Sermons on American History:

Isaiah’s Little Apocalypse Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 19, 2022

God has a plan for us; but He also has an even more complex plan for history. History is heading to a conclusion and toward a purpose, His glory.

Isaiah’s Little Apocalypse (Isaiah 24:17-23, 25:6-8, 26:19-21, 27:12-13) 1. A chauffeur had driven the chemistry professor to dozens of speaking engagements. He’d heard the same canned speech scores of times. He said on the way to another engagement, "Professor, I believe I could give your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 24:17-23, Isaiah 25:6-8, Isaiah 26:19-21, Isaiah 27:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Much More Than Collecting Food

Contributed by Jeferson Tavares on Nov 8, 2020

There are countless examples of people who have been altruistic throughout human history.

Much More Than Collecting Food Text: Psalm 41: 1-4; Lev. 25: 35-38; Deut. 15: 7-11 Introduction: There are countless examples of people who have been altruistic throughout human history. Think of some acquaintances. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Princess Diana Diana, Princess of Wales (Diana Frances, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 41:1-4, Leviticus 25:35-38

Preaching From Philippians # 12

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

All the nations on earth desire to have peace, but as you know, all nations do not have peace. There is a reason for that. For example, many Americans discovered during the Iraq war that peace comes at a high price. This is difficult for many Americans to comprehend because of two reasons:

(1) As Americans, we are used to watching Clint Eastwood ride into town on a horse, and in one hour clean up the meanest town in the west. We wonder why the United States military can’t do the same in one hour! (2) Americans see other nations are having wars on their streets, but we have never ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Friend Of God

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 23, 2020

When Jimmy Carter was President of the United States, on several occasions he spent the night in the homes of common Americans, picked somewhat at random. It was an attempt on his part to show that he was in touch with the average American, that he understood the way we live and the concerns we have

A Friend of God 1. Genesis 18:16-21 2. Isaiah 41:8 Psalm 25 When Jimmy Carter was President of the United States, on several occasions he spent the night in the homes of common Americans, picked somewhat at random. It was an attempt on his part to show that he was in touch with the average ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-21, Isaiah 41:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Harlot Mountain; Forgotten Mountain Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 13, 2000

A lesson from history on what America needs now, after the election

The LORD said also unto me in the days of Josiah the king, Hast thou seen that which backsliding Israel hath done? she is gone up upon every high mountain and under every green tree, and there hath played the harlot. Jeremiah 3:6 My people hath been lost sheep: their shepherds have caused them to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:6

Denomination: United Methodist

Conflict Of Ages

Contributed by Dan Shubin on May 27, 2002

About the concept of Christian pacifism and conscientious objection to military service, in the Bible and history.

THE CONFLICT OF AGES Daniel H. Shubin He (the Messiah) will judge between the nations, and will decide for many people; and they will beat their swords into plows and their spears into pruning shears; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Isaiah 2:4

Denomination: Apostolic

He Has Risen!

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Apr 25, 2019

Words are powerful. Words can change a person's life. Words can change history. Consider how three words on Easter morning, "He has risen!" have changed human history - have changed your history!

“Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.” John F. Kennedy – January 20, 1961 “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed…” – Dr. Martin Luther King – August 28, 1963 “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:17, 1 Corinthians 15:20, Matthew 28:6, Mark 16:6, Luke 20:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Freed To Be A Slave! Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

The Christians great Emancipation from slavery to Sin!

Freed to be a Slave! Romans 6:15–23 INTRODUCTION On September 22, 1862, Abraham Lincoln signed and presented the Emancipation Proclamation. This great document and speech would change the course of American History leading us into the Civil War. Most importantly though the Emancipation ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Priest Jesus-Go See Your Priest Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jan 25, 2024

Who is Jesus?A good question. How does He impact our life daily? Hebrews says He is a Priest. What does that mean to you and me?

Who is the most interesting guy you’ve ever met? In 2006 there was a marketing campaign that said it was this guy; Don Equis. Yet, the guys real name was Jonathan Goldsmith. Yet, he played the role of “Don Equis; the most interesting man in the world.” He depicted a debonair, cosmopolitan ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-28, Genesis 14:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Terrorism And Suffering, And The Hope Of The Gospel

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Apr 22, 2013

Terrorism and suffering are all around us in the United States, but we find peace and comfort in God’s presence, and the great hope in the Gospel of His Son.

BOSTON (AP) — The boy who was killed in the Boston Marathon bombings was remembered by neighbors Tuesday as a vivacious 8-year-old who loved to run and climb. Martin Richard was among the three people killed in the explosions Monday, according to U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch, a friend of the family for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18

Denomination: Friends

Live Your Freedom

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jun 30, 2004

The "free-est" person in the world isn’t an American. It’s a Christian! How to live your freedom.

Galatians 5:1, 13-25: LIVE YOUR FREEDOM Today is Independence Day, the day that we as a country celebrate the fact that we are free. Freedom is such a great blessing, but unless you’ve been a slave, or you’ve been in jail, you’ll probably never really know just how great it is to be free. What ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Esther : ¶une Orpheline Qui A Sauvé Une Nation

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Feb 25, 2005

Esther this young girl, who gains the american idol of this time ! A woman of purpose, a woman of courage, a woman of faith !

¶Esther : ¶UnE Orpheline Qui A sauvé Une Nation Esther 4:12-17 ¶ ¶L’histoire que je vais partager avec vous lit aujourd’hui comme un film de télévision. ¶Dans ce film nous trouverons, suspens, intrigue, trahison, conspiration, et trahison. ¶La distribution des personnages inclut : ¶un roi, une ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Developing "Harvest Eyes"

Contributed by Randy Chestnut on Apr 20, 2005

A message to challenge American Christians to change the way we see our country (USA), our church and ourselves.

We have all had the experience of reading our Bible and having a verse, a phrase or even a word leap off the page and grab our spirit. When that happens, the Lord is obviously trying to tell us something. Recently, I have had that experience while studying, John 4. In verse 4, we read “But He ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

It's Harvest Time

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Mar 4, 2009

Brief message preached at beginning of week of Prayer for North American Missions after testimony from a NAMB missionary.

Introduction: Like we’ve been discussing the last few weeks, it is so easy for us to get bogged down in what is going on around us, we can, like the old adage says, “Miss the forest through the trees.” What that means is we live in a world full of lost people and don’t seem to see that we live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

A Repairer Of The Breach

Contributed by Arliss Beavers on Jan 31, 2008

The downward spiral of American families minus discipline and Biblical correctness, which is our only hope as a repairer of the breach.

2-3-08 A Repairer of the Breach Isiah 58:12 "And they that shall be of thee shall build the old waste places: thou shall raise up the foundations of many generations; and you shall be called, The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in". My grandson got my attention ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:12

Denomination: Church Of God