Sermons on Least Expect It:

Where Will You Spend Eternity

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

Whether we believe or not, where we spend eternity is a question we have to answer.

Sermon Text: Matthew 25: 31-46 Sermon Type Inductive Deductive Sermon Title: Where will you spend Eternity? Biblical Problem and Solution: Problem: The Religious people did not care for the outcast and think heaven is owed them Solution: Through acts of mercy toward the outcast can people show ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember To Give Thanks!

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 29, 2012

Thanksgiving or Advent reminder to be grateful as believers.

Intro: A man stood writing at the post office counter one day when an older man shuffled up to him with a postcard in his hand.“Sir,” the older man said, “would you please address this postcard for me?” The first man gladly consented, and wrote what the older man dictated to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The World Turned Upside Down Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 5, 2009

An adaptation of the Seder service: Jesus turns upside down all our common values: sorrow for slavery becomes sorrow for sin; common issues become community; and wandering becomes salvation, all through the Cross.

When great crowds gather in city streets, it is either for a celebration or for a revolution. Throngs do not come together without a purpose; they come together either to celebrate a great occasion or to agitate for what they want. They come to see evidence of a world turned upside down. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Your Resume Is Great, So What?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2014

Great resume, but still an unprofitable servant. Don't sweat it!

Having been in ministry of some form since 1975 I have seen a few things. Some have been great and others not so great. I have had some victories and fallen on my face. Yet, I have always had the desire to serve the Lord and have pressed on looking for His grace and wisdom to lead me on though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Un:familiar Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 11, 2008

Part 3 of "Christmas UN:wrapped" Even in the midst of unfamiliar and confusing circumstances, God is at work

THE POINT: Even in the most confusing and unfamiliar ways…GOD is at work! ME Part of what makes the Christmas season so meaningful for many of us is the familiarity. We like things to be the same way every year… We are FAMILIAR with the story. We are FAMILIAR with the decorations. We are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

As Christ Loves The Church (Role Of Husbands) Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012

Presents the roles of husbands in a Christian marriage.

Introduction When you preach sporadically, all kinds of factors can lead to your sermon choice. As Tenth’s Executive Minister I typically try to think of a timely subject either related to the time of year or the circumstances of the church. I must confess a personal reason for choosing this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praise God For Being The Great Planner

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 1, 2003

It is a great relief to know that we are on course when the winds of circumstances press against us. The Lord’s plans are perfect and all of His ways are peaceful. However, too many people are trying to plan their own lives without constantly relying on t

Praise God for Being the Great Planner (Jer 29:11) It is a great relief to know that we are on course when the winds of circumstances press against us. The Lord’s plans are perfect and all of His ways are peaceful. However, too many people are trying to plan their own lives without constantly ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man At The Well Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 27, 2002

Evalgelistic, expository, exegetical look at the familiar story of the woman at the well in Samaria.

You are familiar with the story of the woman at the well. Let’s take a fresh look at this "random" meeting from her side. 1) A Thirsty man: Jesus was tired and thirsty from His trip. · How much is Jesus like us? Did Jesus suffer the things we suffer? Was Jesus tempted, even as we are ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30, John 4:29

The Spirit Of Truth-Telling Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 20, 2021

In the Old Testament vows were taken very seriously. There was a positive and negative side of this topic. Let's look at these laws and see what the spirit of the law against lying is for Christians.

In the Old Testament vows were taken very seriously. The positive side of this topic in the Old Testament was that a vow was taken more seriously than many modern written contracts. The negative side of this topic in the Old Testament was that at least two people died due to foolish vows and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Forward Momentum

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 26, 2001

We are encouraged to keep our forward momentum going in ministry by focusing on the things of Christ.

CONSIDER THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A STRONG AND A WEAK CUP OF TEA. BOTH TYPES CONTAIN THE SAME INGREDIENTS OF WATER AND TEA. THE DIFFERENCE IS THAT THE STRONG CUP OF TEA RESULTS FROM THE TEA LEAVES’ IMMERSION IN THE WATER LONGER, ALLOWING THE WATER MORE TIME TO GET INTO THE TEA AND THE TEA INTO THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

What Does God Think About Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 19, 2004

Part 2 in series, What does God think about ... Addresses the issue of homosexuality

WHAT DOES GOD THINK ABOUT Part 2: Homosexuality A number of years ago, I had a man from the community call and ask if he could visit me. I said “sure,” and he came by. After talking for a while the heart-broken dad came to the reason he was there. He said, “My son is a homosexual. I am ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27, Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Disappointment With Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 1, 2004

Does following Jesus Christ faithfully mean we do not doubt Him, that we rarely feel the sting of disappointment?

Disappointment With Jesus (Luke 7:1-35) Intro 1. I have often been disappointed in the Christian life and ministry. 2. New believer: faith could move mountains, family would be saved 3. I’d live a nearly perfect life filled with joy and spiritual victories¡K 4. Ministry: I’d put the principles ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Palm Sunday - And The Donkey

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 29, 2007

How come Jesus went from popularity to public enemy no 1. The key lies in the ownership fo the donkey!

NC/NR 01-04-07 Palm Sunday 2007 This morning’s Gospel reading is the beginning of one of the most momentous weeks in Antiquity – in AD 29. Indeed one of the most important weeks in history. We know the story so well that it is hard to find something new to say. So I would like to ask you a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Anglican

"Looking At Jesus From Behind Prison Bars"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 8, 2010

A sermon which asks the question, "Where do we find ourselves this Christmas season?"

Matthew 11:2-11 “Looking at Jesus from Behind Prison Bars” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com An amateur actor friend of mine told me about an experience she had while performing in a local play. Now, even though she ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: United Methodist

An Offer We Can't Refuse

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

God has set the boundaries for all time, and this most certainly includes us, and we are constantly stepping over the line testing the limits He has prescribed for us. We freely worship everything and everyone except Him. And although He has arranged th

Sermon Title: AN OFFER WE CAN’T REFUSE Sermon Text: Jeremiah 3:12-24 Sunday Evening, JULY 30, 2000 Scripture Introduction: Can you imagine what it would be like to be a teenager and be called to a ministry such as the one that Jeremiah was called to? When I think back to my teen years, or as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:12-24

Denomination: *other