Sermons on Matthew 1:18-2:22:

Gold, Incense And Myrrh--And Mystery Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2022

Perhaps we can learn more about Jesus, and his wise visitors, by asking ourselves who was upset by these gifts?

Epiphany Homily Gold, incense and myrrh. Treasure, sweet-smelling smoke and embalming spices. Three mysterious men from the East, who appear for a moment in Matthew's Gospel, bring gifts to the newborn Jesus, and then vanish into the history and theology books. In a new millennium, why should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-13, Ephesians 3:2-6, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

When Joseph Woke Up Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 6, 2022

When Joseph woke up to who Jesus was (The Christ, The Son of God, The King, The Savior, Immanuel) he did (obeyed) what they angel commanded (and taught us some power truth about obedience).

“When Joseph Woke Up” The King and His Kingdom (Matthew 1:18-25) OKAY MGCC - welcome to December 26th Welcome to the day after Christmas. Welcome to week 2 of our study of Matthew’s Gospel the King and His Kingdom. NOW – last week we looked at Matthew 1:1-17… Matthew’s Genealogy. A genealogy as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loneliness (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 12, 2022

This sermon explains the signs of loneliness and how to deal with it biblically.

Illustration: A lonely grandmother eavesdrops on the conversation of a teenager who was dating in the park. Girl: "You don't love me?" Boy: "I do!" Girl: "We've been dating for four months. What's the proof?" Boy: "ABCDEFG." Girl: "What's ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Romans 12:10, Galatians 6:2, Ephesians 2:19, 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 27:10, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 1:23, 2 Corinthians 1:22, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 3:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Things To Know About God Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jan 15, 2022

There is nowhere sin can place you that the blood of Jesus cannot locate you.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF NO: 020 OPENING PASSAGE: Psalm 86:5, NIV: You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you. TOPIC: THREE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT GOD Do you call to God? How often do you speak with Him on daily basis? In today's passage, the psalmist ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:5, Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Charismatic

Change Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022

On Christmas we expect to hear that Jesus’ arrival made everything right! And in once sense it did, but really Jesus’ arrival turned everything upside down.

I. Introduction It is Christmas. It is the time of year that most of us, even the most cynical and crusty, are filled with emotions, memories, and nostalgia. The older you get the more you long for the simpler days of Christmas morning excitement, gathering with family and friends, to sing familiar ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 1:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Came, They Saw, They Worshipped Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 25, 2022

In Matthew 2:1-12 the wisemen reveal to us 5 important truths about worship.

They Came, They Saw,They Worshipped Matthew 2:1-12 OKAY MGCC – welcome to church! Welcome to week 3 of our study of Matthew’s Gospel. It has been awhile so I want to do a very brief review. IN WEEK ONE… As we looked at Matthew’s Genealogy we saw the main point is driving home is that Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How God’s Plans Interfere With Our Plans (Christmas Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 17, 2022

One thing that gets us upset, is when we have things all planned out and someone comes along and ruins our plans.

For example, suppose you had plans for Saturday. You were going to take the family to the lake, and have a nice family picnic. You had all the details worked out, and then the boss man comes up to you on Friday, before you leave to go home and says, “I hate to do this to you, I know you had plans ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Trust In Immanuel Series

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 13, 2022

Our Saviour is Immanuel, God with us—in the present tense. And He will be, now and always. This name can give us confidence. For if God is with us, no one can stand against us, and nothing can keep us from his love.

When Dad and Mom receive the good news that a child is on the way, there’s a few things they’ll do. Paint the baby room. Take a birthing class. And pick names. Dad and Mom might want to choose a name with a family connection, and name the little one after Grandpa or a favourite aunt. Or perhaps ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:5-9, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

There Is Hope For Your Future Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 15, 2022

In Jesus' flight to Egypt and return from Egypt we see several powerful truths that let us know that there is indeed hope for our future.

There Is Hope For Your Future Matthew 2:13-23 Good morning MGCC! HEY – as we begin I want to share some good news with you, in fact, it is great news. Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Generations

Contributed by Chinguwa Elvis on Mar 18, 2022

Throughout all the ages God has been working with all Generations. He is the God of Abraham, God of Jacob and God Isaac.

Concentration: on God’s method of working with generations. “… the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen” (v.17a) “… from David to the carrying away into Babylon are fourteen generations” (v.17b) “… from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ are fourteen generations” (v.17c) “… shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:17-21

Uniqueness Of Jesus - A Virgin’s Birth! (Sermon #2) Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Sep 19, 2021

There's no one on this planet who could be born to a virgin without any kind of involvement of a man. It was only Jesus who was born to a virgin by the power of the Holy Spirit.

This is not a made up story, this is History! The whole world believes in this very truth that Jesus was born to Mary who was a virgin. Scientifically it is impossible for woman to give birth to a baby without a man's involvement. That's where even Mary could not understand how this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18, Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 1:34-35

Uniqueness Of Jesus - The Name Above All Names - Jesus Christ! (Sermon #4) Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Sep 25, 2021

The only Name which is exalted so high and at which Every Knee should bow and every tongue should confess is the Name of "JESUS"

The Name of Jesus is so unique, powerful and placed high above every other name. Let us study on what is so special about this Name! 1. THE MEANING OF JESUS CHRIST: - JESUS means SAVIOUR - Matthew 1:21 Many were called as saviours, they could only save a group of community from a physical enemy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11, Romans 5:8-21, Matthew 1:1, Matthew 1:21, Mark 16:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Seeking The Savior

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 5, 2018

An Advent message - God seeks after us and wants us to find Him… Seek the Savior while He can still be found!

(Note for readers: There is a short Children’s Message at the beginning, followed by the sermon for an adult audience) CHILDREN’S MESSAGE There is a game we used to play when I was a kid… It’s called “Hide and Seek”… Do you know that game? One person will be “it” and try to find the other people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, 1 Peter 1:8, Psalm 16:11, Hebrews 11:6, Luke 2:20, Revelation 3:20, Deuteronomy 4:29, John 4:13-14, Luke 19:10, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Isaiah 55:6, Matthew 2:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Past Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 24, 2018

The Bible reveals: Christmas past – Who Jesus was (All the way back to the Beginning) – Christmas present (Jesus who is present tense – Emmanuel the God who is with us right now) and the Bible reminds us that Christmas future is coming to this world

Theme: Christmas Miracles: past-present-future Thesis: The Bible reveals: Christmas past – Who Jesus was (All the way back to the Beginning) – Christmas present (Jesus who is present tense – Emmanuel the God who is with us right now) and the Bible reminds us that Christmas future is coming to this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is He?

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 18, 2018

It seems that from His birth along in His lIfe through the Gospel a question arrises, where is Jesus?

WHERE IS HE? SCRIPTURE: Matthew 2:1 “Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2:2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2, Luke 2:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal