Sermons on Nazareth:

Lord You Have Known Me

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 16, 2006

We live in a hurry=up world where people often suffer in silence, thinking no one notices or cares; we need a better view – a vision such as Hagar affirmed, the God of My Vision who hears me.

2nd after Epiphany Year B LORD you have known me you have known me Psalm 139__1-17 Prayer Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Faith Without And Faith Within

Contributed by Jeffrey Payne on May 26, 2014

A sermon encouraging a church to grow in faith, especially faith for bringing and inviting friends and family to attend.

Faith Without and Faith Within (Staying put when the furnace gets hot) Colossians 2:6,7 Hebrews 11:1-6, Daniel 1-3, Exodus 13:17-14:29, John 1:45,46 Intro – The Scriptures teach that “without faith it is impossible to please God.” Jesus says that faith as a mustard seed can move ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus: Approved By God Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jun 24, 2014

Peter's Pentecost sermon explains the determined purpose and foreknowledge of God in Christ's Life, Death, and resurrection

“Jesus: Approved by God” Acts 2:22-24 We have been looking at the day of Pentecost, the day that THE CHURCH was baptized with the Holy Spirit and placed into union with one another and with Christ. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and became a powerful force for the spreading of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Ghost Of Christmas Past Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Dec 25, 2014

For many Christmas isn't easy. This message reminds us of three truths. First, life is hard. Second, sometimes we need others. Third, we always need God.

December 14, 2014 Christmas According to Dickens The Ghost of Christmas Past Luke 1:26-43 Opening words: It was Christmas Eve 1969. I was twelve years old and I can remember returning home from the midnight candlelight service at my home church. The family car was filled with my loved ones. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-43

Denomination: Methodist

"Rooftop" Series

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 5, 2015

Story of Jesus healing the paralyzed man carried to Jesus by four friends

“Rooftop” Text: Mark 2:1-12 Chapter 2:1 A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home. 2 So many gathered that there was no room left, not even outside the door, and he preached the word to them. 3 Some men came, bringing to him a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mary Wrapped A Present To The World

Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 6, 2016

Shows Mary taking care of God's Gift

“MARY WRAPPED A PRESENT TO THE WORLD” Luke 2:1-12 David P. Nolte Christmas is a time for loving, for including, for remembering, and for giving. Christmas is a time when we can truly discover that it is more blessed to give than to receive. Christmas is a time for joy and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"'the' Birthday Celebration

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Dec 22, 2016

It’s poor etiquette to attend a party and don’t bring the host/honoree a gift. We should feel privileged to receive an invitation to attend. Therefore, it’s extremely important that we bring the right gifts to the honoree.

“’THE’ Birthday Celebration” Isaiah 9:3 (MSG); Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11(NIV) Isaiah 9:3 (NIV) 3You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before you as people rejoice at the harvest, as warriors rejoice when dividing the plunder. Isaiah 9:3 (MSG) 3You repopulated the nation, You ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:3, Isaiah 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story Through The Eyes Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Dec 7, 2017

A Candlelight service told mostly through the eyes of Joseph

Christmas Eve Candlelight service Saturday, December 24, 2016 The following narrative is based on scriptures from Matthew 1 and Luke 1 & 2 and from On this Holy Night by Max Lucado. I did this as a first person monologue and my daughter helped me out by playing Mary. Please feel free to use ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Friends

God Incarnate Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2018

In John 1:1-18 we learn seven truths about the Word.

Scripture I recently reread J. I. Packer’s classic book titled, Knowing God. It is a wonderful book designed to help its readers learn what it means to know God. One of the chapters is titled, “God Incarnate.” I would like to draw the material from that chapter for today’s message. Let us learn ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

All I Want For Christmas Is Jesus

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 21, 2018

Jesus should be at the heart of what we want for Christmas.

All I Want For Christmas Is Jesus Luke 1:26-39 Matthew 1:18-24 December 25th Today is Christmas, and we find ourselves at the end of our series, All I Want For Christmas Is. How many of you have either given or received forgiveness this Christmas season? How many of you have either ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-39, Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Messiah Who Understands True Family Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 15, 2010

When we give our lives to Christ, His family becomes our family.

A Messiah Who Understands the True Family Text: Matt. 12:46-50 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rudyard Kipling once wrote about families, "all of us are we--and everyone else is they." A family shares things like dreams, hopes, possessions, memories, smiles, frowns, and gladness...A family is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

Denomination: Methodist

A Christmas Presence - The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 28, 2008

God’s invitation to Jesus’ birth.

A Christmas Presence - The Shepherds Luke 2:8-20 December 23, 2007 Picture - show Nativity. For the last four weeks we’ve talked together about God’s desire to have particular people present at the birth of His son. God sent out birth announcements to particular people - specifically inviting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Higher Power

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 30, 2012

Is there a real, personal Satan and a kingdom of evil against which we are in spiritual combat?

Today we are looking at a rather remarkable story of Jesus as he leaves Nazareth and goes to Capernaum. As is his habit, he goes to the synagogue to teach. Again the people are amazed. But Luke tells us that the reason the people are amazed at Capernaum is not because of his gracious words, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Methodist

We Had A Devil Of A Time At Church Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 8, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark chapter 1 verses 21 through 28

Mark 1: 21 – 28 We Had A Devil Of A Time At Church 21 Then they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and taught. 22 And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. 23 Now there was a man in their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Saint Patrick's Day: Sharing Your Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

Saint Patrick's Day wasn't originally a celebration of beer, leprechauns and all things Irish. Rather, it's supposed to be a celebration of Saint Patrick sharing the Christian faith with Ireland. This alliterated sermon encourages Christian to follow his

SAINT PATRICK’S DAY: SHARING YOUR SHAMROCK Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL Those of you who happened to be in attendance about this same time last year may remember me sharing true story behind Saint Patrick’s Day. But since Saint Patrick’s Day is an ...read more

Scripture: John 1:42-43

Denomination: Christian Church