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Christmas: Reason To Hope

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 28, 2020

Simeon hoped to see the messiah before he died and he did. His story teaches us something about why we hope and how to hope.

We’ve just sung that great song by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend, ‘In Christ alone my hope is found.’ That’s quite a declaration! Getty wrote the music and Townend wrote the words. Townend isn’t merely saying that Jesus is A source of HOPE. He’s saying that Jesus is the ONLY source of hope! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

The First Christmas Carol

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 4, 2021

This is a Christmas sermon.

Title: “The First Christmas Carol” Scripture: Lk. 2:14 Type: Christmas Where: GNBC 12-5-21 Intro: I love the Christmas Season in part because I love singing Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols are ta unique genre of song. According to Classic Radio FM Digital, the Top 10 greatest Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas, Reinstating Santa Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 9, 2021

Every year we see American culture feed the flesh and cling to the world view of celebrating Christmas, which is the surmise of misrepresenting a person’s good name. This is especially true of Saint Nicholas, who is referred to now by the modern-day name, Santa Claus.

Christmas, Reinstating Santa Recapturing the Heart of the True Saint Nicholas Every year we see American culture feed the flesh and cling to the world view of celebrating Christmas, which is the surmise of misrepresenting a person’s good name. This is especially true of Saint Nicholas, whom is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:7, John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Changed By The Spirit Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Dec 15, 2021

For Ebeneezer Scrooge to change his ways, he had to be visited by three spirits. He had to be shown the ugliest and selfishness of his heart. It’s a story about transformation. That’s what sums up the Christmas Story. That’s what sums up the reason for God sending us His Son.

INTRODUCTION: Christmas time! My favorite time of year. One of my favorite Christmas stories is “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. It’s a story about a greedy, grumpy old man named Scrooge who hated Christmas and everything about it. Scrooge lived for his money, but his money brought him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas And Love - The Connection

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 16, 2021

For many, Christmas is a secular holiday where people feel "the Christmas spirit" and thus are a little more caring of others. It's a time for giving gifts and having large family gatherings for a holiday meal. But for a Christian, it anything but. For a Christian it is about Love.

Christmas and Love – The Connection Scripture: John 3:16; Mark 12:30-31; First Peter 4:8; First John 4:16-19 This morning I want to talk to you about the connection between Christmas and love. This Saturday we will celebrate Christmas. This is the time of year when people tend to be more ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Mark 12:30-31, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 17, 2021

Every December, hundreds of millions of people and even billions of people worldwide celebrate Christmas, the birth of Jesus. Is Jesus happy with that? Was Jesus really born on December 25th?

Intro: What would have happened if it had been three wise WOMEN instead of men? They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought disposable diapers as gifts! Let's read Isaiah 1:10-18: "10 Hear the word of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-18, 1 Chronicles 24:7-19, John 14:15, John 14:23-24, Matthew 22:37-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Shepherd’s Christmas

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 20, 2021

If I had been in charge of announcing to the world about God's Son being born I wouldn't have selected shepherds: unclean, uneducated, unknown. But who best to tell about the Lamb of God being born, than shepherds?

THE SHEPHERD’S CHRISTMAS LUKE 2:8-20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Q: What’s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet? A: The Christmas alphabet has Noel. 2. Q: What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus? A: Claustrophobic. 3. Q: What do you call an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Simple Acts Of Christmas

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 21, 2021

What do we know about the birth of Jesus? It may be easier to list what we do not know about his birth.

What do we know about the birth of Jesus? It may be easier to list what we do not know about his birth. Because no date is given we do not know when he was born. We don’t know who was with him at his birth. My guess is Joseph and Mary were in a house with his relatives (who were also descendants of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12-18, Luke 2:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Christmas Is Not Your Birthday”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 22, 2021

Mike Slaughter challenges our comfortable traditions his book: Christmas Is Not Your Birthday. Quotes from Linus. Incarnation,.. how divinity interacted with human DNA, that’s the mystery the Virgin Birth. Quote from Christianity Today 1996

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2021 Text: Matthew 1:20b-21 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday” It’s Christmas Eve. Excitement & anticipation are in the air. Christmas trees light up our homes with bright lights and shiny ornaments. Colorful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The First Christmas Gift

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022

Christmas is a time of giving, and it means that many of us need to think about what kind of gifts we plan to give to those we love.

Why? We know that while a gift can bring joy to some, it can also bring sadness to others. For example, men have come to realize there are some things you do not buy for your wife on her birthday or at Christmas. Men who have been married for a long period of time have learned some things. • ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Forgotten Hero Of Christmas

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 19, 2022

Today as we approach Christmas, we need to look at one of the unrecognized heroes of the Christmas story.

We all have heard many sermons on Christmas that dealt with: • THE VIRGIN • THE ANGELS • THE SHEPHERDS • THE INNKEEPERS • THE WISE MEN But there is one individual that is overlooked many times. WHO IS THAT? I am talking about Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus Christ. • It was indeed a SPECIAL ...read more

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

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Silence And Song Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

Christmas was both a night of silence and a night of song. If you read through the Christmas hymns in a hymnal you will see these two themes stand out often, some with a focus on the silence and others with a focus on the song.

Paradox is simply the recognition that opposites can both be true. The Christmas story is loaded with paradoxes. The most profound revolving around the Christ-Child Himself: The eternal Son born into time and the Infinite Spirit embodied in finite flesh. The creator of all space having no room in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Christmas Outline And Prophecies

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 7, 2020

Where can I find the pieces to build the Christmas story and the prophecies associated with it? Right Here!

The CHRISTMAS OUTLINE Angel Brings News to Mary Luke 1:26-38 Mary Visited Elisabeth Luke 1:39-45 Mary Praised the Lord. Luke 1:46-55 Mary Returned Home Luke 1:56 News for Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 Birth of Jesus Luke ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Micah 5:2, Jeremiah 31:15, Hosea 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Around The World

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 9, 2020

Here's a look at 10 colorful Christmas traditions in far-flung countries on different continents. Then we focus on the real meaning of Christmas as described in John 3:16 followed by an illustration that captures the sense of Christmas.

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD John 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Arjun: What do you call a snowman with a six pack? Alexander: I haven’t the foggiest. Arjun: An abdominal snowman. 2. John: What did the gingerbread man put on his bed? Zack: What? John: A cookie sheet. 3. Zoey: What do you get ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Perfect Gift For Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 12, 2020

I want to tell you about a Christmas gift that will never disappoint. I can go so far as to say it is the perfect gift. Do I have your attention?

Introduction In 1989, a movie was released by the name of “Christmas Vacation”. In this movie, a guy named Clark was expecting a big Christmas bonus from his boss. He had plans for the money to buy a pool for his family. When he opened the boss’ Christmas envelope presented to him, instead of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12, Lamentations 3:22-23, 2 Corinthians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist