Sermons on Matthew 1:13-23:

What Did Joseph Know Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 22, 2025

Call His name Jesus ... this fulfills the prediction of Isaiah.

A. WHAT DID JOSEPH KNOW? MATTHEW 1:18-19 “These are the circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus. His mother Mary was legally engaged to Joseph before they came together. But Joseph found out she was pregnant. Being a good man, he decided to break the engagement privately, not publicly” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-19, Matthew 1:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Branch Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 6, 2025

When all hope seems lost, call out to God and count on the promise of His restoration, the promise of His righteous Branch. and the promise of his resolute Word.

In the movie Gravity, veteran astronaut Matt Kowalski and rookie specialist Dr. Ryan Stone are working together in space to repair the Hubble Telescope. Out of the blue, Houston control aborts the mission, because a Russian missile hit a satellite, causing a chain reaction, and now there is a storm ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:1-26, 1 Peter 5:10, Matthew 1:20-21, Jeremiah 23:5-6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Luke 1:26-33, Hebrews 7:25, Zechariah 12:10-11, Romans 11:26, Romans 11:17-18, Ephesians 2:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Our Saviour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 7, 2025

Jesus is the Saviour of the world who came to redeem mankind from sin and eternal destruction.

JESUS OUR SAVIOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 1:21 Key Verse: “And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.” — Matthew 1:21 Supporting Texts: John 3:16-17; Acts 4:12; Titus 2:11-14; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Angels Announce Christ's Birth Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2025

The Son was conceived by the Holy Spirit.

A. AN ANGEL ANNOUNCES TO JOSEPH 1. Joseph was not involved physically, but his emotions, reputation and outward life were severely influenced by Mary’s pregnancy. 2. A pregnancy cannot be long hidden. Who found out? “She was found with child” (Matt. 1:18). 3. Matt. 1:18-25, ELT). “When Mary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Dancing With God - Step By Step Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 15, 2025

Go with us as we travel with Joseph as he learns how to follow God’s Will one step at a time.

Theme: Discovering God’s Will – Advent Style – Joseph Title: Dancing with God – Step by Step Go with us as we travel with Joseph as he learns how to follow God’s Will one step at a time. Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6; Matthew INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus The Emmanuel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 16, 2025

Jesus, as Emmanuel, demonstrates God’s personal presence with His people, bringing comfort, guidance, and victory in every circumstance.

JESUS THE EMMANUEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 1:23 Key Verse: “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” – Matthew 1:23 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 7:14; John 1:14; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Trust Fully — "The Lord Is My Salvation!” - Isaiah 12:2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 29, 2025

Isaiah 12:2 is not a gentle whisper; it is a shout of triumph from the lips of a redeemed people standing on the far side of God’s salvation.

Go! And Trust Fully — “The Lord is my Salvation!” - Isaiah 12:2 By Dean Courtier INTRODUCTION — A DECLARATION THE WORLD NEEDS TO HEAR Church, today we step into a verse that explodes with hope, courage, and Gospel truth. Isaiah 12:2 is not a gentle whisper; it is a shout of triumph from the lips ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2, Matthew 1:21, Psalm 56:3-4, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:57  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2025

A sermon for the 1st Sunday of Advent.

Matthew 1:18-25 Peace Have you ever gone through an incredibly disturbing time in life? Have you ever been hit so hard by some bump in life’s road that you felt knocked down, and perhaps nearly knocked out? Ever hit rock bottom? I would imagine most of us who have been alive for a certain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

2 More Than Perfect Plans Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 5, 2025

What do you do when life doesn’t go to plan? In this week’s Christmas message, we look at Joseph’s story in Matthew 1:18–25 and reminds us that even when our plans fall apart, God’s purpose still stands.

1. Introduction – When Plans Go Wrong Have you ever had one of those perfect plans — only for it to completely fall apart? Maybe a family dinner that turned into chaos, or a Christmas trip that went sideways. I found a saying the other day, and it’s, “If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Hope At Christmas Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 6, 2025

This sermon proclaims that the heart of Christmas is God’s promised hope fulfilled in Jesus—the Light who breaks our darkness, conquers sin, and invites us to live in the peace and confidence of His eternal reign.

The Heart of Christmas: Hope Isaiah 9:2-7; Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 15:4 Christmas is almost here! It truly is a special time of year. Before we open God’s Word together, I’d like to invite you on a short journey into the past—to remember what Christmas has meant to you through the years. Many of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 8, 2025

An advent series focused on how God crashes our stories and life changes.

God Crashes our Story November 30, 2025 Matthew 1:18-25 Have you ever had your plans blown up? You were planning on a great vacation, but then an illness or injury happened. And everything changed. Maybe you weren’t planning on attending a family function, you know, too much drama, but you did, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Trust The God Who Is With Us – The Miracle Of Immanuel - Isaiah 7:14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 10, 2025

There are moments in life when fear speaks louder than faith.

Go! And Trust the God Who Is With Us – The Miracle of Immanuel - Isaiah 7:14 Introduction — When Darkness Demands a Saviour There are moments in life when fear speaks louder than faith. Israel faced such a moment. Armies marched toward Jerusalem. Panic filled the palace. King Ahaz shook like a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:22-23, John 1:14, Luke 19:10, Isaiah 53:5, Philippians 2:6-8, Matthew 28:20, John 14:16-17, Acts 3:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Shocking Family Background Of Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 10, 2025

The Genealogy of Jesus Christ establishes His identity as Messiah and shows God's prophecies being fulfilled. By them we see God's faithfulness, how God included people who were stigmatized, and how Jesus' life is grounded in historical reality.

THE SHOCKING FAMILY BACKGROUND OF JESUS Matt. 1:1-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Why are Christmas trees bad at sewing? They always drop their needles! 2. What did the gingerbread man put on his bed? Cookie sheets. 3. How did the Jedi know what he was getting for Christmas? He could sense ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Our Saviour: The One Who Came To Rescue Us Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025

Jesus did not come to this world to give us advice. He came to save us. He did not come to boost our self-esteem. He came to redeem our souls. He did not come to help us cope with life. He came to give us new life.

JESUS OUR SAVIOUR: THE ONE WHO CAME TO RESCUE US ------------------------------- SERIES INTRODUCTION “DISCIPLESHIP (FOLLOWING JESUS)” As we begin this new year together, we step into a journey that is both ancient and urgently needed—the journey of discipleship. Not a programme, not a course, not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21, Luke 19:10, John 1:43, Romans 5:6, Titus 3:4-5, John 10:10, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Emmanuel, Dios Con Nosotros

Contributed by Raquel Martinez on Dec 11, 2025

Dios envio a su hijo, para demostrar que El esta con nosotros, entre nosotros y a favor de nosotros

Mateo 1:18-23 “El nacimiento de Jesucristo fue así: Estando desposada María su madre con José, antes que se juntasen, se halló que había concebido del Espíritu Santo. José su marido, como era justo, y no quería infamarla, quiso dejarla secretamente. Y ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God