Christmas Grace and Other Cycle a Sermons for Advent/Christmas/Epiphany

Christmas Grace
Second Reading Sermons on Advent/Christmas/Epiphany
Timothy J. Smith

In each of Sunday's assigned lectionary readings -- the First, Second, and Gospel lessons -- we are invited to view the glorious narrative of scripture through three different, yet harmonious, perspectives. In the second lesson, we become witnesses to the growth and development of the early church as described in the epistles of Paul and the other apostles. As the early Christians take their first steps in their faith, we too learn how to travel on our own journey with Christ.

Christmas Grace kicks off the lectionary year in the celebrations of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. Smith journeys through the New Testament lessons, offering fresh insight for the twenty-first-century church as they celebrate this time of new beginnings.

This collection of sermons is a valuable resource for:

• Sermon starters and illuminating illustrations
• Gaining a new homiletical perspective to the lectionary
• Offering a newer, deeper understanding and appreciation of Scripture
• Using as a starter for adult Bible study groups or personal devotions

This insightful collection of sermons includes:

• Wake Up Call
• The Gift that Matters
• Divided We Fall
• ... and many more

Timothy J. Smith is the pastor of First United Methodist Church in Millersville, Pennsylvania. He holds degrees from Millersville University (B.A. History/American History) and United Theological Seminary (M.Div.). He has also pastored three other UMC churches in Pennsylvania. He is married with two children, and his interests also include photography.