Sermons on Story Behind The Story:

Genesis 3 (Eating The Forbidden Fruit)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 21, 2007

In this voyeuristic age, where everybody thinks they have a right to know everything, here’s a story that suggests that there are some things that we ought not to know...

"The LORD God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it" (Genesis 2:15) Some will take this as a sure indication of the fact that this story was written by a man. For it seems that from Day 1 (or, to be exact, from Day 8) the creation story focuses on the jobs that need ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Can We Find Anyone Else Like This Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Dec 12, 2007

The STORY of Joseph, exploring the character traits that made transformation possible in his life. "It is your time in the Valley that prepares you for the Mountain Top".

Can We Find Anyone Else Like This? Grant van Boeschoten December 9, 2007 The word transform is made up of two root words, trans and form. Trans means across. Ex. Trans Canada Highway, the highway that stretches the whole way across Canada. Form means “external appearance of a clearly defined ...read more

Part 3: Helping Your Children Change Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 24, 2007

The prodigal son needed change! And as we look at his story, we can see how to help our children find the changes they need.

Part 3: Helping Your Children Change (Series: Heavenly Help for Your Family) Luke 15:11-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 25, 2006 *Change is hard! Mark Twain once said, “The only person who likes change is a wet baby.” (1) And that’s about right. *Nobody likes change, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Compassionate Faith Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 27, 2007

A journey of faith through Mark chapters 5 and 6. We want to look at the story of Christ living in and through men, as a result of the faith in their hearts.

Introduction We are on a journey of faith through- Mk 5/6. 2Cor 4:6-7 (treasure- Col 1:27- Christ in you) In man we have the coming together of the natural and the eternal. The hope is that the … eternal that is within us (through our faith) would break through the veil of our flesh and touch ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:33-52

Denomination: Charismatic

The Compassion Of Your Savior

Contributed by David Richardson on Mar 25, 2007

Why did Jesus stay at the Jordan while His sick friend, Lazarus, lay dying in Bethany? Maybe a story like this one was the reason.

The Compassion of Your Savior John 11:31-32 31 When the Jews who had been with Mary in the house, comforting her, noticed how quickly she got up and went out, they followed her, supposing she was going to the tomb to mourn there. 32 When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she ...read more

Scripture: John 11:31-32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Let's Begin! Series

Contributed by Terry Kemp on Feb 8, 2006

No. 2 in the series, "THe Story God is Telling," this sermon provides a quick survey of Genesis with emphasis on the beginning of Man, Sin, Forgiveness and Sanctification.

Series: THE STORY GOD IS TELLING Title: “Let’s Begin …” Text: Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 31a [NKJV] Genesis 6:5, 8 [NKJV] Introduction: A. On our calendar January marks the beginning of a new year. 1. With that new year come a myriad of resolutions … to read the Bible daily … to pray more ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Lessons

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Nov 15, 2006

While the Christmas story gives us the events of the birth of Jesus, it also gives us lessons to learn which can be beneficial for all of us.

LUKE 2:1-7 CHRISTMAS’ LESSONS I. ANTICIPATIONS: * A. Aliens. B. Adolescents. C. Aged. III. ANGELS: ** A. Adaptability. B. Amount. C. A cappella. III. APPRENTICESHIPS : *** A. Acceptance. B. Adversity. C. Attainment. Besides the birth of the Baby Jesus, what other things does the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

A Marcan Sandwich

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 1, 2006

Two stories of faith from different social strata showing how important it is to allow Jesus to touch us and we in turn to touch others

02-07-06 NC/NR The Marcan Sandwich Tom Wright the Bishop of Durham in his book “Mark for Everyone” describes this passage as a Marcan sandwich. For into the story of the raising of Jairus’ daughter, Mark interweaves the story of the healing of the woman with an issue of blood. And as it turns ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Anglican

Overcoming The Urge To Kill Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Sep 27, 2005

When jealousy or anger rears its ugly head, what do we do? The story of Cain provides us with some valuable answers.

A woman testified to the transformation in her life that had resulted through her experience in conversion. She declared, "I’m so glad I found Jesus. I have an uncle I used to hate so much I vowed I’d never go to his funeral. But now, why, I’d be happy to go to it any time." Have you ever felt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:2-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Buried Treasure Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 21, 2007

Part 2 in series Kingdom Stories. Examines what happens as the Kingdom gradually breaks in on human life, as shown in Matthew 13:44-46.

Buried Treasure Kingdom Stories, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers March 11, 2007 Today we continue looking at the parables of Jesus where he talked about the Kingdom of God. Last week we learned four things about the Kingdom. We learned that God is the one who takes initiative ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Free Methodist

From Pit To Place

Contributed by James Harrington on Feb 18, 2003

The story of Joseph helps us to choose to overlook unfair offenses, overcome enormous obstacles and model a virtue that is fast becoming lost in or hostile age.

From Pit to Palace Genesis 32:22-32 In David Aikman’s book Great Souls: Six Who Changed the Century, he profiles six leaders of the 20th century who he argues triumphed over criticism, adversity and opposition. Aikman writes, “I’ve always personally been inspired by the lives of great people. It ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Will, My Way

Contributed by James Harrington on Feb 18, 2003

Have you found yourself being impatient, wanting something, but just couldn’t wait? This story about Moses can help you.

God’s Will, My Way Exodus 2:11-17 Have you ever found yourself impatient, wanting something to happen and just couldn’t wait for it to happen? I remember a time when I was trying to decide on career move from secular work into ministry and how it exciting it was for my family. Nancy decided that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-17, Acts 7:21-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Releasing Destiny - Exodus Part 5 Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

The story of Moses shows us how God can use us--through surrender of our identity, our tools, and our weaknesses to Him.

INTRODUCTION • There is nothing more important than worship. • All God does begins with worship, not activity. • It is deep relationship with God. • It is allowing God to dig into us at the deepest levels and transform us. I. REPOSITIONING FOR RELEASE • The story ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Covenant: God Pursues Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 23, 2012

One could make the case that the Bible is the story of God pursuing people who have been running from Him and ruining their lives in the process.

Covenant: God Pursues Series: “Ancient-Future Christmas” Jeremiah 31:31-34 Rev. Brian Bill 12/23/12 What are you hoping to receive this Christmas? American Express did a survey recently and found that 31% of people said that receiving a “fruitcake” would be the worst gift ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

When The Swineherds Lost Their Jobs

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 7, 2013

The story of Jesus stilling the storm and delivering the Madman of Gadara, TOLD FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE SWINEHERDS. They saw things and got insights that would surprise you!

WHEN THE SWINEHERDS LOST THEIR JOBS Mk. 4:37-39; 5:2-19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Karl the Pig Farmer Karl the pig farmer was telling his buddies back on the farm about his first visit to a big city church: 1. "When I got there, they made me park my old pick-up in the corral," he began. "You mean in ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God