Sermons on Question:

Thanksgiving Through Thanks-Living

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Our benefits and blessings are so great, and our ability to express our gratitude so inadequate, that we sometimes question if we are really thankful at all.

Sir, Michael Costa, a famous composer and conductor from Naples, was once rehearsing with a vast array of instruments, and hundreds of voices. With the thunder of the organ; the role of the drums; the sounding of the horns, and the clashing of the symbols, the mighty chorus rang out. The piccolo ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Why Did God Send Jesus? (John 2:23-3:21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 9, 2022

When we look at Judeans' rejection of Jesus, it's an open question. Did God want his people to be condemned, or not?

Last week, I worked very hard to end on a sour note. Let's reread 2:23-24: (23) Now, while he was in Jerusalem during the Passover at the feast, many gave allegiance to his name, seeing his signs that he was doing. (24) Now, Jesus himself wasn't giving his own allegiance to them because ...read more

Scripture: John 2:23-24, John 3:1-21, John 17:3

Dry Bones, Live!

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Dec 19, 2023

This sermon speaks to what God can do, but questions is we believe God will do. This sermon is a part of our 2030 vision for our church family.

Dry Bone Live! (Ezk 37:1-14) Intro: A. When a rich young man asked Jesus what he needed to do to be saved the end result was, “go sell all that you have, give it to the poor and come, follow me.” The young man went away sorrowful, for he had great riches. Right after that the disciples said ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expelling The Enemy Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 19, 2024

In our text today is a frightening scene that demonstrates the power of our enemy and also the power of Jesus. There are likely many questions we have for this text that are unanswerable.

The Healing Touch of Jesus Expelling the Enemy   Mark 5:1-20 Introduction In our text today is a frightening scene that demonstrates the power of our enemy and also the power of Jesus. There are likely many questions we have for this text that are unanswerable. This has been a long night ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Purpose Of Our Life? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

I want to write to you about a fundamental question that we all ask ourselves at some point in our lives: what is the purpose of our life?

In Psalm 57:2, David writes, “My soul takes refuge in you, Lord. May my soul find refuge in you, and may I find my purpose in your love.” Here, David reminds us that our purpose in life is not found in material possessions, temporary pleasures, or worldly success. Our purpose is found in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:2, Jeremiah 29:11, Colossians 1:16

Abraham's Obedient Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 17, 2023

Is there a difference between works of the law and works of faith? Many Christians confuse the two as one, but they are not. Let's let the Bible answer the question.

A false equivalence is bad logic. It occurs when we believe that the same word in different contexts means the same thing. This happens in Christian discussions of the word works. We solve the confusion by asking what kind of “works” is being discussed. Is it works of the law or works of obedient ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping God On Our Side

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jun 16, 2023

Many people believe God is on their side because (whatever). God is on the side of creation (John 3:16), but the question how to keep him on our side.

HOW TO KEEP GOD ON OUR SIDE 2 Kings 18:1-7 INTRODUCTION A. The rich and the powerful point to their power and riches as proof that God is on their side. B. The poor and downtrodden often believe that God is on their side in their rebellion against the rich and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-7, Isaiah 59:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"don't Waste Your Opportunity To Go To Heaven" Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Sep 19, 2023

"How can we neglect such a great salvation?" One of the greatest questions ever asked. Have you considered it? Taken it seriously?

Perhaps you’ve heard of “lawn chair Larry?” On July 2, 1982 Larry Walters and his girlfriend Carol Van Deusen made history when they decided to purchase 43 weather balloons and purchase enough helium to fill them at their local California Toy Time Balloons store. When they returned home, they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 5 - How Can We Be Saved? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 6, 2023

Do you want to be saved and be sure that eternal life is yours? As we look at the Parable of the Good Samaritan in different light, we will receive an answer to that question.

We read in Acts 2:47, “every day the Lord was adding to their number those being saved.” (TLV) As we study the latter part of Acts 2:47 we take special note of the fact “that every day the Lord was adding to their numbers those being saved.” Firstly it was the Lord Himself who adding the people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:47, Luke 10:25, Luke 10:30, Luke 10:31-33, Romans 5:6, Philippians 2:7, Luke 10:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

When The Hour Of Decision Is Midnight

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 15, 2024

When one asks the question, "What must I do to be saved," accepting the answer we give will determine the eternal destiny for that person.

“About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them, and suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken. And immediately all the doors were opened, and everyone’s bonds were unfastened. When the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Getting God's Attention

Contributed by Rainer Reddy on Oct 12, 2017

How do we get God's attention? How do we get God to shine His spotlight on us. This sermon answers those questions!

Text: Matthew 20: 29 – 34 : 29 Now as they went out of Jericho, a great multitude followed Him. 30 And behold, two blind men sitting by the road, when they heard that Jesus was passing by, cried out, saying, “Have mercy on us, O Lord, Son of David!” 31 Then the multitude warned them that they ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Do You Believe This? Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

Jesus says, “I am the resurrection and the life. Do you believe this?” It is a personal question, which initiates person struggle and calls for a personal response.

Do you believe this?” John 11:17-27 Jesus says, “I am the resurrection and the life. Do you believe this?” It’s a personal question 1 Corinthians 15:52 Philippians 3:21 It initiates a personal struggle People have and will die for something they believe strongly. But no one will ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond The Grave: The Truth About Death

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Nov 1, 2024

What happens after death? What happens after death? It’s a question people from all walks of life and belief systems ponder.

Title: Beyond the Grave: The Truth About Death Key Text: Ecclesiastes 9:5-6 Introduction What happens after death? It’s a question people from all walks of life and belief systems ponder. The Bible provides profound insights into this question, and as Seventh-day Adventists, we hold to a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Ecclesiastes 9:5-7

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Tale Of Two Kinds Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 3, 2024

James focuses on the leaders of the church as he calls into question the source of wisdom - essentially noting that wisdom from God is drastically different than wisdom of the world.

There are decisions that all of us make on a daily basis. Some of those are minor and relatively inconsequential, others are major and potentially life altering. Some impact only us (or so we think), where others reap ramifications on our families, church, workplaces, school, community, and more. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Galatians 5:22-23, James 1:2-8, James 2:14-26, James 3:1-12, Colossians 3:2, Matthew 11:29, Hebrews 12:2, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:21-22, Isaiah 9:6, John 17:4, John 10:10, John 3:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Healing Ministry Of Christ - Matthew 8 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 10, 2025

Faith, Worship, and the Healing Ministry of CHRIST. When it comes to our need for healing, we need to understand that HE CAN, but the question is...WILL HE?

2025.03.09. Sermon Notes. Faith, Worship, Healing, Teaching and Miracles THE HEALING MINISTRY OF CHRIST - MATTHEW 8 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. Faith, Worship, and the Healing Ministry of CHRIST. When it comes to our need for healing, we need to understand that HE CAN, but WILL ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23-24, Matthew 7:28-29, Matthew 8:1-34, Exodus 4:6-7, Isaiah 1:4-6, Mark 1:41, Mark 1:44-45, Numbers 6:6-7, Psalm 89:8-9, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational