Sermons on Authentic History:

Andrew: Bringing Men To Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 23, 2022

In Church history, St. Peter is everything and Andrew is nothing, but would there ever have been an apostle Peter without an Andrew? Andrew is a great example for us to follow to be witnesses for Jesus!

ANDREW: BRINGING MEN TO CHRIST John 1:35-42 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Jim Dunn was serving as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, and his wife, Gladys, was very friendly and welcoming to people. One particular Sunday when the sermon seemed to go on forever, many in the congregation fell ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Keeps His Word

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 28, 2018

Often our problems make us wonder if God really keeps His word. But history shows that God has bound Himself to His Word, to fulfill His promises.

GOD KEEPS HIS WORD Isa. 46:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOW TO GET THE PROOF 1. A man went to his lawyer and told him, "My neighbor owes me $500 and he won’t pay up. What should I do?" 2. "Do you have any proof he owes you the money?" asked the lawyer. "Nope," replied the man. 3. "OK, then ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 21:45, Isaiah 46:11, Numbers 11:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Case Of Heartburn

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 4, 2022

The two men that were going back to Emmaus, missed history's most noteworthy event since they were excessively centered around their own personal frustrations and issues.

A Case of Heartburn Luke 24:13-35 In verses 13-16: The two men walking toward Emmaus were so caught up in themselves and their own problems that they did not see Jesus or even recognize Him. Undoubtedly, they had heard His preaching, the various parables, and what He was teaching about Himself. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Anointed One

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on May 31, 2024

Many individuals have claimed to be the Messiah over the course of history, How does the Bible identify the true Messiah, when he is to arrive and how to know who is the true Messian

One day an older man, a priest of the order of Abijah was in the House of The Lord to burn incense. As a priest in the Holy Temple he would perform his duties while also praying. So, we see the priest praying and in the midst of performing his duties an angel appeared right next to the altar of ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1, Daniel 9:25-27, Matthew 3:13-17, Psalm 2:7

Denomination: Adventist

The Great Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Yewande Olowookere on Jun 9, 2022

The Day of the Lord will be the fulfillment of all the prophecies that concern The Day of the Lord, which describe the end of history, when the Lord, with wondrous power, will punish evil and fulfill all His promises.

The phrase, “The Day of the Lord” refers to a special day or a period of time when God’s purposes for the world will be fulfilled. Some scholars even believe the day of the Lord will be longer than a period of time — a period when the Lord will reign throughout the world before He cleanses heaven ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:5

Daniel - A Statue In The Night Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 22, 2023

While events in history may appear to be shaped by the whim and fancy of men, the truth is that our all-merciful God is “silently, patiently working out the counsels of His own will.”

May 20, 2023 Our next story from the book of Daniel occurs in the 2nd year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign. In the night Nebuchadnezzar had a dream – a dream so vivid that he couldn’t go back to sleep. He was so troubled by this dream that he called his magicians, enchanters, sorcerers and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Ministry Of John The Baptist - Parts 1 & 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 8, 2025

When God breaks into human history, He calls His people to repentance, readiness, and radical obedience—and He raises courageous messengers to prepare the way for the coming King.

The Ministry of John the Baptist (Parts 1 & 2) January 11, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 3:1-20 INTRODUCTION — WHEN GOD SPEAKS AFTER SILENCE There are moments in history when heaven seems quiet. We’ve talked a couple of times about how in Israel’s story, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Brethren

Go! And Live In The Victory Of ‘it Is Finished!’ (Good Friday) - John 19:30 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 12, 2025

Good Friday. The darkest day in human history… and yet, the most glorious for the redeemed. The cross—Rome’s symbol of cruelty—became for us the ultimate symbol of grace, love, and triumph.

Go! And Live in the Victory of ‘It Is Finished!’ (Good Friday) - John 19:30 John 19:30 (NLT): When Jesus had tasted it, he said, “It is finished!” Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Introduction Good Friday. The darkest day in human history… and yet, the most glorious for the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, Hebrews 9:12, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 5:8, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:1-2, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 10:11, Luke 19:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christianity Uncensored: Love Uncensored Series

Contributed by Jud Wilhite on Jun 27, 2007

We’ve been in a series in James called Christianity Uncensored. We’ve been saying that we live in an edited world that’s cleaned up and made to look pretty. Let’s just peel the facade away. Let’s look at what it means to be an authentic follower of Jesu

Series: Christianity Uncensored Message #3: Love Uncensored By: Jud Wilhite I don’t know about you but every time I go to the grocery store I’m set off a little bit as I stand in the line and look at the magazine racks. Everyone I look at is beautiful. Have you ever felt that way? You look ...read more

Scripture: James 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Practical Living Series Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• For the past seven weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free a

Introduction • For the past seven weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Practical Living Series Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• For the past eight weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free,

Introduction • For the past eight weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free, boundaries and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Redemptive Role Of Africans

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 2, 2003

This message deals with How God uses Persons of African Descent in His Redemptive Plan based on the Young Egytpian Man found in the field in our Target Text. This message was preached during Black History Month in Bryan, Texas.

WE NEED TO TALK! Jesse Semple, a Harlem cab driver, asked Derrick Bell, a profound Black author, “Tell me what’s to celebrate about the condition of Black people who die too soon, go to prison too long, and come to know life’s blues far too early? Tell me how a holiday for Dr. King or a month of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing The Best Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Sep 8, 2008

First in a series of four messages on our church’s vision statement; this deals with our vision to "develop authentic, passionate Christians"; using Luke 10:38-42 and John 12:1-8, passages about Mary, I draw lessons from her passion to know Christ and wor

Our Vision: Choosing the Best Luke 10:38-42; John 12:1-8 The story of the basset hound appeared in Tacoma, Washington newspaper. The dog’s name was Tattoo. The reporter wrote, “Tattoo didn’t plan on going for a run that evening, but when his owner accidentally shut the poor dog’s leash in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Hakuna Matata

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001

Our text for today speaks of a would be king/ leader who was having a similar struggle as was young Simba. How do you replace the greatest leader in all the history of your nation?

“HAKUNA MATATA” JOSHUA 1: 1-9; 3: 1-8, 14-17 FEBRUARY 18, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful Phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain’t no passing craze. It means no worries for the rest of your days. It’s our problem-free philosophy. Hakuna Matata! From the movie “The Lion King.” ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

All Things New

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 21, 2001

A simple message showing how God has been working throughout salvation history to accomplish a total reversal of Satan’s corruption in order to liberate us from sin and death.

YEARS AGO, RADIO EVANGELIST CHARLES E. FULLER ANNOUNCED THAT HE WOULD SPEAK THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY ON "HEAVEN" AND THAT IT WOULD ALSO BE AIRED OVER THE RADIO. DURING THAT WEEK HE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM AN ELDERLY MAN WHO WAS VERY ILL. HERE’S A PART OF HIS LETTER: "NEXT SUNDAY YOU ARE TO TALK ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist