Sermons on True Christmas:

When The Excitement Of Christmas Is Over What's There To Do?

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 15, 2001

Contrast the magi and Herod’s response to Christmas and rate our response to theirs.

When the excitement of Christmas is over what’s there to do? by Pastor Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC Text: Matt.2:1-12 overheard: I love Christmas, I receive a lot of presents I just can’t wait to exchange. Yes, Dec.25th 1999, a memory now. Had a great two days, choir was great, music ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Question Of The Magi: Where Is He? Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001

A call to self-examination

The Questions of Christmas (4) The Question of the Magi Where Is He? Scripture Reading: Matthew 2:1-12 They had traveled over miles and miles of desert, leading a caravan of camels loaded with servants and supplies in their wake. They were wealthy noblemen, astrologers, sages ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have No Fear. Jesus Brings Peace.

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002

Christmas sermon that looks at the "Fear Nots." surrounding the birth of Christ

Have No Fear. Jesus Brings Peace. Luke 1,2: Matthew 1:18-25 Intro: Compare Fear vs. Peace I. Have no fear. God answers prayer. (Luke 1:13) "Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John". A. God answers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

It's A Wonderful Life

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

Christmas Message: Discover the 5 great wonders of serving God!

I. The Wonder of It All A. Wonder = to marvel at, or be in awe of. B. Serving the Lord and experiencing the joy and blessings of being in His presence is a great wonder! There are very few words to describe, if any, the joys of serving the Lord! (I’m not really sure how I lived before serving ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

The Prophecies Series

Contributed by Dave Collins on Nov 22, 2000

This sermon will be to show that Christ's birth and life was foretold about in many prophecies in the Old Testament; just as Christ's life was written about and had a plan we can know that ours does, too.

Scripture Reading-Jeremiah 23:3-8- Intro: There are many prophecies in the Old Testament regarding the Christ. This week we'll be looking at three that concern his birth and early childhood. I. The prophecy of the Virgin Birth Anchor verse: Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself will give ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Preparation Series

Contributed by Dave Collins on Nov 22, 2000

This sermon will be preached about John the Baptist and how he prepared the way for the Lord; we must now go out and preach the good news.

Scripture Reading- Intro: John the Baptist, both family and follower of Jesus, but also the one that prepared the way for him to come. I. The Writings Anchor verse: Mark 1:2-3 It is written in Isaiah the prophet: "I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way" --"a voice ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Presents Series

Contributed by Dave Collins on Nov 22, 2000

This sermon will be to show that at the end of their search for the King of the Jews the Magi gave their gifts in worship, and found the perfect Christmas present; that present is still available to us.

Scripture Reading- Intro: "We three kings"…were they kings? There are conflicting theories regarding that. "Bearing gifts"…they each had a gift and today we'll look at each one means. I. Presented with Gold Anchor verse: Matthew 2:11 The gold represents His royalty. II. Presented with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Nov 28, 2000

A sermon that deals with the greatest gift man has ever been given.

Introduction: What is the best gift you have ever received? What is the best gift you have ever given? What made the gift special? cost, where it came from, who gave or received it? During this time we think about giving gifts and especially receiving gifts, the greatest gift ever given was ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Priest And The Peasant Girl Series

Contributed by Greg Stine on Dec 8, 2000

The frist of two sermons comparing and contrasting the responses of Mary and Zacharias to the announcement by the angel of the upcoming births of their sons.

THE PRIEST AND THE PEASANT GIRL 9/19/99 Luke 1:5-25 I. Godliness of Zachariah and Elizabeth 5,6 A. Priest and daughter of a priest B. Godly - Righteous, obedient, blameless Significance - Israel under Herod the Great endured a deplorable political status ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Priest And The Peasant Girl Part 2 Series

Contributed by Greg Stine on Dec 8, 2000

Second of two comparing and contrasting Zacharias and Mary and their responses to the angelic announcement.

The Priest and the Peasant Girl II 9/26/99 Luke 1:26-38 Review Zacharias General tenor of Gabriel’s announcement. 5 character traits demonstrated by Mary I. Humility vs. 28,29 Z. troubled at sight of G., Mary troubled at salutation. James 4:6 "…God resisteth the proud, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him.

Contributed by James Wilson on Dec 11, 2000

A historical look at the Wise Men’s quest.

Wise Men Still Seek Him Matthew 2:1-12 This morning our text is Matthew 2:1-12, the passage of scripture that describes the wise men’s search for the Messiah so they could worship Him and give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare The Way Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 11, 2000

We need to make our hearts ready for Christmas.

Introduction A. All over the world people are getting ready for Christmas. 1. Shopping 2. Decorating 3. Christmas Cards B. If we take such great care to prepare for Christmas physically, then why don’t we take as much care to prepare for Christmas spiritually? I. WE NEED TO TELL OTHERS ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

No Vacancy

Contributed by Steve Ownby on Dec 13, 2000

Making Room for Jesus in a crowded world.

INTRODUCTION: We live in a place where there are over 12 million visitors each year. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Every year from Memorial Day until Labor Day people come to see the magnificent beauty of the mountains. Many Christians come to see and appreciate the majestic glory of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship Like The Magi

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

Finding ourselves in the story of the Magi and responding in worship

Worship Like the Magi – Matthew 2:1-12 December 16, 2001 – Steve Simala Grant Intro: “The God of power, as he did ride In his majestic robes of glorie Resolv’d to light; and so one day He did descend, undressing all the way.” - George Herbert Context: I think George Herbert, in that simple ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherds

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

The Shepherds had an encounter with Jesus, we all need continual meetings with Jesus, so we can be those full of the Word and full of praise.

Shepherds (Luke 2:8-20) 12/24/95 God invited them to meet with Jesus These shepherds were those who watched over the temple sheep destined for the passover sacrifice. They were Rabinically unclean and could not actually to to temple worship. These were those who were the lowest class of society. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational