Sermons on Strange History:

Much More Than Collecting Food

Contributed by Jeferson Tavares on Nov 8, 2020

There are countless examples of people who have been altruistic throughout human history.

Much More Than Collecting Food Text: Psalm 41: 1-4; Lev. 25: 35-38; Deut. 15: 7-11 Introduction: There are countless examples of people who have been altruistic throughout human history. Think of some acquaintances. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Princess Diana Diana, Princess of Wales (Diana Frances, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 41:1-4, Leviticus 25:35-38

A Compromise Religion

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 11, 2023

In this portion of scripture is a brief sketch of the history of the children of Israel from Egypt to Canaan.

I. Pharaoh Tried to Intimidate Israel Away from the very Thought of God and Religion 1. Exodus 5:1-9 2. He said that Moses’ message of salvation was only “vain words.” Useless, nothing to it. 3. The Devil is using this same method with people today. He tries to frighten away because of what others ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Another Look At The Samaritan Woman At The Well

Contributed by Andrew Heath on Jul 27, 2017

Taking a look at the geographical and history of the place and the length Jesus goes to meet this women.

Reading John 4:1-24 Text 4:24. Introduction Good evening to you all it is a privilege to be sharing the word of God together, For where there is unity their God commands the blessing. I would like us to take a journey through these scriptures together, even though these are well known ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Supreme Fact

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Apr 5, 2021

Jesus' resurrection is the supreme fact in history and the supreme fact for every believer.

INTRODUCTION I’d like to start by telling you a bit about the time in my life after I became a Christian. I became a Christian when I was about ten. For a few years life went on much as before. Then I went on to secondary school. It was a private boarding school. When I started it was an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers Mighty Power Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jul 18, 2025

Looking at scripture and history and seeing some of God most remarkable answers to prayer

Annual Sermons: Vol. 5 No. 8 Text: Heb. 4:16; James 5:16 Concord Baptist Church: 1991 Bob Marcaurelle Catalog of Sermons and Bible Studies bmarcaurelle@charter.net PRAYER’S MIGHTY POWER Today (January 13, 1991) the armies of the world stand poised for war in what could be a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Next Generation Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

We must pass on the history and reality of our faith onto the next generation.

Today, we're going to talk about the stories we tell and the impact they have on our lives and the lives of others. You know how we love to share stories, right? We share them on Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and all over social media. But have you ever thought about the stories of faith in your ...read more

Topics: Parenting, Education, Sustainability, Legacy

Can't Nobody Break Bread Like Jesus

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 5, 2016

As the travelers made their weary way to Emmaus a stranger fell alongside them. It was going to be one of the most wonderful walks in history!

TITLE: CAN’T NOBODY BREAK BREAD LIKE JESUS SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 24:13-32 We will shortly gather around this Communion Table for the final time in the Calendar Year 2016. Few began Year with us have been called from Labor to Reward. I want to spend some time focusing on this table for this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom: Devotion Or Devouring?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 11, 2007

Black History Month and Amazing Grace Sunday: there is much to celebrate about freedom, when we review history. But we either devote ourselves to freedom (political, social, spiritual) or we devour ourselves. Newton’s story illustrates. Montgomery Hill

It’s a glorious thing to discover that you are free. Freedom tastes good, smells good, feels good. But after you find out you are free, then what? What do you do with your freedom? There are only two answers to that question: freedom either leads you to devotion; or it drives you to devour. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrected Living

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 12, 2009

The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is much more than just an important event in human history. Those are two-thousand year old facts of history that we celebrate on Easter Sunday. But what do they mean to us today? Paul answers that question in to

Purpose: To explain the transformation that life in Christ brings. Aim: I want the listener to surrender to Christ’s forgiveness. INTRODUCTION: "The day after Easter, the newspaper headline read: ’Entire World Celebrates the Risen Christ.’ On the same page under smaller headings ran stories ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Appearances Are Deceiving Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 24, 2000

A quest for truth often begins with disillusionment, but is easily diverted to something that appears good on the surface; but when you find God's truth, even if it is in a strange place, embrace it quickly and fully.

The LORD does not see as [men] see; they look on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart. Ridgecrest is a large Baptist-run assembly ground, nestled in the mountains of western North Carolina. All summer long, every year, thousands of Christians come to Ridgecrest for training, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Has Anybody Seen My Milk Cows?”

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Dec 11, 2003

This morning I would like to direct you to an unusual passage of Scripture as I see it. This to me is a strange passage but I believe has great application for each of us.

“Has Anybody Seen My Milk Cows?” Date: November 16, 2003 A.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Samuel 6:1-14 Background chapter 4 Introduction This morning I would like to direct you to an unusual passage of Scripture as I see it. This to me is a strange passage but I believe has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:1-14, 1 Samuel 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Deliverance For The Home

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Mar 22, 2010

Having strange and abnormal occurences in your home and your feel they spiritually inclined, pray these following prayer points with all the determination and agression you can gather within yourself.

DELIVERANCE FOR THE HOME A. SCRITURES: Psalm 121. 2 Samuel 22: 21-45 B. CONFESSION: Revelation 12: 11, Isaiah 41: 15, 2 Timothy 4: 18, John. 20: 11. PRAYER POINTS 1. I soak this house from the roof to the ground in the blood of Jesus. 2. Holy Spirit, ignite your fire from the roof to the ground ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:21-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unwrapping The Presence Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 26, 2012

It seems strange that God would first tell of the birth of his son to a group of shepherds. Yet, He did and there are lessons that we can glean from his declaration to them.

1. Chemistry Professor and Chauffeur A chauffeur had driven the chemistry professor to dozens of speaking engagements. He’d heard the same canned speech scores of times. He said on the way to another engagement, "Professor, I believe I could give your speech myself; I’ve heard it so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Spiritual Transformation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 9, 2025

Some folks have some strange ideas about conversion. Illus: Did you hear about the man that was named John Smith who was a Protestant living in a Catholic community?

Introduction: On the first Friday of Lent, John was outside grilling a big juicy steak on his grill. Meanwhile, all of his Catholic neighbors were eating cold tuna fish for supper. This went on each Friday of Lent. On the last Friday of Lent, the neighborhood men got together and decided ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jihad, A Muslim Pharaoh, Noah's Drowned Son... And More Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 26, 2015

It's all pretty strange territory for us, but Muhammad seems to be trying to show his awareness of Scripture by mentioning Bible names, then attaching weird narratives to them. Interesting, but so clearly contrived.

Lesson 26, Jihadists All. Now we finish Sura 7, and then move to sura 8, called "The Spoils", and sura 9, "The repentant". The ending verses of chapter 7 are yet another reminder of the insecure future afforded mankind by Allah, Islam's god. Verse 179: "And indeed, we have created for hell ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God