Sermons on Strange History:

Remember The Cross

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

The battle cries of our national history have been, “Remember the Alamo,” and “Remember Pearl Harbor.” Why in the world should we remember great defeats? It is because, like the cross, they become great defeats out of which came greater victories.

A couple of bank robbers hit a small country bank one lazy afternoon when the staff was small. They herded everyone into the vault at gunpoint. Then they gagged the teller and bound him hand and foot. They began to stuff the money into bags when they noticed the teller squirming and trying to talk ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Solomon The Billionaire Who Tried Unsuccesfully To Be Happy

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Aug 4, 2023

Solomon could be the wealthiest and wisest person in all of history. He ran down every possible road we travel to find it, but didn't. In the end he said the best road in life comes from obeying Go

Solomon - The Unhappy Billionaire Who Tried Unsuccessfully to Be Happy By Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.net “The Lord highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him royal splendor such as no king over Israel ever had before / God was with him and made him great.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Unmoved By The Cross?

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 24, 2023

The Roman soldiers who crucified Jesus were witnesses to the greatest event in human history but didn't know it. If we're not careful, the same thing can happen to us and we will never realize the love of Jesus!

UNMOVED BY THE CROSS? John 19:23-24 INTRODUCTION A. OPENING STORY 1. Two men had indulged in every sinful activity imaginable while away on a business trip together. In the morning, as they were making their way to the airport, one man challenged the other. He said, “I dare you to go over to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's All About Worship

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 13, 2023

From before the dawn of human history Lucifer, Satan, the Devil whatever name you decided to use has made his intention clear he desires to be worshipped as God. The focus of our worship is without a doubt to God and Him alone.

“It’s all about Worship.” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. INTRODUCTION: - I want to start by declaring a few truths. TRUTH -From before the dawn of human history Lucifer, Satan, the Devil whatever name you decided to use has made his intention clear he desires to be worshipped as God. TRUTH - ...read more

Scripture: John 4:22-24, 1 Corinthians 3:18-20, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Galatians 6:7, Matthew 4:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Revelation 12: The Epic War Of The Ages (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 3, 2022

Chapter 12 is a broad brushstroke of history going all the way back to when Satan fell and attempted to lead a rebellion against God in Heaven and continues through to the victorious coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and his defeat over Satan.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/141884 We are continuing through Revelation 12 tonight and we are considering the topic of this chapter on the Epic War of the Ages. We introduced this to you a couple ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-17

Denomination: Brethren

"the Mind Predestined For Leadership."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 19, 2022

Beloved, the writings of great men such as Plato, have inspired world leaders who made precise decisions that changed the course of history, and this message invites us to seek their secret for raising up prominent leaders that are willing to pour their knowledge and wisdom into others.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Philippians 2:4-8) (4) "Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others." (5) "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:" (6) "Who, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:45-47, John 15:16, Philippians 3:14, Daniel 5:1-31, James 4:10, Ephesians 4:11-14, John 13:13-17, Proverbs 11:14, Philippians 2:4-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Works-Based Karma Christianity

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 29, 2021

Throughout history, karma theology has penetrated church beliefs and enslaved people to serve God based on legalistic performance so they can earn His approval, receive rewards, blessings, healing, and obtain a victorious life. - A Two-Part Series

Karma is the "law of the deed" and is a century's old worldwide belief that if you do good things then good will come back to you, and if you do bad, then bad will come back to you. It is believed that suffering is the result of a person's wrongdoing in the past. It can be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16, Romans 12:3, Matthew 5:12, Colossians 3:24, Romans 11:6, Ephesians 2:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Battle, No Victory Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 15, 2020

In this message we will look at a period of history of God's people in the OT known as 'The Conquest Period.' And in this period we will uncover 5 battles that we must face if we want to see a victory in our life.

No Battle, No Victory O God, we have heard it with our own ears— our ancestors have told us of all you did in their day, in days long ago: You drove out the pagan nations by your power and gave all the land to our ancestors. You crushed their enemies and set our ancestors free. They did not ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Expression Of Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

God inspired Paul to give them this great love song as the greatest tool in history to aid men in the expression of love. Paul tells us what love does, and what it does not do. He reveals to us how to express love.

Predicting the unpredictable is what weather forecasting is all about. There are so many variables that nobody can be sure what tomorrow holds. Back in 1816 Mt. Tambora in what is now Indonesia erupted with a blast 80 times greater than that of Mt. St. Helens, and sent a massive cloud of volcanic ...read more

Psalm 10: A Prayer For The Overthrow Of The Wicked. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 26, 2018

The theme is a familiar one in all periods of church history, including today: the apparent impunity with which ruthless men go their self-seeking way, regardless of God or man, allowing neither morality nor humanity to set limits to their methods or.....

February 20, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 10 Title: A Prayer for the Overthrow of the Wicked. Psalm 10 (NIV) 1 Why, O LORD, do you stand far off ? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble? 2 In his arrogance the wicked man hunts down the weak, who are caught in the schemes he devises. 3 He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Free To Fail

Contributed by David Radcliff on Nov 30, 2017

As far as the biblical record is concerned, some of the greatest achievements in the history of God’s kingdom have come from very ordinary, imperfect people who have overcome failure to be used of God in a significant way. Their lives model some biblical

FREE TO FAIL Matthew 25:24-25; Philippians 4:13 Matthew 25:25 “And I was afraid, and went away and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what is yours.” and Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.” are two very different statements. The first was made by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Come Over And Help Us Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 9, 2016

Paul received a vision of a man from Macedonia imploring him to “Come over and help us.” He and his team immediately went, changing the course of history. What the church needs today is a fresh call to spread the Gospel.

Come Over and Help Us Acts Series Chuck Sligh October 9, 2016 TEXT: Acts 16:9-10 – “And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us. 10 And after he had seen the vision, immediately we endeavored ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Before The Throne Of God (Revelation 4: 2-11)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 31, 2024

How can anyone describe with our limited human vocabulary the glory and wonder of God's heaven? John's vision shows that God is in control of the events here on earth and will bring all of history to a conclusion on HIs terms.

Revelation Chapter 4 opens with the apostle John being commanded to "come up here" (v.1). He is brought to the throne room of God Almighty in all of its glory and majesty. It is far more beautiful and magnificent than any kind of palace built for kings and emperors here on Earth. What ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, John 14:1-3, 1 Corinthians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Revelation 4:2-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

No Longer Condemned

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jan 31, 2025

A history of slavery and segregation sometimes explode. Some may remember the riots in South Central Los Angeles in January 1993. People were burning buildings and looting stores. During all of the confusion an unsuspecting truck driver, named Reginald Denny.

Title: No Longer Condemned Scripture: Romans 8:6, “To set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.” Our history of slavery and segregation sometimes explodes. Some may remember the riots in South Central Los Angeles in January 1993. People were ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6, Colossians 1:21-22, Ephesians 2:6-9, Titus 3:4-5

Character Study Of Samuel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Samuel was a remarkable prophet, judge, and leader who played a crucial role in Israel’s history. His life was marked by obedience, prayer, and unwavering commitment to God. He guided Israel through a time of transition and left behind a legacy of faithfulness.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SAMUEL – PROPHET AND LAST JUDGE OF ISRAEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 3:19 "And Samuel grew, and the Lord was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground." Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:3-17, 1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:3-17, 1 Samuel 8:1-22, 1 Samuel 12:1-25, Jeremiah 1:5, Acts 13:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God