Sermons on Hidden Figures:

Seeking God's Face Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

The heart of depression is when God's face is hidden, and the heart of joy is when God's face is shining upon you.

I heard a pastor tell of his experience on a plane. The stewardess was explaining that the parents were to be sure and put on their oxygen mask before they put them on their children. This seemed so selfish, and there was a natural resistance to the idea. It went against the grain of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-22

The Priceless.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 31, 2023

What is the price of the priceless? -What is priceless to you? Imagine if there was a treasure hidden in a field. -Imagine it was worth 100 times the value of everything you own.

The Priceless. Matthew 13:44TPT What is the price of the priceless? At four months old, Leo had never seen his parents. He had been born with a rare condition that left his vision blurred. For him, it was like living in dense fog. But then a doctors fit him with a special set of glasses. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fireworks Never Saved A Soul

Contributed by Jeff Riedel on Jul 9, 2014

4th of Jul fireworks are bought each year. The amount spent is staggering. People are starving around the world yet we still spend on such things. What could be done with that kind of money in Haiti, the Sudan,India....etc? What does God say about it?

Sermon: 1 Tim 6:19 This message in no way is intended to bash people of wealth. Many people of wealth are very wonderful Christians and they contribute greatly to the church. ILLUSTRATION: A man invited Charles Spurgeon to a country church as the guest speaker. Spurgeon was asked to give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:19, Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:24, Romans 14:11-12, Hebrews 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

The Sacred Secret - Empowered For Service

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 11, 2019

On the day of Pentecost, something incredible happened that had never happened before – the Holy Spirit came to reveal the sacred secret of God held hidden for all of eternity past.

“Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly” (Eph 3:2,3 NIV). There are two Greek words used in Scripture for the word “secret.” They are “Kruptos” and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2-3, Matthew 13:10-11, Romans 16:25-26, Colossians 1:26, Ephesians 1:9, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Ephesians 3:10-12, 1 John 3:1, 2 Peter 1:4, Romans 8:38-39, Matthew 7:16-18, James 2:17-18, James 4:4, 1 Peter 4:10, Ephesians 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Melchizedek? Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 10, 2001

Melchizedek seems like a mysterious figure in Genesis as he makes a brief appearance and then disappears until the New Testament. This sermon looks at the communion of Christ foreshadowed in Genesis.

Who is Melchizedek? Genesis chapter 14 begins by detailing how the five cities of the plains rebelled against the king of Elam. We aren’t given the prior history except that these cities served this king and paid tribute to prevent being destroyed. It was not uncommon in those days for a defeated ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:14-20, Hebrews 7:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Out Of The Pit

Contributed by Alan Hughes on Oct 9, 2004

If you were sinking in quick sand, what would you do: Pray for help? Yell at God? Figure out an escape? Give up? Look for help?

Getting Out of the Pit Psalms 40:1-10 October 6, 2004 PM Icebreaker: If you were sinking in quick sand, would you: (a) Pray for help? (b) Yell at God? (c) Figure out an escape? (d) Give up? (e) Look for help? 1 I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why House Church?

Contributed by B. D. B Moses on Sep 1, 2005

Priscilla and Aquila are not unknown figures in the NT. They are heroes of the first century church. Their house church was not a substandard church, but a church that was everything that God intended in the New Testament church.

Scripture Romans 16:5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Why am I talking about house churches? Because I think all believers should start churches that meet in homes. You may ask if I understand who are the people that I am talking to. We are nursing students and medical staff you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:5

Denomination: Baptist

Keep God In The Calculations

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 18, 2022

People often figure out what to add to, or subtract from, their lives. They try to multiply, or divide, pursuits in life. They often leave God out of the calculations.

Perhaps it began with marks in the dirt, then progressed to piles of stones, and then somewhere along the line came the abacus, but men have always had a means of calculating debts, payments and other quantities. These days we have desk calculators, computers, smart phones and even watches that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Days Vanish Like Smoke

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 20, 2022

The young make mistakes, and if they don’t have a strong and self-controlled father figure in their lives, they often make rash decisions and hurt themselves and others in the act.

Saturday of the 25th Week in Course 2022 When we read this portion of the Wisdom book of Qoheleth/Ecclesiastes, it is always wise itself to remember who is writing it to whom. The “preacher,” Qoheleth in Hebrew, is a wise man of advanced years. The reader or listener is redundantly called, “O ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:43-45, Ecclesiastes 11:9-10, Ecclesiastes 12:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

The Faith That Pleases God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and Hebrews 11 is often called the "Faith Hall of Fame" because it showcases the remarkable faith of many biblical figures.

"The Faith That Pleases God" Introduction: Today, we dive into the inspiring words of Hebrews 11:1-6, a passage that beautifully illustrates the essence of faith. Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and Hebrews 11 is often called the "Faith Hall of Fame" because it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Of Obededom

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

The story of Obededom, a seemingly obscure figure in the Bible, is a powerful example of how God's presence can transform an ordinary life into one of extraordinary blessing.

TITLE: THE GOD OF OBEDEDOM   By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 6:10-12  Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 13:13-14, Psalm 24:7-10, Isaiah 55:9 INTRODUCTION  The story of Obededom, a seemingly obscure figure in the Bible, is a powerful example of how God's presence can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:10-12, 1 Chronicles 13:13-14, Psalm 24:7-10, Isaiah 55:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why David Is So Important Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 18, 2024

David is a hugely important figure in the Bible. But if we're going to learn from him we need to have an understanding of why he is so important.

Part 1: Is David important? Over the next few months, we’re going to have eight studies on David, the shepherd who became king. We could easily give David much more time than that – he’s such an important person in the Bible, but we can’t fit in more than eight studies between now and December ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1, Revelation 22:16, Acts 13:22

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Fix Your Eyes On Jesus - Hebrews 12:2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 14, 2025

We embark on a journey through Scripture inspired by themes that draw our hearts closer to God and help us to focus on our relationship with God and His transformative presence in our lives.

Go! And Fix Your Eyes on Jesus - Hebrews 12:2 Introduction Today, we embark on a journey through Scripture inspired by themes that draw our hearts closer to God and help us to focus on our relationship with God and His transformative presence in our lives. Our foundational text for today is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 95:6-7, John 4:24, Psalm 34:8, Romans 8:28, Psalm 91:1-2, Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:13, Psalm 145:3, Revelation 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is The Way

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Sep 20, 2005

Jesus is the Way and the Truth and the Life, but what does that really mean? The Greek has a few hidden truths to consider. We are to follow Jesus, but what is The Way ?

I. The way is true and living A. The Greek Hendiatris expression 1. Expressions are useful in all languages (i.e. English baker’s dozen) 2. Living and True are used to explain what the way is 3. The way is a journey of purpose B. Jesus is the true way 1. All other ways are false 2. Old ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-7

Denomination: Lutheran

A Minister Of Refreshment

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 11, 2003

We want a refreshing person. No special education required. They need to sense the hidden needs, must love without expectations and must encourage. Flatterers are not wanted.

“A Minister Of Refreshment” 2 Timothy 1:15-18 We would like to create a new staff position. We want a refreshing person. No special education required. They need to sense the hidden needs, must love without expectations and must encourage. Flatterers are not wanted. Do you know of anyone who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ