Sermons on Mary And Elizabeth:

Finding Joy: The Fiancée & The Son

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 9, 2018

Finding Joy - The Fiancée & The Son - Luke chapter 1 verse 26-38 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • Mary’s Surprise (vs 34) • Mary’s Miracle (vs 35-37) • Mary’s Submission (vs 38) SERMON BODY Ill: • One day around about the year 1694 a young man living in Southampton; • Complained to his father about the dull psalm singing, • That took place each Sunday at their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Brethren

Why The Phenomenal Advent!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Dec 20, 2017

In this Message, Yours truly aims to glean some lessons from the phenomenal advent of Christ. None before Him were born to a Virgin and none after Him. So why did Christ come into this World in such a miraculous way?

Why the Phenomenal Advent? Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.- Isaiah 7:14 (a prophecy roughly about 750 years before the birth of ...read more

Denomination: *other

Hope When I Feel Alone Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Dec 6, 2023

The birth announcement of Jesus was exciting and challenging all at the same time. Immediately she experienced "aloneness." Her fiancé wanted to put her away privately. Her future kids would not initially believe her story. What do we learn from Mary's "aloneness?"

This year is the 33rd anniversary of the “Home Alone” movie where a young boy named Kevin McAlister was accidently left behind and alone in his home during the holidays while his family causing young Kevin to have to set up bungling traps for “to be” burglars- “Harry and Marv.” The last 33 years ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

A Song Worth Singing Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 10, 2002

We rejoice in a God who surprises.

A SONG WORTH SINGING Luke 1:46-55 S: Prayer Th: We have reason to rejoice! Pr: WE REJOICE IN A GOD WHO SURPRISES. ?: What? What was she surprised by? KW: Decisions TS: We will find in Mary’s psalm (known as the Magnificat) three decisions by God that reflect an element of surprise. The ____ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle The Unexpected Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 18, 2018

Mary serves as an example of how to handle life when life doesn't go as expected--a great example. We all experience this sort of thing, and we find out--life doens't go as expected all the time. How would God have us respond?

The Divine Advent(ure) How to Handle the Unexpected Luke 1:26-56 Have you ever noticed how life never seems to going exactly, or sometimes, even close to your plans? One of my favorite quotes is this one, apparently from an unbeliever: “Life is what happens when you’re making other plans.” And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Bible Church

The Birth Of John The Baptist Is Announced At The Temple In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 5, 2017

This was a dark period for the nation of Israel. The people had not heard a prophetic word from God in over 400 years, not since Malachi had announced the coming of Elijah ([1]Mal. 4:5-6). The spiritual leaders were shackled by tradition, and in some....

-7 BC- Jerusalem (1) The Birth of John the Baptist is Announced at the Temple in Jerusalem Scriptures (Num. 6:3) Luke 1:5-25 Luke 1:5-25 (NKJV) 5 There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was of the daughters of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Purpose In Your Barrenness

Contributed by Margaret Minnicks on Jun 3, 2013

God had an ultimate purpose for the barrenness of biblical women such as Hannah in the Old Testament and Elizabeth in the New Testament.

Usually when we think about Hannah, no doubt we think about her prayer for a son. Today, let’s go deeper into the story and see that Hannah’s barrenness served a purpose. When we speak of women being barren in the Bible, it is usually in reference to a woman being childless. However, the word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

When You Feel Overwhelmed

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 7, 2022

Jesus' mom teaches us 3 things that we need to do when we are feeling overwhelmed.

When You Feel Overwhelmed Mother’s Day 2022 I want to start off today’s conversation, ‘When You Feel Overwhelmed,’ with some words to a song that David sang to the Lord after He had delivered David from all of his enemies including from the hand of Saul. We find it in 2 Samuel 22 (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Magnify The Lord

Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Dec 6, 2007

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

Mary Was Not Just Another Girl On The I.r.t.

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 5, 2011

If Mary had aborted Jesus,she would have cheated the world out of a chance for redemption.

I recently had the chance to view a movie entitled " Just Another Girl On The I.R.T." the movie tells the story of a young 17 year old African American teenager named Chantel Mitchell who is played by (Ariyan A. Johnson) Chantel who is a high school junior who lives in Brooklyn, New York is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Birth Of Jesus Foretold Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 29, 2012

An analysis of the account regarding the announcement of the birth of Jesus will show us how to respond to God's word.

Scripture Let us continue our study in the Gospel of Luke that I am calling, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” Today I would like to study the passage in which we see the birth of Jesus foretold. The announcement—or, annunciation—of the angel Gabriel to Mary that she will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Of Impossibilities - Luke 1:26-38 Series

Contributed by Maureen Hull on Nov 17, 2025

Title: God of Impossibilities - Luke 1:26-38 Speaker: Ralph Hull Series: Luke Date: November 16, 2025 Bible: Luke 1:26-38 An exposition of Luke 1:26-38

Luke is coming to his account number two, and we're so glad to have visitors today. We have been going through the gospel of Luke. The Lord is helping us as we traverse at a quite steady pace, taking large sections. I'm much more comfortable with a verse or half a verse, but I pray that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Jesus Is Still In The Life-Changing Business Series

Contributed by Arron Chambers on Dec 21, 2011

This sermon, used with Cardboard Testimonies, testifies that Jesus is still in the life-changing business.

It’s Your Move—Jesus Still Changes Lives (Used with Cardboard Testimonies) While even in the womb, Jesus started changing lives. He changed Mary and Elizabeth’s lives. Luke 1:39-42 He changed the Shepherds’ lives. Luke 2:15-20 Do you know that Jesus is still in the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Incarnation: Our Missionary God Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Dec 14, 2009

God calls us to be missionaries because he is the missionary God

Advent 3 2009: The Incarnation December 13, 2009 Our Missionary God John 3:16 Show Bono Divine Son clip The Missionary Call: Matthew 28:18-20 "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

The Power Of Divine Connections Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

Divine connections are God's instruments for fulfilling our destiny. Ruth's connection with Boaz changed her life forever. David needed Jonathan, Joseph needed the butler, and Paul needed Barnabas.

THE POWER OF DIVINE CONNECTIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ruth 2:8-10 "Then Boaz said to Ruth, ‘You will listen, my daughter, will you not? Do not go to glean in another field, nor go from here, but stay close by my young women. Let your eyes be on the field which they reap, and go ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God