Sermons on Matthew 2:7-18:

Mary Of Nazareth And Her Prophetic Journey With Jesus - Part 1- A Heart Of Devotion - Spiritual Warfare - The Wilderness - Clouds Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2023

Our walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, and spiritual warfare.

"And Mary said, "Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word." And the angel departed from her." (Luke 1:38 ESV) Our walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55, Luke 2:19, Matthew 2:16, Matthew 12:46-50, Matthew 22:38-40, Hosea 2:14, John 19:25, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary Of Nazareth And Her Prophetic Journey With Jesus - Part 2 - The Dark Night Of The Soul - The Work Of The Cross In Your Life - Resurrection - The Day Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2023

Our daily walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, and spiritual warfare.

"While he was still speaking to the people, behold, his mother and his brothers stood outside, asking to speak to him. But he replied to the man who told him, "Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?" And stretching out his hand toward his disciples, he said, "Here are my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55, Luke 2:19, Matthew 2:16, Matthew 12:46-50, Matthew 22:38-40, Hosea 2:14, John 19:25, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Wants Us To Worship Like The Wise Men Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 8, 2020

The Wise Men show us how to be wise in our worship. 1. Go the distance to seek God (vs. 1-2). 2. Follow the guidance of God (vs. 2-12). 3. Come to Jesus with an abundance for God (vs.10-11).

God Wants us to Worship Like the Wise Men The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 2:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - December 31, 2012 (Revised September 8, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 2, as we turn our focus to the Wise Men. We sing about three Wise Men who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God With Us Sermon Vi: Blessed Be The Wise Who Accept Christ As Savior And Lord Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 12, 2020

In times of trouble fomented by anti-Christian and anarchist rulers of darkness, mature Christians share the Hope of the world with others in the hope that they too will affirm Christ Jesus as personal Savior and Lord of life!

BLESSED BE THE WISE WHO AFFIRM JESUS AS THE CHRIST AND ACCEPT HIM AS THE SAVIOR Bright is the Light of Hope at the start of yet another Year of our Lord! This Year, worry if you must – but be brief. Constant worry solves few if any problems, but exacerbates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

God's Hope Will Get You Through The Hardest Times Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 22, 2020

God wants to give you: 1. The hope of His protection (vs. 13). 2. The hope of His purpose (vs. 13-14). 3. The hope of His prophecy (vs. 14-23). 4. The hope that overcomes our pain (vs. 16-18).

God's Hope Will Get You through the Hardest Times The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 2:13-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - December 26, 2012 (Revised September 22, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 2, as we take another look at the story of the Wise Men. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts Fit For The King

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 15, 2020

If you ever wanted to know what the first birthday party for Jesus was like, it included worship. If you call yourself celebrating Christmas and not worshipping Him, you are not celebrating Christmas.

Mat 2:1 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, Mat 2:2 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." The Greek term ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From Joseph (Father's Day 2022)

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 20, 2022

Through the life of Joseph, men today can learn several lessons about how to be a good father (and a good disciple). These lessons include living a life of faithfulness, willingness, and obedience.

Lessons from Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 and 2:13-23 Introduction – HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! - Through the life of Joseph, men today can learn several lessons about fatherhood -- I’ll be the first to admit that aside from God, no one has it all figured out -- Fatherhood can be an adventure – and yet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have A Wise Christmas

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 20, 2022

What made these men wise? They were seeking Jesus. Do you seek Jesus today?

From the Spiritual viewpoint “what made these wise men wise? We ask the question and seek to answer. In the answer we hope to see what will make us “wise men”. Wise men still seek Jesus, few seeking today. Matthew 7:13-14, 21-23, 24-26. Many are preparing for the Christmas day without any thought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Psalm 111:10, James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

How Will You Respond To Jesus? Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 17, 2022

Have you ever responded incorrectly to someone because you misunderstood his or her request? What if you knew the truths about Jesus Christ that would guide the way you respond to Him? Get ready to explore the responses of others to Jesus in the Bible!

How will you respond to Jesus? Matthew 2:1-18 (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) What do you think of when you hear the reading of Matthew 2? I thought of the Christmas nativity scene. But if you were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: *other

1st Sunday After Christmas, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 19, 2022

DECEMBER 28th, 2025.

Isaiah 63:7-9, Psalm 148:1-14, Hebrews 2:10-18, Matthew 2:13-23. A). IN ALL OUR AFFLICTIONS HE IS AFFLICTED. Isaiah 63:7-9. When we pray for the Lord’s people today, we should remember past mercies - mercies which are ‘new every morning’ (Lamentations 3:22-23). Similarly, as we look at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9, Psalm 148:1-14, Hebrews 2:10-18, Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgotten By God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this week – sold into slavery and falsely accused Today, we observe the second “big dip” in the life of Joseph, forgotten in prison.

The story acts like a mini-novel tucked away at the end of Genesis. With every turn of the page, you find yourself saying, “You’re not going to believe what happens next!” Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Do The Magi's Gifts Mean Today?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 2, 2021

The gifts that the magi presented to the baby Jesus have metaphorical meaning. What do they mean today?

The story about the three magi visiting the baby Yeshua is a problematic story. If such an event took place, why is it only found in Matthew's Gospel? The idea of three magi traveling from Persia to Judea is fascinating. The narrative says that they followed the Bethlehem star. Many people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Do You Know Where You Are Going And How To Get There?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 16, 2020

This sermon is based on the Wise Men and being open to God's guidance and leading. We need the leadership, the wisdom and guidance of God's Holy Spirit. This sermon focuses on how to make that a reality in our lives.

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12; Proverbs 3:5-6; John 16:13-15 Title: Do You Know Where You are Going To and How to Get There? Theme: God’s Guidance INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about the subject “Do you know where you are going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Proverbs 3:5-6, John 16:13-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Worship In A Pandemic Christmas - One In Christ's Love Series

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Dec 19, 2020

Can Christmas still be merry, even it is pandemic? This sermon intends to show His people that there are ways to worship God even in these trying times.

Intro: How many will feel merry on this Christmas 2020 while we sing “We wish you a merry Christmas? Or even sing “Have yourself a merry little Christmas”? It seems that the word “merry” is a very common word during Christmas. You see the word “merry” means being “cheerful and lively” and it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Journey Of Faith

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 20, 2020

They were wise men from the east, nothing else is said about their origin here. Contrary to popular Christmas tradition, the Bible does not use the terms three wise men or three kings to describe the travelers who went to see Jesus after his birth.

A Journey of Faith By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- Today as we are approaching and will be celebrating Christmas on this week I felt God taking me in a different direction. I am not going to deal with the traditional Christmas message. Tradition has a major effect on how we perceive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Hebrews 11:1, Psalm 119:130

Denomination: Apostolic