Sermons on Story Vs Event:

Powerful People Are Called To Love The Unlovable (The Story Of Hosea & Gomer) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 18, 2020

A sermon that looks at the parallels between Hosea & Gomer and Christ and His bride the church.

POWERFUL PEOPLE ARE CALLED TO LOVE THE UNLOVABLE Friday was Valentines Day. Some people overlook the origin of Valentine's day and assume it is just a day to celebrate love. The name Valentine is derived from the Latin word Valens which means worthy, strong or powerful. This evening as we ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-2, Mark 4:18-19, Hosea 2:4, Hosea 2:5, Job 1:21, James 1:17-18, James 4:4, Hosea 2:13, Hosea 2:14, Hosea 2:15, Hosea 3:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

4 Unrelated Sermons, On 4 Unrelated Stories (Exodus 4:18-31) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Nov 29, 2021

(1) How to Say Goodbye; (2) God Wants you to Serve Him; (3) God took circumcision seriously; (4) Why we praise God.

There are parts of the Bible that lend themselves more to teaching/preaching than others. Today's passage, Exodus 4:18-31, doesn't lead to a smooth sermon. It's a series of four short stories. Each of these stories has its own little buildup and conclusion. Each of these stories has ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:18-31

I Am Going To Prepare A Place For You The Story Of A Nonviolence Defense Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Feb 10, 2021

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My brothers and sisters, the rage of mankind is all of its own ...

I AM GOING TO PREPARE A PLACE FOR YOU The Story of a NonViolence Defense by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (February 9, 2021) “In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” (John 14:2, King James Version [KJV]). Greetings in the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2, John 14:1-31

Denomination: Friends

God's Story Never Ends With 'ashes.'" Series

Contributed by Timilehin Daniel Olabiyi on May 12, 2025

This powerful quote by Elisabeth Elliot reminds us that no matter what challenges or hardships we face, God's plan for our lives is always bigger and better than we can imagine.

"Of one thing I am perfectly sure: God's story never ends with 'ashes.'" This powerful quote by Elisabeth Elliot reminds us that no matter what challenges or hardships we face, God's plan for our lives is always bigger and better than we can imagine. Elisabeth Elliot, a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Apostolic

The Cry That Changed History: Hannah’s Story - 1 Samuel 1-7 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 31, 2025

This message covers the first seven chapters of 1 Samuel and shows how God saved a nation by closing a womb.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction David is emphasized in Scripture Pop quiz: Besides Jesus, whose name do you think is mentioned most often in ...read more

When A King Became A Baby

Contributed by James Mercer on Dec 9, 2013

A Christmas Sermon that emphasizes that the King was in control of all the events surrounding the incarnation.

When a King Becomes a Baby Luke 2: 1-7 When Matthew quoted the prophet to declare that one of the names of the little baby would be “Immanuel”, he was making a statement about who the child would be: God with us. He was God long before the stars began to send forth their light or the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hallelujah, Christ Arose!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 28, 2023

The Resurrection is the crucial event in Christian history because of the incredible difference it makes in the lives of Christ’s followers.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Luke 24:13-53 It seems rather strange to be preaching a sermon today about the resurrection of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sounding Of Trumpets Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Nov 29, 2012

In chapter 8 of Revelations there is this Silence, Supplication of the Saints and the Sounding of Trumpets. These are all future events of the great tribulation.

The Sound of Trumpets Revelation 8:1-3 Here is Revelation chapter 8 the opening of seventh seal starts a series of judgments by the sounding of seven trumpets. The sound of trumpets are literal; no “as it were” here at all. See: Revelation 8:1-2 1. The Silence “Silence in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Meanwhile…. Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 31, 2006

The story of Acts is like an old westerns whrer several stories are happening at the same time. Peter, is suddenly back in the story.

Meanwhile…. Acts 9:32-43 So in today’s reading we are suddenly back at what is going on with Peter. It is like one of the old westerns…Meanwhile back at the ranch… In chapter 8 we have all the things that were happening with Philip. We have the trip to Samaria with the sorcerer Peter and John ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Congregational

Judgement In God's Courtroom

Contributed by Danny Salyer on Jan 27, 2001

IF I COULD JUST TELL MY STORY!

“JUDGMENT IN GOD’S COURTROOM” Text: Rev. 20:11-15 Introduction: Everyone wants their day in court. They say, “If I could just tell my side of the story, then everything would be alright.” Well, every sinner and every Christian will have their day in court. This is the last event that will take ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Moses On The Mountain With The Lord - Part 10 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 4, 2011

I. God speaks about our service (vs. 1-11): -Appointments, abilities, accomplishments. II. God speaks about His Sabbaths (vs. 12-17): -A serious thing, a sign, our strength.

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord - Part 10 Exodus 31:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - August 25, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Tonight we are near the end of Moses’ fifth meeting on Mount Sinai with the pre-incarnate Lord Jesus Christ. (1) *This fifth meeting lasted ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-17, Exodus 31:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

Story of Joseph continues

Jacob leaves (witness protection program) stays with Uncle Laban Laban a match for sneakiness Jacob spies Rachel - they become kissing cousins I’ll work for 7 years as a dowry - after 7 years wedding feast and surprise - Leah Rachel given a week later but now he owes 7 more years labor Rachel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold The Lamb

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

Occasionally, Scripture presents us with events that change everything—epochal moments. This sermon explores one such event from John 1, marking the public unveiling of Jesus' ministry.

Epochal Events I came across a short line from a theologian and scholar named Richard D. Phillips. He basically said this (as I'm paraphrasing here), “Occasionally in Scripture we come across a truly epochal event that just changes everything.” — Richard D. Phillips I love that word: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-51, Revelation 5:12, Exodus 12:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ruth's Redeemer

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 28, 2018

The story of Ruth and Boaz is a love story but beyond the scenes is the real love story of how God loves us and provides for our redemption.

“Ruth’s Redeemer” Ruth 3:1-18 As residents of the state of Arkansas we are perhaps more aware than many American’s of the residents of Dogpatch. Dogpatch was a theme park ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

In A Normal World...

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 28, 2004

Everything changed for the US on September 11, 2001. Abnormal things happened, and since then things have changed dramatically. But that event was nothing compared to the events of Easter morning 1971 years ago.

Passage: Matthew 28:1-10 Intro: I was driving on the Maricopa freeway just south of the airport when I heard it. You were perhaps on your way to work, or had just flipped on the morning news show when you heard it. Maybe someone called you. 1. but everything changed the morning of September ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free