Sermons on Obscure:

How Are The Dead Blessed

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 7, 2017

What does life mean, in the face of death?

How Are the Dead Blessed? Revelation 14:13 “And I heard a voice from heaven say: “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. From now on they shall have rest from their labors, and their works shall follow them.” Today we are confronted here by the death of someone we have loved. This confrontation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Journey To The Manger, Part 3

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 18, 2011

All they had was God’s word to go by and that was enough, that’s all they needed! No matter what we face in this world, God’s word is always more than enough and all we will ever need, to see us through any situation! Amen?

Journey to the Manger Part 3 Luke 2:4-7 NKJ "And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Word Possessed Authority

Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 26, 2013

God's word is not dormant but alive and powerful to the pulling down of strongholds in our life.

We live in a power-hungry culture. Whether it is religious, political, business, sports or entertainment people are hungry for power at whatever cost. The definition of power… A: general (1): ability to act or produce an effect (2): ability to get extra-base hits (like a power hitter) (3): ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Hope Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Mar 31, 2013

We all need hope. But hope alone is not enough - it must be based on a solid foundation. This sermon reminds believers that our Hope is based on the resurrection of Christ.

In the late night hours of July 30, 1945, the USS Indianapolis was struck by multiple torpedoes fired by a Japanese submarine. 500 miles west of the Philippine Islands, far from any port and under orders of secrecy, tt was the last US Navy ship sunk by enemy fire in WW2. The real story of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

O’ Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013

This is the third message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

On December 24, 1865 at the age of thirty Phillips Brooks’ life would be changed forever by a Christmas Eve service that lasted nearly five hours. The service took place at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. Brooks wrote, “I remember standing in the old church in Bethlehem close ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Message From The One We Serve Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2013

The series of messages on End Times for Today will take the words from Revelation chapter by chapter and reveal the blessings that are promised within these pages.

Introduction If you would someone the question, what is God like? How would they answer? How if I would ask you the same question how would you answer the question, what is God like? Now most Christians would probably agree that God is like Jesus. Because, Jesus Himself said: “He that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer In Beginning A New Year

Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 28, 2013

The believers focus in facing the unknown.

You can begin the New Year however you choose to, you were made that way by a sovereign God to choose the path of your attitude and action that you desire. However the outcome is often intrinsically tied to your choices. Because every choice we make has an end result, good, bad, or indifferent. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Offer Of Life-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 5, 2013

1 of 4. The apostle John revealed God’s offer of Life to mankind. God offers Life to mankind. But How can Life be procured/had? God’s Offer of Life comes to you thru...

GOD’s OFFER Of LIFE-I—John 1:5-13 Attention: The planned communities in & around Carrabelle. Somewhere ‘down-the-line’ realty investors saw land development in Carrabelle as an opportunity. They convinced the city to grade the land, provide roads, provide sewer access. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Where The Deer And Antelope Play

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 30, 2012

A talk on Paul's instruction to remain strong in the Lord amidst temptations in a worldly-culture.

Text: 1 Cor 16:13-14, Title: Where the Deer and Antelope Play, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/29/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: All of these words are present tense imperatives. Main thought: Paul gives them a final word of exhortation as he closes out the letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Value Engineering

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Mar 4, 2012

No servant is above his master, and the disciples of Christ are called to follow Him to the Calvary, however costly this may be.

Who’s coming off of a great week? Me too. But my brother made me homesick with a photo of the beach where we grew up. Living in Hawaii, I was never much of a surfer, but I did enjoy boogie boarding. There’s nothing quite like catching a wave, sliding along the waters’ azure arch. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Anglican

How To Have A Merry Christmas

Contributed by James Snyder on Dec 24, 2012

We face the danger of taking the Merry aspect of Christmas for granted.

For most, Americans in particular, Christmas is the most artificial time of the year. Everything about it reeks of artificial, from the fake Christmas tree all the way to our Christmas greeting, “Merry Christmas,” and all the singing of Christmas carols. Few people really mean what they sing. All ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Needed Vision

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 2, 2013

Proverbs 29:18 tells us that “where there is no vision people perish”. We as individuals and as the family of God need to have a clear vision like Isaiah. We need to see and understand Who God is, what we are, and what God is calling us to do.

A Needed Vision Isaiah 6:1-5 Isaiah had an encounter with God that provided Him with a clear vision of God, himself, his people, and his mission. Proverbs 29:18 tells us that “where there is no vision people perish”. We as individuals and as the family of God need to have a clear vision like ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Man Of Steel: Son Of God (A Look At Superman And Jesus) Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 16, 2013

The comic book hero Superman is a Christ figure, whose heroism inspires us to discover the world’s greatest Superhero: Jesus Christ.

MAN OF STEEL: SON OF GOD INTRO TO TOPIC: THE POWER OF A MYTHIC STORY: QUOTE: “Story is the language of the heart… Hollywood screenwriting teacher Robert McKee believes that we go to the movies because we hope to find in someone else’s story something that will help us understand ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-15

Denomination: *other

Cancel Easter?

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 1, 2020

Especially for 2020. On the first Easter, Jewish power players tried to MANAGE they truth of the resurrection, to cancel Easter forever. The truth could not be canceled, because disciples saw the risen Lord. The guards were afraid, but both the angel and Jesus said, "Do not be afraid."

CANCEL EASTER? Matthew 27:61-28:15 (Revised in 2020, during the novel coronavirus, covid-19 church cancellations—can be easily modified) In the eyes of many people, Easter has been canceled this year. Church is online only. Easter egg hunts and family dinners are canceled. Malls are closed, and ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Zeruiah: Mother Of The Warrior Clan

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on May 7, 2020

Zeruiah (whose name meant balsam of God). The name of this desired and welcomed daughter expressed a similar sentiment to her parents.

Now the three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab and Abishai and Asahel. And Asahel was as fleet of foot as a wild gazelle.” Introduction: Zeruiah (whose name meant balsam of God). The name of this desired and welcomed daughter expressed a similar sentiment to her parents. Zeruiah, a sister of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:18

Denomination: Baptist