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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

God's Choice Of A Mother

Contributed by Victor Haynes on May 14, 2011

This sermon addresses the issue of motherhood.

God’s Choice of a Mother Luke 1: 26-31, 38, 46-55 If you were given the responsibility of choosing a woman as the ideal candidate for motherhood, other than your own mother, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55

Denomination: Baptist

Living Life For The Lord

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 10, 2010

Looks at Mary, the Mother of Jesus and the difficulties she faced and the ways God provided to strengthen her through it.

Living Life for the Lord – A Mother’s Story Mother’s day video – “I’m a Mom” from Centerline New Media Slide after video I love that video. Because I think that being a mom is one of the most important jobs there are in the world along with being a dad. I believe that God has made this one of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“a Woman’s Love” Series

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

The whole Christmas story is really a love story with several main characters. Mary loved her husband, her son and God.

I.The whole Christmas story is really a love story with several main characters. A.I am truly aghast at the fact that the Christmas story is being total forgotten this year. 1.There was a time when NBC showed Amal and the Night Visitors every year on TV. a.It was a tradition. b.Today the TV ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Scandalous Love Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 7, 2011

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent

Hosea 1:2-3, 3:1-5 Luke 1:39-56 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Scandalous Love” Based on a book by Mike Slaughter I think everyone wants to know that he or she is important to someone. Remember how kids used to pass notes back and forth in Middle School? “I like you. Do you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Encouragement Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 7, 2011

Mary was desperately craving an older woman to give her some perspective in life, and Elizabeth does just that. Elizabeth helps Mary see that this special calling from God is not a burden but a wonderful blessing. And it goes both ways!

We continue this week our “Journey to Bethlehem.” We began two weeks ago in Nazareth with Luke’s account of the conception. And we considered Mary’s willingness to humbly serve the Lord, even under these very difficult and shocking circumstances. Last week, we heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Ultimate Worship - Ultimate Betrayal Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2012

It is at the darkest part of the night that a light shines the brightest. As we come to Mark 13 we see hope at the end of a terrible time in earth's history, when the lights will dim for the coming King. Then we see the path to that event beginning as the

We pick up the story from where we left off—Jesus’ disciples asked Him about the destruction of the Temple and, presumably, when He, as the Messiah, would take over the world. Jesus told them that many events would take place prior to His return but that His disciples should not focus ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Turning Christmasproblems Into Christmas Peace Series

Contributed by Todd Vossen on Dec 6, 2013

To lead people from the focus of Problems in our lives into the Joy of Peace in Jesus Chrst

Turning Problems into Peace- Christmas- Todd Vossen Text: Matthew 1:18–25 (KJV 1900) Introduction Good Morning… I am glad that you are here as we enter our 2nd week of December and as we draw ever closer to Christmas Day! Now, I have to ask: Who has finished their Christmas Shopping? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Let's Keep Joseph In Christmas"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 13, 2013

A sermon about the Law of Love.

Sermon Series: "Christmas: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly" "Let's Keep Joseph in Christmas" Matthew 1:18-25; 2:13-15, 19-23 Some of us may have been blessed or be blessed to have a father like Joseph. Others of us may be blessed to know men like him. If you knew Joseph, you might have ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Almost Forgotten Man: Joseph

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 17, 2013

Joseph seems almost forgotten in the Christmas story. A look at Joseph's faithfulness in the midst of unexpected situations.

The Characters of Christmas: Joseph Matthew 1: 18-25 There is no greater Christmas classic than Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life, and there is no greater Christmas character than poor George Bailey. He’s even referred to several times throughout the film as “poor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Preparation For A Visitation

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Dec 21, 2013

The story of Mary and Joseph in the first Christmas teaches us about the greatest gift that God has given to us - His Son Jesus, and salvation, joy, peace and hope.

PREPARATION FOR THE VISITATION OPENING: Children Nativity Video Clip INTRO TO SPEAKER: It was seven years ago today I preached my first message at BCC. • The title was, “Love, Acceptance, Forgiveness.” This is still our mission today. • When we came here, Caleb was in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: *other

Sitting At The Feet Of Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 2, 2014

Mary, Martha & Jesus. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Place (vs 38) (2). The People (vs 38-39) (3). The Disagreement (vs 39-40) (4). The Response (vs 41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Photographs can be very deceptive, • Whoever said; “The camera never lies”, • Never had a studio portrait done of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Brethren

Joseph's Story

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Dec 19, 2012

The Christmas Story as seen through Joseph's eyes.

( Parts of this sermon were taken directly from Joseph’s tenacious love by Brian Bill, sermon central.) Joseph’s Story Good Morning, my name is Joseph. I know I look much like the person you call your pastor but my name is Joseph. You don’t hear a lot about me in your Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Unsung Hero Of Christmas

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

Joseph

Matthew 1:18-25 THE UNSUNG HERO OF CHRISTMAS 1. JOSEPH'S CHARACTER V. 18-19 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Holiness

A Savior Worth Waiting For

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 9, 2016

Joseph wasn’t so thrilled with the whole idea presented to him at first, but eventually accepted the present as God presented it to him. Joseph is really the forgotten figure of Christmas.

A Savior Worth Waiting For ~ Luke 2:8-20 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel