Sermons on Obscure:

The Purpose Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Dr. Brian Schaeffer on Jul 18, 2022

I minister to you this morning “The Purpose Of The Resurrection.

The Purpose of the Resurrection Matthew 28 5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. 6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. 7 And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is ...read more

The Mystery Made Known Series

Contributed by Richard Vartenisian on Sep 9, 2015

The Good News may have been a mystery but it is not to be a secret

The Mystery Made Known Ephesians 3: 1-13 Have you ever read a book or watched a movie or TV show in which the end of the story leaves you in a complete mystery? Isn’t it frustrating to be left hanging on the edge of your seat wondering who the murderer was or what was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jehovah Tsidkenu

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 22, 2015

Jehovah Tsidkenu The LORD our Righteousness. A look at how Jesus' did enough for all of us. He is our righteousness

Jehovah Tsidkenu The LORD our Righteousness Introduction: I wish I could do more justice to the substance of our message tonight. The Meaning of 'Tsidkenu' comes from the word 'Tsedek' which means “righteousness.” 'Tsedek' is translated hundreds of times as right, righteous, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rich Man And Lazarus Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jun 6, 2019

Jesus teaches us that: Everyone lives forever, Heaven and Hell are real, eternal places, How you respond to God’s word now determines your eternity.

Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 Jesus teaches us that: Everyone lives forever Heaven and Hell are real, eternal places How you respond to God’s word now determines your eternity. This means that: If we believe what Jesus teaches is true, And we care about others, We must engage them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Practical Points Of Conversing With God

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 6, 2021

Nehemiah's prayer was an example in practicality, specificity and common sense when coming before the LORD with our needs and burdens. Prayer is an orderly time of conversing with God, who wants to hear from you daily.

This message is a continuation of our look at the prayers of the Jewish statesman Nehemiah and his concern over the rebuilding of Jerusalem, which had laid in ruins for decades after its destruction by the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar in 586 B.C., which brought the kingdom of Judah to an end ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 8:26

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Promises Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 30, 2022

In 2 Samuel 5-7 David stands on God’s promise to him. It is God’s covenant to David. The promise is that his decedents will reign on the throne of Israel forever. Yet this promise goes beyond David and his family and the King of Israel. It is the promise of the coming Messiah.

When God makes you a promise you can stand on that promise The Hymn says it well: Standing on the promises that cannot fail, When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, By the living Word of God, I shall prevail, Standing on the promises of God. That hymn has brought great comfort to many ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"getting Too Friendly With Sinners"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 31, 2022

Jesus' two parables in Luke 15:1-10 are about the character of God.

“Getting too Friendly with Sinners” Luke 15:1-10 Imagine living in Jesus’ world and imagine being labeled a “sinner” in that world. Now, I think we stumble over that term in this context because according to Christian doctrine we are all sinners, right? But this wasn’t necessarily the way ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Apostolic Testimony And The Authority Of Scripture.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2022

At the back of Peter’s apostolic testimony to the transfiguration of our Lord lies the foundational authority of the Old Testament Scriptures

THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY AND THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Peter 1:16-21. I). THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY. 2 Peter 1:16-18. Peter had a genuine pastoral concern for the purity of the church after his own death, literally his “exodus” (2 Peter 1:14-15). The Apostle wrote his second letter against ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Magic, Mystery, Miracle”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 20, 2022

The theme is take from Leonard Sweet the message of Christmas. In our society, there are two great religious holidays—Christmas and Easter. The green wreath of Christmas is juxtaposed to the Good Friday wreath of thorns.

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2022 Text: Matthew 1:20b-23 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Magic, Mystery, Miracle” Christmas is here. I’m sure you went through rolls of scotch tape in order to decorate all the Christmas gifts. Your scotch tape was probably made by the 3M ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-23, Luke 2:4-14

Denomination: Lutheran

He And Aaron Are Again Sent To Pharaoh Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 20, 2022

The Israelites, having shown themselves, for the time, unimpressible, God commands Moses to make his next effort upon the Pharaoh. He is to enter his presence once more and demand, without roundaboutness or vagueness, that the Israelites be allowed to quit the land (leave his land).

HE AND AARON ARE AGAIN SENT TO PHARAOH Exodus 6:10-13. Exodus 6:10-13 10Then the LORD said to Moses, 11"Go, tell Pharaoh king of Egypt to let the Israelites go out of his country." 12 But Moses said to the LORD, "If the Israelites will not listen to me, why would Pharaoh listen to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Humility Rules

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 6, 2023

Only the humble can hear God, and only the humble can represent the Gospel to the world.

Anybody here remember back to when John Hinkley tried to assassinate President Reagan? Alexander Haig was Secretary of State at the time, and his response to the crisis was to tell everybody that he was in charge. Which, of course, was not true. the Vice President is next in line, then the Speaker ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Outline For Acts 18:1-17

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 7, 2023

This outline covers Paul's early ministry in Corinth. Feel free to use this as the Lord leads.

Introduction: Acts 18 has three major topics. The first several verses record Paul’s ministry in Corinth; the middle section, Paul’ brief first ministry in Ephesus with Aquila and Priscilla; and the final verses describe the ministry of Apollos, and how Aquila and Priscilla helped him. 1 Paul as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Advent Iii "Surprises From God, Remove The Impossible”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 17, 2024

Mary and Elizabeth had a surprise from God. Both became expectant mothers. It was part of God's ultimate plan to reclaim His creation from the grasp of Satan, after the failure in Eden. At Bethlehem God launched a mighty counteroffensive that started with a tiny baby boy named Jesus.

In Jesus Holy Name December 22, 2024 Text: Luke 1:35-37 Redeemer “Surprises From God, Remove the Impossible” Luke chapter 1 tells us the story of two expectant mothers, Elizabeth and Mary. Both of their pregnancies were a surprise. Both are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35-45, John 1:14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Perseverance

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jan 11, 2025

When you are a follower of Christ, you will influence those around you. A Christian is an influencer; Christ-like in thought, in word, and in deed.

Matthew 13:33 “The Power of Perseverance" January 12, 2025 One of Jesus' shortest parables is the Parable of the Leaven, also known as the Parable of the Yeast. In this parable, Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to leaven mixed into bread dough. It’s important to define “kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission Of Jesus: Seeking And Saving The Lost Luke 19:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 27, 2024

Luke 19:10 encapsulates Jesus divine purpose and mission. This verse reveals the heart of our Saviour, who came into the world not only to teach and heal but ultimately to seek and save the lost.

The Mission of Jesus: Seeking and Saving the Lost Luke 19:10 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration made by Jesus in Luke 19:10, which encapsulates His divine purpose and mission. This verse reveals the heart of our Saviour, who came into the world not only to teach ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:6, Matthew 18:11-14, Luke 15:1-7, John 3:16, Ephesians 1:7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 10:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal