Sermons on Strange History:

The Ministry Of John The Baptist - Parts 1 & 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 8, 2025

When God breaks into human history, He calls His people to repentance, readiness, and radical obedience—and He raises courageous messengers to prepare the way for the coming King.

The Ministry of John the Baptist (Parts 1 & 2) January 11, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 3:1-20 INTRODUCTION — WHEN GOD SPEAKS AFTER SILENCE There are moments in history when heaven seems quiet. We’ve talked a couple of times about how in Israel’s story, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Brethren

Ready At Any Moment: Living Awake For The Returning King - Luke 12:40 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 13, 2026

History is not random, time is not endless, and life is not merely about getting by until retirement. There is an appointed moment when the Son of Man will return—and He expects His people to be ready.

Ready at Any Moment: Living Awake for the Returning King - Luke 12:40 Introduction: Living as Though Today Matters Church, we live in an age of notifications, deadlines, diaries, and distractions. Everything clamours for our attention. Yet Jesus speaks a word that cuts through the noise of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:40, Luke 12:35-48, Matthew 24:44, 1 Thessalonians 5:2-6, 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, Daniel 7:13-14, Amos 4:12, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Case Of Heartburn

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 4, 2022

The two men that were going back to Emmaus, missed history's most noteworthy event since they were excessively centered around their own personal frustrations and issues.

A Case of Heartburn Luke 24:13-35 In verses 13-16: The two men walking toward Emmaus were so caught up in themselves and their own problems that they did not see Jesus or even recognize Him. Undoubtedly, they had heard His preaching, the various parables, and what He was teaching about Himself. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Daniel - A Statue In The Night Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 22, 2023

While events in history may appear to be shaped by the whim and fancy of men, the truth is that our all-merciful God is “silently, patiently working out the counsels of His own will.”

May 20, 2023 Our next story from the book of Daniel occurs in the 2nd year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign. In the night Nebuchadnezzar had a dream – a dream so vivid that he couldn’t go back to sleep. He was so troubled by this dream that he called his magicians, enchanters, sorcerers and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The First Lady Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

Women have always been a major force in history, if for no other reason, because of their influence on men. Never was this more true than when there was only one woman and one man.

Only one president of the United States was a bachelor as president, and that was Grover Cleveland. All others had wives, and these First Ladies of our land have had an enormous influence on history. Martha Washington was the first First Lady of the United States. She, like other wives in those ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

The Ideal And The Real Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

The real ideal is to always have two people married who are Christians. But the fact is, all through history you have to deal with the mixed marriage of the Christian and non-Christian.

Mary was branded as a backslider when she divorced her husband of 20 years. Her church asked her to resign from all her roles, and the outrage pastor demanded-how could you? Mary endured the pain of criticism as long as she could, and then she moved away. The pastor of her new church questioned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:12-16

John Series Part 13 Revelation 4: The New Birth, John 3:1–15 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 17, 2022

the new birth, along with God’s great love (vv.16–17), is the most important revelation ever made in all of human history. Jesus revealed the new birth.

John Series Part 13 Revelation 4: The New Birth, John 3:1–15 (3:1–15) Introduction: the new birth, along with God’s great love (vv.16–17), is the most important revelation ever made in all of human history. Jesus revealed the new birth. 1. The setting: Nicodemus approached Jesus (vv.1–2). 2. The ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Andrew: Bringing Men To Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 23, 2022

In Church history, St. Peter is everything and Andrew is nothing, but would there ever have been an apostle Peter without an Andrew? Andrew is a great example for us to follow to be witnesses for Jesus!

ANDREW: BRINGING MEN TO CHRIST John 1:35-42 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Jim Dunn was serving as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, and his wife, Gladys, was very friendly and welcoming to people. One particular Sunday when the sermon seemed to go on forever, many in the congregation fell ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Yewande Olowookere on Jun 9, 2022

The Day of the Lord will be the fulfillment of all the prophecies that concern The Day of the Lord, which describe the end of history, when the Lord, with wondrous power, will punish evil and fulfill all His promises.

The phrase, “The Day of the Lord” refers to a special day or a period of time when God’s purposes for the world will be fulfilled. Some scholars even believe the day of the Lord will be longer than a period of time — a period when the Lord will reign throughout the world before He cleanses heaven ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:5

“the Arrest Of Jesus The Nazarene” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jun 13, 2016

After Jesus' High Priestly prayer, Jesus meets His Betrayer and His accusers in the Garden of Gethsemane and is arrested. There are similarities and contrasts in the Garden with an event in history concerning King David.

“The Arrest of Jesus the Nazarene” John 18:1-12 We have examined John 13-17 recently which is considered to be Jesus’ “Farewell Discourse”, occurring on the night which Jesus was arrested. Today we study John 18:1-4 with the arrest of Jesus: “When Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Tornado, Batman Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

While our past is history and our future is a mystery, let me show you, from this text, three things God, in His mighty power, desires for our church.

Holy Tornado, Batman! Ephesians 3:14-21 Introduction: Robin always had a way with words, didn’t he? This message has nothing to do with Batman or Robin. It does have to do with “power” (tornadic power). Three times in this passage you will find the word “power”. If you have access to power ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

God Keeps His Word

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 28, 2018

Often our problems make us wonder if God really keeps His word. But history shows that God has bound Himself to His Word, to fulfill His promises.

GOD KEEPS HIS WORD Isa. 46:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOW TO GET THE PROOF 1. A man went to his lawyer and told him, "My neighbor owes me $500 and he won’t pay up. What should I do?" 2. "Do you have any proof he owes you the money?" asked the lawyer. "Nope," replied the man. 3. "OK, then ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 21:45, Isaiah 46:11, Numbers 11:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Introduction - Calvinism Vs Arminianism Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Dec 5, 2019

This message introduces both the history and teachings of Calvinism and Arminianism. Followed by an explanation of exegesis and eisegesis - two opposing ways to study the scriptures!. Which method must we always use?

Predestination vs Freewill Pt 1: Calvinism vs Arminianism It's been a long-standing debate! The controversy rages over just what is meant in Scripture by the oft-repeated statement ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17, Deuteronomy 30:19, Psalm 90:2, Isaiah 46:10, Isaiah 55:1, Isaiah 55:8-9, Micah 5:2, John 3:16, John 5:39-40, John 6:37, John 6:44, John 6:65, Acts 13:48, Romans 2:11, Romans 3:24, Romans 8:29-30, Romans 10:13, Ephesians 1:4-5, Ephesians 1:11, 2 Timothy 2:10, 1 Peter 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Though You Are Small

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 19, 2019

Why did God choose Bethlehem as the birthplace of His only Son? In the pages of Bethlehem's history are several "small to greatness stories written by the hands of God.

THOUGH YOU ARE SMALL – MICAH 5:2 “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans[b] of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.” As I am praying how I can illustrate the ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting God

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 18, 2020

Christians have the opportunity, just as they did during the plagues and epidemics of history, to distinguish themselves from the world. It is the Preacher’s responsibility to lead the flock during this pandemic for that very purpose.

TITLE: TRUSTING GOD SCRIPTURE: EPHESIANS 3:14-21 There are several things I want to address in this morning’s message that don’t necessarily all flow together very smoothly. But I think that’s okay. If you find anything these days that’s flowing together smoothly, please let me know. In this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist