Sermons on The Birth Of Jesus:

Peace Comes To Earth Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Dec 31, 2020

Preached on Christmas Eve, this is the concluding message for the sermon series "Peace on Earth."

The first Christmas greetings from the angels that first Christmas morning was “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” Now 2,000 years later, look around, there is anything but peace. We hear of terrorist attacks, nation rising up against nations, one group of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Fullness Of Time.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 9, 2014

Summary: As a New Year starts, where has all the time gone, but more importantly what is in front of us. Can the simple dates of the Lords birth give us hope. Let us see!

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 1st January 2012 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: As a New Year starts, where has all the time gone, but more importantly what is in front of us. Can the simple dates ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal

What Does It Mean To Be "highly Favored" By God? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 22, 2019

The prosperity gospel tells us that "favor" means God makes our lives easier and more prosperous. But here, Mary is called "highly favored." What does that mean for Mary and what can we learn from her?

PROSPERITY GOSPEL: Some people today teach that having “God’s favor” means unlimited blessings. - This is true of prosperity gospel preachers, but it’s also true of a lot of American Christians who know a lot more about America than the New Testament. WHAT DID "FAVOR WITH GOD" ACTUALLY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Came To Earth As A Baby

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 18, 2019

God came down to earth as a helpless, tiny baby

Luke 12:1-20 This week we are not going to add additional characters to the crèche, but talk about what the Christmas story really means – to us and to the world. The story of Christmas begins, not with the manger of Bethlehem, but many thousands, perhaps millions of years before, in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-20

Denomination: Episcopal

Christmas

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 18, 2022

Christmas is a season mixed with good and evil. Let’s learn about the good from Luke 2.

Christmas is a season mixed with good and evil. Let’s learn about the good from Luke 2. A Decree “And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Five Truths About Christmas Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 14, 2014

Life - real Life can be hard, but in the scale of eternity it is only for a moment and maybe if we spent more time seeking God’s guidance, if we spent more time trusting Him.

It’s the 2nd Sunday of Advent - it’s just 17 days to Christmas Day. So let me ask you: Are you ready for Christmas? “Are you ready for Christmas?” .... What question am I really asking you this morning.. When I ask are you ready for Christmas? Do you think I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The Light Of Life, The Light Of The World

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 2, 2023

Jesus said - I am the light of the world - the implications and the meaning of this saying is profound. As we approach Christmas, the birth of Jesus the light of the world, the season of Advent prepares us for this wonderful gift from God - His Son.

Jesus the light of life, the Light of the world This service of Darkness into Light is just fantastic - full of symbolism and meaning and especially applicable on this 1st Sunday of Advent as we approach Christmas when we celebrate the birth of the light of the world. The service begins in ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7, Psalm 23:1-4, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 139:11, John 8:12-20  (view more)  (view less)

Christmas: Why Did Jesus Come To Us? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

I’m really glad God came up with the idea of Christmas. But what did God have in mind when He created Christmas? What motivated Him to bring Christmas to us?

Christmas is really enjoyable on so many levels. But a widow names Stella has an unusual experience on Christmas. Stella’s first Christmas as a widow brought incredible loneliness. One day her doorbell rang and she was greeted by a messenger holding a box. “What’s in the box?” she asked. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:8-13, Genesis 12:1-3, Revelation 7:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherds And Angels Rejoice Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 21, 2014

Today, we celebrate God’s incredible gift – remembering 3 things: 1) Jesus was born sinless into this world by a God who loves you; 2) Jesus died, taking on our sin, so that we could be forgiven by God; and 3) We must accept Him as Lord in everything.

2014 Christmas Series (December 21, 2014) Sermon 4 – Shepherds and Angels' Rejoice Luke 2:1-15 Introduction - Obvious question: “What is Advent?” -- The word Advent means "coming" or "arrival." -- The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Christ, Space Invader Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

God the Son invaded time and space and took on our humanity. God the Creator of the galaxies, came down through forty and two generations and as someone has said, “put on a robe of flesh” becoming just like us yet without sin.

(Gal 4:3 NKJV) Even so we, when we were children, were in bondage under the elements of the world. (Gal 4:4 NKJV) But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, (Gal 4:5 NKJV) to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:3-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Analytic Review Of The New Birth

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 9, 2016

To establish that an entrance into the kingdom of God is possible only through the new birth. This lesson settles the argument that the new birth truly does consist of two components mentioned by Christ - and they are "the water and the Spirit."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Narrative of the New Birth 2. The Nature of the New Birth 3. The Necessity of the New Birth Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will answer the many objections and opinions regarding "the new birth." We will conduct an analytic review of this topic in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8, Acts 8:26-39, Titus 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Journey From Galilee To Judea

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 22, 2010

Joseph and Mary traveled from Galilee to Judea to be registered / taxed and to be at the right place at the right time to give birth to Jesus (vision).

Opening illustration: In December 1903, after many attempts, the Wright brothers were successful in getting their "flying machine" off the ground. Thrilled, they telegraphed this message to their sister Katherine: "We have actually flown 120 feet. Will be home for Christmas." Katherine hurried to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Virgin Birth: Does It Really Matter?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 1, 2013

Many fail to see the importance of the virgin birth. Does it really matter? Regardless what liberal theology may say, the virgin birth is essential and recognition of the virgin birth is a core Christian belief.

The Virgin Birth – Does it Really Matter? Luke 1:26-38 There are a number of people who call themselves Christians and yet do not believe in the virgin birth. They fail to see the importance of the virgin birth. As more and more churches are abandoning the teaching of the historic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

An Analytic Review Of The New Birth

Contributed by Evangelist Ron Freeman on Aug 15, 2003

To discuss the theme, "the new birth" as taught by the Lord Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION: A. Aim: To discuss the theme, "the new birth" as taught by the Lord Jesus Christ. B. Pro: To establish that salvation cannot be achieved without the new birth. C. Text: Jn 3:1-8 D. Outline: 1. The Narrative of the New Birth 2. The Nature of the New Birth 3. The Necessity ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Mary? Why The Virgin Birth? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Dec 17, 2018

Why Mary? why not Mary? God can do extraordinary things with ordinary people.

We have been looking at the Why’s of Christmas. We considered first of all, why Christmas at all? Why did Christ come? We then looked at the timing of Jesus’ coming, why did God pick out that particular time in history 2,000 years ago for Jesus to come? The fact is I have a lot a questions. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist