Sermons on Defying Norms:

These Are The Days Of Elijah

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 20, 2021

Jesus seems to speak about two comings of Elijah, one that lies in the future “to restore all things” and another in their immediate past concerning John the Baptist, who would call the nation to repentance. Those days are here again!

1Ki 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 1Ki 18:17 ¶ And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1, 1 Kings 18:17-21

Denomination: Methodist

David - A Man After God's Own Heart

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 24, 2022

David is called a man after God's own heart even though God knew he would sin. In this message we discover why.

Title: David – A Man After God’s Own Heart Theme: To show how David knew how to get close to God. Text: 1 Samuel 16:1 Opening Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1 Now the Lord said to Samuel, "How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Chasing Loins.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 13, 2021

Once I heard a sermon about a man named Benaiah, who chased a loin into a pit on a snowy day and killed it. I could hardly believe this was recorded in the Bible;

Chasing Loins. 2 Samuel 23:20-21NLT Once I heard a sermon about a man named Benaiah, who chased a loin into a pit on a snowy day and killed it. I could hardly believe this was recorded in the Bible; Moreover, very little has been said about Benaiah. Because of Benaiah’s fearless act, he was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-21, 2 Samuel 23:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 7 – Rejection Of God Leads To Rejection By God Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 22, 2024

The world generally has thrown off the chains of love for God and His tender care and claims to be free from superstitious religion, but in fact they open their minds to all sorts of deceptive lying wonders. This similar thing happened in Judah. The nation will be shamed as will be this world

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 7 – REJECTION OF GOD LEADS TO REJECTION BY GOD PART 7 - Jeremiah 2:20-28 CHAPTER 2 [A]. JUDAH - GUILTY AND MUTANT, BUT IN SELF-DENIAL {{Jeremiah 2:20-23 Long ago I broke your yoke and tore off your bonds, but you said, ‘I WILL NOT SERVE,’ for on every high hill and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:20-23, Isaiah 5:1-7, Jeremiah 2:25, Jeremiah 2:26-28, Romans 1:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be Fearless Like Daniel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon encourages us to find courage, faith, and grace in God's word, drawing inspiration from Daniel's fearless devotion amidst adversity. Key

Good morning, dear friends. We are here today, gathered in the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's love. We are here to share in His word. To find comfort in His teachings. To seek courage in His promises. Opening Scripture Reading – Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of ...read more

Topics: Fearlessness

You Will Be Surprised PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores our dependence on God's Spirit, the unpredictability of His path, and the call to self-denial and cross-bearing in following Jesus.

Good morning, beloved. I trust that the Lord has kept you well and that you are eager, as I am, to delve into the richness of His Word today. I am grateful for your presence, whether in person or online, and I am confident that God has something special for each and every one of us today. Our focus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: God's Unpredictability

New Year: New Me

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 15, 2024

As we move out of one year into the next, there is a hope that the changes that need to be made will be made.

New Year: New Me 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Good Morning Everyone- very glad that you have joined us on this last day of 2023- I have been in prayer as we come to the very last day of one year and tomorrow move into a new year. Most people going out of one year and into another take at least a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Finding Suitable Armor: David Versus Goliath

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 15, 2024

The story of David and Goliath is well-known. Little David serves as Israel's champion and defeats Goliath with the help of the Lord. But there is even a bigger Goliath that we face who taunts us every day. So we need a better champion. This is Jesus Christ. For Proper 7 After Pentecost, year B

Finding Suitable Armor: David Versus Goliath 1 Samuel 17:32–39 NKJV Then David said to Saul, “Let no man’s heart fail because of him; your servant will go and fight with this Philistine.” And Saul said to David, “You are not able to go against this Philistine to fight with him; for you are a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-49, 1 Samuel 17:4-9, 1 Samuel 17:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy In Heaven

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Mar 20, 2001

God`s joy when I came home to Him.

"JOY IN HEAVEN" Some time ago I read the story of Loch the collie in one of our English Daily Newspapers. Loch was one of two British dogs sent to El Salvador after an earthquake in its capital city, San Salvador, to sniff out trapped survivors, and to lead searchers to bodies ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Life Of A Tragic Hero

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 29, 2002

How Samson misused his privilege and failed his mission is a stern warning to every follower of Christ. It is also a reminder of the gift and gravity of the Spirit of God.

The Life Of A Tragic Hero Judges 14-16 INTRO: The story of Samson is one of the saddest in all the Bible. He was gifted and nurtured to be God’s man in Israel’s critical hour. The Philistines threatened to invade. Israel needed a leader who could unite the people. God gave Samson special care ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of The Ordinary Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 13, 2005

God called an ordinary girl to be the Mother of God. Mary’s call emphasizes the truth that God uses the ordinary to accomplish extraordinary things.

Luke 1:26-38 “The Miracle of the Ordinary” INTRODUCTION As Christians, other Christians sometimes intimidate us. So often we are challenged to emulate extraordinary Christians. “Be more like St. Paul the first missionary to the gentiles and firebrand Christian,” we are told. We have the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

The Scriptures

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 29, 2005

A message on the Authority, Accuracy, and Authorship of the Bible

THE SCRIPTURES 2 Timothy 3:10-17 INTRO: How much is your Bible worth? A person can buy one very cheaply. I have paid as little as $4 for one and as much as $75 for another. A pulpit Bible costs about $100 Some German Bibles are worth $40,000. A Gutenberg Bible is worth $100,000. An original ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Supernatural Supply And Surplus Part 1 & 2 Series

Contributed by Morris Mott on Sep 27, 2001

God s His people to have a surplus in the area of finances. If we are going to spread the message of the Gospel, we must move out of society’s wya of thinking concerning our money.

II Corinthians 9:5-15; TEXT Ephesians 4:28 PART I God s His people to experience surplus in the area of their finances. In these verses, we see the foundation of this principle. During my years as a pastor, I have heard people in the congregation make this statement, “I don’t care about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28, 2 Corinthians 9:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stepping Out

Contributed by Rick Adams on Oct 11, 2001

Preparing in the peaceful times to step out when God calls.

A young man applied for a job as a farmhand. When the farmer asked for his qualifications, he said, "I can sleep when the wind blows." This puzzled the farmer. But he liked the young man, and hired him. A few days later, the farmer and his wife were awakened in the night by a violent storm. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-40, 2 Samuel 21:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Your Passion

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 13, 2002

Sermon that begins with my own personal passion, (you put yours in), then ends with my other spiritual passion of saving souls, that should be the same for all of us.

Have you ever had an absolute passion for something? I absolutely love the sport of basketball. I absolutely love College basketball. I love the Kentucky Wildcats. I love everything about the sport. I like hearing the roar of the crowd. I like seeing the players do amazing feats like defying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62, Acts 4:8-13

Denomination: Church Of God