Sermons on Beyond Expectations:

Do You Hear God's Voice This Christmas Eve?

Contributed by Keith Wessel on Apr 9, 2001

Christmas sermon that explores the unusual way God does things in his world.

Job 35:7 Free Text Christmas Eve / Day 2000 Do You Hear God’s Voice This Christmas Eve? God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. --NIV Job 37:5 Dear friends in Christ, who have come to worship the newborn King: Do you hear God’s voice this ...read more

Scripture: Job 35:7

Denomination: Lutheran

Narnia: The Myth That's True Series

Contributed by Randall Bergsma on Nov 30, 2005

There is a childlike longing within us that points to the fact we were made for another world, a better one. God’s.

Intro: (show trailer or...) During WWII, Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy are sent from London to the country home of Professor Digory Kirk for safety. The children find life in the house extremely boring until Lucy discovers a wardrobe that leads to a magical world called Narnia, a world where ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Is A Matter Of Trust

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

There will be times in our lives when confidences are broken, tears are shed, feelings are hurt and trust gets damaged. All of this leads me to an extremely important question: who or what can you genuinely trust? Tonight I want us to learn four impor

Life is a Matter of Trust Proverbs 3:5-6 Introduction We place our trust in all sorts of things on a daily basis. If you have something on your calendar tomorrow, you are trusting that you will still be alive. Each day we trust that we are going to have power. We place a certain amount of trust ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Battle Strategy, Part Ii Series

Contributed by Bill Lobbs on Mar 1, 2001

Satan’s battle strategy is to keep the believer out of the prayer closet. Satan wants to disrupt these communications.

Satan’s Battle Strategy, Part II Theme: Strategy #2, Keeping the believer out of the prayer closet. Text: Philippians 4:6, (NASB), "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God." Ephesians 6:18, (NASB), "With ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Restoration Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 24, 2024

This is the 12th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#12] THE RESTORATION OF A NATION Amos 9:1-15 Introduction: As we conclude our Series from the Book of Amos; I want to sum everything up. The Book of Amos addressed a Nation that had turned away from God, reflecting the struggles we face today. In our World filled with ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Weakness Or Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 31, 2003

Be faithful, stick to what’s been revealed to us in God’s Word and rely on God’s power to bring the growth.

There’s an old Indian Fable I heard recently. A water bearer had two large water pots which he carried on either end of a pole slung across his shoulders. One of the pots had a crack in it, so every day as he carried water to his master’s house he arrived with one full pot and one only half full. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

An Amazing Christmas

Contributed by John Moyer on Dec 16, 2008

we see God behind all these events of Christmas doing some incredible things in their lives as they face these real issues of life.God interrupted the ordinary. He sent His angel, Gabriel. And four amazing things happened to these ordinary people, to Mar

Title: An Amazing Christmas Introduction: When we think about Christmas there are a lot of things we can hardly believe, things we kind of place in fantasyland. We can understand why some have made up stories at Christmas, like flying reindeer, Santa Claus, and the tinsel and the Christmas trees. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus On Right Helping Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Aug 29, 2002

Jesus’ teaching on helping others as kingdom people provide radical concepts involving generosity, sincerity, and inviting others to the Kingdom.

Kingdom Life Series #17 August 24-26, 2002 HOW TO HELP THE POOR: JESUS ON RIGHT GIVING Matthew 6:1-4 I. Jesus tells us three things about helping the poor. • Jesus expects kingdom people to help the poor. Jesus says “when you give” not “if you give.” • Jesus warns kingdom people about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

There Is Still Room

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Sep 10, 2005

The never ending pursuit of Christ after the lost even when He is turned down time and again.

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24 Title: “There Is Still Room” Introduction: This portion of Scripture could very well be called, “Christianity vs. Religion.” Jesus was visiting the home of a Pharisee on the Sabbath day. – He was there to share a meal. Jesus was being watched very closely by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Just One Thing

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 6, 2011

When someone makes reference to "one thing", you take special notice because you realize that a priority is being mentioned. Let us pay attention to the priorities of God.

ONE THING When you start a new job, and the boss tells all the rules; you listen. When he says that there is one thing that needs to be done above everything else; you make a very special mental note, knowing that thing is a top priority. When it gets close to Christmas and the kids begin to tell ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Receiving What Is Mine

Contributed by Larry Finley on Feb 16, 2010

Blessings of God are not just reserved for heaven

RECEIVING WHAT’S MINE! 2/14/10 Psalm 91:14-16 1. Two Aspects of Christianity a. Heavenly – after death> Jesus did it all b. Earthly – during this life>Jesus provides it all 2. First is a Free Gift – 2nd Responsive Gift a. Both from the Grace of God b. 1st response to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Impossible

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Feb 24, 2009

What do you do whaen you are faced with a seemingly impossible situation? This message gives practical hope and steps to take.

Facing the Impossible? It seems impossible... how could it be done? A small voice even tries to suggest that what is asked is more than unfair to even expect. Yet the challenge is unavoidable and the assignment is center stage. “Oh Lord, what do we do now?” Have you ever contemplated those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:15-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Willing Spirit; Weak Flesh

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 25, 2015

We must pray for and rely on God’s strength to get us through life.

Willing Spirit; Weak Flesh March 22, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must pray for and rely on God’s strength to get us through life. Focus Passage: Matthew 26:36-42 Supplemental Passage: Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-42

Denomination: Baptist

A Sharp Sword, A Polished Arrow Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 4, 2020

When the God-man is troubled, He is troubled like nobody before or after Him.

Tuesday of Holy Week 2020 A sharp sword, a polished arrow The Church today asks us to contemplate Our Lord Jesus Christ on this Tuesday after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem. First we hear the words of Isaiah, written hundreds of years before as a contemplation of the ideal Israel, who was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6, John 13:21-33, John 14:1, Matthew 2:3

Denomination: Catholic

When Second Chances Aren't Enough. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives.

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives. It's essential to recognize this pattern and take steps to protect ourselves from repeat offenders. The Bible warns us about those who would lead others ...read more

Scripture: John 2:19-20, Matthew 10:14