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  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Christmas Eve Communion

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 23, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,022 views

    A complete order of service with liturgy/wordings for a Christmas Eve Communion Service and candle lighting. Goes with my mini sermon on Mary and the Magnificat

    ORDER OF SERVICE- MIDNIGHT COMMUNION 24th Dec 2005 Piano music as prelude Reading 1: The Annunciation LK 1:26 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas...came & Went

    Contributed by Sonny Hyde on Dec 23, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 2,620 views

    Christmases come and go, but how do we come to the Christ of Christmas...and how do we leave after encountering Him?

    Christmas…Came & Went Select Scriptures I. Introduction The other night we were at home and Kari & I were busy around the house getting things picked up and ready for the next day…the girls were in the living room and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” was on. I had just walked into the office to finish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Early Christmas Present

    Contributed by W F on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,070 views

    The fulfilment of the Christmas prophecies can fill us with hope and confidence

    INTRODUCTION If you complain that the Christmas hype seems to start earlier and earlier each year, then spare a thought for poor Micah. Micah saw the first Christmas coming 700 years before Mary and Joseph ever arrived in Bethlehem to find no room in the Inn! That’s right. 700 years before Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The After Christmas Spirit

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,061 views

    A message to be preached after Christmas. I preached it on Dec. 28th last year.

    THE AFTER CHRISTMAS SPIRIT Luke 2:8-20 INTRO: Thomas Tusser wrote, “Christmas comes but once a year, and with it comes the glitter and gaiety of the Christmas spirit. But what of the day after Christmas, when the presents all have gone from under the tree, the festivities have ended, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Warren Lamb avatar

    The Real Heart Of Christmas

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Nov 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,111 views

    The real Christmas story begins long before the birth of that baby boy in Bethlehem; it begins in a place called Heaven, the home of God. Something took place in the mind and heart of God that made it all possible. That something is what was expressed by

    It was Christmas Eve, 1910. General William Booth, the founder of The Salvation Army in London, England was near the end of his life. His health was poor, and he was going to be unable to attend the Army’s annual convention. Booth had become an invalid, and his eyesight was failing him. No one knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Christmas Presence - Mary Series

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 28, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,265 views

    God’s invitation to Jesus’ birth.

    A Christmas Presence - Mary December 9, 2007 Luke 1:26-38 The Bible declares that when the time was right - God the Father birthed Jesus his Son into our world. And when He did - like all proud Fathers do - He got the word out. God the father declares to some specific people that His son - Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Christmas Presence - Magi Series

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 28, 2008
     | 3,741 views

    God’s invitation to Jesus’ birth.

    A Christmas Presence - Magi Matthew 2:1-12 December 16, 2007 For 2 weeks now we have sought to be attentive to the group of people our heavenly Father invited to be present at the birth of his son Jesus in Bethlehem. During these 2 weeks, we have identified from the scriptures, the people our God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Christmas Presence - The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 28, 2008
     | 4,145 views

    God’s invitation to Jesus’ birth.

    A Christmas Presence - The Shepherds Luke 2:8-20 December 23, 2007 Picture - show Nativity. For the last four weeks we’ve talked together about God’s desire to have particular people present at the birth of His son. God sent out birth announcements to particular people - specifically inviting ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Eve Message

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,184 views

    A Great Story

    Christmas Eve Message December 24, 2007 This Is About That Titus 2:11 If we were to visit each other’s garages tonight I guarantee we would find some pretty unique stuff. Some of you are thinking I don’t have a garage, so let’s not be so exact. If we were to visit your attic, shop, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Celebrate Christmas

    Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,191 views

    Tonight we are going to look at the familiar story of the wise men coming to see baby Jesus. Although months after Christ’s birth, they share a place in historical first Christmas. From their part of this story we see how we need to celebrate Christmas.

    How to Celebrate Christmas - Get them talking: How does your family celebrate Christmas? - Christmas around the world Illustration: Replacement Santa Text: Matthew 2:1-12 The “wise men”, or Maji, were the ancient equivalent Jedi Knights – superb knowledge of math, science, astronomy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Jewish Perspective On Christmas

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,025 views

    This outline is loaded with both scripture references and insights. It looks into the minds of the Jewish teachers of the Law, and what they were looking for in the Messiah.

    A Jewish Perspective on Christmas. Pastor Eric J. Hanson Intro: The Gospel writers presupposed a lot of knowledge which people no longer have today. They clearly wrote from a Jewish perspective. Who is Jesus Christ?: John 1:1-18 Pre-existence- Public Ministry the “Word” (Logos) John was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Developing A Christmas Heart

    Contributed by S Henriques on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,087 views

    "Christmas Hearts" are a custom in Denmark, but believers world-wide can develop true Christmas Hearts to celebrate the birth of Christ.

    Developing a Christmas Heart Luke 2:15-20 Christmas is observed literally all over the world, and the traditions and customs are as varied as the countries in which they are found. In Australia, for example, Santa’s sleigh is pulled by eight white kangaroos. Christmas dinner is eaten outdoors and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Come Home To Christmas

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 3,788 views

    Christmas is a sign of God’s welcome to all just as President Bush’s speech reminded Canadians regarding their welcome to Americans in their hour of need.

    Dec. 1, 2004, U.S. President George W. Bush remembered what Canada means to Americans. In a speech he gave he thanked Atlantic Canadians for helping the US on Sept.11. 3 years ago thousands of US citizens were stranded here due to the terrorist attacks on his country. Pres. Bush said, “You opened ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    A 'wonderful' Christmas Message

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 3, 2004
    based on 141 ratings
     | 36,740 views

    The CRADLE, The CROSS, and The CROWN...and practical looks at Jesus’ Wonderful HEART, HANDS, EYES, EARS, BOOK, SPIRIT, AND HOME. Powerpoint at website.

    A “Wonderful” Christmas Message Isaiah 9:6 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html INTRODUCTION: Jesus is Wonderful! The word “wonderful” in the middle of this verse is His name and it is the key word in this verse…it’s rich with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Home Baked Christmas Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 6, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,085 views

    1st of 4 at Christmas. The basic outline and some illustrations were adapted from a message by Melvin Newland entitled "Home Baked Happiness"

    Home Baked Christmas Depression at Christmas is a real problem for a lot of people. Depression at Christmas - survey results by Christine Webber and Dr David Delvin. The NetDoctor survey on Depression at Christmas shows quite clearly what many of us have long suspected - that Christmas is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ