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  • The Dark Side Of Christmas

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,007 views

    Herod was among the first few to hear the Christmas message, but he was too bent on doing his own will, too wrapped up in himself, and too caught up by power and control, to see the light.

    Matthew reminds us that Jesus did not enter the world with sparkling lights and soothing carols. • Jesus along with his family begins his life as a refugee in need of asylum. • King Herod was part of the backdrop of this first Christmas play, together with the singing angels, the happy shepherds ...read more

  • They Weren't Looking For Him

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 21, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,453 views

    The King of Eternity came into this world and the world had no idea what had taken place. Politicians, Priests, and the Public missed one of the greatest miracles ever for they weren’t looking for Him. Are we any different?

    THEY WEREN’T LOOKING FOR HIM Matthew 2:1-18 Introduction: When we consider the events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ, we quite often forget the obscurity in which the events took place. The appearance of the wise men and the reaction of their message reveal the depth of that obscurity. The ...read more

  • The King Of Kings Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 21, 2008
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,191 views

    There are worldly kings trying to battle against the King of kings and His kingdom as demonstrated by Herod’s attempts to fight against the newborn king and His Kingdom. What can we learn from this battle between kings for our own lives today?

    The King of kings The Battle between kings The purpose for the battle Selfish ambition vs. Sacrificial atonement The weapons of the battle Military might vs. Heavenly Help The results of the battle Empty & False victory vs. Eternal & Fulfilling Victory Slide I always love seeing the kids when ...read more

  • His Grace Is Enough

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,133 views

    Sermon looking back at God’s goodness in the past year and his promise for provision in the next

    His Grace is Enough – Ps 121, Matt 2:1-23. Gladstone Baptist Church – 31/12/06 am 1. Last year we have seen God Grace – he provided for & protected us. <How has God provided for you in 2006?> We serve a wonderfully kind and gracious God. Do you agree with me. He is a God who cares for us ...read more

  • Were The Wise Men Really So Wise?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 8, 2013
     | 8,154 views

    Were the wise men as smart as we think?

    Were the Wise Men Really So Wise? Matthew 2:1-18 Sometimes we think we know more about something than we really know. A perfect case is this morning’s text about the three wise Men. We even think we know their names as being Gaspar, Melchior, and Balthasar. We believe that they came from the ...read more

  • "Let's Keep Herod In Christmas"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,354 views

    A sermon for the first Sunday in Advent

    "Let's Keep Herod in Christmas" Sermon Series: "Christmas: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" Matthew 2:1, 7-8, 16-18 It's been very popular in the last few decades or so to say something to the effect of: "Let's Keep Christ in Christmas." Amid the swirl of Christmas tree decorations, the frenzy ...read more

  • Christmas Focus In Matthew: Herod Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 12, 2015
     | 6,581 views

    We have also talked about the real historical King Herod who tried to kill the baby Jesus when He was born. Some people hate Jesus. Some people hate Christmas. Are there people today who hate Christmas? Are there people today who hate Jesus? As we mo

    CHRISTMAS FOCUS IN MATTHEW: HEROD MATTHEW 2:1-18 INTRODUCTION… “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” [video clip] [2:03] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27I3AN0XwP8 I. THE GRINCH WHO STOLE CHRISTMAS The song you just heard is based on Dr Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole ...read more

  • Heaven Came To Earth

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 19, 2015
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    God sends heaven to earth through his son.

    HEAVEN CAME TO EARTH Matthew 2: 1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and ...read more

  • Jesus The Refugee

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 26, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,521 views

    Christmas message based on Matthew 2 where Herod tries to kill Jesus

    “Jesus The Refugee” Introduction: Washington Post article (Dec 24, 2015) - Infertility, divorce, shame, mass murder, astrologers, injustice and doubt: these are a few of the topics that appear in the birth narratives of Matthew and Luke, but it is unlikely that they will feature in ...read more

  • Herod-The Forgotten Player Series

    Contributed by John Pearrell on Jan 4, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,833 views

    There were four responses to the Christ Child. How do you respond to Him?

    During this time of year, in churches around the globe the story of Christmas–the coming of Christ to earth–is told. We tell of the shepherds, of Mary and Joseph, of the inn keeper, of the wise men or magi from the East, but there is one actor in this divine drama, who, though often ...read more

  • What Made The Wise Men So Wise?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 4, 2016
     | 7,350 views

    When we look at the account of the wise men we will see some reasons why they were wise. The characteristics that made the wise men so wise are the same ones that will make us wise too.

    WHAT MADE THE WISE MEN SO WISE? Matt. 2:1-14 INTRODUCTION: Today I’ll be talking about the wise men’s part in the Christmas story. You might be wondering why I am doing a Christmas sermon after Christmas. Well, I’m focusing on the wise men specifically after Christmas because ...read more

  • Do You Have Those Post Christmas Blues?

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 5, 2016
    based on 45 ratings
     | 11,176 views

    The excitement of Christmas is over. Life has almost gotten back to normal. And many people suffer from the Post-Christmas blahs a kind of depression in fact here is a song for this season titled "The Post-Christmas Blues".

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scriptures readings prior to the Message. Today's assigned Scriptures are: Jeremiah 31:7-14; Psalm 84; Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-19 and Matthew 2:13-23. Christmas day 2015 ....is over! .... The tree may still be up, .... but it looks mighty ...read more

  • God's Word Speaks To Our Condition

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Aug 16, 2014
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     | 4,914 views

    A sermon on applying God's word to our lives and how we should listen when we hear His Word

    God's Word Speaks To Our Condition Introduction: The apostle Paul declared, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2 Tim. 3:16). If we are to grow as God's childern, it is essential ...read more

  • God, Our Refuge, Strength And Protector

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 27, 2015
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     | 5,269 views

    Even when we are in a place of exile, we must demonstrate unwavering obedience to God just as Joseph did. Joseph could not see all of God’s plan except for the next step.

    Poor baby Jesus! He’s only a small child, and already his life is in danger, as we heard in the passage from Matthew 2:13-23 earlier in this morning’s service. This passage is an example of how the events in the New Testament Gospels are the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. For ...read more

  • Holy Innocents Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014
     | 9,063 views

    A look at the killing of the innocent children by Herod

    Matthew 2:13-18 Holy Innocents March 16, 2014 This morning, we’re going to look at a passage which comes from the Christmas story, but is readily avoided during the Christmas season. It’s a passage of scripture I’ve never preached from and is maybe one of the least preached on ...read more