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  • Russ Barksdale avatar

    Togetherness Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017
     | 7,196 views

    How does the Christmas story remind us about the value of relationships? When relationships get difficult, Jesus brings us together. When we feel isolated, Jesus brings us together. When Jesus brings us together, that is something to be treasured.

    December 18 Togetherness Luke 2:1-20 How does the Christmas story remind us about the value of relationships? 1. When relationships get difficult, Jesus brings us together 2:1-5 (on screen) Matthew 1:18-21 2. When we feel isolated, Jesus brings us together 2:6-15 (on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Stinks! Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017
     | 6,206 views

    There is much that stinks in this world, but Jesus' birth in a smelly manger reminds us that Jesus can be born in us. A brief sermon for Christmas Eve.

    Christmas stinks! Or, so would say the Grinch who stole Christmas. You remember the Grinch? The slinky, green ogre of a character created by Dr. Seuss whose heart was too small to love and appreciate Christmas. We know the story. All the Who’s down in Whoville make the Grinch cringe with all their ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Characters Of Christmas: The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017
     | 8,369 views

    A look at the shepherds around the manger.

    History and pop culture have given a cast of characters to surround us at Christmas. The characters evoke smiles, joy, reverence, excitement, anticipation and happy memories. Some, like Santa Claus have sacred beginnings, but most are purely secular in nature. That’s okay, for they still bring joy ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Christmas Story Through The Eyes Of Joseph Series

    Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Dec 7, 2017
     | 7,658 views

    A Candlelight service told mostly through the eyes of Joseph

    Christmas Eve Candlelight service Saturday, December 24, 2016 The following narrative is based on scriptures from Matthew 1 and Luke 1 & 2 and from On this Holy Night by Max Lucado. I did this as a first person monologue and my daughter helped me out by playing Mary. Please feel free to use ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Journey To Joy Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 11, 2017
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     | 14,286 views

    The angel announced a message of "great joy". But the world often confuses Joy with Happiness and ends up being disappointed. What brings us joy and what difference does that make in our lives?

    OPEN: I love to sing Christmas Carols, so this morning we’re going to start out the sermon with “Joy to the World”. If you would, stand and sing it with me. 1. Joy to the world the Lord has come, let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare him room And heaven and nature sing, and heaven and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Angel's Song Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 12, 2017
     | 4,240 views

    Good News, Hope for All, God's Glory

    THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS - The Angel’s Song December 11, 2022 Luke 2:1-20 Introduction: Kari and I were watching a Christian concert the other day with Casting Crowns and she said...“Wow, look at the crowd…and it’s a packed auditorium. And I thought…“Mmmmm…what’s the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Shepherds And The Birth Of Jesus. Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Dec 15, 2017
     | 9,991 views

    Explains the reason for the angel's announcement to the shepherds. Who were these shepherds.

    The Shepherds and the birth of Jesus. Luke 2:1-20 When John the Baptist saw Jesus coming to him while he was baptising, he exclaimed, “Behold the Lamb of God, which takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29, KJV). Before we look at the famous statement by John the Baptist upon seeing Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    You Are Allmost There Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 17, 2017
     | 8,031 views

    We are almost there - to experiencing the heart of Christmas – to experiencing a miracle laying in a manger, to being touched by the Spirit of Christmas so don’t give up, don’t try to speed it up the miracle, instead cherish the moments that lead up to th

    Opening Video Illustration: Christmas gifts Series: Simply Christmas Our goal in this series is to challenge all of us to simplify Christmas and get back to what makes Christmas a matter of the heart – which simply is experiencing Jesus the one born in a stable, laid in a manger, and wrapped in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is Christmas Pagan?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 21, 2017
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     | 5,493 views

    Is Christmas pagan? Is it okay for Christians to observe? Is Christmas even in the Bible?

    Prelude Is Christmas pagan? Is it okay for Christians to observe? Is Christmas even in the Bible? Purpose: Let’s examine the worth of Christmas and why it’s a perfectly fine Christian celebration. Plan: Let’s ask some questions that are controversial in some churches and look at the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Christmas Meditation"

    Contributed by Kenneth Sauer on Dec 21, 2017
     | 4,644 views

    A sermon about GRACE.

    Christmas Meditation Luke 2:1-20 After reading through the Gospels and studying about the kind of companion Jesus was, and knowing what He taught about love for neighbors Mark Scandrette and his friend Joseph decided to try some experiments in radical openness to people. Riding the bus home ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The People Who Found Christ Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 22, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,079 views

    This sermon shows some people who found Christ.

    Introduction A few days ago, I received a Christmas newsletter from a friend of mine who is serving as a missionary in Japan. Here is what he wrote in his newsletter: Dear Friends, Christmas music came early this year. My family found a radio station that started playing 24-hour-a-day Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Pursuing The King Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 22, 2017
     | 4,721 views

    The Shepherds had a choice to make after receiving the message. What will they do? What will you do?

    INTRODUCTION " SLIDE #1 " Christmas is tomorrow! I am sure most of you are excited for the day to come. " Many children are excited because they are waiting in anticipation of receiving something they have been hoping to get for a while. " I remember the excitement I had to go see Santa Claus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    Slapped In The Face With Love Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,012 views

    A sermon about taking Jesus to the party, and why God loves you enough to be born as a baby

    One little known fact about Father Christmas - and I am not making this up - is that in the year 325AD he punched someone in the face. I am sure he was very sorry about it afterwards. It certainly flies in the face of Jesus’s teaching about loving your enemies. Father Christmas is best known for ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Christmas Spiritual Contrasts

    Contributed by Jay Bunting on Dec 25, 2017
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     | 4,280 views

    A look at the spiritual reactions to the birth of the Christ.

    Luke 2:1-20 Christmas contrasts It is a time of great rejoicing in the palace, for a prince has just been born. Near the throne there is a lively discussion going on as the king’s advisers are making their suggestions concerning the best way to announce to the wonderful news. They have suggested ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Real Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 26, 2017
     | 4,711 views

    CHRISTMAS IS GOD WANTING TO BE WITH YOU! To go with you to your work, to your house, to be a part of every aspect of our lives. God yearns for relationship, fellowship with us.

    THE REAL MEANING OF CHRISTMAS INTRO HUMOR: CHRISTMAS FIREMAN 1. A man visited a small Mississippi town. There was a "Nativity Scene" that showed great skill and talent had gone into creating it. One small feature bothered him. 2. The three wise men were wearing firemen's helmets. Totally ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God