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  • The Holy Innocents

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jan 10, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 25,469 views

    This jarring episode is just as much a part of the Christmas season as the manger scene. Though grim, the fate of the Innocents shows us how and why we share the hope they had in Christ’s second advent

    Psalm 124, Jeremiah 3:15-17, Revelation 21:1-7, Matthew 2:13-18 The Holy Innocents The Gospel lesson that is read today is actually from the lectionary for the Feast of the Holy Innocents, which in the liturgical calendar is celebrated on December 28 – four days ago. The Book of Common Prayer ...read more

  • Is The Grinch Going To Steal My Christmas? Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 19, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,481 views

    The story of Herod and the Wise Men: Herod completely missed Christmas. The Wise Men found a king. Who will we be more like?

    Is the Grinch going to steal my Christmas? “A Reel Look at Christmas” Matthew 2:1-11 Intro: Video…“Heart two sizes too small” What does it feel like when my heart is too small? • My life is a mess. • I am not happy. • I am isolated. • I don’t really enjoy it when others are happy. Herod is ...read more

  • When The Going Gets Tough

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,962 views

    What do we do in times of trouble

    "When the Going Gets Tough" Matthew 2 4/13/97 Intro: Did you hear about the little boy who came back to school the day after report cards were passed out and told his teacher, "I don’t want to get you worried, but dad said if my grades didn’t improve, someone was going to be in BIG trouble!" Or ...read more

  • Wise Men Seeking A King Series

    Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,935 views

    Like of Wise Men looking for the young child Jesus, people today need the wisdom to seek the King.

    1. Matthew 2:1-12 (NKJV) Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." 3 When Herod the ...read more

  • Living And Dying

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,210 views

    Communion Meditation for December 4, 2005

    TS Eliot wrote one of my favorite Christmas poems many years ago entitled, ‘Journey of the Magi.’ Written from the perspective of one of the Magi, it contains a very reflective perspective on the travels to find the Christ child and the results of that meeting. A cold coming we had of it. Just ...read more

  • Christmas Bread

    Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005
    based on 161 ratings
     | 40,485 views

    The relevance of Bethlehem, with thoughts gleaned from other sources. Good for a Christmas communion service.

    Matthew 2:1-12 – Christmas Bread A Jewish lady named Mrs. Rosenberg who many years ago was stranded late one night at a fashionable resort - one that did not admit Jews. The desk clerk looked down at his book and said, "Sorry, no room. The hotel is full." The Jewish lady said, "But your ...read more

  • The Slaughter Of The Innocent Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,164 views

    the holy innocents slaughter.

    THE SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENT MATTHEW 2.13-18 I hope you had a nice Christmas together. What were the familiar sounds of Christmas? Presents being opened, children’s excited voices, food being eaten, bells, carols and probably snoring. There are smells and there are sounds which remind us each ...read more

  • Come And Behold Him

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,528 views

    Take a clear look at some symbols of Christmas to discover the nature of God and His desires for us.

    This morning I want to invite you to join me in reflecting upon the timeless invitation that lies beneath all the activity of this season;…the invitation to COME AND BEHOLD HIM. As one of the great Christmas anthems declares so beautifully… “O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant O come ye, ...read more

  • Releasing Your Child Series

    Contributed by James Harless on May 31, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 4,092 views

    This sermon describes what to include in your child’s ’suitcase’ when sending them into adulthood

    RELEASING YOUR CHILD Let me read to you some phrases that a parent says during the child rearing years. See if you have either heard these or maybe even said them … • Oh, let me hold her! • How’s my little angel? • Hush, baby girl. • Aren’t you sleepy yet? • It’s okay. Don’t cry • No, no. ...read more

  • Wise Men Consultants: Directions For A New Year

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jun 2, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 8,952 views

    In their searching and finding of Jesus, the Wise men provide 3 clear directions for staying connected to Jesus in a New Year.

    Wise Men Consultants: Directions for a New Year Matthew 2:1-12 (New International Version) 1After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his ...read more

  • Wise Worship

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 29, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,600 views

    A message on the Wise Men worshipping the Christ Child.

    WISE WORSHIP Matthew 2:1-12 INTRO: Recently a great deal of talk has centered around the subject of worship. Though the Greek word translated worship is used nearly sixty times in the New Testament, no prescribed order of service states how many hymns should be sung or what kind of sermon should ...read more

  • Christmas Spirit

    Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 14,962 views

    This sermon is in a Christmas series

    The Christmas Spirit This morning I want to ask you two questions; First What is the Christmas Spirit? And second do you have it? As together we explore this question, listen to this story entitled the “Christmas Spirit. “Pardon me, Sir, I’m a stranger in town. I thought you might be able to ...read more

  • What Gift Will You Bring?

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,573 views

    The Wise Men presented their gifts from worshipping hearts, with generous spirits, and thoughtful minds. What gift will you bring?

    What Gift will You Bring? Matthew 2:11 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshipped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold and of incense and of myrrh. THE GIFTS THE WISE MEN OFFERED Lessons from the Wise ...read more

  • Christmas Worship

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,900 views

    Simple observations about worship from the wise men. What does true worship require?

    Christmas Worship Several years ago, I heard the story of Larry Walters, a 33-year-old man who decided he wanted to see his neighborhood from a new perspective. He went down to the local army surplus store one morning and bought forty-five used weather balloons. That afternoon he strapped ...read more

  • Wise Gifts For A Great King

    Contributed by Adrian Pratt on Nov 17, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,310 views

    Reflections on the gifts the Wise Men brought to to Jesus after His birth.

    “WISE GIFTS FOR A GREAT KING” Readings: Matthew 2:1-12 and Ephesians 4:25-5:2 Preached at Fayetteville Presbyterian Church – January 5th 1997 A favorite seasonal hymn for many folk is "We three Kings". Did you ever stop to think about how the gifts the Wise men bought to Jesus were related to the ...read more