Sermons on Least Expect It:

Not Dating Dud's

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 26, 2006

Here are at least 7 questions he or she should ask before or while dating another.

Not Dating Duds Text: Proverbs 3:5-7 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; 6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. 7 Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the LORD and depart from evil. Introduction: There’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rest-Less Or Rest-Full? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 27, 2010

When we observe God’s prescribed Sabbath we are led into at least the types of rest.

“Law & Order: SPU – Rest-less or Rest-full?” Ex. 20:8-11; Heb. 3:7-411 Has anyone ever said to you something like “You know, you wouldn’t be so tired if…?” or “You’d have more energy if…?” How did they fill in the blank? How is your life? Are you rest-less or rest-full? God has told us that our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Silver Bullet #1

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 14, 2011

Exposition of Exodus 32 regarding at least four ways that this occurrence helps us fight sin.

Text: Exodus 32, Title: Silver Bullet #1, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/12/11, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: C. Main thought: this text gives us at least four ways that this occurrence helps us fight sin A. Shows our depth of depravity (v. 1-6, 22-24) 1. This vast multitude of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Steve Lombardo on Nov 24, 2009

Every believer receives at least one gift from the Holy Spirit to use in the body of Christ.

I want to tell you about our cat. Our cat is named Roger – our female cat, Roger. Trey named her. It’s weird, but you get used to it. It’s funny. But Roger…she’s a nice cat. She was so cute. She actually showed up at Jason and Erica Carlson’s house a little over a year ago. A little kitten ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Inside Out Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 3, 2016

Each Christian receives at least one spiritual gift from God to be used in His service.

1. Clark Kent's Deathbed Imagine Clark Kent living his whole life without knowing he was Superman. Can we picture Clark Kent on his deathbed, looking down and muttering, "What's that big "S" on my T-shirt? Superman? What's that?" How sad! Even sadder is the fact that figuratively many Christians on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tried 'n True Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 25, 2014

Jesus began his ministry with at least 2 significant events -- his baptism and his temptation.

1. Greatness During Watergate Back in 1974, Richard Nixon's administration was falling apart due to the Watergate scandal so, to divert everyone's attention from that, he planned a trip to Russia and Italy and two of his closest aides came along... Alexander Haig and Ron Ziegler. Even though' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Love Has To Do With Freedom Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 27, 2012

Arrogance, the one vice that should be least present in the Christian life, is perhaps one of the most pervasive.

Introduction Arrogance, the one vice that should be least present in the Christian life, is perhaps one of the most pervasive. The reason is simple enough. We possess truth. Possessing God’s Word, we have cornered the market on spiritual truth. It is not a big step to make to become ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Favoritism In High Places Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 18, 2021

God is at least fair with everyone, but has the prerogative to be especially gracious with those He has chosen.

Favoritism in High Places? (Romans 9:14-21) 1.Penicillin was invented by Alexander Fleming in 1928. What Happened: Halfway through an experiment with bacteria, Alexander Fleming up and went on vacation. Slob that he was, he left a dirty petri dish in the lab sink. Big Discovery: When he got ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-21, Exodus 19:16, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Slow Learners Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 12, 2021

Why is it that when it comes to the faith we are such slow learners? Well, at least we are in good company!

Scripture Reading: Mark 8:1-10 During those days another large crowd gathered. Since they had nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples to him and said, “I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat. If I send them home hungry, they will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship #1 Of 4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 11, 2022

Generally, when a preacher preaches on stewardship the congregation immediately thinks of at least THREE things. These are...

(1) THE PASTOR IS GOING TO PREACH ON MONEY. Pastors who love the people of the congregation will preach about money. Why? Because God has promised a blessings to all who tithe. Illus: It is estimated that if the widow’s mite had been deposited at the “First National Bank of Jerusalem,” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Grow Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 28, 2020

God expects us to grow spiritually.

Grow Hebrews 5:11-6:12 God expects us to grow spiritually. SLIDE #1 Introduction • PC VIDEO- What if adults threw tantrums like toddlers? • I am thankful that I have never acted that way as an adult! • Our opening video clip, in a funny way, illustrates the matter at hand today. • When we are ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Turning Back

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 7, 2012

There are times in our spiritual lives when we want all the blessings of heaven, but with the least amount of sacrifice possible. There are times when we live our Christian lives in such a way that we seem to be saying, “What is the least amount that I ha

Opening illustration: Surprised to see an empty seat at the Super Bowl stadium, a diehard fan remarked about it to a woman sitting nearby. “It was my husband’s,” the woman explained, “But he died.” “I’m very sorry,” said the man. “You know, I’m really surprised that a relative or friend didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Dreamers

Contributed by Jw Worcester on Feb 15, 2021

There are two exceptional people in the Bible known for their dreams. One is the best known dreamer and one the least known dreamer.

There are two exceptional people in the Bible known for their dreams. One is the best known dreamer and one the least known dreamer. One had great rewards and the other has no mention in the Bible beyond the fulfilling of his dreams. One saw the full fruition of his dreams and the other didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-8, Matthew 1:20-21, Matthew 6:1-4

Demands Of Christianity - Part Two Series

Contributed by Trae Durden on Apr 14, 2005

Part Two, Expectations of Christians

Demands of Christianity – Part Two Introduction: A. Grandmother’s demands – Picadilly; Done eating; No old people! B. Hebrew Letter sets forth the “better” things of Christianity in contrast to the Law of Moses. Thirteen times. Many demands under Old Law; If the New is better, not to expect the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying Expectantly

Contributed by John Gerald on Sep 15, 2004

How to pray, and expect an answer.

PRAYING EXPECTANTLY Rev. John W. Gerald INTRODUCTION One of the greatest hindrances to answered prayer is lack of faith, and since faith is difficult to fully understand, and its laws so complex, few people really know how to pray in faith. Ones own ethnic background may produce tremendous ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14

Denomination: Methodist