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  • Jay Bunting avatar

    Gifts Of The Wise People

    Contributed by Jay Bunting on Dec 25, 2010
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    This sermon challenges us to bring our gifts to the King of Kings.

    Epiphany 2011 Matthew 2:1-12 Gifts of the wise people. Today’s Gospel reading is where the story of the wise men coming to worship at the feet of Jesus is told. It is during this time of year, immediately following Christmas, that we commemorate this event; and this week is widely ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Here I Am To Worship

    Contributed by Michael Bolin on Dec 25, 2010
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    Discerning true worship from the example of the "Magi."

    Good morning! I hope everyone has had a great Christmas. I want to thank each of you for being here this morning. Christmas is behind us and how many have taken that deep sigh of relief? This holiday season isn’t over and the Christmas story isn’t done. We have looked at Joseph, Mary, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Folly Of Not Following The Wise Men

    Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Dec 26, 2010
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    There are 5 keys the demonstrate how the kings were really wise men. Life if full of obsticles, challanges, and setbacks. It is imperative to seek Godly wisdom to direct the course of your life. The wise men were wise because they were able to discern t

    THE FOLLY OF NOT FOLLOWING THE WISE MEN! You have heard the phrase, “Out of the mouth of babes?” It comes from the simple truth that sometimes it takes a child to reveal lasting wisdom. It seems foolish but it isn’t! For example: Patrick, age 10, said, “Never trust a dog ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Reasons For Gifts Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 27, 2010
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    We are to imitate God and follow the example of the Wise Men from the East and give gifts for the right reasons.

    What does our society call the Friday after Thanksgiving?? We think about giving gifts at least one month ahead of when we plan to give the gifts on Christmas Day. Some think of Christmas gifts one year ahead; have you seen the newspaper for today? Do we really think about the people to give gifts ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Sterling Franklin avatar

    King Of Kings, High Priest, And Ultimate Sacrifice

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Dec 27, 2010
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    A message focuing on the gifts given by these "wise men" from afar, both relating to significance to Jesus' life, as well as some background on how these gifts were used throughout Scripture.

    Given at Glorious King Jesus (GKJ Christian Church) Apex, NC December 26, 2010 Main Sermon Text: Matthew 2:1-11 Note: This includes a teaching review on Simeon & Anna from Luke 2:22-38, followed by the sermon on Matthew 2:1-11. Scripture Reading and Teaching: Luke 2:22-38 Luke 2:22-38 22 Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Are You Seeking?

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 27, 2010
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    In this sermon, we separate fact from fiction with regard to the story of the wise men who came to see Jesus after his birth. Then we explore what lessons can be learned from the story

    Introduction: A. Let’s have all the children who want to, to come forward for a few minutes. 1. In our sermon this morning, we are going to talk about the story of the wise men who came to see Jesus after he was born. 2. Let me ask you a few questions to see how well you know the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Did You Give For Christmas

    Contributed by Rick Mays on Dec 27, 2010
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    Most people ask "What Did You Get For Christmas?" Using the wisemen as an example we look at this things they gave; 1) Their Time, 2) Their Treasure, 3) Their Testimony.

    WHAT DID YOU GIVE FOR CHRISTMAS? by Rev. Rick Mays Pastor, Trinity Temple Assembly of God Arkadelphia, AR 71923 Matthew 2:1-12 In today's society, it would be hard to imagine Christmas without presents. Children around the world woke up yesterday morning with excitement as they came into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christmas Is About Christ

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010
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    Christmas is about Christ, not about gifts, family, or even me.

    Christmas Is About Christ Matthew 2:1-23 INTRODUCTION Christmas is about Christ. This story is shared by Matthew in a way to remind us that Christmas is about Christ. There are two ways in which Matthew shows us that Christmas is about Christ. The first way is by showing us the obvious ways in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bringing Gifts Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010
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    WHEN THE GLORY OF CHRISTMAS IS UNWRAPPED IT CHALLENGES US TO BRING GIFTS OF GLORY.

    Bringing Gifts of Glory December 26, 2010 Matthew 2:1-11 2010 Hot Christmas Gifts Christmas is past and like every year, a list was compiled of the hottest Christmas Gifts of the season. We start counting down; so here you go... Number 10 - Nintendo Wii Wii slips down the list from last year, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Wise Enough To Seek Him Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 2, 2010
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    Matthew now introduces us to a fascinating part of the story of the birth of Jesus by introducing a group of mysterious travelers who have come seeking Jesus. There are three things in this story that proved that they really were “Wise men."

    “Wise Enough to Seek Him” Matthew 2: 1-12 For many of us the joy and anticipation of the season has been reduced to figuring out what we can afford to give our loved ones. It is from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Star, Dreams And Scriptures

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 14, 2010
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    God wants us to hear his voice and heed what we hear. Matthew 2 provides good examples of those who listened and one who didn’t.

    Matthew 2 tells the story of Jesus’ birth and early childhood. Jesus is in danger as soon as he comes into this world. Herod wants to kill him, later the Jewish leaders will pick up where Herod left off and eventually succeed in having Jesus killed. Jesus has entered enemy territory as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Celebrate Christmas All Year Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010
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    Christmas is great but it has to last more then one day. This message is intended to encourage us to celebrate Christmas all year long by worshipping our Savior every day of our lives.

    CHRISTMAS FROM THE GOSPELS, Part 4 Celebrate Christmas All Year Matthew 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION: A. 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, 1. Three kings are often associated with Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curt Cizek avatar

    The Quest To See Jesus

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 29, 2008
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    The magi looked for Jesus where He was to be found. Unfortunately, we don’t always look where He is. He has promised that if we look for Him we’ll find Him. Let’s look where He’s promised to be.

    -Have you ever gone on a journey to see something cool? -Have you ever looked forward with anticipation to seeing something new or interesting? -Do you remember what it was like to get ready to go see Grandma and Grandpa for Christmas, when you were little? -When I had the opportunity to travel ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Michael B. Perrott avatar

    Star-Gazers And Jesus-Seekers

    Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 30, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,963 views

    A Sermon for the Sunday of Epiphany. The Wise Men invite us to follow in our faith-journey to encounter the Living God, made known to us in Christ Jesus

    Text Matthew 2:1-12 ‘Star-gazers and Jesus-seekers’ I guess we are all familiar with the stars – the stars, that is, that we see printed in our newspapers, written in ‘Teletext’, and on the Internet. Our horoscope, I mean, by which some people seek guidance for their lives, and seek to predict ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Has God Rerouted Your Life?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 30, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,248 views

    A sermon for Epiphany.

    Matthew 2:1-12 “Is God Rerouting Your Life?” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org God is so awesome and the New Testament, in particular, gives us such insight into the heart and mind of our Creator. And it’s a good insight. I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist