In Sermon Illustrations: "Why Suffering"

In Reality, Moral Rules Are Directions For ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"In reality, moral rules are directions for running the human machine. Every moral rule is there to prevent a breakdown, or a strain, or a friction, in running that machine. That is why these rules at ...read more

Tags: Christian Values

When Childhood Dies, Its Corpses Are Called ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"When childhood dies, its corpses are called adults and they enter society, one of the politer names of hell. That is why we dread children, even if ...read more

Tags: Human Life

The Feeling Of Aha, That's It, Which ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"The feeling of aha, that's it, which accompanies the clothing of a situation with meaning, is emotionally very satisfying, and is the major charm of scientific research, or artistic creation, and of the ...read more

Tags: Revelation, Truth

African Proverb

Contributed by Sermon Central on Mar 24, 2009

African proverb: If you want to travel fast, travel alone. If you want to travel far, go together. (From a sermon by Anthony ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:8-12

Tags: Church Body Of Christ

In Hank Ketcham's Comic Strip "Dennis The ...

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 17, 2007

In Hank Ketcham’s comic strip "Dennis the Menace," Dennis asks his father, "Why can’t Christmas ever go into overtime?" ...read more

Called To Serve

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

In 1884, a devastating famine struck India, claiming over 50 lakh lives. In the midst of despair, Christian organizations from America, driven by compassion, sailed to India to provide medical aid and sustenance. Dr. John, accompanied by his daughter Ida Scudder, arrived in Ranipet. The dire ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Tags: Service, Called

Denomination: Other

The Reason For Evangelism

Contributed by John Bright on May 15, 2025

The Reason for Evangelism The “WHY” might be the most important missing part for choosing to not share a personal testimony and the Good News with other folks. I recently read the book, “Five Little Words to Change a Life,” by Nick and Rozanne Savoca (2022). Nick shares an experience that uses a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 15:11-32

Tags: Evangelism, Prodigal Son

Denomination: Methodist

The Story Is Told Of A 10-Year-Old Boy Who ...

Contributed by David Owens on May 17, 2010

The story is told of a 10-year-old boy who decided to study Judo despite the fact that he had lost his left arm in a devastating car accident. 1. The boy began lessons with an old Japanese Judo master. 2. The boy was doing well, but he couldn't understand why, after three months of training the ...read more

Tags: Victory, Trials And Difficulties

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

British Clergyman Repudiates The ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Jun 6, 2010

British Clergyman Repudiates the Church’s Traditional Understanding of the Cross The Very Reverend Dr. Jeffrey Philip Hywel John believes that the church’s traditional understanding of the cross of Christ is both “repulsive” and “insane.” His comments in the spring of 2007 about the cross ignited a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Tags: Cross, False Doctrine

Parachute Failed On Christian At 3500 Feet

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 24, 2025

Parachute failed on Christian at 3500 feet Psalm 144:15 - Happy is that people, whose God is the LORD!" *Daniel Cave certainly proved this to be true. In 2005, Daniel was on his very first skydiving jump in Washington State. On the way down, his parachute failed to open. Daniel didn’t fall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 144:15

Tags: High Tower, The Lord Our Rock, Righteous War, Praise The Lord, Mortality, Traitors, Deceivers, The Lord Of Hosts, Floods, Joy, Fortress, God's Help, Deliverer, King David, Brevity, Shield, Salvation  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

I Like The Story Of A Little Boy Who Was Asked If ...  PRO

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 17, 2001

I like the story of a little boy who was asked if he believed in God. He answered, “Well, yes I do.” When asked why, he said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Tags: Parenting, Children, Family

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Like The Story Of A Little Boy Who Was Asked If ...  PRO

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 2, 2001

I like the story of a little boy who was asked if he believed in God. He answered, “Well, yes I do.” When asked why, he said, ...read more

Tags: Children, Apologetics God

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Sunday School Teacher Asked Her Little ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Dec 8, 2005

A Sunday school teacher asked her little children, as they were on the way to church service, "And why is it necessary to be quiet in church?" One bright little girl ...read more

Tags: Church General

When You Write, You Make A Sound In The Readers ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 11, 2007

"When you write, you make a sound in the readers head. It can be a dull mumble thats why so much government prose makes you sleepy or it can be ...read more

Tags: Books And Literature

Not Until Each Loom Is Silent And The Shuttles ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"Not until each loom is silent And the shuttles cease to fly, Will God unroll the pattern And explain the reason why The dark threads are as needful In the Weaver's skilful hand As ...read more

Tags: Promises Of God

A Little Boy Was Asked By His Mother If He Knew ...  PRO

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

A little boy was asked by his mother if He knew the name of God’s Son. "Yes," replied, "it is Andy." Curious she asked why. "Because the ...read more

Tags: God The Father, Descriptions Of God

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Intellect Has Little To Do On The Road To ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"The intellect has little to do on the road to discovery. There comes a leap in consciousness, call it intuition or what you will, and the solution comes to you and you dont ...read more

Tags: Discovery

There Are Times When I Feel That He Has ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"There are times when I feel that he has withdrawn from me, and I have often given him cause, but Easter is always the answer ...read more

Tags: Easter Resurrection

Whenever You Obey God, His Seal Is Always That ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"Whenever you obey God, His seal is always that of peace, the witness of an unfathomable peace, which is not natural, but the peace of Jesus. Whenever peace does not come, ...read more

Tags: God's Provision

You Shouldnt Be Afraid To Fail, But You Should ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"You shouldnt be afraid to fail, but you should learn to fail intelligently. By that I mean, when you fail, find out why you failed, and each time ...read more

Tags: Hardship Of Life