Sermons on Hymn Stories:

The Prophet And The Talking Donkey - "doctrine Of Balaam"

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 29, 2019

Let's talk about one of the most interesting stories in the Bible, when a donkey talked to the prophet Balaam. This story in the Bible is not only shows God's sense of humor, but it one of those stories that we really can learn a lot from.

Today we’re going to look at one of the most interesting stories in the Bible, when a donkey, an ass, talked to the prophet Balaam. In all honesty, I’ve had a hard time figuring this guy out. After reading the story of Balaam and the talking donkey again, I told the Lord, I’m confused about ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-41, Revelation 2:14, 2 Peter 2:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Lord Really King Of Your Life?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 17, 2021

A young boy faithfully attended Sunday school. He had been taught by the same teacher for a number of years. She had a way of telling stories, and she would always routinely end her stories by saying, "And the moral of the story is…"

Every Sunday she would tell a Bible story and say, “And the moral of the story is…” As the young boy began to grow older, he was promoted to another class. He went home after church and at the dinner table his dad said, “Son, how do you like your new teacher?” The young boy replied, "She ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

What We Need To Learn From Jonah

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 7, 2001

Valuable lessons to learn about God and ourselves as we look into Jonah’s story.

What we need to learn from Jonah by Andrew Chan PBC, Vancouver, BC Text: Jonah 1 Introduction: An angler at the fishermen’s club was describing his toughest catch. “After 3 hours I landed this terrific monster of the sea” he said. “I saw the pictures and he was only 6 inches long,” said one ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Count Your Blessings

Contributed by Lou Petrie on Jan 5, 2012

The story of the 10 lepers encourages us to count our many blessings in life and finally be thankful to God.

TITLE: COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS TEXT: LUKE 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION: "One little, two little, three little Indians...Ten little Indian boys." I am not a very good counter. I learned to count in prison. God keeps count. THE HAIR ON YOUR HEAD. THE SHEEP IN HIS FLOCK. THE CATTLE ON A THOUSAND ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

When I Have Sold Out God Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 7, 2004

Retelling the story of Ahab to give us hope once again to connect with God

When I have sold out God 17 Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah the Tishbite: 18 "Go down to meet Ahab king of Israel, who rules in Samaria. He is now in Naboth’s vineyard, where he has gone to take possession of it. 19 Say to him, ’This is what the LORD says: Have you not murdered a man and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:17-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Rich Fool – Balancing The Temporal With The Eternal Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 11, 2002

Jesus told a story in Luke’s Gospel to teach us to balance the temporary with the eternal.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: There are many literary forms used in the Bible. There is poetry, proverb, legal document, dramatic narrative, hymn, sermon, theological treatise, personal letter, and apocalyptic vision. And sprinkled into all of these genres are figures of speech ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

You Can't Keep A Good Man Down

Contributed by Chris Beam on Aug 20, 2015

Jonah's story serves as proof that you can't keep a good man down.

You Can't Keep a Good Man Down Jonah 2:1-10 I think that there’s something in all of us that likes to rally around those who’ve been knocked down but they always seem to find a way to get back up. Rocky is a perfect example of what I’m talking about. I get fired every time I ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Invites You To Become Involved Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 7, 2004

The story of Philemon and Onesimus, presented as an imaginative story, shows how God called Paul to become involved as a mediator, Philemon to become involved in real church work, and Onesimus to become involved in overcoming his background to become usef

The new day greeted his eyes early. He stretched and shook off the sleep, but then, remembering why he had wanted to get up at the crack of dawn, Philemon jumped out of bed and began his day’s duties. His first task was to open his window and turn his gaze toward the rising sun, offering his ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Ehud: Eh Who? Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 4 of 6 of the series, Who’s That? Stories of little known people of the Bible. The whole book of Judges is filled with men and woman who are not preached about too often. Yet, there stories can be some of the most powerful told. Ehud’s story is a v

EHUD: "EH – WHO?" Judges 3:12-31 Read at beginning of service: Colossian 2:6-10 (NIV) 6 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7 rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. 8 See to it that no one ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-10, Judges 3:12-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Segun Omole on Aug 19, 2010

The bible is filled with so many stories that would win the Oscar at any time. I know everybody loves a wonderful story. If not then why is Hollywood so rich? Why do people keep buying movies that have almost the same story lines? Little wonder that the b

Amazing Grace Text: Hosea 1: 1-3:5 The bible is filled with so many stories that would win the Oscar at any time. I know everybody loves a wonderful story. If not then why is Hollywood so rich? Why do people keep buying movies that have almost the same story lines? Little wonder that the bible ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taking A Stand

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 28, 2007

We come to expect an unmoveable object to always be there. Landmarks we call them; things that never move. God is unmoveable, and unchangeable, and we should pattern our lives after his example and stand, therefore. Like the hymn writer George Duffield Jr

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA www.trumpetoftruthonline.org TAKING A STAND Eph. 6:10-18 Intro: We come to expect an unmoveable object to always be there. Landmarks we call them; things that never move. God is unmoveable, and unchangeable, and we should pattern ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

"A Song Of Holy Confidence In The Holy God” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 15, 2020

During days of trial, Psalm 46 has been a source for many throughout the Church Age. Martin Luther based the famous hymn, "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God", on this Psalm. The Psalm offer us a Holy Confidence in our Holy God.

We are going to look at Psalm 46 for a few weeks, a majestic Psalm, which was written to be sung, in fact, many Christian hymns in history have been based on this Psalm. It is one of nine Psalms/ Songs of Zion, the place where God reigns and rules. The Psalm is divided into three stanzas, with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Sing In Exultation Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Dec 26, 2021

In this sermon, I am linking Psalm 95 with John F. Wade’s hymn, “O Come, All Ye Faithful" as we are called to come into the very Presence of our Lord and King and Savior triumphantly, singing His praises and making a joyful noise.

This morning, my brothers and sisters, you have been personally invited into the very presence of God. “O come, all ye faithful (stanza 1) … “come into His presence” (Psalm 95:2). What a singular, unspeakable honor, amen? We have been invited to come into the presence of the “King above all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11, Luke 2:15-19

Denomination: United Methodist

What Makes Heaven Happy? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 4, 2003

Luke 15 contains three parables about lost items. In each story, extreme measures are taken to seek the lost; when each is found, there is great rejoicing. These stories are pictures of how God seeks us and the joy heaven experiences when we are found.

What Makes Heaven Happy? Luke 15:1-10 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION What are the greatest chapters in the Bible? If I compiled a top five list, I think Psalm 23 would be near the top, along with Romans 8, and the third chapter of John. I would also add Luke 15 to the short list of the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Dying To Live

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 18, 2013

Exposition of John

Text: John 12:23-26, Title: Dying to Live, Date/Place: NRBC, 2.17.13, AM A. Opening illustration: that song a couple years ago by Tim McGraw called Live Like You Were Dying B. Background to passage: I’m skipping over the triumphal entry passage for now, may come back on Palm Sunday, but not ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-26

Denomination: Baptist