Sermons on Story Behind The Story:

It Is A Strange Story

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jun 19, 2010

A sermon for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost, proper 7, Series C

4th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr.7] June 20, 2010 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Almighty God, through your Son, Jesus the Christ, you not only revealed your redeeming grace, but you also call us to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Lutheran

The Rest Of The Story Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 18, 2010

Jesus commends a rhythm for life - worship, then work.

“Renewable Energy: The Rest of the Story” Luke 10:38-42 So with whom do you identify – Martha or Mary? Which one do you like better? I think I agree with the man who replied, “I like Martha best during dinner and I like Mary best after dinner.” It’s almost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Storm Story

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Jan 18, 2010

Lessons the Disciples learned one night in a storm

“A Storm Story” ( Mark 4:33-41) Intro- * The end of a very long day of teaching and other activities. * Jesus had to deal with many issues and had been sitting in a boat while teaching a multitude of people. * Vs 33-34 explain His teaching plan. He taught parables ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:33-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Grace Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 11, 2015

Grace, something we talk about and preach about, but where do we get this theology of Grace?

For most of us, sometime over the next two days we will celebrate the Feast of the Dead Bird, better known by many as Thanksgiving Dinner. And as a part of that tradition at some point before we actually begin to consume food someone will ask “Uncle Bob would you return thanks?” or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Inside Story Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 15, 2015

God does not see as we see. He has the ability to look on the heart of men. God chose David of Bethlehem to be the unifying king of Israel and ancestor of Jesus, the ultimate King of Israel.

1. Superman -- Fact or Fiction? George Reeves (TV's Superman in the 1950's) was popular for guest appearances, but his fame included risks. Kids might kick him in the shins or throw rocks to find out if he was the "real" Superman or a "pretend" Superman, the same way kids pull on Santa beards to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Crazy Story Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 17, 2015

This sermon looks at the shepherds of Christmas - it has four points. 1. PERCEIVE Christ 2. PURSUE Christ 3. PROCLAIM Christ 4. PRAISE Christ

A Crazy Story Let me tell you a crazy story. It happened on January 12th, 2007. That is the day when a young man by the name of Joshua Bell entered a subway station in Washington, DC. He was dressed in a long sleeve T-shirt and jeans. He found a nice place and took out his violin from its ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

End Of Story

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Sep 14, 2017

The End of what we know is certainly coming soon. We know not the time, but many of the warning signs are present. We must not only be READY, but we must ready others, less they go through the Wrath of God that is promised and must be fulfilled.

Many of remember Paul Harvey using this line years ago, “And now you know the End of the Story.” Revelation 14:6-20 (NKJV) The Proclamations of Three Angels 6 Then I saw another angel flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach to those who dwell on the earth—to every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:21-22, Matthew 24:29-31, Revelation 15:5-8, Matthew 24:36-37, Revelation 11:15-19, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17, Acts 1:9-11, Revelation 14:6-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

Glory Story Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 11, 2017

Jesus gave God glory by fulfilling what God had given him to do. As a result, Jesus was honored with glory form the Father. Glory and Giving apply to us as well.

1. The Messiah was referred to as the “Coming One.” • Are you the One? Luke 7.18-19 18 The disciples of John reported all these things to him. And John, 19 calling two of his disciples to him, sent them to the Lord, saying, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?” [Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Story

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 11, 2017

The Christmas story is all about God's love for you.

`“The Christmas Story” Matthew 2:1-16 “The Christmas story is fascinating to me. There is so much going on. God the Creator takes on human form as a baby. He was born in a barn with all those colorful images; Wisemen from the East came to see Him after following a star that led the way to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Holiness

The Christmas Story

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 12, 2017

This telling of the birth of Christ is a mixture of narrative and historical facts. My prayer is that it blesses you.

Many of us know the “Christmas Story” oh so well. And no, I’m talking about the one with the “Red rider BB gun”. That “Christmas Story” is very humorous and it’s a lot of fun to watch. But there was nothing humorous about what happened in Bethlehem and the neighboring villages as a result of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 22:23-29, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:28-33, Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rest Of The Story Series

Contributed by John Pearrell on Jan 12, 2016

Jesus steps outside of the norm and the result is a woman and town are converted.

Projectionist: Start with “If Jesus Returned Today” Good questions; important questions. Our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We really can’t do that, but what we can do is create irresistible environments where people are encouraged and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of God Series

Contributed by Dwayne Dickson on Feb 13, 2016

The first of a series on the essential stories of the Old Testament. This sermon describes God's character and being. It also explores the idea that we are the pinnacle of God's creation. God created us to pour His love into us.

The Story of God Introduction This Sunday we are beginning a study of some of our favorite Old Testament Bible stories. And of course the best place to start is the beginning, the book of Genesis and the creation account. Over the years I have heard numerous reasons given for why Christians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Story Of A Birth Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 27, 2016

At Christmas we often talk about the birth of Jesus but this message is about the birth of John, The Story Seldom Told

The Story of a Birth We all know the Story; we’ve heard it over and over again. this is the beginning of the Christmas story and it has all the earmarks of a great story. You hear it this time of year in sermons, songs and read about it on Christmas cards. Of course, it’s the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-66

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Story Of A Journey

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 18, 2016

We know about the Journey to Bethlehem, this message tells about the journey to Egypt

We all know the Story; we’ve heard it over and over again. If you close your eyes you can almost picture them, Mary, Great with Child, on a donkey. Wow while that may be an accurate description I’m not sure that any woman ever, would appreciate being described that way. Ranks right up there ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Story Of A Journey Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 18, 2016

We all hear the story about the Journey to Bethlehem at Christmas, this is the story of the journey to Egypt

We all know the Story; we’ve heard it over and over again. If you close your eyes you can almost picture them, Mary, Great with Child, on a donkey. Wow while that may be an accurate description I’m not sure that any woman ever, would appreciate being described that way. Ranks right ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-15

Denomination: Wesleyan