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A Season Of Seeking

Contributed by Jeremy James on Dec 12, 2004

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We do not seek Jesus on our own, instead we seek Him because He seeks us.

Wise Men & Shepherds We know the story of the three magi or wise men well. We have heard it time and again, about how they saw the star in the East that told them that the King of the Jews had been born. The traveled far to find this king and they wished to honor Him. What is interesting is that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Christmas? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 13, 2004

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This sermon explores what Christmas is not, and also what Christmas is.

Scripture In Matthew’s description of Jesus’ birth, we read that before Mary and Joseph came together to consummate their marriage, Mary was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose Mary to public disgrace, he had in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How The Grinch Stole Christmas - Christmas At The Movies Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 13, 2004

based on 78 ratings

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Why did Herod want to kill the Christ child? His motivation has much in common with those today who want to kill Christmas.

OPEN: (I sat on a stool on stage, reading the following from “How The Grinch Stole Christmas.” I taped my sermon into the pages of the book and used the book as both prop and way to hide my sermon notes). Every Who down in Who-ville liked a Christmas a lot… But the Grinch, who lived just north of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Forgotten Family Tree Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 14, 2004

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This morning we’re going to look at a list in Matthew 1 that contains over 40 names, some who were “darlings” and many others who were “disasters.”

The manager of a large office noticed a new employee and asked, “What’s your name?” The worker replied, “John.” The manager scowled and said, “Look, I don’t know where you worked before, but I don’t call anyone by their first name. It breeds familiarity and that leads to a breakdown in authority. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Just A Little Jealousy

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 15, 2004

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This sermon deals with the explosive power of jealousy in a Christmas context.

Just A Little Jealousy GNLCC 12/5/04 1 Samuel 18:1-9 Matthew 2:1-18 Today we begin to observe the season of Advent. Advent means the coming of Christ to the world. It can refer to the first time Jesus came which is Christmas, or the second time he will come which will be the second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

3 Reactions To Christmas

Contributed by Philip Reed on Dec 15, 2004

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Here is an expository outline of the very familiar Christmas reading

We are all a product of our experiences and seldom have I ever heard or read a sermon that part of it did not effect me in some way. So, credit goes to all I have encountered, especially the Lord. Three Reactions to Christ and Christmas Matt. 2:1-12 Every person will have one of these three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Looking For In The Newborn King?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 17, 2004

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From the first declaration of a coming deliverer to Adam and Eve in Genesis 3:15 the hearts of men looked longingly for the Promised One. Each looked for something different in the Messiah. When Christ was born in Bethlehem Israel did not receive what the

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR IN THE NEWBORN KING? MATTHEW 2:1-2, 11 INTRODUCTION: With the proclamation of the wise men, “Where is he that is born the king of the Jews?”, all the prophecies of the coming Messiah were brought to mind in the nation of Israel. From the first declaration of a coming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Three Gifts We Desperately Need Christ To Bring Us This Christmas

Contributed by Danny Moss on Dec 18, 2004

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Are we going to get what we want, or what we need for Christmas this year?

"Three Gifts We Desperately Need Christ To Bring Us This Christmas" By: Danny Moss Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction- You and I are familiar with the Christmas story of the Wise men. They travelled far, and brought Christ three gifts: gold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of The Star

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2004

based on 35 ratings

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Brief message for candlelight service.

The Purpose of the Star Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11 Introduction After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

And You Shall Call His Name Immanuel, Not!

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 20, 2004

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We all know the prophecy, but his name was not called Immanuel, it was called Jesus, what happened?

And You Shall Call His Name Immanuel, Not! Denn Guptill Matthew 1:23 “Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and he will be called Immanuel (meaning, God is with us).” Now that’s a familiar verse, isn’t it? We hear it every Christmas, We read it with every reading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

God With Us

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 20, 2004

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An acrostic on GOD WITH US; taken from John Gillmartin, Pastor’s Pastor, November 2001

(Mat 1:23 NRSV) "Look, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel," which means, "God with us." What did Isaiah think when he uttered these words hundreds of years before in Isaiah 7:14? Of what should we think when we read this verse? Thesis: This morning we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Would Joseph Do? Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Dec 20, 2004

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As we consider all the things that must have been going through Joseph’s mind before the birth of Jesus, we ask ourselves: "What Would Joseph Do?" I. About a pregnant fiancee? II. About an angelic visit?

Advent 4 Matthew 1:18-25 I have a confession to make. What I am about to tell you is not something that I’m proud of, but it is true, and I feel you should know about it. The fact of the matter is: I’ve watched the Jerry Springer Show a few times. There, I said it. It feels good to get that off my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

What Will It Cost Me To Be Used By God?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 20, 2004

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This message looks at the cost to Mary of bearing Jesus (in terms of scandal and reputation) and then asks what the cost might be for us to obey God.

- just read vv. 1-2 to open sermon. - only 4 women (besides Mary) are mentioned in this genealogy and they aren’t the big names of the O.T. WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INCLUSION OF THESE WOMEN? - Three of the four of them were associated with sexual sin. - v. 3 - Tamar (dressed as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: "Wise Men From The East..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 21, 2004

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There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down and lifting someone else up. The Wise men who came to see the Christ child helps us see this lesson at it’s best!

Introduction I asked a group of fifth graders "Who are some of the wisest men you know..." their answers are classic! "My Papa...my next door neighbor Mr. Lee..." but the best of all, "the man who makes the machines work when they break at Chucky Cheeses..." Long before this list, there were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping God's Purpose Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Dec 22, 2004

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Jesus purpose was to bridge the gap between God and man. His birth as a man and the sacrifice he made brings us into relationship with God. God had a purpose for Jesus and he has a purpose for each of us.

Four Christmas Gifts Worth Unwrapping “Unwrapping God’s Purpose” 12/26/04 Intro: Merry Christmas! I hope you had a great day of celebrating the arrival of Jesus. Hopefully your day was filled with friends, family and a beauty of soul. We have been looking at gifts God has given us this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

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