Sermons on story telling: showing 976-990 of 162,128

The Story- Chapter 16 The Beginning Of The End Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 23, 2014

The nation is divided, the end is near, but God is faithful!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The whole premise of The Story has been that since the fall of man in the Garden of Eden that God has been in pursuit of man. God has been pursuing us with His love! • Part of God’s pursuit of us was that He established a nation, a notion like no ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grandpa, Tell Me 'bout The Good Old Days

Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002

There were many things that were not good about the old days; racism, mothers and children lost at birth, poor medical care, two world wars. But, there was also much that made the old days good.

Grandpa.. Tell Me ’Bout The Good Old Days Introduction 1. Last week while on vacation we went home to visit my parents. 2. My uncle Leonard had just been sent home from the hospital so we went down to see him. 3. As I stood up to leave I saw a picture that I had forgotten about many years ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 5:21-30, John 1:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Story Of Ruth - A Heroine In Search Of A Home Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The major motif to watch for as you work your way through this story is a movement from emptiness, famine, and death to fullness, plenty, and life.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: As you walk down the red carpet, a frenzied mob swarms around you, demanding your autograph. The reporters are snapping your picture, nearly blinding you. Every ten feet, a television crew stops you for an interview. Have you just become the hottest newest star? ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-22

The Christmas Story And The Coming Of Peace And Joy

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 30, 2011

Will Christmas change your life? Will your life be better on December 26th because you celebrated Christmas this year? The Christmas story promises peace and joy. Do you experience peace and joy in your life? If not, then is the Christmas story real, or i

Purpose: To explain how Christ brought peace and joy to the earth. Aim: I want the listener to experience God's peace and joy. INTRODUCTION: Will Christmas change your life? Will your life be better on December 26th because you celebrated Christmas this year? The Christmas story promises peace and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 14, 2016

God's love demonstrated

Christmas,,,not what it used to be,,, no nativity,,, it is all about marketing,,, used to be Merry Christmas,,, now it is Happy Holidays ( illustration, I heard on the news of fights in stores,,,,, two ladies over radio,,,, . Christmas is about the love of God....Jesus is the greatest gift of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

Timely Lessons From A Troubling Story

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 5, 2016

1. Be warned about the seriousness of sin (vs. 24) 2. Be willing to stand in the gap (vs. 25) 3. Trust God's way of salvation (vs. 25-26) 4. Give worship to our Savior (vs. 27-31)

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 17: Timely Lessons from a Troubling Story Exodus 4:18-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 28, 2012 BACKGROUND: *We are looking at the Old Testament appearances of Christ. In Exodus 3 and 4, the Lord miraculously appeared to Moses in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Forget To Tell Him Thank You.

Contributed by Ashton Alexander on Jun 7, 2009

This sermon explains the importance of thankfulness.

Luke 17:11-19 Don’t Forget To Tell Him Thank You By Rev. Ashton E. Alexander There was a man who was well established that had vacationed to Jamaica for the summer. One afternoon after enjoying himself at the beach, he decided to grab a bit to eat from Burger King. After which, a seemingly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Luke 17:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

Zechariah And Elizabeth – A Story Of Hope Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 9, 2016

Advent is the good news that there is hope regardless of your situation

Most of you are probably familiar with the classic Christmas movie “It’s a Wonderful Life.” The movie begins with George Bailey about to commit suicide in Bedford Falls, New York on Christmas Eve in 1945. As the prayers of his friends are heard in heaven an angel apprentice named ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-66

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob-The "Dinah Jacobs” Story Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 28, 2022

Jacob's daughter Dinah is only mentioned in a few places in Scripture. This story shows how one decision can lead to a whole lot of problems.

Introduction: Remember the old TV Western, “Wagon Train’? Every episode was called “the So-and-So story”, featuring one character who had some kind of impact or another on the wagon train’s journey to California or wherever. Sometimes the “guest” would impact one of the train’s leaders, too—but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah’s Story Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2011

Nehemiah gives us an example of what to do when we face disasters in this world and how at times God calls us to take a risk for the sake of others. Call on God then go to work!

Series: BC Justice League Opening thoughts to the series - “BC justice league” – God’s biblical super heroes before Christ. Over the last few weeks we have been sharing the power of the story! We have been looking at how a person’s life can make a difference in the eternal realm of God. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nehemiah’s Story Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2011

Nehemiah gives us an example of what to do when we face disasters in this world and how at times God calls us to take a risk for the sake of others. We need to learn to call on God in crisis then go to work!

Series: BC Justice League Opening thoughts to the series - “BC justice league” – God’s biblical super heroes before Christ. Over the last few weeks we have been sharing the power of the story! We have been looking at how a person’s life can make a difference in the eternal realm of God. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Make A Deal: The Story Of Jacob Series

Contributed by Charles Holt on Apr 13, 2001

Part two of a Bible study on the life of Jacob, his vision in the night as he fled from Esau.

A Bible Study by Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com LET’S MAKE A DEAL: The Story of Jacob Part Two If you think that what I have been talking about so far is way beyond reality, that it is in fact a wild ride into Fantasy Land, nice in theory but totally impractical ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have You Tasted My Apple?

Contributed by Charles Whatley on May 20, 2004

We Christians have experienced great things and have great stories to tell...if only we’ll tell them!

Every year at the University of Chicago Divinity School, they have what is called "Baptist Day." On this one day, everyone brings a picnic lunch to be eaten outdoors in a grassy picnic area. The school would invite some great theological mind to lecture while the students and faculty ate their ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Caiaphas: How To Tell The Difference Between A Relationship And A Religion Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 22, 2004

Being religious is an eternity away from having a relationship with God.

Introduction: A Some in the Jewish community have cried foul over the portrayal of Jews being the executioners of the Christ and this portrayal is manifested in one key character, at least for me, in the film: Caiaphas. a Caiaphas was the high priest during not only Jesus’ ministry, but also ...read more

Scripture: John 11:47-53

Denomination: Baptist

What Can You Tell Me About Jesus?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 5, 2012

Sharing the Gospel, should be as easy as 123, like telling someone your name,

What Can You Tell Me About Jesus? Everyone loves a great actor or actress, Everybody loves a good movie, don’t they? Have you ever known of, or maybe even known someone yourself? That after they have seen a movie, or been to an event. Whether they liked it or not, they get excited to tell ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational