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The Grinch . . . Named Herod

Contributed by Arthur Page on Dec 20, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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Why is it our Christmas joy, peace, and hope are so fleeting? Perhaps, as nearly happened 2000 years ago, someone or something is trying to steal our joy.

A favorite bed time story at this time of year is the Grinch Who Stole Christmas, by Dr. Seuss. It begins . . . Every Who Down in Who-ville Liked Christmas a lot... But the Grinch, Who lived just north of Who-ville, Did NOT! The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

What Will It Cost Me To Be Used By God?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 20, 2004

based on 19 ratings

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This message looks at the cost to Mary of bearing Jesus (in terms of scandal and reputation) and then asks what the cost might be for us to obey God.

- just read vv. 1-2 to open sermon. - only 4 women (besides Mary) are mentioned in this genealogy and they aren’t the big names of the O.T. WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INCLUSION OF THESE WOMEN? - Three of the four of them were associated with sexual sin. - v. 3 - Tamar (dressed as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Peace Through The Prince

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 20, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 5,966 views

Finding peace through Jesus Christ. Appropriate for Christmas.

FINDING PEACE THROUGH THE PRINCE -Read Luke 2:4-19; Isaiah 9:1-7 Christmas preparations in the United States have seen a continuing trend to cut Jesus Christ out of the celebration. References to the Son of God simply do not fit today’s politically correct views. In Egg Harbor, N.J., the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

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

Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 21, 2004

based on 15 ratings

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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

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by William Scott on Dec 22, 2004

based on 7 ratings

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Christmas is God’s Great Commission!

THE GREAT COMMISSION Text: Gal 4.4 Intro.: 1. The birth of Jesus is a well-spring of great joy to the world. 2. We associate w/ His death, sorrow & regret, but from His birth, joy. 3. The 1st Christmas carol of the angels was a joyful event expressing the gladness of God’s heart. 4. The stars ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Baby On The Way: Water Breaks News Breaks

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 22, 2004

based on 18 ratings

| 2,764 views

A message about the importance of The Message

A Baby on the Way: Water Breaks News Breaks Luke 2:1-20 INTRODUCTION... Incarnation of Christ An old pioneer traveled westward across the great plains until he came to an abrupt halt at the edge of the Grand Canyon. He gawked at the sight before him: a vast chasm one mile down, from four to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reaction Of The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 22, 2004

based on 27 ratings

| 3,828 views

This is the third in a four sermons series on four different reactions to the birth of Christ

The Reaction of the Shepherds Luke 2:8-20 I. They Received the Announcement (v. 8-14) A. God Met Them Right Where They Were (v. 8) 1. God Was Not Interested in Who They Were 2. God Was Not Interested in What They Had Done B. God’s Message Resulted in Fear (v. 9-10) C. God Provided Direction to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Response Reflects The Truest Christmas Spirit

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 23, 2004

based on 30 ratings

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An indepth reflection on the first few verses of Mary’s Magnificat show the source of her joy prior to that First Christmas.

December 25, 2004 Luke 1:46-48 Mary said: My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. When the news media showed video tapes of people in Palestine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Comfort Zone

Contributed by Timothy Spivey on Dec 24, 2004

based on 5 ratings

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This sermon talks about the incarnation of Christ and it as God’s move of intimacy toward the world.

This is the season to use T. S. Eliot’s masterful phrase about the Incarnation: "the intersection of the timeless with time." Before it was Eliot’s, that way of looking at the birth of Jesus into human form was captured by John: John 1:1-4, 14, 16-18: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifts From A Child - Pt 1

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 14, 2004

based on 27 ratings

| 3,354 views

Two gifts that kids give us are priorities and purpose.

(Overhead 1) Art Linkletter and Bill Cosby are right, “Kids do say the darnest things.” We never know what they are going to say and sometimes they say the most insightful, amazing, and even somewhat shocking things, especially this time of year when it comes to Jesus and the manger. In his book, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Gifts From A Child - Pt 2

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 14, 2004

based on 21 ratings

| 2,806 views

In addition to priorities and purpose, children, and especially the Christ child, gives us passion and perspective.

Last week we started this two part series with the suggestion that among the gifts that our kids give us are priorities and purpose. And we looked at the opening chapter of Luke’s gospel and into the lives of Zechariah, Elizabeth, and Mary and saw how their priorities and purposes changed when it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Touching Our Neighbors Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

based on 18 ratings

| 5,175 views

The Christmas Touch - Part 1 Lessons learned from the innkeeper.

Advent: This morning we begin a journey. It’s a journey to Bethlehem. In the midst of a fast paced month of frenzied activity, you’ll be happy to know we’re taking a slow train to our destination. If you’re ready, the train is ready to leave the station en route to a most eventful Advent, so "All ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Touching Our Families Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

based on 20 ratings

| 4,744 views

The Christmas Touch - part 2 Learning from the example of Joseph.

Advent: Christmastime is family time. It’s true at your home. It’s true here, too. And this morning we gather as the family of God. Sisters and brothers, children of faith, old, young, knowledgeable and not as informed, each with rough edges in the process of being sanded down. The Lord has a hand ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 10,061 views

That’s what you are going to find in this text this morning…what true love is. You are going to find in God’s word…1 John 3, what the real reason for the season is…You will find what the true motivation for living is.

Living the Life With the Greatest Gift Scripture Reference: 1 John 3:1 – 9 Introduction Each December, I vowed to make Christmas a calm and peaceful experience. I had cut back on nonessential obligations -- extensive card writing, endless baking, decorating, and even overspending. Yet still, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power In Powerlessness Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004

based on 47 ratings

| 5,391 views

The Christmas story juxtaposes the powerlessness of the human actors with the great saving power of God revealed in the birth of his only Son Jesus Christ.

It’s a terrible thing to feel like your life’s out of your control. Like you’re no longer the master of our own fate. To feel powerless. As I was reading this Christmas story again this week, it struck me that that’s how most of the people in the Christmas story must have been feeling. Joseph has ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

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