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Because Of Christmas

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 10, 2002

based on 310 ratings

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Because of that first Christmas, the child of God is recipient of three great assurances that provide comfort and strength throughout our life.

BECAUSE OF CHRISTMAS "And she shall bring forth a son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins. So all this was done that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying: ’Behold the virgin shall be with child, and bear a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23, Romans 8:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Best And Worst Day

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Dec 11, 2002

based on 21 ratings

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Matthew places his emphasis on Joseph during his retelling of the birth of Jesus. Joseph’s trust in God is an amazing story.

The Best and Worst Day Matthew 1:18-25 Preached at Laurel Church of Christ On Sunday, December 8, 2002 Introduction: I. Robert Beringer writes about a geography lesson from elementary school A. He learned that the southern most tip of Africa is a point, which for centuries has experienced ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Heaven Touches Earth Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 13, 2002

based on 11 ratings

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A sermon for our Carols by Candlelight service. Slightly evangelistic

When Heaven touches earth. WBC 15.12.02pm Carols by Candlelight I was reading the story of Jesus’ birth to my day-care children one morning. As usual, I stopped to see if they understood. "What do we call the three wise men?" I asked. "The three maggots," replied a bright 5-year-old. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Valuing Relationships Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 14, 2002

based on 40 ratings

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Part 3 of series based on Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol"

Matthew 1:18-25 [18] Now this is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant by the Holy Spirit. [19] Joseph, her fiancé, being a just man, decided to break the engagement quietly, so as not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

How To Live A Life That Can Change The World

Contributed by W F on Dec 15, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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A character study of Joseph’s (Mary’s husband)life that challenges us to live life with awesome purpose.

Matthew 1:18-25 HOW TO LIVE A LIFE THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD INTRODUCTION Isn’t it true that a person’s real character comes out when they’re under stress? And stressful times can either be moments of growth or of devastation - or both. Take the Aussie bush for example. A fire (stress) can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: *other

Christmas Sign - God Is With Us

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 17, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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what this sign of emmanuel means for us

GOD IS WITH US… 18Now this is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant by the Holy Spirit. 19Joseph, her fiance, being a just man, decided to break the engagement quietly, so as not to disgrace her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What A Strange Way To Save The World

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 17, 2002

based on 45 ratings

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On the first Christmas God chose a strange way to save the world!

What a Strange Way to Save the World Selected Passages December 15, 2002 Introduction If there was one word that could be used to describe the first Christmas; it might be strange. That’s right I said strange. Take just a moment to think about the people and places that are involved in the first ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18, Matthew 1:20-23

Denomination: Church Of God

The Doorway To Eternity Series

Contributed by Conley Bordeaux, Sr. on Dec 18, 2002

based on 4 ratings

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Using words heard basically at Christmas only. The words here are "brought forth"

The Words of Christmas – Bring Forth A Son… The Doorway to Eternity Matthew 1:21-23 December 22, 2002 1. The Sunday before Christmas and excitement is in the air 2. Christmas means many things to many people – time off – bonus money – travel to family - rest and relaxation – for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Christmas Presence"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 20, 2002

based on 26 ratings

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He has always been with us. A Christmas sermon

“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and shall bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel, which translated means, ‘God with us’.” Many years ago, I saw a Sunday morning newspaper comic strip that depicted a father and son, on a snowy day, looking in the front window of a department ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Orthodox

The Journey From Fear To Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 23, 2002

based on 68 ratings

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3rd in series of 4. God called Mary and Joseph to serve him… And Mary and Joseph began a journey of faith that began in a valley of fear.

God called Mary and Joseph to serve him… And Mary and Joseph began a journey of faith that began in a valley of fear. Their fears were not the normal fears of a young couple about to have their first child. No, they had fears that are beyond the scope of our comprehension. Mary was to give birth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Lights Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 27, 2002

based on 47 ratings

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The seven lights of Christmas all focus their beam of light onto the true meaning of Christmas. These beacons of light illuminate Jesus “The Light of the World”- The Messiah born to die so that we could live! Born to die to create and intimate relationshi

The Seven lights of Christmas! Thesis: The seven lights of Christmas all focus their beam of light onto the true meaning of Christmas. These beacons of light illuminate Jesus “The Light of the World”- The Messiah born to die so that we could live! Born to die to create and intimate relationship ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Takes A Wrong Turn...i Need A Miracle Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Nov 30, 2001

based on 83 ratings

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Things don’t always go as expected. Joseph found it out, and so have you. What do I do when life seemingly takes a wrong turn and I need a miracle?

For Horace Walpole life had taken a wrong turn somewhere along his journey. Life had become drab and dreary, just an existence. I won’t ask for a show of hands though I think some of you could relate to Horace’s situation. It is where you are right now. You made plans in life and somewhere ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Just Joseph

Contributed by Robert Travis on Dec 5, 2001

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Joseph conducted himself nobly in a very difficult situation.

JUST JOSEPH MATTHEW 1:18-25 18Now 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. 19Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

The Angel's Message To Joseph: Salvation Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001

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The angel gave Joseph a message that changed his plans. We will want to obey God too, when we realize Jesus saves us from our sins.

The Christmas Angels – Part 3 CCCH 12-19-99 INTRODUCTION Step with me, if you will, for a moment into the world of the Middle East around 3 B.C. It’s difficult to do, I know, but we have a good reference here. A. After learning about Mary’s pregnancy, Joseph was faced with a tough decision. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Delicate Situation

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Dec 7, 2001

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Faced with a decision such as the one Joseph faced, what would you decide to do? Could you believe Mary? Could you accept her situation? How about accepting God’s involvement in the event? What is your decision today?

This week at our house the Christmas decorations have been going up. It’s funny how even the hanging of the decorations have their traditions and rituals about them. Once every waterglobe is set out, once all the candles are lit, once every piece of evergreen garland is restretched from its long ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Methodist

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