for Christmas...decorating, shopping, plans for visiting, etc. I would like to look to God's Word in an attempt to prepare us spiritually for this holiday season. I want to begin today by looking first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Why Announce Christ’s Birth To Nobodies? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 3, 2011

We would announce the birth of the Christ to the rich and famous. But God chose to announce His birth to people working in the most humble occupation imaginable. Why?

“In the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Advent Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 6, 2011

The Advent wreath teaches us to bring the two advents (the one that has already happened 2,000 years ago) to the one that is coming quickly, Jesus’ second advent. This part is about Bethlehem; it's history, and how it plays an important role in Advent.

Advent 2011 1 of 5 November 27, 2011 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A The advent wreath is a teaching tool that has been traditionally apart of Catholic as well as Christian tradition for hundreds of years. 1 Advent means “coming or arriving or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: Good News For Underdogs, Outcasts And Lonely Series

Contributed by N A on Dec 7, 2011

God has good news for the underdogs, the outcasts and the lonely. The good news is that we can experience the joy, peace and hope that Christmas is all about.

GOOD NEWS FOR UNDERDOGS, OUTCASTS AND LONELY OPENING THOUGHT: Christmas… is it really the most wonderful time of the year? • Many people find this season stressful and depressing. Remembering the loss of a loved one, or the pressure to have the ‘perfect’ Christmas can overwhelm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: *other

Missing The Celebration

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2011

Some have said that one man missed the celebration. The Inn Keeper missed the coming of the Messiah. In reality there was an Inn filled with people and a town who missed the celebration.

“Missing the Celebration” Luke 2: 4-7 Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the only Son of God. There were a number of people surrounding the birth that Christmas, like Mary, Joseph and the shepherds. Some have said that with one simple statement, Luke tells us of one man who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: My Eyes Have Seen Your Salvation Series

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 8, 2011

There is no possible means anywhere on the earth to save ourselves. Since God loves us He has provided a salvation for us that is not of this world. Simeon spoke of this when he praised God saying "My eyes have seen YOUR salvation.

MY EYES HAVE SEEN YOUR SALVATION Pastor Dan Little adfontes.djl@gmailcom The Landmark Church 12-11-12 SCRIPTURE READING Luke 2:1-38 I. GOD’S SALVATION Frist look at verse 11 where the angel says to the shepherds, 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-38

Denomination: *other

"The Knock"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 8, 2011

The sermon portrays Joseph knocking on the door and the Inn Keeper said, "there is no room." Also let us consider our response as Jesus is knocking on our hearts door and who will get the door.

“The Knock” Luke 2: 1-7 Dr. Bill Wilson was preaching a sermon explaining how the inn keeper just simply had no room for Jesus in the inn; as a result the Savior had to be born in meager circumstances in a manger for cattle. Explaining how God is calmly knocking on our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Coffin And The Christmas Tree

Contributed by David N. Clay on Dec 9, 2011

A Christmas sermon describing how Christ can be born into the most difficult of circumstances.

The Coffin and the Christmas Tree Four years ago my Father-in-Law, Dr. W. C. Dobbs, pastor and professor, passed away. Because his death happened right before Christmas it was the first time that I had ever missed any events of my church’s Christmas season. I missed the Children’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Joy - Advent 3, 2011 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 11, 2011

Nobody sets out with the goal of becoming jaded and bitter. There is no child thinking, “I hope I live long enough to be a really cranky nasty old man.”

Dakota Community Church December 11, 2011 Joy Well the third candle the “joy” candle is lit reminding us of the joy that Christ’s coming brought to the world. From one end to the other the season rings with joy but as you fight your way through the parking lot at St. Vital mall searching in vain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-10

Denomination: Mennonite

We Need The Heart Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 11, 2011

Part 3 in the series deals with what was in the heart of the shepherds, and why did God choose these shepherds to announce the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ?

What Does it Take to See Jesus? Christmas Series 2011 Part 3 – We Need the Heart of the Shepherds By Pastor James May We have seen from the Christmas Story that not everyone who lived in the land of Israel had the profound opportunity of seeing Jesus when he came into this world. Though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shepherds - Rejected By Men, Honored By God

Contributed by Dwight Plett on Dec 12, 2011

God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.

Shepherds – rejected by men, honored by God Last Sunday we talked about Mary. I tried to remove some of the mystique that surrounds her. She was a woman, albeit a special woman chosen for a special purpose, but still just a woman who yielded herself to the will of God. She experienced the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Mennonite

The Nativity Set:: The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Dec 13, 2011

The story of the Shepherds reminds us that to find the heart of Christmas we must look beneath the wrapping paper.

The last few embers of the fire are dying out. The air hangs heavy with a silence broken only by the occasional bleat of a lamb. Huddled together for warmth, the shepherds are alone with their thoughts. Each one scanning the horizon. Looking. Perhaps casting a longing eye to the distant lights of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed