Sermons on Fatal Flaws:

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024

Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. Whether it was the religious leaders of the day, the multitudes, or even His own disciples, Jesus was always more than people anticipated.

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Introduction Today, I want to take you on a journey to explore a profound and often surprising aspect of our Saviour—what I like to call "The Unexpected Jesus." Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-22, Matthew 28:18, Mark 1:40-42, Luke 7:13, Isaiah 53:3-5, Philippians 2:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Community Busters

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 8, 2008

Genesis 3-5

Community Busters - Genesis 3-11 We are in the beginning of a great journey, looking at the lives of those who have gone before us. We want to look at their highs and lows, their steps of faith and their pitfalls into sin. We are traveling through the record of their lives that is found in the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Community Busters

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

Things that hinder our relationship with God

Community Busters - Genesis 3-11 We are in the beginning of a great journey, looking at the lives of those who have gone before us. We want to look at their highs and lows, their steps of faith and their pitfalls into sin. We are traveling through the record of their lives that is found in the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is In Your Heart?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 7, 2008

The Second of A Three Part Series ‘Growing As We Go.’

Slide 1 From my college days I recall that sometimes at Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays, college students often took home a young man or young woman for the first time, to ‘meet the family.’ And sometimes it was the precursor to what often took place during Spring Break and which, at least at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Not Ashamed Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 9, 2002

Don’t be ashamed of the gospel. It’s the power of God for salvation for those who believe

What I want to do today is to look at these opening verses of this letter to the Romans and think about why Paul wrote it. What we’ll find is that Paul’s motivation comes from a sense of responsibility for the great gift God has given him in the gospel, his confidence comes from the power of God he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Vulnerability And Victory: The Seven Churches In Review

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 1, 2010

Churches have many of the same common vulnerabilities / temptations … and a common solution … Jesus Christ.

Vulnerability and Victory: the Seven Churches in Review Revelation 1:9 – 3:22 Sermon Objective: Churches have many of the same common vulnerabilities … and a common solution … Jesus Christ. INTRO: Those who study the seven churches of The Revelation closely see some broad ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Appearances Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Part 4 in resurrection series - to whom did Jesus appear after He rose, and the overwhelming proof contained therein.

Acts 1:1-3 – Appearances In 1963 the body of 14-yr-old Addie Mae Collins, one of 4 black girls tragically murdered in a church bombing by white racists, was buried in Birmingham, AL. For years family members kept returning to the grave to pray and leave flowers. In 1998 they made the decision ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"The Incarnation Is Not An Instant Breakfast Drink"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 10, 2008

Being the hands and feet of Christ.

John 1:1-15 “The Incarnation is Not an Instant Breakfast Drink” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org A word is far more than a mere sound. Words can actually do things. One poet tells how a certain man who had performed a heroic act found it ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

48. The Full Extent Of Evil Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 7, 2018

The true and full extent of the evil that resides in the human heart

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 48 – THE FULL EXTENT OF EVIL] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:5-9, Revelation 20:1-3, Revelation 20:7-10, Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Christian Church

Two Paths, Two Destinies Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 25, 2025

The Christian life demands that we endure God's tests to receive the crown of life, while simultaneously taking full responsibility for the internal temptations that, if unchecked, arise from our own desires and lead to spiritual death.

Introduction: The Finish Line Many of us know the feeling of a great test. Perhaps it was a final exam in university that determined your grade for the entire semester. Maybe it was a major project or presentation at work, with your career on the line. Or maybe it was a physical challenge, like ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy!

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 9, 2007

God has mercy on the guilty.

MERCY! Joshua 20.1-9 S: Mercy C: Refuge is found in Jesus Th: A People with Purpose Pr: GOD HAS MERCY ON THE GUILTY. ?: How? How does God provide mercy? KW: Provisions TS: We will find in our study of Joshua 20 five provisions God makes to demonstrate His mercy. Type: Propositional The ____ ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Give Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 26, 2008

Forgiveness is a gift we receive and a gift we give to others.

Title: Give Forgiveness Text: Ephesians 4:30-32 Thesis: Forgiveness is a gift we give to others… Series Introduction; Tim McGraw’s hit song Live Like You Were Dying, is the springboard for the current series of messages. The song is the story of a man who learned he was dying of a fatal disease ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Failures And Faith Of Samson - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Nov 9, 2020

Samson is listed as a man of faith in Hebrews 11. The bible records his incredible feats and failures! We can learn much from studying the biblical record of his life!

Topic: Sunday Sermon Series – Living By Faith Title: The Flaws and Faith of Samson (Part 2) Text: Hebrews 11:32-34; Judges 13. Proposition: Though Samson is listed as a man of faith in Hebrews 11; his moral flaws proved to be fatal! We can learn many valuable lessons from the biblical record of his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-34, Judges 13:1-24

Christ In The Pressure Cooker #5 Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 13, 2024

To know what a person is like, watch them under pressure. Jesus shows us how to respond when under pressure.

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #5 CHRIST IN THE PRESSURE COOKER (Mark 3:1-35) If you want to know what a person is really like, watch that person when he/she is under pressure – watch closely those moments of stress and duress…in anxiety producing situations. • It may be on the ball field ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-35

Jesus Heals The Official's Son Series

Contributed by Keith Bowman on Mar 12, 2007

The second in a series of Lenten sermons, it delves into how Jesus is the divine healer

I. This morning I read a story in the news about this 14 month old baby they call the miracle child A. This boy when he was just 2 weeks old was taken to the hospital by his parents when they noticed he was ashen and cold. When they got to the hospital his heart stopped. Doctors tried for 30 ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Lutheran