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Parting Gifts

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 1, 2019

In an effort to give us the perfect gift, God did not send a general or a politician or a preacher. He took on flesh and gave us Himself. In the words of the late great preacher Wallace Hamilton: “God came walking down the stairway of Heaven with a baby in His arms.”

Mary prepares dinner while her son, Jesus, plays at her feet. Joseph is putting away his tools as he wraps up his day. Suddenly there’s a knock on the door. When Joseph opens the door, he and Mary and Jesus are confronted with a strange and interesting sight … a group of oddly dressed men who ...read more

Scripture: John 19:38-42, John 3:16

Denomination: United Methodist

Essential Truths From The Miracle Of Lazarus Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 3, 2019

1. More souls were saved (vs. 43-45). 2. The unbelieving leaders were still lost (vs. 46-50, 53). 3. Christ is in control (vs. 48-57).

Essential Truths from the Miracle of Lazarus The Gospel of John John 11:43-57 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 26, 2017 (Revised December 3, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 11, as we look again at the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. In this ...read more

Scripture: John 11:43-57

Denomination: Baptist

In Celebration Of Mothers

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on May 7, 2018

A sermon to celebrate mothers on Mothers' Day by considering three mothers’ stories.

IN CELEBRATION OF MOTHERS ON MOTHERS’ DAY I. Incidentals and remembrances of motherhood Today is a special day, giving us a fine occasion to appreciate mothers for the difficult, often thankless, and so very important job they do. Mothers provide great comfort and stability for their children ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-4, Exodus 2:10, 1 Samuel 1:24-28, Genesis 3:20, Genesis 5:4, Genesis 4:25-26, Deuteronomy 21:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We All Doubt Like Thomas

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 25, 2019

Doubt is not a bad thing. There are times in life when doubt is healthy and reasonable.

In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown is talking with Lucy as they walk home on the last day of school. Charlie Brown says to Lucy: “Lucy, I got straight A’s. isn’t that great!” Lucy in her typical fashion shoots down poor Charlie Brown and says: I don’t believe you Charlie Brown. Unless you ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-28

Denomination: Episcopal

Worshiping The Newborn King

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 18, 2017

There are several sub-stories within the over-arching birth story of the incarnation. What do these sub-stories have in common? What can we learn from them?

Please open your Bibles to Matthew 2:1-12 which we will read in a few minutes. Do you love the Christmas story? Not the story about the Grinch or Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer or even The Miracle on 34th Street, but the story of the Son of God. The story that is the fulfillment of prophecies made ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 2:10-14, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Nazarene

"congratulations! It's A Savior!" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 25, 2021

God continues to look for women and men like Mary and Joseph. People who will pursue obedience, whatever the cost. People who will trust God – even though the outcome seems unsure. God continues to raise up people for His purposes.

When I first proposed doing this, I know that it struck a lot of you … well, probably all of you … as something odd … out of the ordinary. When it came time, you weren’t sure what to do. Do we put up our traditional Christmas decorations? And, again, I’m sure that you found my answer a bit odd … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Surrounded By Family And Friends Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 13, 2023

Stable – Barn – Cave – What did the place look like where Jesus was born and what were the conditions? Let’s see what we find in Luke 2:1-7

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7; Micah 5:2 Theme: The S of Christmas – THE STABLE Title: Surrounded by family and friends Stable – Barn – Cave – What did the place look like where Jesus was born and what were the conditions? Let’s see what we find in Luke 2:1-7 INTRO: Grace and peace in the name ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Micah 5:2

Denomination: Nazarene

Joseph As A Role Model

Contributed by Petter Kringberg on Dec 12, 2022

A sermon for Advent 4, Year A

“Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit” ? In Nomine + ? Joseph and Mary were, for lack of a more accurate word, engaged. Most scholars believe that Mary herself was around 15 years at the time. They didn’t even live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

The Boy Jesus Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 7, 2002

Out of all the things that Luke must have heard from Mary, he has chosen only this one incident, perhaps because it reveals so much to us.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 5 “The Boy Jesus” Luke 2:39-52 Initially when we look at the story recorded in the last section of the second chapter of Luke, there seems to be little of consequence, a part of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-52

Denomination: Baptist

Worship, Fellowship & Service Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 13 in series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. A picture of the maturing Christian’s worship, fellowship & service. Mary, Martha and Lazarus.

Picture # 13: Worship, Fellowship, & Service John 12:1-11 The number 3 is a divine number. Six days before the Passover, Jesus ate a meal with Mary, Martha and Lazarus (again a divine number of people). Worship: A picture of pure worship is the picture of Mary wiping the feet of Jesus with ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Doing A Day With God Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on May 5, 2003

Three principles from the classic Mary/Martha story in Luke 10 to help us slow down the pace of life and learn to walk with God day-by day.

Futurist David Zach called what we do “hyperliving.” We want to do more and more things in less and less time. Some of us carry around planners as tall as Terminal Tower. We say things like. “OK kids, let’s see who can take a bath fastest!” We buy time saving gadgets and don’t have the time to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing Is Impossible

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Apr 15, 2002

The Christmas story among other things teaches us that with God nothing is impossible. In this story we learn from Mary how the seemingly impossible can become possible.

Introduction: The Christmas story among other things teaches us that with God nothing is impossible. In this story we learn from Mary how the seemingly impossible can become possible. God is showing us that as he initiates the impossible, he gives favour for the impossible, he understands our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Charismatic

"A Woman Filled With Praise" Series

Contributed by Allen Hern on Dec 18, 2006

Since praise and worship are so important in a Christian’s life, let’s see what we can learn about praise and worship from the Song of Mary.

"A WOMAN FILLED WITH PRAISE" Subject: Adoration Theme: An Example of adoration in worship Passage: Lu. 1: 46 - 56 Text: Luke 1: 46* And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, Intro. Dear Mary, how she was overwhelmed by the events which were swirling around her. You have sometimes felt ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Advent The Gateway To Adventure

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 21, 2007

A sermon that explores how advent was for Joseph and Mary the gateway to an adventure with god and describes how we can do the same. Two stories adapted from tony Campolo

The Birth of Jesus Christ 18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.Lk 1:35 19 Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choosing The Best Part

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 9, 2009

Jesus told Mary that doing good had stopped her from doing the best. Doing good is not enough. God wants us to choose THDE BEST PART.

Choosing the Best Part Luke 10:38-42 You are very familiar with today’s story... Jesus is visiting at the home of Lazarus and his sisters, Martha and Mary. The Bible shows us that Jesus loved this family very much and loved to stay there as often as he had a chance. We know how much Jesus loved ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist