Sermon Series

Characters at Christmas

4 sermons · December 2025

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Sermons in the "Characters at Christmas" series.

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35 min

Herod

Pastor Safrit examines the character of King Herod in Matthew 2:1-18, highlighting his fear and paranoia in response to the birth of Jesus. He emphasizes that Herod, despite knowing the truth about the Messiah, chose to reject and oppose Him, ultimately leading to violence and tragedy. The sermon challenges listeners to reflect on their own hearts and consider whether they are allowing Christ to reign in their lives or if they are resisting His authority out of fear of losing control.

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32 min

Jesus

Pastor Safrit walks through John 1:1-14, emphasizing the significance of Jesus' incarnation at Christmas. He highlights that Jesus, the eternal Word, became flesh to reveal God and offer salvation to humanity, despite being rejected by many. The sermon calls for a personal response to this gift of salvation, urging listeners to not merely admire Jesus but to fully receive Him into their lives.

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43 min

Mary

Pastor Safrit walks through Luke 1:46-56, focusing on Mary's song of praise in response to God's calling. He emphasizes that true praise comes not from our circumstances but from our confidence in God's faithfulness. The sermon encourages believers to recognize God's grace, trust in His promises, and maintain a posture of worship, even in uncertainty, just as Mary did when faced with the challenges of her unexpected pregnancy.

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The Shepherds

Pastor Safrit walks through Luke 2:8-20, focusing on the shepherds as ordinary people chosen by God to receive the announcement of Jesus' birth. He emphasizes that God often reveals Himself to the humble and overlooked, encouraging believers to be attentive to His presence in their lives. The sermon highlights the importance of immediate obedience to God's call and the shepherds' transformation into witnesses of the gospel, reminding the congregation that sharing their faith can have a profound impact on others.

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