Sermons on Stories:

Divine Visitaton

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Jul 20, 2020

Whenever God visits a man, city or country, the story changes for good. His intervention can never go unnoticed as everything must attest to God's visitation. When he visits the dead as in John 11 as it pertains Lazarus, life comes to be!

DIVINE VISITATION Jeremiah 29:10-14 Jeremiah 29:10-14 10 For thus saith the Lord, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place. 11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14, Exodus 3:7-10, Isaiah 43:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Heals Naaman

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 23, 2020

The story of God healing Naaman is full of lessons, for example, about opportunity, courtesy, humility, and greed. But the key message must be the one Jesus drew from it. That is, that if we wish to see God's miracles, we must accept his word.

NAAMAN’S HEALING We’re continuing in our series ‘Bible Stories for Grown-Ups.’ Today we’re looking at one of the most famous stories in the Book of Kings. It’s the story of the healing of the Syrian general, Naaman. It’s a great story for Sunday School, because one of the key characters is a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Home Built By God Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 26, 2020

One could imagine the book of Ruth ending with - "They lived happily ever after." However, this account is not a children's story of fairy tale. In fact, it is part of the scarlet thread that runs through the Old Testament, leading to the birth of our Savior.

A Home Built by God Ruth 4: 13-22 I think you would all agree that it has been a pleasant and encouraging journey through the book of Ruth. We are all familiar with the fairy tales of our youth. Most of them begin with “Once upon a time” and end with “Happily ever-after.” The book of Ruth ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Quarreled & Tested: For The Long Haul

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 30, 2023

Exodus 17:1-7 is a story of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, which mirrors our struggles and tests. This passage reveals how the Israelites quarreled with God and faced a profound test of faith, a test that we, too, may encounter on our spiritual journey

1 October 2023 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR A Quarreled & Tested: For the Long Haul The Message 17 1-2 Directed by God, the whole company of Israel moved on by stages from the Wilderness of Sin. They set camp at Rephidim. And there wasn’t a drop of water for the people to drink. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Finding Peace And Provision In Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This is a story about ordinary people, with problems and difficulties just like you and me. When we invite Jesus into our lives and go deeper with Him, we find that Jesus calms our worries and provides for all our needs, turning us into fishers of men.

In the book of Luke, we find a beautiful story about a fisherman named Simon who was chosen by Jesus to follow and serve Him. This story is about ordinary people, like you and me, who invite Jesus into our lives and go deeper with Him. In doing so, we find that Jesus calms our worries and meets all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Topics: God's Provision, Faith, Trust In Jesus

Time To Engage: "Going Further In”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 23, 2025

There is three times Jesus went further into the Garden of Gethsemane until He received the Father’s perspective, guidance, strength, and peace. And if we want the same, we need to go further in with Jesus. We’ll also look at the two types of Christians this story reveals.

Time to Engage “Going Further In” Matthew 26:36-46 On our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blblLUL6ioQ Today, I’d like to use this message as a transition from our last or third word in our vision, “Engage,” to the fourth word, “Elevate.” And in our next series we’ll be looking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Psalm 25:4-5, Hebrews 4:16, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Character Study Of The Samaritan Woman Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

The Samaritan woman’s story is one of redemption and transformation. She moved from a sinful past to becoming a bold witness for Christ. Her life teaches that no one is too lost for Jesus to save, and that a true encounter with Him leads to a transformed life and a desire to share the gospel.

CHARACTER STUDY OF THE SAMARITAN WOMAN – WOMAN AT THE WELL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:1-30 "But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty again. The water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life." – ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"from Doubt To Faith: Embracing The Peace Of Christ"

Contributed by Mark Zorn on Apr 27, 2025

Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, verses 19-31. This passage recounts Jesus’ appearance to His disciples after the resurrection and the story of Thomas, often called “Doubting Thomas.” It speaks to the themes of fear, doubt, and the transformative power of faith.

**Introduction** Good morning, beloved! Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, verses 19-31. This passage recounts Jesus’ appearance to His disciples after the resurrection and the story of Thomas, often called “Doubting Thomas.” It speaks to the themes of fear, doubt, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 1, 2025

Genesis 50:20 sums up its moral of the story: “Even though you intended to do harm to me, God intended it for good, in order to preserve a numerous people, as he is doing today.” The purpose of Joseph’s life was “the saving of many lives”.

AMC, 02.11.2025 Text: Genesis 41:36-47 Theme: The Holy Man: Young Adult Joseph   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever.   Introduction: The story of Joseph was so exciting and inspiring for Holiness. Joseph's account is primarily found in Genesis chapters 37-50. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:36-47

Denomination: Methodist

Esther: A People Redeemed, Hope Revealed.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 18, 2025

The story of Esther and her place in the history of the Jewish people is fascinating in that it speaks of God's providence all the while not mentioning God. It deepens our understanding of his care for us and for all people. Hope is revealed, what part do we play now?

Esther: A people redeemed, hope revealed. Read Esther 4:9-14 The book of Esther is an account of the redemption of the Jewish people that were residing in the nation of Persia, a nation of 127 provinces. Persia or now days modern Iran stretched from India to the Mediterranean Sea, including ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:9-14, Ephesians 1:7, Deuteronomy 1:1, Deuteronomy 25:17-19, Esther 6:9, 1 Samuel 15:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

This Is What Counts In Life Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 22, 2024

God is in control of your life, my friend. All that you have is a gift of God. Your parents, your family, your marriage, your money, and your breath are all gifts from above.

At the conclusion of today’s message, you will be invited to respond to Jesus’ offer of a clean, fresh start. You can respond by going to the Encourager’s Room, a virtual room, or the altar. Today’s Scripture “After this Jesus and his disciples went into the Judean countryside, and he remained ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Greatest Investment Advice Ever Given

Contributed by Eric Kramer on Feb 26, 2005

Investment advice, in a long story format, edit according to your needs, not copywrited, bible quotes taken from internet bible quotes, feel free to add to or edit this paper any way acceptable to God. I am no expert and dont claim to be, no formal theol

The Greatest Investment Advice Ever Given The king held vast amounts of gold in his treasury, so risk another investment, especially in a foreign country. It was far to travel; over 1,000 miles away, and 2 countries buffered him between his well-defended lands and the Italian peninsula’s Roman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-15

Denomination: Catholic

What The Lad Had

Contributed by Jack Harris on Nov 25, 2004

We have a story before us that has been told and retold, and from which numerous lessons have been drawn. It is the only miracle which Jesus did that is recorded in each of the four Gospel accounts, Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9 and John 6.

WHAT THE LAD HAD. John 6: 1-14 Int. We have a story before us that has been told and retold, and from which numerous lessons have been drawn. It is the only miracle which Jesus did that is recorded in each of the four Gospel accounts, Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9 and John 6. Luke tells us that it ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Fear

Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 6, 2006

Lets see some important facts in this story: 1. Sometimes Jesus calms the storm. 2. Sometimes He lets the storms of life rage us. 3. Sometimes He lets the storms stay on us. 4. Sometimes He lets the storms of life strain us.

Dealing With Fear Mark 4:35-41 INTRODUCTION Story: Current economic situations and problems in the Philippines! I sought the Lord, and he answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4 Think of your greatest fears and keep it on your mind while we are studying the Scriptures. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Lighted Cabinets Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 25, 2009

Story form sermon about a man who put all the symbols of recognition on display, but no one noticed. Finally someone asked who helped him attain all this. The world does not need to see display cabinets; it needs to see the God who empowers us.

Like it or not, every day, every moment, we send out messages about who we are. Whether it is about our work, our home, our civic life, our possessions, or our spirituality, we send out strong signals about what is in our very core. Those around us will receive those signals, make no mistake; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist