Sermons on Fork Road:

Trusting The One Who Knows The Way - Lent 2nd Sunday Series

Contributed by Shawn Vollmerhausen on Mar 16, 2026

This sermon invites us to trust God when the way forward is unclear. Through the stories of Nicodemus, Abraham, and Corrie ten Boom, we explore how God meets us in our questions and gives us what we need at the right time.

Nicodemus came at night. That detail alone tells us so much. He was a man of status, a teacher of Israel, someone who had spent his entire life studying Scripture, teaching others, and trying to live faithfully. He was respected, educated, and spiritually serious. But something about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Romans 4:1-5, Romans 4:13-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Preparing For Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

Explores the importance of repentance, forgiveness, and anticipation of Jesus' coming.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is indeed a joy to be with you all today, gathered in the house of the Lord, ready to immerse ourselves in the boundless wisdom of His holy word. We are standing on the precipice of a powerful message today, one that resonates with the very core of our faith, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Topics: Repentance, Forgiveness

We Walk By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of faith in our Christian journey, its role in salvation, and ways to cultivate a deeper, stronger faith.

Good morning, beloved. There is a warmth in the room today, a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose that fills my heart with joy. We are here, together, to celebrate the word of God and to find comfort, guidance, and inspiration in its timeless wisdom. Today, we focus our hearts on the beautiful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Topics: Faith, Key

Blinded By The Light, Starting Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

Explores the transformative power of Jesus Christ through the dramatic conversion of Saul of Tarsus into Paul, a passionate preacher of the Gospel.

Beloved, there is a beautiful transformation that awaits us all in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ. This transformation is not just a mere change, but a radical rebirth, a complete metamorphosis that touches every aspect of our lives. It's a shift from darkness to light, from death to life, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-20

Topics: God's Calling

Triumphal Entry PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' humility as demonstrated in Mark 11:1-11, encouraging believers to emulate His humble nature in their own lives.

Beloved friends, on this blessed day, we gather once again under the mighty hand of God, in the fellowship of believers, to draw from the wellspring of His Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not to merely fill our minds with knowledge, but to let the Word of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Topics: Palm Sunday

Hosanna PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the crowd's response, and His ultimate victory, encouraging us to live in awe and adoration of God's grace.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to be with you today, to gather in this sacred space where we are bound together by the divine threads of faith, hope, and love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Topics: Victory

Triumphal Entry Into Your Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the crowd's misunderstanding of Jesus, the manifestation of true salvation, and the importance of making room for Jesus in our hearts.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather together in the Lord's name, to bask in His love, and to learn from His Word. We are not just congregants in a church, but brothers and sisters in Christ, bound by a love that transcends earthly understanding. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Topics: Triumphal Entry, Heart

Cultivating A Heart Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross provided mankind with the gift of salvation and the opportunity to replace our sinful hearts with hearts of compassion – to see the world as Jesus does.

Cultivating a Heart of Compassion Galatians 5:22-26; Mark 10:45 Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross provided mankind with the gift of salvation and the opportunity to replace our sinful hearts with hearts of compassion – to see the world as Jesus does. I. A Walk into Darkness Move closer to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Holiness

If Jesus Came To Your House

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

What would you do different if Jesus was coming over today?

If Jesus were to come into your house, what do you think the first question he might ask you would be? Are you a believer in me? What is happening in your life? Why didn’t you take the trash out when you were asked? What would he ask? As I look at the Scriptures, I believe the first ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Willing To Shout

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 5, 2001

This sermon involves Bartimaeus’ willingness to shout out because of a need in his life. We must be willing to shout or cry out to the Lord as well to get Jesus’ attention.

Are We Willing To Shout? NLF 7/29/2001 Joshua 6:8-20 Luke 17:11-19 Text Luke 18:35-43 Shouting is a natural thing we do to either get someone’s attention or to express our approval and excitement. We shout when we want somebody to take action, such as when they need to make a change. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:29-34, Luke 18:33-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pilate's Politics Served A Good Purpose Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 9, 2005

This sermon reflects on what motivated Pilate to do what he did, and how it affected what happened to Jesus.

March 9, 2005 Pilate’s Politics When you put people into your car to ride with you, you are putting their lives into your hands. One wrong turn or one moment of indecision could lead you into a quick and fiery death of the most painful kind. Imagine, for instance, that as you were driving ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Plus Nothing Equals Salvation

Contributed by Marty Hopkins on May 6, 2005

A message that shares how a person gets to heaven and who God uses in the process. In this case, it is Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch.

Jesus + Nothing = Salvation (Acts 8:26-40) It’s good to be in God’s house this morning. And what a privilege it is to share God’s message from God’s word here with you today. Let me start off by asking a very simple question, “How many here are good in math?” I wish I could say I’m with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Delays, Denials And Devotion Series

Contributed by Chris Taylor on Feb 16, 2004

What is the basis of your faith? On what you think God will do, should do or on who he is?

Delays, Denials and Devotion Little Log Church John 11:1-27 February 14-15, 2004 INTRODUCTION There is a path to life that’s narrow and that few find. We could call it the road less traveled. But those by the grace of God that are led to the path to life then begin a path of life. We begin our ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Journey To Joy

Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003

Joy is a Journey Experience. We have it, but every so often, we feel we suddenly need it.

The Journey To Joy Isaiah 55:6-13, “Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked man forsake his way and the evil man his thoughts. Let him turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on him, and to our God, for he will freely pardon. For My thoughts are not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Even Parents With A Perfect Child Have Problems

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

This message can be used during the Christmas season or a family series and illustrates how Christians deal with the curves that life give us in marriage and life.

Even Parents with the Perfect Child have problems! Luke 2:1-7 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) Introduction: Today as continue our sermon series entitled Crosspoints we will look specifically at the “Parents in the Pageant.” Our focus will be on Mary and Joseph and remember we are introduced to them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist