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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Meeting Of The East And West Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 24, 2024
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    The meeting of the east and west is always a conflict rather than a conjunction of the two. The west claims the political power, and the east claims the knowledge and wisdom. Jesus brings all together. He is the Prince of Peace.

    Theme: Born to Give Text: Matthew 2:1-12   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever.   Introduction: The image of the wise men on the Christmas cards, the visit of the Magi scene in Christmas play are different from what we are told in the Bible. Matthew commences his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Son Of David, Son Of Mary, Son Of God

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 24, 2024
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    Since King Jesus came to die in your place, make sure to give Him first place in your life.

    Son of David and Son of God Matthew 1:20-23 Rev. Brian Bill December 24, 2024 How are you doing hanging on to Christ this Christmas? It’s so easy to get caught up in what our world says Christmas is all about that we forget what the Word says. Jesus was born in Bethlehem and grew up to pay for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Epiphany (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 24, 2024
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     | 787 views

    Sermons upon the Bible Readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 100:1-5, Isaiah 60:1-9, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12. A). MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE. Psalm 100:1-5. PSALM 100:1a. This “Psalm of praise” is known in some liturgical circles as ‘Jubilate’, after the first word of the Latin version. The English translation of the original Hebrew is “Make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Did Mary Know?

    Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 26, 2024
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    A sermon emphasizing the work of the Holy Spirit in the Christmas story.

    What did Mary Know (pt 2)? CCCAG 12-22-24 Introduction: Several years ago, there was a little bit of controversy about the Virgin Mary regarding a song that came out called, “Mary Did you Know?” In that song, the lyrics ask Mary several questions about what she knew about the child that she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Robbie Parsons avatar

    Epiphany - A Bright Idea

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Dec 26, 2024
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    An examination of epiphany through the visit of the magi to the toddler Jesus. Their gifts stimulate us to living out our Christian lives in this new year by living holy lives that glorify God.

    The earliest reference to Epiphany as a Christian feast was in AD 361, by Ammianus Marcellinus. The holiday is listed twice, which suggests a double feast of baptism and birth. The baptism of Jesus was originally assigned to the same date as the birth because Luke 3:23 was read to mean that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    Going By A Different Route

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 27, 2024
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    A sermon about making the decision to follow Christ.

    Going by Different Route Matthew 2:1-12 We aren’t told how long of a time had passed between when the magi first saw the star and when they arrived in Jerusalem, but Herod’s order—in verse 16—to kill all male children two years and younger in accordance with the time that the star first ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    From The Flight Into Egypt To The Massacre Of The Innocents.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2024
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    A time to stand still, and a time to move forward.

    FROM THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT TO THE MASSACRE OF THE INNOCENTS. Matthew 2:13-18. MATTHEW 2:13. Joseph was called into exile. It is important that we do not linger in the place where we have been, but continue to follow the leading of God in our spiritual walk. After all, wherever God places us we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    An Elderly Joseph On His Death Bed Writes A Letter For Jesus To Read After He Is Gone. Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 28, 2024
    based on 5 ratings
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    A sermon that is more than just a story - but designed to get us thinking about who Jesus is. Inspired by the novel Gilead by Marilynne Robinson.

    This sermon was preached first at St Nicholas Church Perivale on 29 December 2024- using the Church Worship's 1st Sunday of Christmas Year C, but could also fit with the Catholic tradition of cleebrating that Sunday as "The Holy Family" or with Holy Innocents or St Joseph's day. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • James Wallace avatar

    The Christmas That Wasn't Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2024
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    The Magi were an example of people who have little light who make the most of the opportunity. The Jews and Herod were the opposite--they were clueless as to when their King and Messiah had come.

    Back in November, Jeanie and I received a newsletter from an organization called SAT-7. SAT, I assume stands for satellite, because that is the means by which they broadcast the Gospel via television programs into Muslim dominated countries in the Middle East. SAT-7 is the largest provider of ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Ron Auch Jr avatar

    Why Did Jesus Come As Helpless Baby?

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Dec 29, 2024
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    The virgin birth of Jesus is a foundational aspect of Christian belief and holds deep theological significance. Here’s why Jesus came into the world through a virgin birth:

    Why Did Jesus Come as helpless Baby? The virgin birth of Jesus is a foundational aspect of Christian belief and holds deep theological significance. Here’s why Jesus came into the world through a virgin birth: 1. To Fulfill Prophecy • The virgin birth was foretold in the Old Testament. Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Life Intercepted By God-3(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 30, 2024
     | 237 views

    3 of 3. The apostle Matthew recorded some key elements/aspects surrounding the conception & birth of Jesus, from Joseph’s perspective. ?What can be learned from Joseph’s perspective about Jesus’ beginnings? Lessons learned from a life intercepted by God. Life Intercepted By God...

    LIFE INTERCEPTED By GOD-III—Matthew 1:22-25(:18-25) Attention: Back in the day(1963), a vinyl album was released that was entitled, ‘The Andy Williams Christmas album.’ The first side had 6 secular Christmas-Holiday songs. Side two had 6 Christian Christmas songs. On that album, Mr. Williams ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    There Is Death, But There Is Forgiveness And Healing

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2024
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    God’s Word is more powerful than anything the profiteers of death can throw at us.

    December 28 Holy Innocents 2024 Voters in the state of Florida awoke on November 5 of 2024 to discover that their fellow Floridian Donald J. Trump had defeated his opponent not only in their state but popularly in the entire country, and decisively by electoral vote count. They also found that, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Blessed Be The Holy Name Of Jesus

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2024
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    The two texts look contradictory, but they are not, and that itself is part of the Good News.

    Holy Name of Jesus 2025 Christian apologists are not people who are constantly making apologies, like some politicians. No, Christian apologia is defense of our faith. One of the recurring accusations made against the Christian Scriptures is that there are contradictions in the received texts. So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    All Things Working Together To Bring Us Salvation

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 2, 2025
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    God’s promise: that when He himself comes to Zion as Redeemer, God would make a covenant with the peoples and send His spirit into them, His words into their mouths.

    Epiphany Homily 2025 The story of God’s people, the Israelites, from Abraham to Jesus was a series of a few triumphs and many tragedies. Look carefully at the histories recorded in Scripture and you’ll see that the tragedies were caused by poor human decisions, while the triumphs were caused, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Amiri Hooker avatar

    The Quest For Power Vs. The Call Of Christ

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jan 5, 2025
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    Epiphany is not just a moment of clarity; it’s a summons to transformation. Let’s walk through this text with open hearts, asking, What does the birth of Jesus teach us about power, greed, and the true call of leadership?

    Sermon Title: The Quest for Power vs. The Call of Christ Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Church, it’s the first Sunday of a brand-new year, and God has a message for us: Pay attention. Paying attention to what’s right in front of us—what’s under our noses—can be a life-changing act. We just wrapped the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist