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Born Of The Virgin Mary Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 7,794 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

| 5,066 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

The Forgotten Family Tree Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 14, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 19,664 views

This morning we’re going to look at a list in Matthew 1 that contains over 40 names, some who were “darlings” and many others who were “disasters.”

The manager of a large office noticed a new employee and asked, “What’s your name?” The worker replied, “John.” The manager scowled and said, “Look, I don’t know where you worked before, but I don’t call anyone by their first name. It breeds familiarity and that leads to a breakdown in authority. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

And You Shall Call His Name Immanuel, Not!

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 20, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 8,040 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

| 4,184 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

What Will It Cost Me To Be Used By God?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 20, 2004

based on 19 ratings

| 2,296 views

This message looks at the cost to Mary of bearing Jesus (in terms of scandal and reputation) and then asks what the cost might be for us to obey God.

- just read vv. 1-2 to open sermon. - only 4 women (besides Mary) are mentioned in this genealogy and they aren’t the big names of the O.T. WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INCLUSION OF THESE WOMEN? - Three of the four of them were associated with sexual sin. - v. 3 - Tamar (dressed as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Have A Merry Christmas! Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Dec 22, 2004

based on 16 ratings

| 8,848 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

0101 Christmas I: God's Problem Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 17, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 2,853 views

How Joesphï¿½s problem with Mary is illustrative w/Godï¿½s problem with mankind.

Sermon: Godï¿½s Problem Text: Matt 1:18-25 Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, December 26, 2004 Occasion: Christmas I Who: Mark Woolsey I . Intro "Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privately." (Mat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What Would The Angels Say? Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 4, 2004

based on 56 ratings

| 21,470 views

Sermon 2 of 4: What would the angels say about the way we celebrate Christmas today?

Matthew 1:20-21; Luke 1:28-35; Luke 2:9-14 What Would the Angels Say? Introduction In this Christmas series, we have considered what Santa might say if He were in our services today, and last week we looked at what Satan might say if he were present. Today I want us to think about another group ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Would Satan Say? Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 4, 2004

based on 21 ratings

| 4,928 views

Sermon 3 of 4: What would Satan say about the way we celebrate Christmas today?

Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 2:12-14 What Would Satan Say? Introduction We began our Christmas series last week with somewhat of a humorous, yet serious look at what Santa, or Saint Nick might say if he were among us today. Remember that we said that the modern day Santa Claus has its origins in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did He Come?

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Dec 24, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 3,449 views

A simple sermon on Why Jesus came, preached the day after Christmas 2004.

Why Did He Come? Matthew 1:18-25 Intro. Why did Jesus come? -Just to be a good man? -Just to be a good teacher? -Just to set us an example? I. He came because there was a great need. -The need was someone to save us from our sin. -Matthew 1:21 1 John 3:5 And ye know that he was manifested ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Immanuel God Is With Us

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 28, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 6,646 views

This sermon looks at the promises held in the name Immanuel. God is with us.

Immanuel ¡V God With Us! Matthew 1:18-25 Well, Christmas is over. For some of you that¡¦s a happy thing ¡V your house will start getting back in order ¡V life will begin to slow down into winter mode, the stress of family, food, and parties is over. For others it¡¦s a sad time ¡V the magic is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: *other

Joseph

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 1, 2005

based on 27 ratings

| 11,468 views

Out of all the characters in the Christmas saga, Joseph is the one most overlooked and forgotten. Someone has pointed out that there is no place in God’s Word where any of Joseph’s words is recorded. But we can learn a great deal from Joseph and his godly

JOSEPH MATTHEW 1:18-25 Introduction: Out of all the characters in the Christmas saga, Joseph is the one most overlooked and forgotten. Someone has pointed out that there is no place in God’s Word where any of Joseph’s words is recorded. But we can learn a great deal from Joseph and his godly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This Jesus?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 9, 2005

based on 34 ratings

| 4,275 views

Jesus Christ is: 1. God 2. One of us 3. Lord of all

A recent Newsweek poll found that “84 percent of American adults consider themselves Christians, and 82 percent see Jesus as God or the son of God. Seventy-nine percent say they believe in the virgin birth, and 67 percent think the Christmas story — from the angels’ appearance to the Star of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Benefits Of Presence Not Presents

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jan 14, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 6,574 views

I talk about the benefits of Jesus presence in our lives during the Christmas season. Everyone loves to get presents during the holidays, but we should all love the abiding presence that Christ provides, I show why and how this can be accomplished.

Title: The Benefits Of Presence Not Presents Text: Matt 1:18-23 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: An American Express survey about Christmas gifts found that the fruitcake was chosen most often (31%) from a list of "worst" holiday gifts. It even finished ahead of "no gift at all." When asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

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