Sermons on An Unexpected God:

Treasures

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 26, 2017

The kingdom of heaven is like treasures old and new.

Intro, Purpose & Plan Do we have any special treasures? Do we own heirlooms from distant lands? Are our families among our greatest treasures? Do we treat the things of God as our greatest treasures of all? Let’s look at some special aspects of the kingdom of heaven. The Kingdom of Heaven is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Magi Surface Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 21, 2015

The visit of the Magi piques our curiosity but also reveals the importance of honoring Jesus Christ — no matter how much effort it takes.

The Magi Surface (Matthew 2:1-12) 1. Some people think the Bible teaches that the fruit Adam and Eve ate in the Garden was an apple….. probably a fig. Most of us know the Christmas narratives fairly well, but we often assume things that the text does not actually say. 2. Lin Smalec writes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blights To Be Reckoned With Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 3, 2016

Our personal struggles and weaknesses have great bearing upon our relationships. We all have blights that plague us, and today we are going to look at three of them.

Blights to Be Reckoned With (Ecclesiastes 11:4, 9:18, 9:11b) 1. UPI recently ran an article about a man and his trash: “NEW YORK, Sept. 29 (UPI) -- A man has promised to wear a clear plastic suit containing every piece of garbage he produces for 30 days. A film crew will follow Rob ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does Church Attendance Matter?

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 18, 2012

A sermon to encourage faithful church attendance.

“Does Church Attendance Matter” Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Sin Of Externalism Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

I want to explore the characteristics of externalism today and offer a remedy for dealing with it if it begins to creep into your life.

The Sin of Externalism The Book of Mark Mark 2:15-3:6 I. Introduction: A. Do you consider yourself to be religious? B. A religious person is defined as one who exhibits religion. 1. One who practices the customs and observances of his faith. 2. He is often described as being pious, or devout. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Said About Responding To The Gospel Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 6, 2009

Some will respond to the gospel with 1) Callused Indifference. 2)Empty Emotionalism. 3)Worldly preoccupation 4. Life changing Faith

WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT RESPONDING TO THE GOSPEL MARK 4: 1-20 1. Illus. of dynamiting for fish (1001 Humorous Illustrations, # 151) • Punch-line: “are you going to talk, or are you going to fish?” 2. Life is filled with important decisions. “Whom will I marry?” “What do I want to do for a living?” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Snake Bit

Contributed by David Dailey on Aug 6, 2007

Learning to shake off the enemy.

Ac 28:1 And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita. 2 And the barbarous people showed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold. 3 And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Things Missing In Heaven

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

A reminder of some of the things heaven won't have.

IN HEAVEN “After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, Come up hither, and I will show thee things which must be hereafter.” Revelation 4:1 1. IN HEAVEN THERE WILL BE NO ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah - A Bold Builder

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011

In a day when his nation lay in ruins from the Lord’s Judgment, the Lord needed a man Bold enough and Committed enough to lead His people to rise up and rebuild. Nehemiah was that man. This message describes the man the lord uses to get the job done

TEXT: NEHEMIAH 6:15 TITLE: BOLD BUILDERS Author: JACK WOODARD ______________________________________________________________ "So the wall was finished in the twenty and fifth day of the month Elul, in fifty two days!" [Nehemiah ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15

Denomination: Baptist

Christ At The Door Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 30, 2012

Message about Christ standing at the door, salvation message.

Title: Christ at the Door Theme: Show the gospel plain and simple. Text: Revelation 3:20 Revelation 3:20 Jesus said "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me.” Introduction This is a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Whosoever Means Me Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 3, 2012

Jesus did not call the qualified...he qualified the called.

Whosoever means me, Anyone means everyone Matthew 9:9-11 John 3:16/ Luke 9:23 **Almost every churchgoer know John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Why is this so easily known? It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ The King

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 11, 2018

Today on Christ the King we recall that the essential character of kingship means personal allegiance to one person. To say Christ is King implies that we are subjects.

33B There’s a famous remark from a Modernist priest named Alfred Loisy: “Jesus came proclaiming the Kingdom, and what arrived was the Church.” Maybe his remark was a little like those T-shirts that say something like, “My parents went to the Grand Canyon and all I got was this lousy ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

The Commendation Of Tychicus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 12, 2018

“Tychicus” is the informant of Paul’s immediate circumstances to the Asian churches; and he is warmly commended with the apostle’s fine character reference.

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/25/18 Lesson 28: The Commendation of Tychicus (6:21-22) (Ephesians 6:21-22, KJV) 21 But that ye also may know my affairs, and how I do, , a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, shall make known to you all things: 22 Whom I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Assertive Submission: How To Balance Meekness And Boldness

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 13, 2022

Being a leader there are many philosophical concerns that I wrestle with: Where does my emphasis belong? How do I balance all my responsibilities?

Being a leader there are many philosophical concerns that I wrestle with: Where does my emphasis belong? How do I balance all my responsibilities? How do I balance evangelism and discipleship? But recently, here is the question on my mind: What is the appropriate balance between speaking out and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Cry Of Easter Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 28, 2024

The cry of Easter is the celebration that fills us with hope for fresh starts. It represents the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the assurance of everlasting life. Easter also symbolises the triumph of good over evil and the promise of redemption for all believers

The Cry of Easter Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel. March 27, 2024 Mark 15:7-15 INTRO: The cry of Easter is the celebration that fills us with hope for fresh starts. It represents the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the assurance of everlasting life. Easter also ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:7-15

Denomination: Pentecostal