Sermons on The Baby Jesus:

The Gift Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 4, 2016

The angel said that Jesus had come to forgive us of our sins... but why would the story of a baby be important to the Gospel message. What is there about a baby that would figure into God offering us forgiveness?

OPEN: Here it is the first week of December and people are already getting into the Christmas spirit. They’re decorating their homes, putting up Christmas trees and mistletoe and holly… and Christmas lights all over the place. We Americans are so used to our traditions of the season ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Pregnant Atmosphere

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

A look at the pronouncement of the birth of John and what his birth entailed prophetically.

I. God spoke and proclaimed He had found the ones who would birth John the Baptist – the one sent to prepare the way A. You are to call him John which means “Jehovah is a gracious giver.” B. Many will rejoice because of him and return to the Lord their God. C. This age will be a great time in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Simeon Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 8, 2022

There are four different men named Simeon mentioned in the Bible: Simeon, a son of Jacob (Genesis 29:33); Simeon, a man who met the baby Jesus in the temple of Jerusalem (Luke 2:25); Simeon, a church member in Antioch (Acts 13:1); and Simeon who was listed in the lineage of Jesus (Luke 3:30).

Simeon Who was Simeon in the Bible? There are four different men named Simeon mentioned in the Bible: Simeon, a son of Jacob (Genesis 29:33); Simeon, a man who met the baby Jesus in the temple of Jerusalem (Luke 2:25); Simeon, a church member in Antioch (Acts 13:1); and Simeon who was listed in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25

Denomination: Baptist

My Favorite Jesus - Pt. 2 - Teenage Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2011

Favorite team. Favorite shirt. Favorite food. But a favorite Jesus? What if we miss Him because we don’t like Him?

My Favorite Jesus Pt. 2 - The Teenagers Jesus I. Introduction Having favorite things is not bad. We all have favorites. Favorite colors. Favorite cities. Favorite music. Favorite shows on TV. A favorite pair of jeans! And right or wrong, like Ricky Bobby most of us have a favorite Jesus too. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Born To Be A King Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2018

Jesus was born in a stable, but He was born to be the King of Kings. Unfortunately there are many people who prefer He stay a baby in a manger and are upset when He is presented as a King.

OPEN: In New York City there is a 15,000 square foot mansion that you can rent for a mere $35,000 a month. (purchase price: $13.5 million). It sits on 2.3 acres of land in the Bronx and it’s a fit for a King. In fact, it was built for a King… the King of Kings. Back in 1928 a religious order ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Defining Moment

Contributed by Gina Krause on Jan 15, 2024

Jesus: The Defining Moment From Boy to Man  When did Jesus realize that he was different than other children? Did he always know that he was the Son of God? Did he speak even as a baby… did he just have the knowledge?

Jesus: The Defining Moment From Boy to Man ? When did Jesus realize that he was different than other children? Did he always know that he was the Son of God? Did he speak even as a baby… did he just have the knowledge? ? We know that baby Jesus was consecrated to God after his birth….But ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-51

Misfit Christmas: Paradoxes Of The Christ Child Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 10, 2021

Baby Jesus was 1. So young, yet so old; 2. So poor, yet so rich; 3. So helpless, yet so powerful; 4. So mute, yet speaking to all; and 5. So earthly, yet so heavenly. The message ends with a great illustration.

MISFIT CHRISTMAS: PARADOXES OF THE CHRIST CHILD 1 Tim. 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. CHRISTMAS PLAY JOSEPH DECIDES TO MAKE RESERVATIONS a. The Director of a Christmas play was nervous when she cast Jimmy, the middle-school class clown, as Joseph in the Christmas Pageant. Her fears were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Repentance With Jesus

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 9, 2007

An Advent sermon that encourages us to engage in daily repentance with Jesus.

As we get closer to the end of the year what are you looking forward to? School finishing. Holidays. Christmas Day. Presents. Family get togethers. The prophet Isaiah in chapter 11 lays out a picture of something that all followers of Jesus Christ can look forward to. Listen again to a few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Is The Reason

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2009

Christianity historically has affirmed the uniqueness of Jesus ...the incarnate son of God. I begin with an illustration from The Charlie Brown Christmas special...when Charlie asks: Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is about?

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2009 Text: Matthew 1:20b-23 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Jesus Is the Reason” Last Tuesday evening countless households tuned in to watch as Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang pondered the meaning of Christmas. The Christmas special ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-23

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Gift For You

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

The prophets of the Old Testament said: · This baby would come to save the world from sin. · This world of darkness would be given the Light that would shine forever. · This little baby would bring peace to a world in tumult, destruction and chaos.

It is always a joy to watch children at Christmas time. Christmas morning never seems to come soon enough. Children (at any age) can become very anxious. Mankind has always looked forward to Christmas. Do you know who were the first to get excited about Christmas before it took place? Think ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A King Like This - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 26, 2020

As Jesus came to earth as a baby, destined to grow up and be the Lamb of God to be sacrificed for the sins of the world, He voluntarily limited the use of His divine attributes.

Last time we answered two very important questions: “What does the Incarnation mean for Jesus?” and “What does the Incarnation mean for us?” What does this mean for Him? Jesus, who had come to earth as God and King, put on a body. He was God, but He restricted the independent use of His deity, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Choices For The Birth Of His Son

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jan 2, 2023

A wealthy Boston family held a christening party after the baptism of their baby. Guests and friends swarmed into their palatial home. Soon the party was in full swing.

A wealthy Boston family held a christening party after the baptism of their baby. Guests and friends swarmed into their palatial home. Soon the party was in full swing. People were having a wonderful time enjoying talking to one another, eating, drinking and being merry. Suddenly somebody asked, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 2:1, Luke 1:26-27

Jesus Rules!

Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 5, 2011

Jesus wants to rule your life!

Our text teaches us several important lessons. First, we learn about MOST IMPORTANT THINGS through the Holy Bible. If you were to have read the Bethlehem Daily News on that day, you probably would have read articles about political news, financial news, weather news, even sports news. But you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: *other

Okay, She Had A Baby - What’s So Special About That?

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 7, 2019

Here's a Christmas sermon that will preach! We look at His virgin birth, at His being foretold thousands of years in advance, at His mission to save the world, and at His second coming.

OKAY, SHE HAD A BABY - WHAT’S SO SPECIAL ABOUT THAT? Matt. 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR A Dallas Newspaper printed these responses of children who answered the question, “Where do babies come from?” 1. Linda Staley, 5; “Mommies go and buy them at stores. Girls cost $5 and boys cost 50 cents.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Servant In The Barn Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 8, 2013

What can the story of a baby born in a manger tell us about being a servant like Jesus would want us to be?

OPEN: There’s a story about church whose Sunday School decided to allow the children to stage their own impromptu Christmas pageant. The teachers read the story and provided some props; then they just stood off to the side and let the kids dramatize it on their own. One girl grabbed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ