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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    What Do I Do When God’s Leading Doesn’t Add Up? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 20, 2013
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     | 4,823 views

    A look at the fact that the Magi did not come to Bethlehem but to Nazareth. The sermon uses that truth to talk about following God's direction instead of the man's leading.

    STAR OF BETHLEHEM MYTH: The star led the Magi to Bethlehem. - We’ve all seen this in a hundred Christmas plays. - Unfortunately, it doesn’t happen to be the way that the Bible actually says the story happened. - This morning I want to talk about the way the Bible says the story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    O’ Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 8,036 views

    This is the third message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    On December 24, 1865 at the age of thirty Phillips Brooks’ life would be changed forever by a Christmas Eve service that lasted nearly five hours. The service took place at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. Brooks wrote, “I remember standing in the old church in Bethlehem close ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Am I Receiving So Much Flack For Trying To Follow God? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 10, 2013
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     | 3,533 views

    A look at the negative reaction the Magi received when they arrived in Jerusalem. Often in our lives our attempts to follow God are not met with positive responses from those around us.

    THE RESPONSE THE MAGI RECEIVED IN JERUSALEM: Their question didn’t bring joy, but instead brought surprise, anger, embarrassment, and fear. - Matthew 2:1-7. a. Surprise. - Matthew 2:3. - The people are surprised by this news. We know this because of the response. No one has any idea ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Year Round Christmas

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 15, 2013
     | 5,001 views

    Christmas is over, now we begin a new year, but let's not forget the Christmas joy and spirit through the new year.

    Year Round Christmas Matthew 2:1-12 January 6, 2013 It was a few days after Christmas. A family was busy cleaning up the Christmas mess and putting everything away. As they took down the Christmas tree, the son asked “what are you doing?” The parents said, “We’re putting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Cain avatar

    According To Herod Series

    Contributed by David Cain on May 4, 2013
     | 7,013 views

    The slaughter of the innocents was a dreadful historic moment but how did Herod see it?

    According to Herod Lord, direct me in my speaking that those who hear may learn more of your love for us and your expectations of us. Amen. It’s not easy being a King; let me tell you! After more than 30 years of constant challenge to my authority as the King of the Jews, let alone what it ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    God Warns In A Dream

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013
     | 3,552 views

    To show that GOD's Word is the final verdict in every decision we have.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you warned by GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD's Word is the final verdict in every decision we have. IV. TEXT: Matthew 2:12-13 (Amplified Bible) And receiving an answer to their asking, they were divinely instructed and warned in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    El Poder De Un Proposito Series

    Contributed by Pastor: Jose Luis Dejoy on Jun 25, 2013
     | 4,393 views

    Lo que determina el éxito de una persona no son las cosas que tiene, sino que propósito tiene con esas cosas.

    Lo que determina el éxito de una persona no son las cosas que tiene, sino que propósito tiene con esas cosas. Hay personas que tienen muchas cosas tantas que no saben qué hacer con ellas, hay otras que tienen pocas cosas pero si saben para que son y qué hacer con ellas. El propósito es el por qué ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    When Christmas Disappoints

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 8, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,895 views

    Jesus is the Prince of Peace, Why am I so depressed?

    When Christmas Disappoints Us Introduction: Someone pondered what the first Christmas might have been like if wise women had come from the east instead of wise men. They would have asked for directions, made it to Bethlehem on time, helped with the delivery, cleaned up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Two Kings Clash

    Contributed by Noah Martinez on May 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,177 views

    A Christmas Sermon. Herod was invaded by another King and was conquered. This sermon is an in depth look at the wicked king vs. the King of Kings.

    Two Kings Clash Matthew 2:1-16 Has anyone ever heard Charles Dickens’ Christmas Carole? The story of scrooge and his transformation. At one point Scrooge cared less for the holidays. Humbug was his attitude. Today we will discuss a man who hated Christmas more than scrooge, the grinch, or anyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    I Matter

    Contributed by Tim Shepard on Jun 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,102 views

    This sermon is an idea of the meaning of Christmas many of us overlook. It works well if you have a projection system and someone knowledgable in Powerpoint.

    I MATTER Merry Christmas! Wow! What an awesome time of the year this is. Let me ask you a question this evening. What does Christmas mean to you? Wait. Before you just shout it out for me, just think about what it means to you personally. Now I know that some of you are thinking about ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Andy Payne avatar

    The Ultimate Gift

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Apr 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,079 views

    In this story, the Magi come with gifts. I wonder why they came giving gifts? Have you thought about why we give gifts to each other? Receiving the Gift, Opening the Gift, Sharing the Gift

    The Ultimate Gift You know I have often wondered what a visitor, say from outer space, would say about Christmas. Perhaps if they saw all of our decorations; like Christmas trees decorated with lights and ornaments, and Christmas cards, and Christmas dinner with family and gifts under the tree ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    King Jesus

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 28, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,218 views

    KING JESUS THE FIRST BOOK IN THE NEW TESTAMENT, MATTHEW, SPEAKS TO THE FACT THAT JESUS CHRIST WAS THE PROMISED, MESSIANIC KING PROPHESIED IN THE OLD TESTAMENT WRITINGS. MANY BIBLICAL SCHOLARS RECOGNIZE THE KEY WORD IN MATTHEW IS “KING”. MANY BIB

    KING JESUS THE FIRST BOOK IN THE NEW TESTAMENT, MATTHEW, SPEAKS TO THE FACT THAT JESUS CHRIST WAS THE PROMISED, MESSIANIC KING PROPHESIED IN THE OLD TESTAMENT WRITINGS. MANY BIBLICAL SCHOLARS RECOGNIZE THE KEY WORD IN MATTHEW IS “KING”. MANY BIBLICAL SCHOLARS ALSO RECOGNIZE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The King That Missed Christmas

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 1, 2012
     | 2,477 views

    Don’t be so preoccupied with Christmas that you miss Christ.

    The King That Missed Christmas December 2, 2007 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Don’t be so preoccupied with Christmas that you miss Christ. Focus Passage: Matthew 2 Introduction : Herod the Great! Herodium was tall enough to be seen from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    The Significance Of The Gifts Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 10, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,069 views

    The Old and New Testament Scriptures hold truths about the birth of Jesus Christ. The truths regarding the gifts offered by the Magi are worthy of consideration if we desire to give Christ the honor He deserves.

    The Significance of the Gifts Ingredients For Christmas Worship Matthew 2:8-11 says, "He sent them to Bethlehem and said, 'Go and make a careful search for the child. As soon as you find Him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship Him.' After they had heard the king, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    People Who Missed Christmas

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 10, 2017
     | 8,568 views

    Most people today miss the real meaning of Christmas, because the holiday has been hijacked by the secular culture. That's nothing new. Most people in the 1st century missed the 1st Christmas. 3 examples of them.

    PEOPLE WHO MISSED CHRISTMAS Luke 2:4-7; Mt. 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. As we were putting out cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve, I accidentally dropped one. "No problem," I said, picking it up and dusting it off before placing it back on the plate. "You can’t do that," argued my ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God