Sermons about Matthew 1:18-2:23

The Smallville Of Nazareth Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 31, 2007

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Everything that Superman aspires to be in imaginary tales, Jesus is in reality—and so much more. The story of Superman is really a modern day parable for the story of Jesus Christ. This is the first in a series of youth lessons title: Jesus Is My Superher

The Smallville of Nazareth Between the child rocketed from the doomed planet Krypton and the symbol of truth and justice Superman is destined to become, lies a vitally important aspect of Superman mythology—Smallville. Catching fire upon entering Earth’s atmosphere, the baby Kal-El’s spaceship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Wisemen: Seekers Of The Truth

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007

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Christmas Message

“WISEMEN: SEEKERS OF THE TRUTH” (Matt 2:1-12) - Matt 2:1-12 - Pray - Our text today tells us about some wise men. They are called magi. These were men of science, students of astronomy, students of the body of knowledge of their day. They were seekers of the truth and they had come upon some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Was A Vessel

Contributed by Bobby Bulger on Sep 27, 2007

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A Christmas time message, and a look at the Mother of Christ.

Matthew 1:18-25 (18) 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 not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Nativity Story: The Courage Of Joseph Series

Contributed by C. Raymond Van Pletsen on Oct 19, 2006

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Because of his allegiance to God, Joseph displayed moral courage and manly courage. He showed courage in his personal life, by being a morally and spiritually strong man in a corrupt world.

THE COURAGE OF JOSEPH Matthew 1:18-25 The Main Idea Because of his allegiance to God, Joseph displayed moral courage and manly courage. Moral. He showed courage in his personal life, by being a morally and spiritually strong man in a corrupt world. Manly. He demonstrated his courage when, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Magi: Hope: Shopping For God

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006

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The Magi

How can you tell a married man from a single man in a department store?A married man is holding a purse. Women just love to shop – Men hate to shop. Why is that? Women are gatherers. Men are hunters. Women have to look at each and every item on the rack even if there is no possibility that they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Nativity Story: The Hope Of The Wise Men

Contributed by C. Raymond Van Pletsen on Oct 30, 2006

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The Magi followed the directions of God’s Word to Jesus and submitted to Him as their King. We should follow in their footsteps!

THE HOPE OF THE WISE MEN Matthew 2:1-12 The Main Idea The Magi followed the directions of God’s Word to Jesus and submitted to Him as their King. We should follow in their footsteps! Outline GOD IS THE SOURCE OF HOPE The Magi were looking forward to the coming of the King of the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Throught The Eyes Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Craig Lee on Nov 1, 2006

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Christmas as seen from the earthly father of Jesus Christ.

Christmas Through The Eyes of Joseph Matt. 1:18-25, Micah 5:2-5, Luke 2:1-7 Last week we began a series entitled, Christmas Through the Eyes of… Mary had a prospective on Christmas that you and I will never understand. I believe that Joseph had a prospective that we can learn from as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Was Joseph Thinking?

Contributed by Steve Greene on Nov 29, 2006

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What was Joseph thinking that night outside the stable. Have you ever thought about it? What would have been going through your mind? This message challenges us to do what Joseph did. He obeyed God even when it didn’t make sense.

What was Joseph Thinking? It may sound a little bit morbid to begin a message like this, but I have always told my wife, when I die, if she believes it can be said with integrity, I want my epitaph to include Genesis 6:22. Genesis 6:22 (NIV) 22 Noah did everything just as God commanded him. My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Searching For Christmas

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 30, 2006

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Finding the central focus of Christmas in the busy society of America.

“Searching for Christmas” December 3, 2006 Me: One of my favorite Christmas memories is of an event that happened when I was about six years old. I am the youngest of six kids, and Christmas around my house when I was growing up was a wild adventure. I remember on this particular Christmas that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Men

Contributed by Steve Ownby on Nov 30, 2006

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This sermon is one which describes the stages of expectancy concerning the return of Christ.

The Wisemen Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: According to history and a little tradition from the beginning of time God’s children have been waiting for the Messiah and according to tradition the Magi came based upon signs and knowledge. We’re living in a time when people fall into one of three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Nature Of Chistmas Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 1, 2006

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Christmas doesn’t come from a store it comes from God.

The Nature of Christmas Text: Matt. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, come this way; Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, Christmas day." They continue, singing, "Christmas day is in our grasp so long as we have hands to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006

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A Topical Christmas Sermon

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year Matt. 2:1-12 Christmas is a season of wonder. Someone expressed that wonder this way: I am the Christmas Spirit— I enter the home of poverty, causing pale faced children to open their eyes wide, in pleased wonder. I cause the miser’s clutched hand to relax ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Quiet Character Of A Good Man

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006

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A Biographical Sermon on Joseph.

THE QUIET CHARACTER OF A GODLY MAN I want you to imagine what would happen if you knew that you would not be around to raise your children. Who would you choose to parent them through their lives to adulthood? You would want someone who would protect them and provide for them like you would, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Courage Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 2, 2006

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The Biblical account of the life of Joseph holds truths that the Holy Spirit wants you to grasp this Christmas season. Christians who live a life expressing that the birth of Christ is an event worth celebrating take time to invite the Holy Spirit to illu

Turn Your Bibles to Matthew 1:18-24 Title: Christmas Courage Theme: The Courage of Joseph Listen as I read Matthew 1:18-24, “This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Search For Jesus

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Dec 2, 2006

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The Christmas season is a time when people search for happiness in a variety of outlets and activities. The Wise men remind us to search for the ultimate in life fulfillment in Christ Jesus.

MATTHEW 2:1-2 THE SEARCH FOR JESUS K. EDWARD SKIDMORE STATES THAT HISTORICALLY, NOT EVERYONE WAS JOYFUL WHEN JESUS WAS BORN. IN FACT THERE WERE MANY PEOPLE WHO REJECTED HIM FOR VARIOUS REASONS. REASONS MUCH LIKE THOSE PEOPLE GIVE TODAY FOR REJECTING JESUS. - MESS UP THEIR PLANS . . . -LIMIT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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