Sermons on mary ann bird: showing 556-570 of 36,567

"saying 'yes' To God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 20, 2022

A sermon for Christmas Day.

“Saying ‘Yes’ to God” Luke 1:26-38 I am indebted to Mike Slaughter's Book: "Down to Earth" for directing me through this sermon. Mary was a teenager when the angel Gabriel visited her, and more than likely, she was doing what most teenage girls in the first century would have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Blessed Is She Who Believed Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jul 17, 2021

This text reveals a promise that God would provide Mary with a very special gift within her womb, the gift of a son; but she would not be able to "unwrap" this gift until she submitted and believed the Lord’s promise to give it to her.

Christmas time is upon us. When asked to name something about Christmas many people will mention gifts or presents. It’s always exiting to receive a gift! Amen? This morning we are going to see how the Lord would provide Mary with a very special gift within her womb, the gift of a son. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: Baptist

A Song Of Hope Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jul 17, 2021

Mary and all Israel hoped in a Savior who would provide His people with salvation from sin and redemption unto God. In this passage, Mary was finally able to confidently declare her hope aloud through song and call Him “God my Savior.”

I’ve entitled our message for this morning “A Song of Hope.” The passage we’re going to see is often called the “Song of Mary.” In Mary’s words, we hear an expression of anticipation and joy in the coming fulfillment of her hope. So, what was Mary’s hope? Mary had the same hope as all the nation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: A Great Man Who Never Spoke

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

First-person narrative of Joseph

Background to passage: And she sleeps…exhausted And I think…it’s so surreal…emotions As I look at this baby, the weight of responsibility What a mess I have made, and God chose me... Baby in straw, Son of God, Savior, Messiah No room, no midwife, no experience, no help Did I mess up the delivery? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 7:14, Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Real Hope? Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Nov 29, 2023

Christmas is a time that is considered to be a time of real hope. Yet, it actually took place in a very hopeless time. What do we learn about real hope from Mary?

Anyone here named “Hope?” Hope is one of the most awesome names in the United States. Here’s what we know about the name: 1. Hope is ranked as the 714th most popular name in the US. 2. Based on the Social Security Baby Data base there are 73,426 people in the US named “Hope.” 3. There are 18.9 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-37

Denomination: Baptist

Grace

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2023

Mary

GRACE (LUKE 1:26-38) The birth of Jesus is often associated with words such as joy, peace, worship, praise and goodwill, but the first good news to Mary is that of grace (v 28, charitoo), including the angel’s imperative “greetings”(chairo). What is grace? Why is grace a strength and not a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mother’s Day 2024

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on May 11, 2024

Mother’s Day is marked on the second Sunday in May.

Mother’s Day is marked on the second Sunday in May. It’s a day to celebrate Mothers, Mothers- to- be and any woman who has had a significant influence in our lives. Every human being is born of a woman. That makes a woman so unique and incredibly special. Also, most mothers combine motherhood ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31, Matthew 7:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Word

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 19, 2023

Mary at the cross, her heart breaking.

Mary had been rigid with tension all week. Rumors of plots had eddied around the streets of Jerusalem from the moment Jesus had entered the city at the beginning of the festival week. Everyone was edgy, watchful. There were more Roman soldiers around than usual, too, even for the Passover week when ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hope When You Don't Think You Have Enough Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Nov 29, 2023

Christmas is often a time when people struggle feeling that they don't have enough, or can't provide enough. It often steals away the joy of Christmas. Mary could have felt that she did not have enough; yet her song proves-- Jesus was enough.

One of the top 10 Christmas songs of all time- it actually is ranked #7- is the song: “All I Want For Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey. The song goes like this: “Don’t want a lot for Christmas, there is just one thing I need, I don’t care about the presents underneath the Christmas tree, I just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Baptist

When The Infinite Became An Infant Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 15, 2003

As the living Word, Jesus was with God in the beginning. He created all things and is the light of the world, and yet was not received warmly by those who should have welcomed Him with open arms. During this Christmas season, why don’t you receive the gre

When the Infinite Became an Infant I thought it would be a good idea for us to take a “Christmas Quiz” this morning to see how well we know the facts about the first Christmas. 1. When Mary and Joseph went to Bethlehem, how did they get there? a. They walked b. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Helping The Helpers

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 31, 2020

A workshop given in support of caregivers (Adapted from a book by Jo Anne Perez called, Ministry of Hope for the Living and the Dying, ISBN 9780983781707, pgs. 222-227)

HoHum: Rosalyn Carter said it best: There are only 4 kinds of people in the world- those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers Paula C. Lowe said, “The lifelong process of caregiving is the ultimate link ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Released From Judgement

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 11, 2014

A perspective on Luke 1: 26-38. From the view on the streets of Nazareth, Mary who was engaged to be married became pregnant to another. What did it mean for Mary and her life in Nazareth?

Luke 1: 26-38 Released From Judgement One day while at work, Zachariah received a visit from the angel Gabriel. The angel, a messenger from God announced to Zachariah that his wife Elizabeth would bear him a son. Although they were both advanced in years and Elizabeth was barren, God would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

The Persecution Of The Mother Of God. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

Throughout history, the mother of God, Mary, has faced relentless attacks and criticisms from those influenced by the spirit of Satan.

Throughout history, the mother of God, Mary, has faced relentless attacks and criticisms from those influenced by the spirit of Satan. We will explore the biblical basis for understanding these assaults and how they align with the spiritual battle between good and evil. Satan's Enmity Against ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Ephesians 6:12

My Soul Magnifies The Lord

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

Mary’s song

My Soul Magnifies the Lord, Luke 1:46-56 Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ December 16, 2001 The lion was proud of his mastery of the animal kingdom. One day he decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He was so confident that he by-passed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:45-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I'm Dreaming Of A Wise Christmas

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Christmas Series

I’M DREAMING OF A WISE CHRISTMAS (MATTHEW 2:1-18) I look with amusement once at Christmas e-cards prominently displayed on websites. The most frequent themes and images on the cards are Santa Claus, Snowmen, Christmas trees, stockings, reindeers, penguins, polar bears, candles, angels, tree ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible