Sermons on Marys:

The Elements Of Advent

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 8, 2020

This message helps to explain three of the four elements of ADVENT: Love, Joy, and Hope. The final element of Peace will be the topic for the following Sunday.

As I sat down to put together my thoughts for this sermon, and after praying about it, I looked at the calendar and realized that this is one of those years that there are only 4 Sundays of Advent between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Sometimes there are 5 Sundays but then there are years like 2020 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-49, Luke 2:10-12, Daniel 9:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Man Walking

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 22, 2020

When have you faced an obstacle that seemed impossible? Jesus raising Lazarus back to life teaches us to 1) Trust God's timing, 2) Trust God's heart, and 3) Trust God's might.

Dead Man Walking John 11:1-45 March 29, 2020 I got my sermon title from that phrase used to describe someone from Death Row heading to their execution. They are called “Dead Man Walking.” It’s an eerie title for someone who is moving invariably toward their death. However, in today’s ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipate The Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2024

We can Anticipate the fulfillment of God’s promises in three ways as we see how the 1) Shepherds hear the News (Luke 2:8-12), 2) Heavenly Hosts Rejoice (Luke 2:13-14) and finally how the 3) Shepherds See and Share (Luke 2:15-20)

As we have been singing various carols tonight, many ring with the theme of anticipation. The season of Advent, beginning four Sundays before Christmas is the season of the church year that emphasizes the anticipation of the first coming of Christ to this earth. His coming as the Messiah was first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Other

The Love Of God Displayed Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 27, 2025

Jesus shows us amazing love while on the cross

The Love of God Displayed Text: John 19:25-30 There’s a great quote that comes from a play written by the poet Francis Beaumont. It goes like this, “O’ Love – Tis enough to make a dog howl in rhyme!” And if you’ve ever been in love, you know exactly what that means. Love can make you do crazy ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-30, Romans 6:1-11, 1 Peter 2:4, 1 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let Your Hair Down! Series

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on May 26, 2003

To let people know that praise is necessary in order to bless God for blessing us.

SUBJECT: LET YOUR HAIR DOWN! SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN: 12; 3 In this particular scripture we find where Jesus had one of his first after the resurrection of Lazarus. Jesus, before the Passover came to Bethany after hearing about Lazarus being dead. The Bible says that he came and raised Lazarus ...read more

Scripture: John 12:3

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready For Christmas

Contributed by Michael Nesmith on Dec 21, 2007

A reflection and response to the age old question of, Are you ready for Christmas?

Over the past few days as I encounter people I am often asked a question that is commonly asked this time of the year which is, “Are you ready for Christmas?” Every Christmas getting ready seems to be everyone’s main focus. And the definition of our getting ready encompasses a broad spectrum of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Catholic

Just Do It Series

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Dec 23, 2007

How do you respond to God and His message to us in our day? Be challenge today to just do it.

This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2007 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are hungry for God’s Word. Just Do It By Rev. Greg Johnson Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Lesson From The First Family

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 7, 2002

When it comes to His purpose in life, Jesus is no carpenter’s son.

A Lesson from the First Family 1. Possible, even probable, people see you in several different ways. May see as patient, some as hot-head. Only you know truth. Why don’t we recognize true nature of other people? Maybe simply forgetting. Mary upset with Jesus for staying behind. Angrily ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Unmistakable Aroma

Contributed by Steven Shubert on Nov 17, 2004

There are some fragrances that have unique associations to each of us; there are others, however, that are unmistakable. The aroma of worship is an unmistakable aroma to God.

An Unmistakable Aroma John 12:1-7 I. Introduction A. Each of us has certain fragrances that are almost instantly recognized by our sense of smell. 1. Not so long ago, when I applied a small amount of Stetson® cologne (which I don’t usually wear), my daughter told me “You smell like ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Could You Believe That? Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 30, 2014

This is the 2nd sermon in the Christmas Series, "Out Of Your Mind". This sermon talks about the miracles of Christ's birth.

Series: Out Of Your Mind [#2] HOW COULD YOU BELIEVE THAT? Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 Introduction: Through the years, I have been told some unbelievable things. I mean, you hear it and you think, “How stupid does this person think I am”? Teenagers are especially good at telling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Billboards Point In The Culture War's Direction

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jan 7, 2012

Christmas Billboards Point In The Culture War's Direction

Christmas is the time of year when the thoughts of most Americans grow to be at their most devout. It is increasingly the time of year that the avowed despisers of the Almighty are at their most disrespectful. Before now, the most culturally embarrassing thing to come out of the wastelands of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leap With The Spirit

Contributed by Selwyn Robins on Aug 29, 2011

Sometimes you need to be around someone with the "spirit" in order for you to be touched by God and be moved.

Introduction Both my wife and I had an opportunity this week to attend a seminar and conference. On Monday I was at Shady Grove in Grand Prairie with other leaders in the company of Dr. Robert Morris of Gateway Church in Southlake. We talked about Preaching/Teaching, which one to strengthen and ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Highly Favored

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 8, 2012

Now The Question Is Do You Believe You Have Been Highly Favored?

Luke 1:26-38-Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Been Fishin' Lately

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 20, 2011

This sermon is about learning how to fish in Jesus' way.

Matthew 3: 12 – 23 / Been Fishin’ Lately? Intro: Any historian should be able to tell you what significant event took place in 1809. Two major events were taking place that captured the headlines of the newspapers of the day: The Peninsula War was raging in Spain and Napoleon had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Death Watch Him For Me Series

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 23, 2011

Death does not have the abiliity to hold what God has already spoke to.

Death Watch Him for Me John 11: 1-15 1Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. 2(It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational