Sermons on Magi From The East:

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 8 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Apr 7, 2018

Part 8, the final part of this series, explores Christian worship as it existed in the first century and what it portended for Christians in later generations.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20, Acts 21:19-20, Deuteronomy 12:11, John 4:3-26, Revelation 1:10, 1 Corinthians 16:2, Acts 2:46, Matthew 14:19, Acts 20:7, John 4:23, Exodus 20:3, Romans 12:1-2, Revelation 22:8-9, Colossians 2:18, Acts 10:25-26, Philippians 3:3, Deuteronomy 6:13, Matthew 4:10, Hebrews 10:24-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ezekiel 3

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015

As we read the headlines in the newspapers of today, and witness the conflict in the Middle East, it's not hard to imagine that this invasion prophesied over 2600 years ago, could be fulfilled in our lifetime..

Gog-Magog Ezekiel 38 - 39 tells of an invasion of Israel by a coalition of nations that surround it. As we read the headlines in the newspapers of today, and witness the conflict in the Middle East, it's not hard to imagine that this invasion prophesied over 2600 years ago, could be fulfilled in ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:8

Denomination: Foursquare

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 36 – Hopeless People In A Desperate Situation. Great Sadness In The World - Chapter 4:17-19 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 22, 2025

It is sad when people lose hope and just wait for their end. We look at the great sadness of the survivors in Judah after the Babylonian destruction. We examine repentance, and the seriousness of sin. What can we do for despairing people? Let us not turn away from honesty in this.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 36 – HOPELESS PEOPLE IN A DESPERATE SITUATION. GREAT SADNESS IN THE WORLD - CHAPTER 4:17-19 The next 4 verses move back to the details of the suffering of the survivors and we take this verse by verse - PART [17]. A HOPELESS SITUATION – DESTITUTE AND ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 4:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:2-4, Jeremiah 37:5-9, Lamentations 4:18, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Revelation 6:3-8, Revelation 6:12-17, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, Lamentations 4:19, 2 Timothy 3:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

10 Things God Does With Your Sins

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 18, 2019

God laid our sins on Christ, hurled them into the sea, stomped them under His feet, threw them behind His back, blotted them out, refuses to remember them, takes them away as far as East from West, cleanses them, and nails them to the Cross.

10 THINGS GOD DOES WITH YOUR SINS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Why the Preacher got Arrested 1. A man lost two buttons from his shirt and put them in his pants pocket. But the pocket had a hole, so the buttons fell into his shoe. Unfortunately, the shoe sole also had a hole, so he lost the buttons. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What About Joseph?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 26, 2014

When we talk about the Christmas story we typically focus on Jesus, Mary, the Magi or the shepherds, but what about Joseph? His words may not be in the bible but his deeds are; and they speak volumes. What can we learn from the man who raised Jesus?

WHAT ABOUT JOSEPH? INTRODUCTION: When we talk about the Christmas story we typically focus on Jesus, Mary, the Magi or the shepherds, but what about Joseph? It’s like he’s just part of the supporting cast; one of the lesser roles in the events of Christ’s birth. In fact, there is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

After Christmas

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Dec 25, 2021

What do we do after Christmas? The magi and shepherds illustrate some things God wants us to do after encountering the glory of the truth of the Incarnation.

After Christmas Introduction Today is the day after Christmas. Many of us are tired. It has been a long week of celebration, food, fun, family, and gift exchanges. We have watched our favorite Christmas movies, attended worship services focused on Christmas, been to plays and concerts, and... ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Defeat Depression From A Bibical Perspective Series

Contributed by Ben Sonnier on Dec 28, 2010

This is an illistration I've done on how to defeat depression

Are you feeling that life isn't worth living anymore? Do your problems seem too big to handle? Does it seem that no one cares? Sometimes these feelings of despair or apathy cause people to think about suicide. What does the Bible say? Suicide is not a new idea. The Bible records seven suicides. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Do We Go From Here?

Contributed by Steven Dow on Sep 20, 2002

This sermon addressed the state of the church by asking and answering the question: Where do we go from here?

WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? Philippians 3:1-14 September 22, 2002 INTRODUCTION: The United Nations complex sits on sixteen acres of New York City’s choicest real estate, bordering the East River and Manhattan. The lean immense Secretariat building rises into the sky, the sun reflecting off its ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14, 2 Chronicles 20:1-25

From Brokenness To Blessed Assurance : Walking From The Valley Of Despair Into The Assurance Of God’s Love

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 15, 2025

The advent season reminds us “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:5). One of the best ways to understand this promise is to study the contrast between Psalm 22 and Psalm 23. Join Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD in exploring this topic

For a video version of this sermon please visit https://youtu.be/_Kcb9O602Zg?si=dWrpr3vPUPDSMlns From Brokenness to Blessed Assurance: Walking from the Valley of Despair into the Assurance of God’s Love I once read of a traveler who lost his way while crossing a desert. As the sun went down, the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Psalm 22:1-31, Psalm 23:1-6, 1 Peter 4:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Out Of This World

Contributed by David Roth on Sep 19, 2015

Easter 7 (b) Christ has brought us out of the way of the world and into His kingdom. We are reassured that the Lord is protecting us from every evil, even though it rages around us, and even comes against us.

John 17:11-19 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Out of this world” It seemed like any other night. They were settled into their seats, and on their way. One was the dean of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19, Psalm 91:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Can You Hear Me Now? Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 17, 2014

How God reached out to mankind through his Son Jesus.

Can You Hear Me Now? Years ago, there was a very wealthy man who, with his devoted young son, shared a passion for collecting art. Together they traveled around the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. Priceless works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet and many others adorned ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Marriage From H E Double L Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 16, 2015

A study of the book of Revelation chapter 17 verses 1 through 18

Revelation 17: 1 – 18 The Marriage From H E Double L 1 Then one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls came and talked with me, saying to me, “Come, I will show you the judgment of the great harlot who sits on many waters, 2 with whom the kings of the earth committed fornication, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Learn About Faith's Facets From The Father Of The Faithful

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 17, 2008

We learn from Abraham about the gift of faith.

What’s the most precious thing you have? Your CD-player? Wedding ring? House? While those things may seem quite valuable to us now they won’t last forever. Therefore the most precious thing we have is our faith, for even if we should loose everything else but still have faith, we’re guaranteed to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Parable Of The Faithful Servant: Watchfulness In A Time Of Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 5, 2022

"In an article from The New Yorker, Captain Donna Kohout, thirty-two, Dillon, Colorado. Letter to members of the Dillon Community Church. April, 2003. “I’m still praising God for the opportunity to spend five months in the Middle East both to serve in the largest conflict of our day..

"In an article from The New Yorker, Captain Donna Kohout, thirty-two, Dillon, Colorado. Letter to members of the Dillon Community Church. April, 2003. “I’m still praising God for the opportunity to spend five months in the Middle East both to serve in the largest conflict of our day and to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44, Luke 12:41-48

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Backsliding Believer

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 24, 2014

A sermon that details the drift that many experience at times in their Christmas experience.

"THE BACKSLIDING BELIEVER" Zechariah 3:1-10 Zec 3:1 And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him. 2 And the LORD said unto Satan, The LORD rebuke thee, O Satan; even the LORD that hath chosen Jerusalem rebuke ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist