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"The Virgin Shall Be With Child"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 18, 2004

based on 33 ratings

| 3,164 views

Belief in the virgin birth of Jesus is fundamental to all doctrines of the atonement. A Christmas sermon.

“Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows. When His mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child by the Holy Spirit. And Joseph her husband, being a righteous man, and not wanting to disgrace her, desired to put her away secretly. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Orthodox

Believing The Impossible

Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 24, 2004

based on 115 ratings

| 12,336 views

Joseph was asked to believe the impossible. This Christmas, we are asked to do the same.

Matthew 1:18-25 Believing the Impossible (communion this Sunday) Is it good or bad to be skeptical? Sometimes, it’s good, isn’t it? When you receive an email from someone you don’t know, and that someone says to you that they want to help you, but they need some information. If you could ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Unwrapping Christmas

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 30, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 4,068 views

A simple sermon with props for a ’Carols by Candlelight’c service for our older folks

UNWRAPPING CHRISTMAS MT 1:18-25 Silver Service (older folks) Carols by candlelight, Thurs 2nd Dec 2004 Props: a present due to be unwrapped in 3 layers The little girl was sitting with her grandmother, who had presented her with her first little children¡¦s Bible, in an easy-to-read translation, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Come Home To Christmas

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 1, 2004

based on 46 ratings

| 3,861 views

Christmas is a sign of God’s welcome to all just as President Bush’s speech reminded Canadians regarding their welcome to Americans in their hour of need.

Dec. 1, 2004, U.S. President George W. Bush remembered what Canada means to Americans. In a speech he gave he thanked Atlantic Canadians for helping the US on Sept.11. 3 years ago thousands of US citizens were stranded here due to the terrorist attacks on his country. Pres. Bush said, “You opened ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Part Of The Plan Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 6, 2004

based on 16 ratings

| 3,518 views

This is the second in a series of messages looking at the Advent story. It examines the plan of God for the salvation of His people and our invitation to be a part of that plan.

The Stories of Advent Pt 2 Part of the Plan Matthew 1:18-25 In our celebration of Advent we come now today to the story of the Angels of Advent. Four times during the Advent story Angels play a decisive part in the narrative of Messiah¡¦s coming. First with Zacharias, then Mary, then Joseph, then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: *other

Born Of The Virgin Mary Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 7,629 views

This sermon looks at the Virgin Birth of Jesus by examining the biblical statements, our Confessional Statement, the attacks, and the importance of the Virgin Birth of Jesus.

Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This is the third in a series of Advent messages on “The Marvel of Christmas.” My sermon is titled “Born of the Virgin Mary.” Let us read Matthew 1:18-25: "18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Reaction Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 11, 2004

based on 38 ratings

| 5,000 views

This is the second in a four sermon series on the birth announcement of Christ and the reaction of those most involved in the events.

The Reaction of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 I. Joseph Reacted With Mercy (v. 18-19) A. His mercy reached past the circumstance (v. 18b) 1. He did not allow the circumstance to rule him 2. He did not allow the circumstance to dictate his character B. His mercy reached out due to personal righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Christmas? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 13, 2004

based on 49 ratings

| 10,750 views

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

And You Shall Call His Name Immanuel, Not!

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 20, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 7,952 views

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

What Would Joseph Do? Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Dec 20, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 4,077 views

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

Unwrapping God's Purpose Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Dec 22, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 3,786 views

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

Have A Merry Christmas! Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Dec 22, 2004

based on 16 ratings

| 8,733 views

The theme will be relationships. This worship experience will focus on our relationships with family and friends. The challenge will be to move from merely going through the activities of Christmas with our family and friends to knowing those we love on a

Last week we learned that the spirit of Christmas is relationships, beginning with our relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Today we see that to have a merry Christmas involves relationships with people. It seems that God screams this message to us every year through the writers of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus' Two Natures

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 2,722 views

Jesus was both fully God and fully human. If he weren’t, you and I are still in our sins!

Two Natures of Jesus Christian Education Class November, 2003 Christmas is coming. With it, there is lots of focus on many things. Q. What are some things that come to mind when you think of Christmas? (write giant list on the board as students say them.) Of course, one focus- the most important ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why God Won't Accept Your Excuses

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 17, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 4,327 views

An examination of Jesus’ reason for coming.

WHY GOD WON’T ACCEPT YOUR EXCUSES PART 2 - Read Matthew 1:18-25 For the past 2 months I have been teaching a class on marriage. I am excited about the number of people we have taking the class and the good reports I’m hearing from people actually applying what they’re learning. But let me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Choice Of The Spouse/Engagement/To Make A Success Of His Couple. (2)

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 24, 2003

based on 11 ratings

| 2,966 views

The choice is for the life... then! One cannot be mistaken by seeking what God provided for us! It has a destiny for our marriage?!

Choix du conjoint/Fiançailles/Réussir son couple. (2) I Le temps des fiançailles : (1) Un modèle  suivre : Joseph et Marie Mathieu 1/18-24 AVoici de quelle manière arriva la naissance de Jésus-Christ. Marie, sa mère, ayant été fiancée  Joseph, se trouva enceinte, par la vertu du ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

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