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  • Robert Walderman avatar

    4 Christmas Questions-#4 Series

    Contributed by Robert Walderman on Dec 23, 2014
     | 3,143 views

    We've heard the military expression, "Search and destroy." Well, the answer to our last question, "WHY?" "Why was it necessary for Jesus to come?" is, "To save and destroy."

    Jesus is the reason for the season- 4 Christmas questions: #4, “WHY?” In the military you have heard the expression, “A Search and destroy mission.” Well, the reason why Christ came was to, “Save and destroy.” We have come to our final question in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift 0f Christmas

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 14, 2008
     | 2,713 views

    There is a gift that we can share this Christmas that is greater than any other gift anyone could give, and that GIFT is the true gift of Christmas.

    Ephesians 2:6-9 The Gift of Christmas #1 Well as we all know Christmas time is here on us again, and for many folks, mostly the ladies it hassles time as they are busily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Gift Worth Giving

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Dec 7, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 5,904 views

    This sermon encourages us to re-think what Christmas should really be.

    A Gift Worth Giving Matthew 2:1-11 December 2, 2001 Intro: A. [A Giving Opportunity] A mother was sick and tired of hearing her children always telling her what they wanted to get from Santa. On one such occasion she reminded them of the real meaning of Christmas—Christmas is a time of giving and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Eternal Christ

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 7,409 views

    How does the fact of the pre-existence of Christ affect us personally? 1. It means that Jesus is God and has the power to help. 2. It means God cares for us. 3. It means there is a plan.

    What you see on the screen is a picture from a movie. It is a single still shot. You probably don’t know what movie it is from or what the movie is about. All you have is one moment in time from the movie which spans more than two hours. It is impossible to tell what this movie is about from ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Whole Surprising Story Of Christmas

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 12, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,714 views

    The real story of Christmas includes CPR.

    The Whole Surprising Story of Christmas. How well do we really know the whole story of Christmas? Let’s start with this quiz… answer t or f. 1. There are no records of Joseph speaking in the Gospels. T. 2. Mary rode a donkey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. F. It very likely she walked, no mention ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Prepare The Way

    Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,005 views

    What does it mean to ’prepare’ for Christmas, and are we preparing our hearts and lives?

    Prepare The Way Mark 1:1-11 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, "Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, who shall prepare thy way; the voice of one crying in the wilderness: Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Why We Need Christmas

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
     | 9,047 views

    The Grinch wanted to steal Christmas. The Grinch of the Bible wants to steal even more!

    INTRODUCTION "The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, please don’t ask why. No one quite knows the reason." One of the more popular movies right now is “The Grinch,” based on the Dr. Suess story, “How the Grinch stole Christmas.” The Grinch, whose heart is two sizes two ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Short Christmas Message - Christmas Travesty – Pseudo Christmas Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 3, 2022
     | 6,853 views

    There are two versions of Christmas - one the world accepts, and the one Christians accept. One is false and one is correct. This shorter message considers "Pseudo-Christmas", the false Christmas. It is a message of contrasts.

    A SHORT CHRISTMAS MESSAGE - CHRISTMAS TRAVESTY – PSEUDO CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS IN SOCIETY Well Christmas time is almost upon us again. Some people ignore this time and see it nothing but another holiday. Some see it as a means of satisfying the flesh in eating and drinking and getting drunk. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus And Candy Canes Series

    Contributed by James Chandler on Dec 8, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 8,372 views

    This message uses a simple candy cane to communicate the gospel and shows how a symbol like this can be used to evangelize others.

    According to legend there was a candy maker who wanted to invent a candy that was a witness to Christ. First of all, he used a hard candy because Christ is the rock of ages. This hard candy was shaped so that it would resemble a “J” for Jesus or, turned upside down, a shepherd’s staff. He made it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Original Christmas Announcement - The Angel Series

    Contributed by John Baggett on Dec 15, 2005
    based on 65 ratings
     | 14,270 views

    Not a Hallmark but the very best Christmas announcement was the original one from God delivered by the angel. Calmed Fear, Created Hope, Called others to Worship. It should be our announcement.

    Original Christmas Series #4 The Original Christmas Announcement LK 2:8-15 I invite you to find Luke Chapter 2 this morning. It was a chilly December morning as an elderly woman entered her small town post office and made her way to the counter. The clerk asked her "How may I assist you?" She ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advent Conspiracy: Spend Less Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 6, 2012
     | 8,092 views

    Spending less means spending differently; it lets us focus on gifts that meet needs, and are meaningful, and memorable.

    ADVENT CONSPIRACY: SPEND LESS Philippians 4:10-19 Big Idea: Spending less means spending differently; it lets us focus on gifts that meet needs, and are meaningful, and memorable. Supporting Scripture: • Reading from the Old Testament: Malachi 3:1-4 • Reading from the Psalms: Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    God With Us Emmanuel--Christmas

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 6, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,866 views

    This message is about Advent and what the name Emmanuel means (God With Us). It shows the faithfulness of God to God's people even when circumstances may seem bleak.

    Emmanuel God With Us Isaiah 7:10- 17 Matthew 1:18:25 12-8-2019 Have you ever had someone say to you, I have some good news and some bad news? Which do you want to hear first? How many of you want the good news first? How many of you want the bad news first? How many of just don’t want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Christmas: Gifts Of The Magi (Gold) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024
     | 1,253 views

    In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part one: Gold.

    The Gifts of the Magi (Gold) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/10/2017 Christmas is a time of giving. And that means Christmas is a time of shopping. Ever since the wise men from the east showed up at the stable carrying gold, frankincense, and myrrh, people have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Christmas: Gifts Of The Magi (Frankincense) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024
     | 1,276 views

    In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part two: Frankincense.

    The Gifts of the Magi (Frankincense) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/17/2017 If you’re just joining us, we’re using the three Sundays leading up to Christmas to talk about Christmas presents. No, we’re not taking turns reading our Christmas wish-lists. Rather, we’re taking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Christmas Cast Of Characters (Magi) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 14, 2013
     | 6,153 views

    The story of Christmas is wrapped around people... real life people. This four-sermon-series looks closely at this special cast of characters in an attempt to find our stories in theirs. Alliterated and expository, with PowerPoint available.

    Christmas: Cast of Characters (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/23/2012 I’d like to welcome all of you to Blooming Grove and wish you all a Merry Christmas. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or life-long member, we’re glad you’re here and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church