Sermons on Thanksgiving to Christmas: showing 1,201-1,215 of 28,699

The Christmas Star

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Sep 17, 2024

The Star of Christmas is not the star that led the Maji from Mesopotamia to Jerusalem and ultimately to Bethlehem. It's not the star on the top of our Christmas tree, not Santa Claus, not our good feelings, good will, gifts, hopes for peace, celebrations or any of the rest.

SLIDE – Introduction I want to talk a little while this morning about the Star of Christmas. Now, I’m NOT talking about the Star that appeared to the Maji. That Star they led from Mesopotamia over to Jerusalem. That Star that King Herod couldn’t see and didn’t know about. So, Herod called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

Explores the joy of Mary, magnification of Jesus, and the salvation message in Christ's birth, emphasizing hope and transformation through understanding God's Word.

Greetings, beloved family of God, and welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of Christ. We are here, united in purpose and spirit, to celebrate, cherish and comprehend the divine words of our Lord. Today, we stand on the precipice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56, Psalm 98:1-3

Topics: Joy, Messiah

The Peace Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

Explores the contrasting images of peace and conflict in Jesus' life and ministry, seeking understanding through God's word and guidance from the Holy Spirit.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be here with you today. We gather in this sacred space, hearts open, ready to receive God's word. We are here to find comfort, to find hope, to find peace. As we begin, let's turn our hearts and minds to the words of the prophet Isaiah. He wrote, "For to us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Matthew 10:34-36, Luke 2:8-14

Topics: Prince Of Peace

The Hope Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023

This sermon explores living out faith through surrender and obedience, as exemplified in the lives of biblical figures in Isaiah 9:2 and Luke 1:11-25.

Good morning, family! I'm so glad we're all here together, ready to dig into God's word. You know, it's funny, I was reading a book by A.W. Tozer the other day, and something he said really struck me. He wrote, "Faith, as Paul saw it, was a living, flaming thing leading to surrender and obedience ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, Luke 1:11-25

Topics: Hope, Forerunner

White Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023

Explores God's invitation to reconciliation and transformation, emphasizing salvation, sanctification, and strength found in His sacrificial love.

Good morning, dear friends. I am so glad you have chosen to join us today, to find yourself in the presence of God and His people. We gather here, not as perfect beings, but as individuals who are loved by a perfect God. We come before Him, not with a claim of righteousness, but with hearts open to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18

Topics: Salvation, Sins

White Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023

Explores the transformative power of God's grace, promising purity through prophecy, provided through Jesus, and its impact on our lives.

Greetings, beloved congregation. What a blessing it is to gather here in the house of the Lord, united in purpose, bound by love, and eager to receive His Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform, to heal, and to purify. We turn our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18

Topics: Christmas, White

Unwrapping Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus Christ's birth story and its implications for sharing God's love and fostering a spirit of giving.

Good morning, beloved. It is indeed a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the fellowship of His love, to bask in the warmth of His grace, and to find solace in the comfort of His Word. Today, we stand on the cusp of a divine revelation, an unveiling of truths that have the ...read more

Topics: Gifts, Christmas

The Spirit Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 12, 2023

Emphasizes celebrating Christmas by manifesting God's love, as shown through Jesus Christ, and making love the centerpiece of our holiday celebrations.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this warm gathering of hearts and souls, united in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we gather here, let us remember that the Christmas season is not merely about the glittering lights, the festive decorations, or the beautifully wrapped gifts ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10

Topics: Love, Christmas

The Heart Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

Explores Jesus as the embodiment of hope, peace, joy, and love, and our role as living testimonies of God's grace and transformation.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as mere attendees, but as active participants in the glorious narrative of God's unfailing love. We are more than mere spectators; we are the living, breathing illustrations of God's grace in action. We are the stories that inspire, the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Topics: Jesus, Christmas

The Gift Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon encourages Christians to live as missionaries, harnessing their divine gifts to spread God's love and truth, as inspired by Matthew 2:1-9.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I stand before you today with a heart brimming with joy, and a message burning with divine truth. We gather here, not as strangers, not as mere attendees, but as a family united by our love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we stand at the threshold of an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-9

Topics: Giver

Christmas Eve PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon explores the story of Jesus' birth, emphasizing the importance of not just receiving, but also reflecting God's love in our daily conduct. Key

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, as we gather together in unity, in faith, and in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound revelation, a revelation that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh and as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Topics: Birth, Savior

Christmas Eve PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores the significance of Emmanuel, God with us, in our lives and how we can embrace and experience His guiding, comforting presence. Key

Good morning, dear friends! Warm greetings to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It's always a joy to gather together in unity, in the spirit of love and fellowship, as we seek to understand more deeply the profound truths of God's holy Word. Today, we stand on the threshold of a ...read more

Topics: Christmas

Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 20, 2022

As we approach Thanksgiving, it is important that we Christians prepare our hearts for this very special day.

We know that to be ready for special days requires special preparation, such as for: • Christmas • Mother’s Day • Father’s Day • July 4th • Veterans Day • Memorial Day But when it comes to Thanksgiving, the preparation in many homes involves Mom going to the grocery store and buying a big ham or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Spilling Over With Gratitude

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

We can learn to express thanks to God regardless of the circumstances. Our hearts should overflow with gratitude to the One who made us and knows us by name.

Spilling Over with Gratitude Colossians 2:6-7 6 Now that you have welcomed the Anointed One, Jesus the Lord, into your lives, continue to journey with Him and allow Him to shape your lives. 7 Let your roots grow down deeply in Him, and let Him build you up on a firm foundation. Be strong in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Forgotten Holiday"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 16, 2011

A sermon for the Sunday before Thanksgiving.

Psalm 100:1-5 “The Forgotten Holiday” If we were to mark our calendars according to television commercials, mall decorations, and movies we might figure that some “high official” somewhere, who makes the decisions about things, has decided that we are to just skip ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist