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  • Jeremy James avatar

    A Season Of Seeking

    Contributed by Jeremy James on Dec 12, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,132 views

    We do not seek Jesus on our own, instead we seek Him because He seeks us.

    Wise Men & Shepherds We know the story of the three magi or wise men well. We have heard it time and again, about how they saw the star in the East that told them that the King of the Jews had been born. The traveled far to find this king and they wished to honor Him. What is interesting is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    How The Grinch Stole Christmas - Christmas At The Movies Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 78 ratings
     | 27,519 views

    Why did Herod want to kill the Christ child? His motivation has much in common with those today who want to kill Christmas.

    OPEN: (I sat on a stool on stage, reading the following from “How The Grinch Stole Christmas.” I taped my sermon into the pages of the book and used the book as both prop and way to hide my sermon notes). Every Who down in Who-ville liked a Christmas a lot… But the Grinch, who lived just north of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Just A Little Jealousy

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 15, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,016 views

    This sermon deals with the explosive power of jealousy in a Christmas context.

    Just A Little Jealousy GNLCC 12/5/04 1 Samuel 18:1-9 Matthew 2:1-18 Today we begin to observe the season of Advent. Advent means the coming of Christ to the world. It can refer to the first time Jesus came which is Christmas, or the second time he will come which will be the second ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Philip Reed avatar

    3 Reactions To Christmas

    Contributed by Philip Reed on Dec 15, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,882 views

    Here is an expository outline of the very familiar Christmas reading

    We are all a product of our experiences and seldom have I ever heard or read a sermon that part of it did not effect me in some way. So, credit goes to all I have encountered, especially the Lord. Three Reactions to Christ and Christmas Matt. 2:1-12 Every person will have one of these three ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    What Are You Looking For In The Newborn King?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 17, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,641 views

    From the first declaration of a coming deliverer to Adam and Eve in Genesis 3:15 the hearts of men looked longingly for the Promised One. Each looked for something different in the Messiah. When Christ was born in Bethlehem Israel did not receive what the

    WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR IN THE NEWBORN KING? MATTHEW 2:1-2, 11 INTRODUCTION: With the proclamation of the wise men, “Where is he that is born the king of the Jews?”, all the prophecies of the coming Messiah were brought to mind in the nation of Israel. From the first declaration of a coming ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Moss avatar

    Three Gifts We Desperately Need Christ To Bring Us This Christmas

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Dec 18, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,487 views

    Are we going to get what we want, or what we need for Christmas this year?

    "Three Gifts We Desperately Need Christ To Bring Us This Christmas" By: Danny Moss Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction- You and I are familiar with the Christmas story of the Wise men. They travelled far, and brought Christ three gifts: gold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Purpose Of The Star

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,821 views

    Brief message for candlelight service.

    The Purpose of the Star Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11 Introduction After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Christmas: "Wise Men From The East..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 21, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 1,676 views

    There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down and lifting someone else up. The Wise men who came to see the Christ child helps us see this lesson at it’s best!

    Introduction I asked a group of fifth graders "Who are some of the wisest men you know..." their answers are classic! "My Papa...my next door neighbor Mr. Lee..." but the best of all, "the man who makes the machines work when they break at Chucky Cheeses..." Long before this list, there were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Teach The Children The True Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Dec 23, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 47,032 views

    Don’t neglect your children’s spiritual well-being - give them the gift of knowing what they are really celebrating – Jesus’ birthday.

    TEACH THE CHILDREN THE TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS The arrival of the Christmas season brings with it thoughts of decorative outdoor lights that turn yards into a beautiful kaleidoscope of colors. During this time of year we also think of evergreen trees with their enchanting scent of pine ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Miracle Of Marriage

    Contributed by John Baggett on Feb 3, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 16,797 views

    This is a wedding sermon that is brief but bold enough to encourage a couple to make Christ the miracle of their marriage.

    This wedding service can be adapted to aid anyone in the preparation of a good solid message of encouragement for husband and wife. I have changed the places where I normally use the couples names to read.. husband and wife. Friends and Family we rejoice today for the occasion for which we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Remarkable Child - Remarkable Contrasts

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,016 views

    As the kingdom of Christ began to dawn, in telling of the account of the Magi, Matthew portrays several remarkable contrasting responses to the Christ. Over 2000 years later these contrasting responses remain contemporary.

    Remarkable Child – Remarkable Contrasts Matthew 2:1-12 As the kingdom of Christ began to dawn, in telling of the account of the Magi, Matthew portrays several remarkable contrasting responses to the Christ. Over 2000 years later these contrasting responses remain contemporary. 1. Caustic search – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    #1 – What We Can Learn From The Magi Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,545 views

    A lesson about who and how God leads.

    Lessons of the Christmas Story #1 – What We Can Learn from the Magi Matthew 2:1-12 December 10, 2006 (Idea for this message from AboutSunday.com) Introduction Before I get into the message, I just wanted to explain the bulletin insert. Obviously it’s not the usual note-taking guide I’ve given ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Simon Fullylove avatar

    The Most Dangerous Baby

    Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,491 views

    Christmas Season - focussing on the revolutionary nature of the birth of Jesus

    Introduction The sight of a sleeping baby causes most people to think “ahh” they look so peaceful, until they wake and start yelling! The Christmas story can be like that - it seems so comfortable, so safe, so cute, after all who can resist a little baby. Well we know some people could – Herod for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jimmy Dillon avatar

    Wisemen: Seekers Of The Truth

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,230 views

    Christmas Message

    “WISEMEN: SEEKERS OF THE TRUTH” (Matt 2:1-12) - Matt 2:1-12 - Pray - Our text today tells us about some wise men. They are called magi. These were men of science, students of astronomy, students of the body of knowledge of their day. They were seekers of the truth and they had come upon some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andy Payne avatar

    The Ultimate Gift

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Apr 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,029 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