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The Scrooge In All Of Us

Contributed by Jeffery Russell on Dec 17, 2007

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I have adapted a recent J. John’s sermon, using Scripture to compare Herod and our own sinful tendencies with the Dickens’ character Ebenezer Scrooge.

The Scrooge in All of Us Matthew 2:13-18 Christmas is one of those times that almost demands that we be creative with the familiar- the story of Bethlehem, and the baby Jesus in a manger. The angels we have heard on high. You might feel that you are familiar with the story that you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

"The Christ Candle"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 17, 2007

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Christmas sermon on the kind of gifts we receive.

“The Christ Candle” December 23, 2007 “After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." When King Herod ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Why Did Jerusalem Tremble? Series

Contributed by Bradley Berglund on Dec 18, 2007

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Herod was agitated by Messiah. Why did Jerusalem tremble also? Was not Messiah the answer to their problems? This message explores the inner fears that keep someone from receiving liberty in Jesus Christ.

Why Was Jerusalem Troubled? Matt 2:1-8 Last week – Herod had no room for another King No one would rule his life No one would rob him of the souls he claimed – (Note the King of Sodom – Gen 14:21 – “Give me the persons” = Give me the souls) Herod was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Horoscope Of Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 2, 2007

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What must Mary have thought when she first opened the door and found a group of Iranian astrologers, there to celebrate the birth of her son?.

The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Wisdom Of The Wise Men

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Nov 4, 2007

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From our earliest memories of the Christmas story, we have heard of the “Magi” (Wise Men) who came to visit the Christ child, but what do we really know about them? Where did they come from? Why were they interested in a king born in Palestine? Who wer

From our earliest memories of the Christmas story, we have heard of the “Magi” (Wise Men) who came to visit the Christ child, but what do we really know about them? Where did they come from? Why were they interested in a king born in Palestine? Who were they? There is a great deal of myth & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Murder Of The Innocents! (Matthew 2:13-23)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 8, 2007

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The streets of Bethlehem awash with blood! What happened to gentle Jesus, meek and mild? ...

O little Town of Bethlehem! How still we see thee lie! No! Not today! Did you listen to today’s Gospel reading – there is blood running in the streets of Bethlehem, and mothers weeping for their dead children! Yesterday, ’the little Lord Jesus no crying he makes’, but today there is crying a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Visit Of The Magi (Matthew 2:1-12)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 9, 2007

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These guys are the wrong people, from the wrong religion! What are they doing in the Christmas story? ...

The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Christmas: What Is Your Response? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 10, 2007

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When we look at the Christmas story in the Bible we find several different ways people responded that first Christmas.

When we look at the Christmas story in the Bible, we find several different ways people responded that first Christmas. Today we find people respond to Christmas in various ways much like on that first Christmas. Some People are Preoccupied. Everyone, then, went to register himself, each to his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:3, Matthew 2:3, Luke 1:65-66, Luke 2:30, Luke 1:77-79 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Hope Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 26, 2006

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Hope as it is used in the Word of God has a much different meaning than the word hope used in this world.

Title: Christmas Hope Theme: The Hope of the Wise Men Series: The Cast of Christmas Listen as I read Matthew 2:1-11, “After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, ‘Where is the one who has been born king of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are The Magi Called Wise?

Contributed by Don Jones on Dec 27, 2006

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The message explains the reasons why the magi are called wise men.

Why Are the Magi Called Wise? Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor Don Jones One thing has always bothered me about the story of the magi. They are called wise men. What bothers me is the word wise. These men were adept in the magical arts, they were at best governors or kings from a pagan nation and on top ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Wise Christmas Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 28, 2006

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Lessons we can learn from men known for their wisdom.

I want you to think about something this morning. If you had to describe yourself in one word this morning, what would that one word be? If other people had to describe you using one word, what would that one word be? Think about Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Does Happy or Grumpy describe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Adventure

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 29, 2006

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In the great adventure, God does not promise us that there will not be problems along the way, but He does promise to be with every step.

The Great Adventure Text: Matt. 2:13-23 Introduction 1. Illustration: The following ad once appeared in a London newspaper: "Men wanted for hazardous journey. Small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant danger, safe return doubtful." The ad was signed by Sir Ernest ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

A Wise Choice

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Dec 30, 2006

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A sermon for Epiphany-Year C.

“A Wise Choice” Sermon on Matthew 2:1-12 Epiphany-C December 31, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Celebrating Christmas Series

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Dec 30, 2006

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This sermon tells us that irrespective of our situations and circumstances, the Lord has a message for us at Christmas.

Topic: Celebrating Christmas Text: Math. 2: 11, Lk. 2: 8-20. By: Pastor Dr. ‘Sola Oni, Houston South Foursquare Church, Houston, TX 77072 Introduction: Christmas means different things to different people. To some it means a time of giving and receiving, to others, it is a time of decorating, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Generational Challenges Equal Futuristic Blessings”

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 1, 2007

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The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to look forward to affirming to others that Jesus, like His ancestors, also descended into Egypt.

“Generational Challenges Equal Futuristic Blessings” Matthew 2:13-23 (KJV) Deuteronomy 11:26-28 (KJV) 31 December 2006 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Presidio of Monterey (ORD Military Chapel) Monterey California, 93940 BIG IDEA: BELIEVERS need to empathize with Jesus’ life journey. For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

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