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  • Doug Fannon avatar

    Why Christmas Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 30, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,549 views

    Why Christmas? Why did God send us Jesus? Why did Jesus have to come and die for our sins?

    We begin a news Sermon Series for the Christmas season. We will be examining “The Why’s of Christmas.” According to very compentent authority (my wife), the Chgristmas season does not start untill the day after Chritmas. As such there are a few questions I have about the Christmas season: Why do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Expectations

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 1, 2018
     | 6,860 views

    An advent series focused on our expectations at the Christmas season.

    Christmas Expectations! What Difference Does Christmas Make Luke 1:46-55 December 2, 2018 It feels so strange for me to think that the Christmas season has officially begun. Yes, according to stores that started on November 1st, the day after Halloween. To be honest, I’m not really into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John White avatar

    A Good Christmas!

    Contributed by John White on Dec 3, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,852 views

    Introduction: Just what does Christmas mean to many people today? Hard work? Stores crowded with frantic last minute shoppers? Post offices overflowing with mail? Crowded trains, full buses, over-booked flights and congested highways? Alcoholic revelry and holiday depression?

    A GOOD CHRISTMAS . Luke 2:1-14 Introduction: Just what does Christmas mean to many people today? Hard work? Stores crowded with frantic last minute shoppers? Post offices overflowing with mail? Crowded trains, full buses, over-booked flights and congested highways? Alcoholic revelry and holiday ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Essence Of Christmas

    Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 10, 2018
     | 23,661 views

    There are many things we enjoy about Christmas. Family gatherings; decorations; hot cider; peppermint; giving gifts; peppermint; carols; peppermint. But the tree and trimmings, food and festivities are not the essence of Christmas.

    “The Essence Of Christmas” John 3:16-21 David P. Nolte There are many things we enjoy about Christmas. Family gatherings; decorations; hot cider; peppermint; giving gifts; peppermint; carols; peppermint. But the tree and trimmings, food and festivities are not the essence of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Christmas Service

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 17, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,432 views

    This sermon takes an unusual twist and is an interesting take on "Christmas Service, as it looks at the attitudes of those associated with Jesus's birth.

    Christmas Service Matthew 6:25-34 As you look at the screen, you may be thinking that today is our Christmas service, and you may be thinking of Christmas songs and a message, hopefully short, about the Christmas story, that is, the birth of our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Now, I really don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Christmas Eve

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 20, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,078 views

    Since 1965, America has heard Linus tell the shepherd's version of the Christmas story. Why did God announce the birth to shepherds?

    Christmas Eve 2018 Since 1965, America has heard Linus tell the shepherd’s version of the Christmas story. Why did God announce the birth to shepherds? Shepherds were not allowed to testify in court and often were accused of being petty thieves. Shepherds were usually social and religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Preparations

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 20, 2018
     | 4,362 views

    At Christmas, our most significant preparations occur in our hearts and souls

    Christmas Preparations Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is December 16th. There are nine days before Christmas. As a child, that countdown to Christmas fanned such anticipation and excitement! With each passing day, my ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christmas Heartache!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 21, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,600 views

    What to do when we are experiencing heartache at Christmas!

    Heartache at Christmas Luke 2:21-35 December 16, 2018 During this Christmas season, we’re talking about “Christmas Expectations.” We tend to enter the season with high and lofty expectations. We want magical, sugar plum visions of a Norman Rockwell Christmas. A Christmas where everything is just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Because Of Christmas

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 2, 2016
     | 3,515 views

    Because of that first Christmas, the child of God is recipient of three great assurances that provide comfort and strength throughout our life.

    BECAUSE OF CHRISTMAS Matthew 1:21-23 Because of that first Christmas, the child of God is recipient of three great assurances that provide comfort and strength throughout our life. I. GOD WITH US! Matthew 1:23. …and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christmas Spirit

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 16, 2014
     | 5,165 views

    A drama for children: The Christmas Spirit

    1st Sunday After Christmas (This children’s talk is based on Luke 2: 22-40, where Mary and Joseph present Jesus at the Temple) Theme: The Christmas spirit. Objective: To teach that the spirit of Christmas continues throughout the year. To teach that the joy of Christmas is the joy of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Christmas Story Series

    Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 17, 2014
     | 9,834 views

    An interactive Christmas sermon with crowd participation.

    THE CHRISTMAS STORY INTRODUCTION: -People have all kinds of ideas about Christmas. -Some of them are right on, and some are way off. -Today we’ve invited the kids to be part of the service. -We’ve got the families together and we’re just going to have a good time and retell the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Attitude Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 17, 2014
     | 9,928 views

    If the birth of Jesus was good news that brought joy to all the people, why is it so tough to be joyful?

    “The Difference Christmas Makes: The Attitude of Christmas” Ps. 126 The words are so familiar: “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Plan Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 21, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,419 views

    God had a precise plan for us that began before the first pebble was placed on the earth. It was designed to have a direct personal impact.

    Intro: Do you remember the Looney Tunes cartoon with Wile E Coyote aka Ralf E Wolf and Sam the Sheepdog. Wile E is always planning and scheming to capture and eat the sheep. Wile E seems to always have the best plans, like the time he lulled Sam to sleep with sleep dog sleep music. But int the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting On Christmas

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Dec 22, 2014
     | 3,910 views

    Christmas

    Waiting on Christmas Luke 2:25-32 I. Coming to grips with the reality of waiting - v. 25 A. Waiting on salvation - Psalm 62:1; Galatians 5:5 B. Waiting on return - I Thessalonians 1:10 C. Waiting in prayer - Luke 18:7 D. Waiting for justice - Psalm 74:10 2. Special ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Communion

    Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Dec 22, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,335 views

    christmas communion

    Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

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