Sermons on Obscure:

Hidden Figures - Baby Bodyguards Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

No spotlight. No applause. No recognition. However, they changed the outcome of the story and often changed history!

I. Introduction Anyone familiar with popular culture will know their screen names well. Ross, Rachel, Phoebe, Monica, Chandler, and Joey. We probably know some of their real names . . . David Schimmer, Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, Courtney Cox, Matthew Perry, and Matt Leblanc. But do you know ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:8-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The White Goose

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 22, 2016

If I was given the task of deciding how the Son of God would come to this earth, I would followed human reasoning to get the best conditions for Jesus message to have reached the most people. But God did it differently

Christmas at WSG and WSMM 2016 The Christmas Story Luke 2:1-14 A Scottish farmer did not believe in the Christmas story. The idea that God would become a man was absurd. His wife however was a devout Christian and had raised their children as Christians. The farmer would sometimes mock her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Servants Obey Everything Your Earthly Masters Command You

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 23, 2016

To show that CHRIST requires us to follow and obey our human bosses here on earth and while we're following and obeying our human bosses, we are doing it for the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you obeying your human bosses as if you are obeying the LORD? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST requires us to follow and obey our human bosses here on earth and while we're following and obeying our human bosses, we are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A New Direction

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 21, 2021

Michelangelo left four unfinished sculptures called “The Prisoners or Slaves”. Individually they are known as “The Awakening Slave”, “The Young Slave”, “The Bearded Slave”, and “The Atlas Bound” (Accademia).

Michelangelo left four unfinished sculptures called “The Prisoners or Slaves”. Individually they are known as “The Awakening Slave”, “The Young Slave”, “The Bearded Slave”, and “The Atlas Bound” (Accademia). They are partway carved from their block of marble but, never finished, they are forever ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Driven Out Of The Shallows

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 30, 2022

When it comes to our ancestors generations ago, many of the things we hold near and dear are just hearsay. Many times we fill in the blanks with our minds, seemingly making it real. Finally, we believe it.

Driven Out Of The Shallows Romans 12:1-2KJV When it comes to our ancestors generations ago, many of the things we hold near and dear are just hearsay. Many times we fill in the blanks with our minds, seemingly making it real. Finally, we believe it. However, before you put too much stock in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Romans 8:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are God's Living Epistle

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

Just as Paul encourages the people of the Corinthian church to become epistles upon which God writes of His love and mercy, so too we are to become epistles carrying that message to others.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) The Apostle Paul teaches, “You are our epistle written in the heart, known and read by all men” (2 Corinthians 3:2). Today I would like to challenge you to become a living ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Antipas: The Perverse And Putrid Puppet Ruler Of Galilee Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 12, 2021

The story of Herod Antipas is one of treachery, murder, lust, cowardice, deceit, and perversion. He was responsible for the murder of John the Baptist and ridiculed Jesus on the day of His execution. The family of Herod had no redeeming qualities and are examples of unredeemed humanity.

It would make sense to say that the ministry of the Lord Jesus was attracting a great deal of attention and some scrutiny by virtue of His wondrous teachings, His compassion to all who came to Him in faith and trust, the way He handled the criticisms and pettiness of the Pharisees, His ability ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-19, Mark 6:14-29, Leviticus 20:21, Luke 23:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Mary’s Miracle

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 7, 2015

The marks of greatness in God’s sight are the same marks of greatness that Jesus showed us-humility, self-sacrifice, total dependence on God and total obedience even unto death. The only place of honour in God’s kingdom is the place of service.

Do you believe in miracles? Well, I certainly do, because earlier this year I saw God work a miracle in the life of my mother. One night she had to be rushed to the hospital by ambulance because of breathing problems. I followed the ambulance in my own car. After several tests and x-rays, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Anglican

"Love Your Enemies" Series

Contributed by Kendall Hicks on Apr 5, 2016

I do not write out sermon manuscripts. This is a brief outline of the first message in the series "Say What? (Some Head-Scratching Statements of Jesus)."

INTRO: It’s Valentine’s Day, so let’s start with a quick survey: Has anyone here every broken-up with someone before Valentine’s Day so you wouldn’t have to buy them a present? (Don’t tell me I’m the only one!). Yes, I have done that. When I was single, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Field

Contributed by John Ong on Nov 5, 2015

For most of us, the easiest way to create a happy life is by simply living according to how we want it to be. There are too many obstacles life and we simply want to choose the shortcuts.

The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger for bread. – Mother Teresa For most of us, the easiest way to create a happy life is by simply living according to how we want everything to be. There are way too many obstacles life and we simply want to choose the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Locusts, And Their Place In Biblical History Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 25, 2015

What an incredible creature, the locust. How has God used it to judge those who needed it?

JOEL, JOHN, and the COMING LOCUSTS A. LOCUSTS in our Earth and in History Locusts have a locally prominent place in Scripture. You’ll see them at the beginning of the Bible story, a little past the middle, and at the end. When they show up, they take over the text, as in real life they ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Hinge Of History

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 17, 2019

What are we to make of the Resurrection?

“The Hinge of History” John 20:1-18 In my mom’s house there is a map of the history of the world, and it’s a BIG map. It wasn’t created by a specifically Christian publishing house; I believe it was put out by National Geographic, and fairly recently. Anyhow, on this map, the history of the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 3, 2019

Paul talks about two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness in Philippians 2 to describe the humility of Christ or the mind of Christ. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension.

Theme: “Mind of Christ” Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction: This chapter has two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension. This passage has the eschatological Hymnal. Kummel says this is the “Kerygma of Christ”. Bruce says this passage is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Servants Obey Everything Your Earthly Masters Command You

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 18, 2017

To show that CHRIST requires us to follow and obey our human bosses here on earth and while we're following and obeying our human bosses, we are doing it for the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you obeying your human bosses as if you are obeying the LORD? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST requires us to follow and obey our human bosses here on earth and while we're following and obeying our human bosses, we are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

"from Fear To Faith"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 29, 2021

A sermon for an Easter Sunrise Service.

“From Fear to Faith” Matthew 28:1-10 Let’s all think about this for a second? What are you afraid of? What is your biggest fear? What causes you, at least every once in a while, to wake up in the middle of the night, heart racing, mind going a million miles an hour? What is that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist