Sermons on True Meaning Of Christmas:

A Mountain Of Meaning

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 7, 2026

On a mountain with Peter, James, and John, the veil is pulled back and the true glory of Jesus is revealed. In A Mountain of Meaning from Mark 9:2–13, we explore why this moment matters and what it means for us when the Father’s voice still calls us to one simple response: “Listen to Him.”

A Mountain of Meaning Mark 9:2–13 There are moments in life when everything suddenly becomes clear. You may remember the first time you held your child. The first time a doctor used the word “cancer.” The first time you stood at a graveside. The first time you truly understood that Jesus died for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Methodist

The True, (But Maybe Hidden) Meaning Of The Feeding Of The 5000.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 29, 2024

The true meaning of the feeding of the 5000 is rarely stated less acted on. We need to learn what this is, and how we can apply it to our lives. It takes a whole new mindset.

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity Church in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 28th July 2024 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). “Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: Episcopal

When A King Became A Baby

Contributed by James Mercer on Dec 9, 2013

A Christmas Sermon that emphasizes that the King was in control of all the events surrounding the incarnation.

When a King Becomes a Baby Luke 2: 1-7 When Matthew quoted the prophet to declare that one of the names of the little baby would be “Immanuel”, he was making a statement about who the child would be: God with us. He was God long before the stars began to send forth their light or the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"The Most Jesus-Like Characteristic You Can Imagine" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 20, 2012

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Luke 2:1-20 “What Gives Life Meaning?: The Most Jesus-Like Characteristic You Can Imagine” In the story of Jesus’ birth, Luke begins with, “In those days… “In those days…” In those days things were like they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Simeon: A True Worshipper

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

True worshippers are both godly and devout.

A. SIMEON: A TRUE WORSHIPPER: LUKE 2:25-32 “And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, and this man was just and devout, waiting for the Consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Star

Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 28, 2007

Has the real star of Jesus Christ risen in your heart?:

Christmas trees are beautiful to look at. Most of them are adorned with ornaments and in some cases little gifts. Larger gifts will be put on the floor close by the tree. The belief in US is that Santa Claus will visit the homes, coming down through the chimney (If you don’t have one, through other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

A True Essence Of Giving

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 25, 2004

JESUS SEARCHES A REAL MEANING OF GIVING.

HOW DOES JESUS LOOK FOR A TRUE GIVER? I. JESUS LOOKS NOT TO THE STATUS (V. 41-42) A. Whether one is rich “And many that are rich (v.41b) B. Whether one is poor “And there came a certain poor widows” (v.42a) II. JESUS LOOKS NOT TO THE AMOUNT (V.43-44) A. Whether too big …Threw in much ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Repentance

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 16, 2013

As Christians we're called to repent of our sins but what does that really entail? In this lesson we'll explore that it means to truly repent.

Beginning with the first sin of Adam and Eve (Genesis 3), God has been calling for humanity to repent of their sins. Repentance was the message that the prophets of old preached to the world (Isaiah 55:7; Jeremiah 8:6; Ezra 14:6; Hosea 11:5; Amos 5:4-6; John 3:2-10). Men like Isaiah called for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: *other

True Believers

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 1, 2021

Next in series on John, examines the difference between believing in Jesus and being a believer in Jesus. It looks at what it means to be a true follower of Jesus Christ.

John 8 (3b) A True Disciple - Read John 8:31-47, 59 I stand before you today, upset, because of what I have to share with you; but also grateful to a merciful God Who allows me to do so. Did you notice how verse 31 began? “Then Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in Him.” Now notice how the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47, John 8:31-59

Denomination: Baptist

What's Christmas Mean To You?

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Dec 13, 2024

You want to know something… there are as many non-Christians celebrating Christmas, as Christians. Although many people have almost forgotten what Christmas really means, there are still plenty of people young and old around the world, who have a different take on what Christmas is.

Christmas is once again upon us and people around the world are busy with their preparations for their own versions of a Christmas celebration. Christmas is a time for family reunions, for family bonding, renewing friendships, exchanging gifts and going on holiday trips. Christians around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, John 8:12, Colossians 1:15-27, Luke 1:68-69

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Spirit Series

Contributed by William Scott on Dec 14, 2004

There are many spirits of Christmas but what is the true Christmas Spirit.

THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT Luke 2.8-14 Introd: The story of Scrooge by Dickens is a remarkable illustration of the mean-spiritedness of Christmas. Many in our day, to a more or less degree, have this spirit. As the people of God we should have the True Christmas Spirit. Let us look at the True ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

How Satan Is Stealing Christmas

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 29, 2020

This sermon looks at the ways Satan is trying to steal Christmas, from changing the meaning, changing our focus, and legalism.

How Satan is Stealing Christmas Watch: https://youtu.be/qFiRhHmoPIc Today, I’d like to do something a little different, something that we can have some fun with as we look at the very real prospect of how Satan is trying to steal Christmas. Now is the time of year that all the Hallmark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Where Is The Love? (Christmas) Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 24, 2003

A complete order of service and talks for a Christmas Day All Age Celebration- building up to a rap of ’where is the love?’. Answer: "it’s in the manger, yo!"

Order of service- Christmas day 2003 Props: camcorder, nativity set (minus Jesus), Jesus hidden somewhere near manger (or have Him re-appear) reindeer hat, tacky singing Santa, readers, audio going into pa, jokes 10am Carols playing as folks come in. Welcome & Happy Christmas! - jokes Reading: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

True Revival

Contributed by John Petty on Jul 24, 2008

We all need reviving at different seasons of our lives. God has given us a picture of what this means through His people Israel.

This morning I want us to look at what true revival is. Revival – It comes from the root word revive which means to recover that which was lost, to repair that which was broken and to restore that which was taken. There are many pictures in the Word of God of times of revival. In the book of ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:8-9

Denomination: Church Of God

True Love Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 9, 2018

Message 32 from our journey through John's gospel. This message continues our exploration of the true meaning of love with an overview of love as found in Scripture.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Learning to Love” "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.” "By this(mutual love) all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another." John ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance