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Luke 2:1-20, John 1 Part V of the Advent Sermon Series "Once Upon an Advent" Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Read the manuscripts of our latest sermons at: https://www.spres.org/worship/sermons/ 

The Miracle-Son and the God Who Can: An Advent Sermon on Luke 1:26–38 by Jason S. DeRouchie

Pursuing a Life of Significance: An Advent Sermon on Luke 1:57–80 by Jason S. DeRouchie

A Christmas Eve sermon on the power of words, the incarnation of God's Word in Jesus, and how peace, hope, joy, and love shape the way we speak and live in a divided world.

Luke 1:26-38, I John 4:7-12 Part IV of the Advent Sermon Series "Once Upon an Advent" Sermon by the Rev. Elizabeth N.H. Link from the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 21, 2025. Read the manuscripts of our latest sermons at: https://www.spres.org/worship/sermons/ 

 In a world shaped by fear, division, and self-protection, what does biblical love actually look like?In this Advent message, Choosing Love in a Selfish World, we explore Isaiah's promise of Immanuel—God with us—and discover that God's response to fear is not control or power, but faithful, compassionate presence. Drawing from Scripture, the life of Jesus, and a deeply personal pastoral encounter, this message invites us to see love not as sentiment or comfort, but as courageous presence that refuses to abandon others in vulnerability.Biblical love shows up when answers are unavailable, when fear tempts us to withdraw, and when power feels safer than presence. Advent reminds us that love has already come down—and the question is whether we will choose to live that love now.Scripture: Isaiah 7:10–16 Series: Waking to God's Dream

Pastor Jim teaches from Luke 1 and reflects on Zechariah's transformation from silence to rejoicing. After nine months of being unable to speak, Zechariah bursts out with a prophetic song proclaiming God's faithfulness—not because his situation is perfect, but because he sees that God has entered the story. Jim challenges us to consider what we are beholding this season and invites us to see solitude and silence not as punishment but preparation. Zechariah's praise points beyond his own miracle to the greater hope of Jesus, the one who leads us into peace. Through remembering God's promises and faithfulness to David, Abraham, and all of Israel, we are reminded that true joy flows from trusting the God who keeps His word and enters our lives with light in the midst of darkness.

Matthew 1:18-25 "God Did It All!"   Preacher: Ronny Nguyen

An Advent Sermon on Isaiah 37:26-32 ME - The Walls are Crashing In Picture King Hezekiah standing on the walls of Jerusalem. Hezekiah standing on those walls, surrounded, questioning, desperate—that was 2,700 years ago. But you've been there too, haven't you? WE - Identify the shared tension Maybe not…

1. The trees of Christmas2. God promised a Branch who would renew King David's dynasty and usher in righteousnessIsaiah prophesied a Branch and a Root from the stump of Jesse (Isaiah 11:1-10)Jeremiah prophesied a righteous saviour Branch (Jeremiah 33:14-18)3. A thousand years of disappointmentZedekiah – Failed to bring righteousness (King – 597-586 BC)He did not rule with righteousness so Judah was conquered (2 Kings, 25:1-12; 2 Chronicles 36:11-14)Zerubbabel – failed to bring renewal (Governor – 538-515 BC)Governor of Judea after the exile (Ezra 3:8; Haggai 1:12)Helped rebuild the Temple but didn't bring the hoped for renewal (Zech. 4:9; 6:11-12; 3:8)4. Jesus is the Branch!A Branch who renewed the line of DavidA descendant of David who will receive the throne (Matthew 1; Luke 1:32-33)An inhabitant of Nazareth (Matthew 2:23)A Nazarene who lived in a town named for branch (Netzer in Hebrew), with descendants of David living thereIs Matthew's appeal to "the prophets" a broad reference to the many Old Testament promises of a messiah descended from David, but with a particular play on the word netzer, “branch,” from Isaiah 11:1? Though the royal line was hacked down to a stump, from that stump a shoot or branch would one day spring up. Matthew may be saying of Jesus, “He shall be called that ‘branch' of David,” that is, his long awaited son, the Messiah of Israel.Paul Barnett, Jesus & the Rise of Early Christianity, 92-93A Root who secured righteousness (Rev. 5:5; 22:16; Romans 15:12; cf. Isaiah 11:1, 10; 4:2)5. Find renewal and righteousness in Jesus the Branch this ChristmasShelter under the loving rule of JesusSeek to live a righteous life under Jesus

Isaiah 35:1-10, Luke 2:8-20 Part III of the Advent Sermon Series "Once Upon an Advent" Sermon by the Rev. Ben Brannan from the Third Sunday of Advent, December 14, 2025. Read the manuscripts of our latest sermons at: https://www.spres.org/worship/sermons/

Send us a textJoy can feel like the first thing to disappear during the Christmas season--especially when life feels unresolved. In this Advent message, Pastor Jason explores Luke 1:39-45 and reminds us that biblical joy does not wait for everything to make sense.As Mary visits Elizabeth, joy erupts not because circumstances have changed, but because God's promises are trusted. This sermon invites listeners to rediscover a childlike faith that believes God is faithful--even in the waiting.Whether you're walking through Advent for the first time or returning to faith with questions, this sermon offers encouragement, honesty, and hope rooted in Jesus. Discover how joy grows when we trust God like a child.Episodes in the "Like a Child" series:Hope like a ChildPeace like a ChildJoy like a ChildLove like a ChildLinkoln shares his story on why he started coming to Ravenna Church of the Nazarene and shares why you should consider doing the same.Ravenna Church of the Nazarene530 Main Street, Ravenna, KY 40472Support the showThe Dirt Path Sermon Podcast is a place for real sermons that speak to real life. Subscribe and walk the path with us every week. Consider visiting Ravenna Church of the Nazarene where Pastor Jason is the Senior Pastor. Have a prayer need? Want to share something with Pastor Jason? Email rav.naz.ky@gmail.com

Sermon from 12/14/2025 at Church of Our Saviour in Jacksonville, FL.

 Biblical joy is not denial or optimism, but resilient trust in God's faithfulness. This Advent sermon from Isaiah 35 invites listeners to choose joy in the wilderness through gratitude, service, and generosity while living toward God's promised future. 

Dive into this powerful Advent sermon on the shepherds in Luke 2, exploring God's glorious arrival, the fear and trembling of His presence, and the transformative good news of great joy that changes everything. Discover why the gospel is still worth singing about—like the angels and shepherds—and how beholding Jesus as Savior and Lord brings true peace with God.Key moments:- Waiting in a distracted world- The shepherds' encounter with God's glory- Fear not: Understanding holy fear and repentance- The good news: A Savior who is Christ the Lord- Peace on earth: Reconciliation through the cross- Going and telling: We are the modern shepherdsIf you're waiting on God this Christmas season or seeking fresh wonder in the gospel, this message will encourage you to behold, praise, and share the arrival of Jesus.

In this profound and hope-filled Advent message, Pastor Karl continues the Christmas series with an honest, Scripture-saturated exploration of the third great gift Jesus brings: joy. Turning to the familiar yet astonishing encounter in Luke 1:26–38, Pastor Karl places us in the world of a young, powerless Mary—living in obscurity, poverty, and spiritual dryness under Roman oppression—when an angel suddenly declares her “highly favored” and announces she will bear the Son of God as a virgin.With pastoral clarity and compassion, Pastor Karl redefines biblical joy not as a forced smile, fleeting happiness, or denial of pain, but as a deep, settled confidence and calm cheerfulness in God—even when circumstances feel devastating. Mary's potentially ruinous situation (public shame, rejection, and lifelong stigma) becomes the backdrop for a joy that is rooted not in perfect conditions but in surrender to a perfect Savior. Joy, he shows, is not situational; it flows from trusting God's greater reality, His unchanging character, and His presence when clarity is absent.Drawing from Mary's radical response—“Let it be to me according to your word”—Pastor Karl tenderly calls every listener to the same doorway of lasting joy: radical surrender. Whether facing disappointment, health struggles, dashed dreams, or seasons of grief, joy grows when we release control, timelines, and the need to understand, and instead say “Yes, Lord” to whatever He has spoken. This is essential listening for anyone longing to move beyond seasonal happiness into the quiet, resilient cheerfulness that only Christ, born in a manger and risen from an empty tomb, can give.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Pursuing peace is courageous working for the flourishing for all people, no matter the cost. Join us today as Zach W. Lambert continues our Advent series by talking about how Jesus came to bring peace on earth and how we can be a part of that mission!We live-stream every Sunday at 9:30am CT. If you'd like to connect with Restore, go to www.restoreaustin.org/connect.Resources Referenced:Liturgies for Resisting Empire by Kat ArmasThe Bible Project: Peace by Tim MackieLetter from a Birmingham Jail by Martin Luther King Jr.Advent Sermon on Peace by Sarah Lea West

Matthew 11:2-11    Preacher: Pastor Jonathan Fischer

An Advent Sermon on Isaiah 41:17-20 Me: Seasons of life that are barren Droughts in the West and the need for rain. Seasons when faith feels dry, empty, and exhausting • Doing the right things but sensing no life or growth • Wondering if God is present or silent We: Trying to work our way out of those…

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Isaiah 9:2-7, Luke 3:1-6 Part II of the Advent Sermon Series "Once Upon an Advent" Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from the Second Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025. Read the manuscripts of our latest sermons at: https://www.spres.org/worship/sermons/ 

 Pastor Mark unpacks Isaiah 11 and shows how biblical hope empowers us to resist despair, trust God's promises, and work for justice. Hope is not optimism—it's courageous, faithful resistance in a fearful world. 

Join Pastor Katie for the second Advent Sermon entitled "Welcome Strangers" where we look at the hospitality shown by Mary and Joseph.  Scripture is Matthew 2:1-12. 

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Ever wonder what happens when an ordinary "yes" becomes extraordinary? In Luke 1, Pastor Blake unpacks Mary's life-changing encounter with Gabriel, revealing how God transforms unexpected moments into divine appointments. Through Mary's surprise, surrender, and song, we discover that faith begins in unlikely places and flourishes through simple obedience. Whether you're feeling overlooked or facing impossible circumstances, this message will inspire you to embrace God's word with fresh confidence. Don't miss this powerful reminder that the joy of His presence arrives when we dare to say "yes" to God's purposes—watch or listen now to experience how your ordinary "yes" can become something extraordinary!

Matthew 3:1-12   Preacher: Pastor Jonathan Fischer

Isaiah 11 (selected verses), Luke 1 (selected verses) Part I of the Advent Sermon Series "Once Upon an Advent" Sermon by the Rev. Elizabeth N.H. Link from the first Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025. "No matter where we are or how we feel this Advent Sunday, God is still telling the same story: • Hope doesn't wait for perfect conditions. • Hope grows in unexpected places. • Hope shines through ordinary things touched by love. • Hope is God's quiet, stubborn insistence that the story is not over." Read the manuscripts of our latest sermons at: https://www.spres.org/worship/sermons/

In this stirring and deeply encouraging Advent message, Pastor Karl launches the new series The King Has Come with a powerful exploration of the first great gift Jesus brings: hope.Turning to Luke 2 and the quiet, largely forgotten figures of Simeon and Anna, Pastor Karl paints a vivid picture of two elderly saints who spent decades waiting in faithful obscurity—praying unanswered prayers, worshiping through silence, and serving without recognition. Yet the moment a 40-day-old baby was carried into the temple, their Spirit-illuminated eyes saw what the crowds missed: the long-promised Messiah, the Consolation of Israel, the Redemption of Jerusalem.Through their story, Pastor Karl reveals that biblical hope is not wishful thinking; it is the confident, unshakable expectation of future good rooted in the unchanging character and faithfulness of God. Hope grows in the hidden soil of daily faithfulness, thrives when God chooses to work in silence, and celebrates the tiny seed because it already trusts the coming harvest. Simeon and Anna never saw Jesus preach, heal, or rise from the dead—yet they held the infant King and departed in peace, because they knew who He was long before they saw what He would do.A tender yet convicting word for everyone who has waited a long time and is still waiting, prayed a long time and is still praying, and hoped a long time and is still hoping. In a season that can feel rushed and noisy, this message calls us to slow down, stay faithful, and train our eyes to recognize the presence of the King—even when He shows up wrapped in the ordinary, the small, and the seemingly insignificant.Because the King has come, hope is not dead. It is alive, resilient, and bubbling up in every heart that keeps showing up and keeps looking for Jesus. Essential listening for anyone who needs fresh hope this Christmas.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

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This is the first of the Advent Sermon series, "The Savior Has Come." 

Matthew 21:1-11 "Who Is This?"   Preacher: Pastor Jonathan Fischer

Advent Sermon 1 Luke 4:16-21 Good News!! November 30 2025 Mt. Olive Baptist Church

An Advent Sermon on Isaiah 11:1-9 Theme: God has a King who will set all things right and bring justice to our world. Live and walk in this truth. Image: A shoot growing out of a dead stump. Need: Trust that the King is coming. Mission: Live knowing that the King is coming to bring justice and restore…

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Advent Sermon #4 - The Loving Gospel (John 3:16-17, Luke 1:26-27) - Rev. Donnell T. Wyche - a2vc.org. Like us on fb.com/vineyardannarbor or watch our livestream Sundays @ 10:45am - vimeo.com/annarborvineyard Summary: In this final Sunday of Advent, Pastor Donnell explores the transformative power of love through the Christmas narrative. He challenges our understanding of love beyond mere feelings, presenting it as an active force that moves toward us, exemplified perfectly in God's decision to enter human history as a child. Through engaging illustrations, including a conversation with a four-year-old about the nature of love, he demonstrates how love transcends emotion to become tangible action. The sermon traces humanity's complex relationship with God, from the Garden of Eden through various covenants, leading to God's ultimate expression of love in sending Jesus. Drawing from John 3:16-17 and Luke 1:26-27, Pastor Donnell illustrates how Christmas represents God's decisive move toward humanity, choosing vulnerability over power to demonstrate perfect love. This divine approach reveals that love isn't passive but actively seeks connection, transforms relationships, and overcomes barriers. The message culminates by exploring how God's love enables our own capacity to love others. Referencing Matthew 22:36-40 and 1 John 4:18-19, Pastor Donnell explains that authentic love flows from experiencing God's love first. He concludes with a practical breathing exercise designed to help listeners internalize God's unconditional love, emphasizing that receiving God's love forms the foundation for loving others effectively.

Listen: John 7:37-44. “But some said, ‘Is the Christ to come from Galilee? Has not the Scripture said that the Christ comes from the offspring of David, and comes from Bethlehem, the village where David was?'” View a complete list of sermons from Advent.Or visit the Big … Continue reading →

Advent Sermon #3 - The Joyful Gospel Revealed (Luke 2:10-11) - Jonathan Hurshman - a2vc.org. Like us on fb.com/vineyardannarbor or watch our livestream Sundays @ 10:45am - vimeo.com/annarborvineyard Summary: In this third Sunday of Advent, Jonathan Hurshman challenges the common Christian cliché that "joy is not based on circumstances." Drawing from both scripture and neuroscience research by Dr. Alan Shore, he presents joy as "the experience of being with someone who is glad to be with you." Through the Advent narrative of the shepherds receiving good news of great joy, he demonstrates how this understanding of joy aligns with God's consistent desire to be present with His people. The sermon weaves through biblical examples from Luke 2, Philippians 4, and the story of the Prodigal Son to show how joy is fundamentally relational rather than circumstantial. Hurshman explains that joy can coexist with other emotions, including sorrow, because it's rooted in God's presence rather than the absence of difficulty. Using Rembrandt's "Return of the Prodigal Son" and insights from early church teachings about the Trinity, he illustrates how God's joy in being with us enables our joy in being with Him. The message concludes with practical applications for cultivating joy through breath prayers, building genuine community, and developing our imagination of God's gladness to be with us. He emphasizes that while we cannot directly manufacture joy, we can create space for it to grow by staying connected to God and others, understanding that "God is more glad to be with us than we can imagine."

Listen: Matthew 2:1-18. “When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.” Visit the Big Creek EPC sermon archives.

Advent Sermon #2 - The Peaceful Gospel (Luke 1:7-13) - Rev. Donnell T. Wyche - a2vc.org. Like us on fb.com/vineyardannarbor or watch our livestream Sundays @ 10:45am - vimeo.com/annarborvineyard Summary: In this second Sunday of Advent, Pastor Donnell revisits Zechariah and Elizabeth's story, exploring how their season of silence and waiting became the fertile ground for God's peace. Through their narrative, he illuminates that peace isn't the absence of trouble but rather the presence of God in our circumstances. The sermon challenges the oversimplified notion that knowing God automatically equals peace, acknowledging the complex journey of developing peace through relationship and dependence on God. Luke's account strategically uses Elizabeth's barrenness to illustrate God's creative power and divine timing. Pastor Donnell explains how, just as Israel yearned for rescue, this story reveals how God births peace from barren places, demonstrating that divine interruptions often occur in life's ordinary moments. Zechariah's encounter with the angel while performing his routine priestly duties exemplifies how God's peace arrives unexpectedly, transforming our perspective even when circumstances remain unchanged. The message concludes by contrasting worldly paths to peace with God's approach of finding peace through divine presence. Pastor Donnell offers practical guidance through an ancient breath prayer exercise, reminding us that peace isn't an achievement but a Presence we receive. Drawing from Philippians 4:4-9, he emphasizes that God's peace transcends understanding and guards our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, even amid life's interruptions and struggles.

Listen: Luke 2:1-7. “Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David.” Visit the Big Creek EPC sermon archives.

Advent Sermon on Peace from Isaiah 50:4-11. Servant Songs of Isaiah. Advent 2024.

This Sunday, December 1, 2024 Esther Baird began our Advent sermon series, and read from Ruth 1: 1-22. Join us to hear about the context behind the book of Ruth and the fact that God doesn't deal in cliffhanger situations! 00:00 - Pre-sermon 03:41 - Advent Sermon 04:31 - The Book of Ruth: Context is Everything 09:58 - Ruth 1 12:28 - The Bad Beginning 24:06 - An Unlikely Convert 32:10 - The Cliffhanger

Advent Sermon #1 - The Hopeful Gospel Revealed - Rev. Donnell T. Wyche - a2vc.org. Like us on fb.com/vineyardannarbor or watch our livestream Sundays @ 10:45am - vimeo.com/annarborvineyard Summary: In this first Sunday of Advent, Pastor Donnell explores the inherent hope found within the gospel through the lens of Zechariah and Elizabeth's story. Drawing from Luke 1, he examines how this faithful couple's journey from barrenness to blessing mirrors our own experiences of waiting and divine intervention. Through their narrative, we discover that God's silence doesn't equate to God's absence, and that hope often emerges in unexpected places and ordinary moments.   Pastor Donnell challenges us to choose between nihilism and hope, sharing personal insights about finding God in life's mundane moments – even while washing dishes. He presents three key ways the gospel brings hope: God enters our story, our current circumstances don't define our future, and God's redemptive work encompasses all of creation. Through engaging storytelling and thoughtful reflection, he illustrates how the gospel guarantees that God's promises find their fulfillment in Christ.   The sermon concludes with a practical spiritual exercise called "be in the room," teaching listeners how to rest in God's presence amidst life's distractions. Pastor Donnell shares accessible techniques for managing wandering thoughts during quiet time with God, comparing them to boats passing by while we remain anchored on the shoreline. This timely message reminds us that during Advent's darkening days, hope shines brightest when we learn to trust in God's presence in both light and darkness.