Sermons on Defying Norms:

The King Of Higher Power Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 20, 2022

The King of Higher Power Series: Who is this King? December 18, 2022 - Brad Bailey

The King of Higher Power Series: Who is this King? Brad Bailey – Dec. 18, 2022 Intro Welcome you into this time of looking towards the celebration of Christmas… final week before the holiday. We do well to realize that the very word holiday… means “holy day.” The word holiday has become associated ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6-7, Colossians 1:15-17, John 18:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 8, 2017

We must get out of our comfort zone to reach people for Jesus.

Get Out of Your Comfort Zone February 5, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must get out of our comfort zone to reach people for Jesus. Focus Passage: John 4:1-42 Supplemental Passage: but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Of Jabez Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

During some of the darkest days of the American Revolution, after the Continental Army had experienced several defeats, a farmer who lived near General George Washington’s camp decided to pay the soldiers a visit.

Prayer of Jabez Psalm 86 1. 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 During some of the darkest days of the American Revolution, after the Continental Army had experienced several defeats, a farmer who lived near General George Washington’s camp decided to pay the soldiers a visit. As he approached the tents his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

David The Warrior Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 27, 2025

We tend to remember our failures and not our successes. We all have a testimony – proof, evidence, or authentication.

The Story of Us David the Warrior March 2, 2025 1 Samuel 17:8-11 NIV “Goliath stood and shouted to the ranks of Israel, "Why do you come out and line up for battle? Am I not a Philistine, and are you not the servants of Saul? Choose a man and have him come down to me. 9 If he is able to fight ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:8-11, 1 Samuel 17:32-33, 1 Samuel 17:34-37, Revelation 12:11, 1 Samuel 17:38-40, 1 Samuel 17:45-47, 1 Samuel 17:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Covering For Us

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

God’s Covering for Us

God’s Covering for Us Numbers 23 v 1 - 26 God Covers with His Protection - Numbers 23:7-10 1. Balaam sees God’s People Defended ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:1-26

Denomination: Holiness

Against All Odds

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jul 10, 2009

David vs. Goliath story teaches us to trust God’s word above the terrifying fears we face on a daily basis, even against all odds.

Against all odds 1 sam.17 David vs. Goliath! Who has not heard of that story? It is a story that’s retold whenever there is a little guy who goes to battle against a giant. And against all odds the little guy wins! Cheers for the little guy and boo and hiss to the defeated giant. All of us who has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God’s Covering For Us

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

God’s Covering for Us

Numbers 23:1-26 God’s Covering for Us A. What Balaam Sought Num 23:11 And Balak said unto Balaam, What hast thou done unto me? I took thee to curse mine enemies, and, behold, thou hast blessed them ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:1-26

Denomination: Holiness

How To Deal With Accusations And Criticisms - Deut 19:17-20

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to Deal with Accusations and Criticisms - Deut 19:17-20

How to Deal With Accusations and Criticism - Deut 19:17-20 Fixing our eyes on Jesus, Who is the leader and the Source of our Faith and also its finisher (bringing our faith to maturity and perfection). He for the joy (Of obtaining the prize) that was set before Him, endured the cross, despising ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 19:17-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is Creation Important? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 5, 2013

A sermon on why the belief in creation is important (Adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, God Most High, Chapter 4 called the Implications of Creation)

HoHum: I don’t believe in evolution, I know creation’s true. I believe that God above, created me and you. So praise His name for what He made, give credit where it’s due. I don’t believe in evolution, I know creation’s true. I didn’t crawl out of a pond, or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Commitment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

This sermon explores the unwavering commitment of believers, the significance of Jesus' actions in Luke 2:42-49, and maintaining a personal connection with God.

Good morning, folks! We're gathered here today to share and celebrate the word of God. We're going to talk about a passage from the book of Luke that's pretty special. But before we get into that, I want to share a quote with you. It's from a highly respected Christian author, Philip Yancey. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:42-49

Topics: Jesus, Go

Be Willing To Enter The Valley (Part 2 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Nov 10, 2005

Today some Christians are living in fear, intimidation and comfortableness and not trusting in God. David when faced with the problem of Goliath willing ran down to the valley to defeat the enemy. I give 3 points that show what motivated David to do that

Title: Be Willing To Enter The Valley (Part 2) Text: I Sam 17:1-58 (Key Verse is 38-48) Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - (Recap from last week’s message (Fighting Bears and Delivering Cheese)) - There was 3 points that I gave from this message about how God prepares us in life for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Day The Sun Stood Still Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 14, 2025

Did the Sun really stand still at Joshua's command? And if it did, what can that teach us about God's plans and faithfulness for us?

A woman died and went to heaven, and when she passed thru the pearly gates, she noted that there were boxes over in the corner that had her name on them. That made her curious so she asked an angel about them. The angel replied: “It is God’s command that whenever we receive a prayer request, an ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Receiving The Gift Of Worship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 2, 2009

As changes in worship style come, many will find the changes difficult to accept, but it will be easier if we see Liturgy as primarily a divine gift.

May 4, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcision party criticized him, saying, "Why did you go to uncircumcised men and eat with them?" When the RSV translation talks about “the circumcision party,” we get an unintended pun in English. Literally, it refers to a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Catholic

Whose Report Shall We Believe? Scripture's Truth Or Man's Opinions? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

As Christians, we are constantly faced with the challenge of discerning truth from error.

As Christians, we are constantly faced with the challenge of discerning truth from error. In a world where opinions and perspectives abound, it can be difficult to know whose report to believe. The Bible provides clear guidance on this matter, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Romans 3:23

The Power Of Faith: Jabez's Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores the powerful faith of Jabez as demonstrated in his prayer. It focuses on five key points: 1. Jabez's life was defined by his faith. 2. Jabez prayed for blessings from God. 3. Jabez desired more than his current circumstances. 4. Jabez sought the presence of God in his life. 5. Jabez asked for God's protection.

The Faith of Jabez Did you know that God never meant for us to live an average life? He wants us to live above the norm, to excel and succeed. Each one of us is unique and special in His eyes. In the midst of a long list of genealogies in 1 Chronicles 4, God singles out a man named Jabez for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Topics: Faith, Prayer