Sermons on Beyond Circumstances:

The Need Of A Savior

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 26, 2025

Behind the joy and celebration lies the profound truth that this child, born in a manger under humble circumstances, is the Savior we desperately needed. Why do we need a Savior? What is it about humanity that makes this divine intervention necessary?

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “We Still Need A Savior.” INTRODUCTION: Christmas is the time when we celebrate the coming of Christ—the miraculous birth of God’s Son into the world. Behind the joy and celebration lies the profound truth that this child, born in a manger under humble ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Past May Explain You, But It Does Not Excuse You - 2 Corinthians 5:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 26, 2024

Each one of us carries a story shaped by experiences, choices, and circumstances that often explain who we are. However, while our past may provide context, it cannot serve as an excuse for how we live today.

Your Past May Explain You, But It Does Not Excuse You - 2 Corinthians 5:17 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT) – “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” Introduction As we gather today, we must confront a powerful truth about our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 3:23, 1 Timothy 1:15, Colossians 3:2, Romans 12:2, Galatians 6:5, Luke 15:11-32, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Legacy Series

Contributed by Ian Whitmore on Aug 1, 2024

That's the kind of legacy we should strive to leave behind. That in every circumstance in every moment of second of our lives God was praised and God was at the center. That God was pointed too. God is the legacy that will last forever.

Text: Psalm 71:14-18 Michael Jordan, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther, , Mark Twain,. What do all of these names have in common? Because they are all so vastly different. Normally you don’t compare these people, because they did different things. I mean what could Michael Jordan possibly have in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Words Of Warfare Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Aug 25, 2024

Have you ever thought about the power of your words? Words can build up or tear down, bring life or death. Words have the ability to shape our reality. They can create the circumstances of our lives.

Sermon: Words of Warfare Introduction Have you ever thought about the power of your words? Words can build up or tear down, bring life or death. They can create harmony or sow discord. In today's sermon, we'll explore the concept of words as weapons, a powerful force in spiritual warfare. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Grace Is For Us Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God's grace is always working for our good, even in difficult circumstances. As recipients of God's grace, we are called to extend grace to others, forgive as we have been forgiven, and invite others into a grace-filled relationship with God.

Today, we're diving into the story of Joseph. You know, the guy with the colorful coat who got sold into slavery by his own brothers? Yeah, that guy. So, Joseph ends up in Egypt, and even though he's in a pretty rough spot, God's still with him. Fast forward a bit, and Joseph's brothers come to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:14-20, Joshua 1:9

Topics: Divine Mercy, Spiritual Growth, Redemption, Faith

God's Restoration: A Journey To Renewal SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

As followers of Christ, we find hope in the promise of His return and the renewal of all things. But what about our present circumstances? The Bible provides numerous instances of God's restorative power, demonstrating His glory and our benefit.

As believers, our hope rests in the promise that Christ will come back for us and make all things new. But what about the present? The Bible shows us how God restores and makes things new for His glory and our good. 1. 2 Kings 8:1-6 - The Woman's Land Restored: Elisha tells a woman to leave her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:1-6

Topics: Faith, Restoration

With Us - Goodwill Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Dec 17, 2020

What’s the great theme of every great Christmas movie? It’s always the triumph over terrible circumstances to a place of peace and goodwill toward others. I guess you can say that at the heart of it, Christmas is all about peace and goodwill too.

“With Us” - Part 3 - Goodwill Steele Creek Church, Eastfield Campus - December 20, 2020 Dr. Tom Bartlett OUTLINE 10 Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. 11 For there is born to you this day in the city of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1, Philippians 4:7, Hebrews 11:6, Luke 2:8-13

Denomination: Other

How To Handle The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 24, 2020

It was a storm on the Sea of Galilee, never beyond Jesus' control. But the storms of life can be equally violent; bringing us to a place of helplessness and hopelessness. I'm here to tell you that the one who calmed the storm then is still the One who calms the storms in your life today!

Introduction: Have you ever been in a storm? No, I mean a REAL storm! One where the lightening flashes and you feel the electrical charge from miles away? Or where the thunder crashes so loud, it seems every window is about to shatter? Or the rain falls so heavy that you can’t see a foot in front ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

The Millennium And Final Judgment Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 2, 2024

Satan is chained by circumstances. He has had no access to Heaven since his banishment and he can’t tempt anyone on earth because there is no one to tempt. The wicked are dead and the redeemed are in heaven. He just gets to wander around muttering to himself for 1000 years.

August 03, 2024 The Battle of Armageddon results in total destruction. The earth resembles a vast battlefield – a desolate wilderness. The chaotic scene before John resembles Palestine during the Exile: Jeremiah 4:23-26 - I looked at the earth, and it was formless and empty; and at the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 4:23-26, Matthew 19:28, 1 Corinthians 6:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Hebrews 11:35-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Fullness Of The Time

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Nov 11, 2006

Do you feel a groaning deep inside that you can’t get free of? Do you have a longing for a deeper knowledge and understanding of God than you ever have before? Do you carry a burden that requires strength beyond your limits? Do you need direction?

Galatians 4:4: “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law (NKJV).” Think for a moment about your very most favorite kind of fruit. A peach or a nectarine or a pear or pineapple or whatever fruit it is that you find to be the absolutely ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Safe Hands Of God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 22, 2010

How can we respond to difficult circumstances with acceptance and abandonment? Mary’s response to the angel in Luke 1: 38 shows us. The only way to have that same attitude is to believe that God’s will is “good and acceptable and perfect”, and to lay down

Opening illustration: At age 16, Madame Jeanne Guyon (1648-1717) was forced into an arranged marriage with an invalid 22 years older. She found her marriage to be one of utter humiliation. Her husband was often angry and melancholy. Her mother-in-law was a merciless critic. Even the maid despised ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Security In An Unsafe World

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 13, 2001

The truths we need to have planted in our lives are: Our security is: 1. In God, not the things of this world. 2. In our faith, not our safety. 3. In eternity, not our present circumstances. 4. The fact that even though life is dangerous, life is good.

When the events of this week began to unfold, we were all in shock. We didn’t know what to think. Was this an accident, or was it something planned? But when the second plane slammed into the World Trade Center building there was little doubt that terrorism was involved. Then when the Pentagon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Joy At Christmas Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 20, 2025

This sermon proclaims that the true joy of Christmas is not found in changing circumstances or earthly comfort, but in the unshakable, eternal joy that comes from God drawing near in Christ—who lived, suffered, died, and rose again to secure our salvation and remain with us through every trial.

To begin our discussion this morning, let’s do a quick, informal congregational survey. I’m going to describe a few scenarios. If the scenario brings you joy, give me a thumbs up. If it brings discomfort, frustration, or sorrow—give me a thumbs down. Just respond honestly. First scenario: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

I Know My Redeemer Lives Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 30, 2002

Beyond all of the cultural reasons to come to Easter worship, we come to know that our lives are anchored. But it’s hard to know. Job points the way by affirming a redeemer despite the lack of evidence. Today we know a living redeemer, life changer.

 I If I were to ask you why you’ve come here today, how would you answer? Tell the truth, now; you’re in church. What do you expect and why are you here today? I’d guess that a number of us would give out what Mayor Williams calls the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:11-12, Job 19:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

A New Creation . . . A New Beginning

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Mar 5, 2004

We’ve all needed a second chance at one time or another. Truth is that many of us have also "blown our second chance" and maybe have despaired that it was our last chance. Well, God goes beyond the second chance to the new beginning!

A NEW BEGINNING . . . A NEW CREATION! Text: Romans 5:20 Moreover, the law entered, that the offense might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound. Some time ago I was in a Christian book store and they were playing a song that kept repeating, "He’s the God of second ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance