Sermons on History Is Gods Story:

We Are Truly God’s People. What Does This Really Mean In Perspective?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 22, 2018

We are regarded as being with the people of God. What does that mean? What privileges does this give us, and to what ends are we being prepared.

This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 22nd July 2018; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Jeremiah 23:1-6 Psalm 23 Ephesians 2:11-22 Mark 6:30-34, 53-56 “Please join me in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Episcopal

A Story Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 4, 2018

This looks at the story of the Unforgiving Servant and why it is so scary for the forgiven.

Do you like scary stories?  I have never really been into scary movies, although I went to a couple as a teenager just to prove a point.  And if you have to ask what that point is then you’ve never been a teenaged boy. And when Carrie’s hand came out of the grave at the end of the original movie, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Story Of Zach Series

Contributed by Matt Keller on Sep 30, 2010

Many times we look at the story of Zach as being just for kids. However, I believe there are some interesting observations can be made from the text.

“The Story of Zach” Beyond Flannelgraph: Treasured Stories, Timeless Truths – Week 2 Sunday, September 12, 2010 Text: Luke 19:1-10 C.S. Lewis says of true friendship, “True friendship is rare on earth. It means identifying with someone in thought, heart, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Story "Dreams, Jealousy & Betrayal” Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 6, 2017

“God’s problem is not that God is not able to do certain things…. God’s problem is that God loves. Love complicates the life of God, as it complicates every life. part of being created in the image of God… we have the ability to love

In Jesus Holy Name May 15, 2016 Text: Genesis 37:3-5 Series: The Story Redeemer “Dreams, Jealousy & Betrayal” What was the greatest gift or card you received on Mother’s Day? Was it a fancy $5 card and a box of chocolates or flowers from your husband? Or was it a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:3-5

Denomination: Lutheran

The Story- Chapter 16 The Beginning Of The End Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 23, 2014

The nation is divided, the end is near, but God is faithful!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The whole premise of The Story has been that since the fall of man in the Garden of Eden that God has been in pursuit of man. God has been pursuing us with His love! • Part of God’s pursuit of us was that He established a nation, a notion like no ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thy Will Be Done (The Story Of Esther)

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 4, 2012

Today, we are going to study the book of Esther. If you have never read it or if it has been a long time and the details have become a little fuzzy, get ready, because this is an exciting story.

Thy Will be Done (The Story of Esther) Today, we are going to study the book of Esther. If you have never read it or if it has been a long time and the details have become a little fuzzy, get ready, because this is an exciting story. There are five major characters in this book, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 14, 2016

God's love demonstrated

Christmas,,,not what it used to be,,, no nativity,,, it is all about marketing,,, used to be Merry Christmas,,, now it is Happy Holidays ( illustration, I heard on the news of fights in stores,,,,, two ladies over radio,,,, . Christmas is about the love of God....Jesus is the greatest gift of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel - A Conversion Story Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 2, 2023

The Story of Nebuchadnezzar's conversion is about God’s unrelenting pursuit of the human heart and the transformed life that comes as a result of that pursuit.

June 03, 2023 Chapter 4 of Daniel is written in the first person. It is Nebuchadnezzar’s own account of his conversion: King Nebuchadnezzar, to the peoples, nations and men of every language, who live in all the world: May you prosper greatly! It is my pleasure to tell you about the miraculous ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Their Story, Our Warning

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jul 10, 2025

God holds up the mirror of the past to keep us from stumbling in the present.

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” These were the words of the philosopher George Santayana about nations, politics, and the rise and fall of empires. But much earlier than George Santayana, the Apostle Paul, 18 centuries earlier, made the same point about our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

See Yourself In Paul's Story

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Like the Apostle Paul we are chief of sinners, chosen by grace, and can be cheerful in service.

What Bible character do you most identify with? Do any of you identify with Moses? While you know that God has called you to serve him you’re not sure whether or not you have the abilities to do what he wants. Or how about Martha? You’re committed to serving your Lord but some times forget that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Joseph's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 8, 2025

An advent series focused on how God crashes our stories and life changes.

God Crashes our Story November 30, 2025 Matthew 1:18-25 Have you ever had your plans blown up? You were planning on a great vacation, but then an illness or injury happened. And everything changed. Maybe you weren’t planning on attending a family function, you know, too much drama, but you did, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Overarching History: The Big Picture Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 20, 2021

How do you see history? How does your mind frame the world around you? Are you seeing it from a Godly perspective, or from a secular perspective?

How do you see history? How does your mind frame the world around you? Are you seeing it from a Godly perspective, or from a secular perspective? Today we’re going to talk about God’s Overarching History: The Big Picture. Today we’re going to go from Genesis to John to Revelation and frame within ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8, Isaiah 46:9, Isaiah 46:11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Lesson 2 : Truncated History Series

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009

A very truncated look at the history of christianity. This message presupposes that many people believe restoration history bypasses the reformation and catholicism. However, it is unhealthy to not acknowlege our past. Instead we ought to embrace it.

HISTORY: Very, Very Truncated. “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe.” Hebrews 1:1 In trying to better ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stitched Together By God's Grace

Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 18, 2019

The Joy of Service

May 12, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 9:36-43 Stitched Together by God’s Grace Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. When I was a young girl, we visited my Grandma Jorgensen. Grandma lived in a small, white house ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Gods Glory Whats The Story - Haggai?

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 19, 2007

Teaching of Gods covanent, Gods promise and the glory of his temple, the silver and gold are Gods and Gods alone, the blessings he brings to those who seek and love him and him alone

Intro - History Haggai means festival, feast, festive, I get the impression from reading this book that Haggai was the least scary of the OT prophets, a man with a heart of love, not condemning but trying to help the people truly find God and all his blessings for them. The prophet was most likely ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational