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  • Brad Bailey avatar

    The Great Gift Of Christmas

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,812 views

    The gift of Christ at Christmas is powerful, personal, and life-changing.

    For centuries now gifts and giving have become synonymous with Christmas. Kids in particular become enthralled in the process of receiving gifts. And kid’s tear open gifts without any hesitation. “You never hear kids say, O no, you shouldn’t have. And yet the great gift of Christmas seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • S Henriques avatar

    Developing A Christmas Heart

    Contributed by S Henriques on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,278 views

    "Christmas Hearts" are a custom in Denmark, but believers world-wide can develop true Christmas Hearts to celebrate the birth of Christ.

    Developing a Christmas Heart Luke 2:15-20 Christmas is observed literally all over the world, and the traditions and customs are as varied as the countries in which they are found. In Australia, for example, Santa’s sleigh is pulled by eight white kangaroos. Christmas dinner is eaten outdoors and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Come Home To Christmas

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 3,904 views

    Christmas is a sign of God’s welcome to all just as President Bush’s speech reminded Canadians regarding their welcome to Americans in their hour of need.

    Dec. 1, 2004, U.S. President George W. Bush remembered what Canada means to Americans. In a speech he gave he thanked Atlantic Canadians for helping the US on Sept.11. 3 years ago thousands of US citizens were stranded here due to the terrorist attacks on his country. Pres. Bush said, “You opened ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Christmas Is About The Present

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 19, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,467 views

    Christmas is about the PRESENT, the BLESSED LORD JESUS CHRIST!!!

    “CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT THE PRESENT” 2 CORINTHIANS 9:15 1. Jesus is God’s PRESENT to us. gift (2 Corinthians 9:15; John 3:16; Isaiah 9:6; 1 John 4:14) 2. Jesus has come as a result of God’s PROMISE to us. (Numbers 23:19; Isaiah 55:11; Genesis 3:15; Isaiah 59:16; Micah 5:2; Isaiah 52:13-53:12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    The Proper Reaction To Christmas

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 3,625 views

    Presents, Parties, This shcool event, that event over there, pretty songs. Christmas is not because of those things, lets take a look at what Christmas really is

    Luke 2:8-20 The proper reaction to Christmas! Introduction Opening: I now you have all been busy with doing Christmas. Buying this buying that, this party that party, decorating the house, cooking. But why are we doing all this What is the purpose? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Paul Wallace avatar

    Christmas Without Christ

    Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 20, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,953 views

    In America Christmas no longer includes Christ.

    Christmas without Christ Luke 2:1-20 Christmas 2005 We are in a point in American History that we want to take God and religion out of all public life for fear we will offend someone. So we don’t thank God at Thanksgiving we are just to be thankful. At Christmas we want to have a happy ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    Christmas According To Mary Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,499 views

    No matter who you are, the Lord can use you. You are not useless. No matter what problems you face, the Lord is with you. Your situation is not hopeless. No mater what He has promised, the Lord can do it. Your God’s power is limitless. What does God

    Two young boys were spending the night at their grandparents’ house the week before Christmas. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers. The younger one began praying at the top of his lungs: “I PRAY FOR A NEW BIKE…” “I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO…” His older brother ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Who Stole Christmas?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 55 ratings
     | 22,800 views

    We need to put our focus on Jesus at this time of year, and to help others do the same; by sharing the Lord with them; by loving them; and by actually leading them to Christ just as someone else led us to Christ.

    Christmas is a wonderful time of year. It is a time that we look forward to with joy in our hearts and eagerly anticipate what is about to happen. And, it was meant for us to feel that way. But, in the last few years, something terrible has happened. Somebody has stolen Christmas! Not only ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Richard Crow avatar

    Good News At Christmas

    Contributed by Richard Crow on Dec 12, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,387 views

    The world is filled with so much bad news, it is refreshing to hear some really good news. Good News! There has been a New Birth in Bethlehem!

    Good News Luke 2:10-11 Good News!!! Walking along the beach, John tripped over a half buried kerosene lantern. He rubbed its side and sure enough, a genie materialized. "I can’t grant your wishes, I don’t work like other genies" explained the freed spirit, "But since it is Christmastime, I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    Pondering The Paradox Of Christmas

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 13, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,879 views

    There are many great truths in the Christian faith that are paradoxes - Mary was the first to ponder the great truth of the incarnation.

    Pondering the Paradox of Christmas (note: this sermon was delivered at Maranatha Christian Fellowship, Nevada, MO) December 10, 2006 Luke 2:8-19 (NIV) 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Spencer Cunnah avatar

    Elizabeth's Christmas Song

    Contributed by Spencer Cunnah on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,263 views

    An evangelistic sermon based on Elizabeth’s song of wonder.

    Elizabeth’s Christmas song. Introduction Do you know a lady who is expecting a baby? A baby’s arrival is usually a joyful event. Luke describes two cousins, Elizabeth and Mary, who meet up in extraordinary circumstances when both are pregnant. Elizabeth, who is an older woman and married to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Getting Joy For Christmas Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 16, 2006
     | 5,499 views

    Happiness is rooted in human emotions. Joy is rooted in Jesus and is powered by God’s grace.

    Response Goal: Individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will pray silently and connect with Jesus. REPENTANCE POINT {paradigm shifts or changes in our thinking}: Finding joy does not involve making your circumstances better - it involves making your mind work like Jesus’ mind. Citation: Tom Fuller, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Getting The Spirit Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 16, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,502 views

    The essence of Christianity is this remarkable truth: Christ came from heaven and died for us on the cross and rose again so that, in the person of the Holy Spirit, he might dwell in our lives.

    Response Goal: Individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will join me in starting each day by saying, “Behold, the servant of the Lord. Be it unto me according to your word. Fill me with your Holy Spirit. More than anything else, I want Jesus to show up in my life. I’m available to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    12 Days Of Christmas

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,986 views

    The song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is misunderstood among many Christians today because they do not know the history behind the songs hidden meanings.

    Mini Sermon - Christmas service Dec. 17, 2006 The 12 Days of Christmas! Introduction: Note: This information is all from the website: http://www.crivoice.org/cy12days.html Thesis: The song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is misunderstood among many Christians today because they do not know the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    Christmas According To The Shepherds

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,659 views

    The story of the shepherds teaches us what Christmas is really all about.

    One night many years ago, a shepherd named Benjamin was keeping watch over his flock. It was a night that began like every other. Little did he know that this night would change his life forever. The sky was unusually clear that evening. Benjamin never grew tired of looking at the night sky. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist