Sermon Themes

We’ve been waiting for this season to arrive all year long, but when Christmas comes, it comes quickly and furiously and suddenly we are feeling busy and overwhelmed with all that it brings. May we not get so distracted by the busyness and all of the activities of the season that we forget what the season is all about. May we pause during the season to focus on Jesus and the beautiful gift of his presence. What must you do to prepare your heart for this season to focus on the birth of our Savior?

Christmas is a time to gather together with family and friends. This is a time when we recall memories from the past. Sometimes the memories are happy and joyful; other times they are sad. Jesus knows our weaknesses, hurts, and pain. This season is remembering and knowing the promises of God and knowing the Jesus was sent to earth to bring us comfort, joy, and hope because of the love of God. What memories are you holding onto today? Where do you need comfort and healing?

It was that one “holy night” a long time ago when Jesus was born into the world to save the world. Even despite the weariness and hardships, Jesus brings joy in the midst of our struggles. The birth of Jesus reminds us of the grace and love of God. The birth of Jesus isn’t a nostalgic moment that happened in the past, it reminds us that God often moves in mighty and powerful ways today – in ways we might even overlook or forget.

Unity Service: Christmas Cantata and Children/Youth drama

The shepherds tended to their flocks by night when suddenly they saw the angels and heard about the promise that Jesus’ birth would be “good news…for all the people.” The good news of Jesus brings joy, awe, and wonder. We have received the promises. Through Christ, we have received the gift of redemption. How are you rejoicing in this good news for everyone? How have you received the good news and how are you sharing it?