Sermons on Ordinary Moments:

Loving Leah

Contributed by Pastor Michael Threadgill on May 8, 2025

Leah, the first wife of Jacob, is one of the most overlooked figures in the Bible even though she may have felt weary or unwanted, God saw her, honored her, and made her fruitful. Her life is a powerful testimony to how God uses the overlooked to fulfill His greatest purposes.

Scripture: 16 Now Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. 17 Leah’s eyes were delicate, but Rachel was beautiful of form and appearance. 18 Now Jacob loved Rachel; so he said, “I will serve you seven years for Rachel your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:16-32

How Can This Be?

Contributed by Dean Morgan on May 5, 2008

Have you ever been asked to do something and asked HOW? Has the Lord ever asked you to do something and you asked HOW?

Have you ever been asked to do something and asked HOW? Has the Lord ever asked you to do something and you asked HOW? Pay particular attention to verses 34 and 35: 34 Then Mary said to the angel, "How can this be, since I do not know a man?" 35 And the angel answered and said to her, "The Holy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who? Me - A Giant Slayer? Series

Contributed by Robert Lum on Sep 2, 2008

The selection of David gives hope to those with low self-esteem that when man overlooks them, God sees them.

This evening, we begin an 8-part series on the life of David. We entitled it, “Slaying Your Giants”. These messages are inspired largely by Max Lucado’s book, “Facing Your Giants”, 2006. When I mention David, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? For me, it’s the classic story of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dream Team Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 7, 2007

As we take a brief look at the 12 apostles we learn some important truths about the way that God works through us to accomplish His mission.

Introduction: A. When I say the words “Dream Team,” what comes to your mind? 1. This picture? Probably not. It came up on my picture search. Animated movie – Madagascar. 2. If you are a sports fan, then this is the picture that probably came to mind. B. The original Dream Team is the U.S. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shepherds Watched The Sheep By Night

Contributed by James May on Dec 9, 2012

What significance do the shepherds of Bethlehem have to us today?

Shepherds Watched The Sheep By Night Sunday, December 9, 2012 By Rev. James May Luke 2:8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. Luke 2:9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Listening? Series

Contributed by Delwyn Campbell on Feb 16, 2019

Sometimes we come to church hoping to be stirred up to some great compelling vision. We’re praying for God to speak in a way that transforms our perspective so that we can go boldly in His name to transform the world.

AFRICAN-AMERICANS MOST BIBLE ENGAGED IN THE US The Bible tops coffee, sweets, and Social Media African-Americans have higher levels of Bible engagement than the general U.S. population, which is demonstrated by their beliefs and practices, according to the latest State of the Bible survey by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Fan Or Follower - The Specifics Of Following - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 17, 2011

Now that we have seen the differences between a fan and follower and see that Christ calls people to be followers, what are some of the specifics of becoming a follower of Christ? Today we want to ask, who actually can become his follower and is there an

The Specifics of Following – Part 1 Who can follow? Anyone What is the Cost? Nothing And Everything Intro Transition slide in Easy worship Good morning. I know everyone is excited for the Bears to beat the Seahawks today. Well everyone except Billy (and a couple other Washington natives). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deafness/Dumbness Delightfully Dismissed Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Apr 22, 2007

Jesus heals a man with a double curse-deafness and dumbness. Yet, the manner in which the miracle occured is miraculous in itself and it shows the tender side of the Lord of lords.

MARK 7:33-35 DEAFNESS/DUMBNESSDELIGHTFULLY DISMISSED I. THE SAVIOUR: * Mark 7:33 A. Sympathetic B. Signs C. Significance II. THE SIGHING: ** Mark 7:34 A. Suffering B. Sirens C. Satan III. THE SUCCESS: *** Mark 7:34, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:33-35

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Appears To His Disciples Behind Locked Doors/Dare To Believe

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Feb 6, 2015

Doubters dare to believe! The SAS motto is?....Yes "He who dares wins. I dare you to stop doubting and become a winner. The prize? A peace that passes all understanding even when in crisis and for all who trust Christ, everlasting life.

(Illustrating joke) When Beethoven passed away, he was buried in a churchyard. A couple days later, the town drunk was walking through the cemetery and heard some strange noise coming from the area where Beethoven was buried. Terrified, the drunk ran and got the priest to come and listen to it. The ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-30

Denomination: *other

Silencing Demons Series

Contributed by Yvi Martin on Jan 19, 2022

A sermon on Mark 1:21-28 when Jesus casts out the demon from the man in the synagogue

Hello and welcome - If you’re here for the first time today, I welcome you! You picked a great day to join us because we’re kicking off a whole new sermon series that’s all about the miracles of Jesus. If you’ve spent any time in or around church, or even if all of this is somewhat foreign to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Journey To Bethlehem Part 3 Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 24, 2001

This is the final sermon on this Christmas series.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:10-12, Luke 2:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Time Giving! Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Feb 9, 2001

God who is almighty and eternal, stands outside the realm of time. You and I look at time in a three dimensional way. We see it as "past, present and future".

"Time Giving!" " The 3 T’s - Time, Treasure, and Talent" series part 2 of 3 Text: Ecc. 3:1-11 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - Feb. 11, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Eccles. 3:1-11 There is a time for everything, and a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:3-11

Denomination: Bible Church

"Don't Be Surprised" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 8, 2005

Do you often think that because God doesn’t answer prayer quickly that He is not going to answer at all? That doesn’t matter. Don’t be surprised WHEN He answers your prayer.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches April 10, 2005 “Don’t Be Surprised” Acts 12:11-19 INTRODUCTION: When has God surprised you by intervening in a situation that you thought was hopeless? Probably you can think of a time when at the last minute things began to miraculously turn around, things started ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:11-19

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Said: If Any One Would Come After Me.....

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 23, 2005

he must deny himself, take up his Cross and follow me. So what do YOU think about that?

NR Methodist Church and NC 28-08-05 Mt 16:21-28 Take up your cross and follow me Story: One man I admire greatly is Maximilian Kolbe (1894-1941). Maximilian Kolbe was a Catholic priest, who was put in a Nazi concentration camp for his faith. On May 28, 1941, he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

"Managing The Inevitable Distractions" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 23, 2003

How do we learn to handle the many distractions that come to all of us--especially at the Christmas season?

Iliff & Saltillo United Methodist December 8, 2002 Managing the Inevitable Distractions Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 INTRODUCTION: This week I had difficulty getting this sermon ready. I was distracted by many things. Maybe you have felt this way too, especially during the Christmas season. Pulled ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-7, Psalm 80:17-19

Denomination: Methodist