Sermons on Real Meaning Of Christmas:

A Miracle Greater Than The One On 34th Street Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Dec 31, 2003

First in a series of sermons called "A Classic Christmas." Using a short clip from some Christmas Classics, these messages seek to help the hearer focus on the true meaning of Christmas.

A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS: A GREATER MIRACLE THAN THE ONE ON 34TH STREET Matthew 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Over the past few years I have had a growing appreciation for some of the old classic movies 1. I suppose that it all began with April and Alan getting involved in the plays at school a. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Manger Becomes The Cross Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 2, 2015

God's Plan, Humility, Sacrifice

THEN AND NOW – The Manger Becomes the Cross Luke 2:1-7 December 8, 2024 Introduction: An anonymous poet wrote: “A baby born in Bethlehem His hands, soft and gently curled But held within their dimpled grasp The hope of the entire world.” Have you ever noticed that when famous people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Satisfaction

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 1, 2017

The Rolling Stones sang a song titled, “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction.” Mick Jagger’s song perfectly describes the theme of the book of Ecclesiastes. Life without God at its center is vain, meaningless and unfulfilling.

Satisfaction Chuck Sligh October 1, 2017 BIBLE READING: Psalm 63:1-8 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Ecclesiastes 1. INTRODUCTION Illus. – I remember one time as a teenager waiting in the car while my mother was talking with someone. I turned the key and flipped on the radio and heard a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

What Would Christmas Be...with Out Christ?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 14, 2014

If Jesus had never been born…how would we be affected, for one thing... groups wouldn't be threatening to sue over the phrase of Merry Christmas and replacing it with happy holidays... Because there would be NO CHRISTMAS..NO JOY...And NO HOPE EITHER!

*before you read any further...I want to acknowledge that the outline of this sermon is from John Gastons sermon "What if Jesus had never been born" It's a great word and one that can be adapted to everyone's personal preferences as I have I believe it is one that every pastor should ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Information Age & The Christian Worldview: Is God Just A Delusion? Or Is God Real?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

What does it mean to believe? What does it mean to follow Christ? How is this applied? What is the process involved? How does faith stack up against the modern views on life? Is God just a delusion? Or is He real?

What does it mean to believe? What does it mean to follow Christ? How is this applied? What is the process involved? How does faith stack up against the modern views on life? Is God just a delusion? Or is He real? The late Charles Colson put it well: “It is not what we do that matters, but ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Enthusiastic Living Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 29, 2003

The difference between living and existing can often be traced to one’s philosophy of life. The God-given philosophy of life involves many aspects, but today I’d like to summarize part of that philosphy through three "Remember" statements.

Enthusiastic Living (Ecclesiastes 9:7-18) Intro 1. Kids pretend things to take away boredom….. (1) We’d walk to the store pretending we are trying to lose Martians who were following us (2) Kids who need medical treatments often try to make games of things… 2. As we age, we tend to lose ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:7-18, Ecclesiastes 7:2-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Dwelt Among Us! Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

A deeper understanding of the true meaning of Christmas.

He Dwelt Among Us! John 1:1-18 In the humble home of Maria and Robert, the essence of Christmas unfolds against the backdrop of struggle and resilience. Robert, with hemiplegia from a stroke a decade ago, relies on Maria's unwavering care. Despite her own challenges, Maria works as a maid to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Other

Look Into The Face Of Christ, And See The Heart Of God.

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 6, 2001

Because we cannot ascend to God (which is attempted during the Christmas season), God descends to us, and gives us meaning and joy.

Luke 2:1-20 Look Into The Face of Christ, and See the Heart of God. Of all the holidays during the calendar year, both secular and religious, I would describe Christmas as a high-effort holiday. We have lots of low-effort holidays, like Memorial Day or Labor Day. How much effort do those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

“love Gains The Upper Hand” Series

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

The real Christmas Story is a love Story. This final sermon focuses on how God's love won out.

I. I saw a Christmas cartoon this week which places one the wise men on his camel heading to Bethlehem and the caption depicts some of our concerns in this season."I hope I took the price tag off the frankincense before I wrapped it.” A. The real Christmas story is a love story. 1. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Best Gift

Contributed by Brian Undlin on Dec 24, 2015

A paraphrasing of Jesus & the woman at the well. I used it as a Christmas Eve story explaining the real gift.

We all know the Christmas story and the reason we give gifts at Christmas is because of Jesus coming AS God’s GIFT to us but there’s only one Bible story where Jesus himself describes this gift he brought us and he actually uses the word gift. The story begins with Jesus sitting alone ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are We Here? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021

In answer to the question: Why does God need our worship? Is that our purpose - only to live and praise God?

Question to be asked: Why does God need our worship? Is that our purpose - only to live and praise God? Intro: Why are we here? I hope that by the time we’re done here this morning you don’t leave saying, “Why are we here, again?” I’m driving in Canada some years ago, and every once in a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:12-14, Isaiah 43:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ecclesiastes Sermon 2 Series

Contributed by Greg Wiens on Apr 14, 2010

This is sermon 2 in my Ecclesiastes sermon series.

Show Video of That’s Life http://www.worshiphousemedia.com/mini-movies/8915/Thats-Life This week we will learn about the areas that Solomon put most of energy into in his life. Read with me Ecclesiastes on the overhead to see what they were. SLIDES 2-9 12 I, the Teacher, was ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

The Gift Of Life (Joy) Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 19, 2002

What do those angels mean when the announce "great joy?" Joy as a gift from God.

The Gift of Life (Therefore Joy) December 14/15, 2002 Intro: I remember it clearly. Our elder’s board was gathered for a one-day retreat focussed on setting goals for our church. We began by sharing what some of our personal goals were for the next year, and one of our Elders made a statement ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-11, Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Legend Of J (The Candy Cane) Series

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Oct 26, 2002

As we approach the Christmas Season, merchants are displaying the candy cane. But do you realize that it is being displayed in the wrong position? This sermon reveals the true meaning behind the legendary candy cane!

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. Lyons, GA. SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 5:2, 19-20 As we quickly approach the date of December 25th there are still many Christians who are debating whether that was truly the date of His birth! Since 353 AD the Feast of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2, Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom: Purpose - Meaning Of Life (Book Of Ecclesiastes)

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 25, 2015

Ecclesiastes ‘represents a brilliant argument for how someone would look at life if God did not play a direct, intervening role in life, and if there were no life after death.’ But because there is a God, and life continues after death, let us fear God!

THE WISDOM TRILOGY #2: PURPOSE – MEANING OF LIFE (BOOK OF ECCLESIASTES) INTRO TO TOPIC: • How many of you have read the book of Ecclesiastes before? What is it about? QUOTE: “The book of Ecclesiastes is puzzling to the novice reader because its skepticism can be overwhelming. ...read more

Denomination: *other