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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Though Matt and Mark give us info on the birth of Christ, I really like the way Luke describes it…Luke takes the approach of a NYC entertainment critic as he gets into the meat of the story
“Torched By an Angel” Dec 9, 2001 Though Matt and Mark give us info on the birth of Christ, I really like the way Luke describes it…Luke takes the approach of a NYC entertainment critic as he gets into the meat of the story The way Luke tells it, events surrounding Jesus’ birth resembled a ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:1-20
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Part 2 of 5 of the series, Christmas Perspectives. To the shepherds of Bethlehem and the people in Bethlehem the birth of Christ was a surprise. What were their reactions? Has our "familiarity" with the Christmas Story dulled us to the wonder of this sp
THE SURPRISE GUEST Part 2 of the Christmas Perspectives Series Luke 2:8-20 Read at beginning of service: John 10:14-16 (NIV) 14 "I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me-- 15 just as the Father knows me and I know the Father--and I lay down my life for the sheep. 16 I have ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:8-10, John 10:14-16
Denomination: Pentecostal
Today is third Sunday of Advent we celebrate today Joy. Israel celebrated joy of God how he delivered and how through Jesus God delivers people everywhere through the birth of the Christ.
Joy Sunday Psalm 126 1. The Psalm shares Israel history and shares a hope for a glorious and joyful future • It’s a message about Joy, It’s a message about God power to save Israel and to save Us. • Notice the verse — "When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion" - The Holy ...read more
Denomination: Methodist
Even many Christians will miss the real reason for the season. And we might be the cause for the world not to know Jesus. Will you take up the challenge to tell others about the birth of Christ in your very lives?
Opening illustration: Have you ever missed a great opportunity? The story is told of a small resort area along the east coast that was having an open town meeting concerning some financial problems they were facing. Among the two dozen or so people was one man no one seemed to know who was ...read more
Scripture: John 1:10-12
The sermon explores the story of Mary and Joseph leading up to the birth of Christ, emphasizing the significance of the names Immanuel and Jesus, and how they reflect God's relational nature and His power to save us from sin.
Hello church! Today we’re going to look at a story from the gospel of Matthew about circumstances leading up to the birth of Christ. Unexpected events are unfolding in the lives of Mary and Joseph who were two very ordinary people. There was nothing spectacular about them. They weren’t famous, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
Topics: Immanuel, Sin Salvation, God's Presence
We have hope because of Christmas.
NEWS THAT’S GOOD FOR YOU: A COMMUNITY OF HOPE Luke 2.8-20 S: Community C: A Hopeful Community Th: Advent Pr: WE HAVE HOPE BECAUSE OF CHRISTMAS. ?: Why? KW: Reasons TS: We will find in our study of Luke 2 five reasons why Christmas gives us hope. Type: Propositional The ____ reason we have hope ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20
Denomination: Baptist
the miracle of Christ’s birth
Glory to God in the Highest and… Luke 2:1-20 The Mass of Christ! † In the name of Jesus! † May you know, and realize, the grace of God our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, is yours! One birth – among 32000 per day 480 per minute, one every 7 seconds in the USA. Yet, the world celebrates one ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
Denomination: Lutheran
What does the title "Everlasting Father" tell us about Jesus?
This morning, we continue our Advent sermon series. We’ve been studying the names of Christ found in the Old Testament book of Isaiah: "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
While Mary and Joseph were in Bethlehem to register for the census, the time came for the baby
INTRODUCTION What could be more important than knowing Christ in our Christian life? Well, today is Christmas and by now we all know the Christmas story pretty well. While Mary and Joseph were in Bethlehem to register for the census, the time came for the baby to be born. She wrapped him in ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:7, Galatians 6:17
Denomination: Assembly Of God
In this lesson we marvel at the story of Jesus’ birth and then discuss its significance.
Introduction: A. The story is told of 4 expectant fathers who, years ago, were in a hospital waiting room while their wives were in labor. 1. A nurse came in the room and announced to the first man, “congratulations, sir, you’re the father of twins.” What a coincidence,” the man said, “I work for ...read more
Scripture: John 1:14
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The birth of John the Baptist puts a different spin on the birth of Jesus. We get to see the birth and life of Jesus through the eyes of relatives who were going through the same odd happenings
Falling in love with Jesus Luke 1:68-80 A closer look Based on the book with the same name by Rubel Shelly Part II-B ILL: History tells us that early in the nineteenth century the whole world was watching with bated breath the campaigns of Napoleon. There was talk everywhere of marches, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:68-80
Christianity claims that salvation can only be found in Christ Jesus.This claim may sound extreme, radical, and narrow-minded. We must therefore be compelled to examine the truthfulness of this claim with honesty and without prejudice.
Knowing Jesus Deeper INTRODUCTION: Christianity claims that salvation can only be found in Christ Jesus. The Apostle Peter declared in the hearing of the Jews saying, “And there is no salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we ...read more
Scripture: John 17:3
This is a Christmas sermon in poetry, reflecting on the progression of thought in describing Christ’s birth as the Gospels were written. I wrote it to describe questions from a member.
Christmas Eve, December 25, 2007 - All Gospels Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, Creator of the universe and author of life on this planet we call earth, we gather in your presence this holy night to lift ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-7
God's best gift isn't the one He's already given...it's the one He's going to give.
The Best Is Yet To Come 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Introduction: The world is certainly changing. Who would have ever thought that in Canada it might be inappropriate to wish someone “Merry Christmas”? Lot’s of fuss & nonsense in recent years about whether Canadians should wish ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Denomination: Apostolic
Why do you suppose that so many well meaning Christians overcomplicate the gospel with extraneous ideas, traditions and requirements? Millions of people have the mistaken notion that to become a Christian is so difficult that it is not really worth the e
Avoid Overcomplicating the New Birth in Christ – Rom. 10:5-13 Why do you suppose that so many well meaning Christians overcomplicate the gospel with extraneous ideas, traditions and requirements? Millions of people have the mistaken notion that to become a Christian is so difficult that it is ...read more
Scripture: Romans 10:4-13
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