Sermons on Strange History:

Ahab And Jezebel Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 4, 2022

King Ahab is arguably the evilest king of the Northern Ten Tribes of Israel. He was the first Israelite king to marry a heathen (non-Israel) woman, the beautiful but devilish Jezebel. Together they became one of the most sinful couples in Biblical history.

Ahab and Jezebel According to the Hebrew Bible, Ahab was the seventh king of Israel, the son and successor of King Omri, and the husband of Jezebel of Sidon. The Hebrew Bible presents Ahab as a wicked king. Died 852 BC · Ramoth-Gilead, Syria Father Omri Reign 871 – 852 BC Burial Samaria, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:30

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To Your Wife

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

By listening to his wife he could have become a noble hero. There could have been St. Pilate churches all through history, and Pilate could have become a popular Christian name. But Pilate blew it because he would not listen to his wife.

Is there a man alive whose wife has never said, "You should have listened to me?" The pages of history are red with the blood of men who should have listened to their wives. Calpurnia pleaded with Caesar on that fatal Ides of March not to leave the house. She had a restless night, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

The Curse Reversed: From Ark To Empty Tomb (The Easter Sermon)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Apr 19, 2025

From Eden's curse to resurrection triumph: God's redemption pattern perfectly fulfilled.

The Curse Reversed: From Ark to Empty Tomb "Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep." - 1 Corinthians 15:20 Introduction On that first Easter morning, when the women approached the tomb of Jesus, they expected to find death. Instead, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20, Matthew 28:6, Genesis 8:4, 1 Peter 3:20-21, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 9:1, 1 Corinthians 5:7, Exodus 12:13, Exodus 12:2, John 1:29, John 19:30, Genesis 2:17, 1 Corinthians 15:45, Romans 5:17, 1 Corinthians 15:22, Revelation 22:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Revelation 22:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

It is an event ROOTED IN TIME AND HISTORY, AND YET TIMELESS IN ITS IMPACT. This week you may have seen cover stories in magazines noting the most recent archeological findings related to some of the very details of this event, and reminding us just how r

We are celebrating an event that over a billion people around the world are gathering this day to celebrate An event more people will bet on than the Super Bowl An event more people will cheer than the Oscars An event more people will partake of then the O.J. trial. (Now that’s a miracle in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Habakkuk "Yet Will I Rejoice!"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Sep 29, 2002

God acted in the history of Judah to turn His people’s hearts back to Himself. The people would not heed the many opportunities God sent their way and when the prophet cried out to God -- He answered. God’s answer shocked Habakkuk. This sermon sets the sc

Habakkuk: “Yet I Will Rejoice!” The prophet of God was disturbed in his spirit. He had felt the revival fires that had visited Judah during King Josiah’s day fade from a roaring blaze to mere flickering embers. He had watched the Temple slowly become empty and the hearts of the people become full ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1, Habakkuk 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Servant Arrives - He Is Prophet Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 17, 2015

Third in a 12 part series examining THE most important week in all of history: The Passion Week, when Jesus fulfilled Mark 10:45. The Servant Arrives: He Is Prophet. Jesus is asked a question of authority, responsibility, eternity, priority & identity.

The Passion Week of Christ: A Study from the Book of Mark Week 3:The Servant Arrives - He Is Prophet Mark 11:15-19 I. Introduction A. Did ya'll hear about the very prestigious psychologist who was called to testify at a trial? A severe, no-nonsense professional, she sat down in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Redemptive Role Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 13, 2003

I feel very strongly that the commencement of Celebrating our Cultural and Spiritual Heritage as African descendants must begin with a recognition and appreciation of the Role of the Holy Spirit in our Redemptive History. For He was and is and is yet to p

“God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who hast brought us thus far on the way; Thou who hast by Thy might, led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19

Denomination: Baptist

A Word We Must Hear Series

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 19, 2002

Jesus’s message is one we should listen to because history tells us that God does what he says he will and Jesus has gone to such a great extent to give us the message.

“A Word We Must Hear” Hebrews 2 SICC 6/16/02 (Morning) Some messages we intuitively know we don’t have to listen to. “No Standing” signs for instance. Is there anyone here who has not left his car at in a no standing zone – just for a minute? There are definitely some places where you know ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger In Asking

Contributed by Frank Jackson on Jan 10, 2003

Making a single nation out of a dozen tribes was not easy. Unity came hard for Israel; it also came for the United States. U.S. history may shed light on I Samuel’s story.

THE DANGER IN ASKING I Samuel 8:5 Pray Making a single nation out of a dozen tribes was not easy. Unity came hard for Israel; it also came for the United States. U.S. history may shed light on I Samuel’s story. Most people think George Washington was the first president of the United ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:5

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Pleading For God’s Presence

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 17, 2009

With longing in his heart, Isaiah remembers the time in Israel’s history when God dwelt among His people, and expresses his strong desire for its return, as well as the remedy for its absence.

PLEADING FOR GOD’S PRESENCE Text: Isaiah 64 Intro: Isaiah the prophet was a highly esteemed citizen of Jerusalem, who enjoyed access to the royal court; and who later became the trusted advisor to king Hezekiah. His ministry basically involved the preaching of judgment against Judah. This was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Redeemed Recognized Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 13, 2008

God is in control of history & He will accomplish His plan & fulfill His promises. For those who follow God He also weaves the events of life together into something that will one day truly be amazing.

ISAIAH 60: 10-18 THE RIGHTEOUS REDEEMED RECOGNIZED [Matthew 25:31-46] God is in control of history and He will accomplish His plan and fulfill His promises. For those who follow God He also weaves the events of life together into something that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Risen, Christianity Unique!

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

As great as the restoration of a classic car is, a resurrection of a lifeless human body is more impressive. The resurrection of Jesus Christ, changed history—and eternity—for every human who has ever lived.

“I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.” (Job 19:25) Have you ever seen a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air? That’s one hot car. Even back when I was a kid, the silhouette of a ‘57 Chevy with the bulging headlights and streamlined trunk fins on the back was already a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Da Vinci Con - Is Jesus Really God?

Contributed by Brian Harrell on May 5, 2006

The Da Vinci code claims that Jesus’ divinity was established by a close vote. This message looks at what Jesus said about Himself, what others said, what history proves about His divinity.

Cracking the Da Vinci Code #2 – Was Jesus God? Over the past 25 years there have been several attempts in Hollywood to smear, put down or challenge the Christian faith. For some reason Christians tick off the Hollywood elite. It may be the same reason that cockroaches, rats, skunks and mice don’t ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Countdown To War Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 25, 2011

The four horsemen - war, slaughter, famine, death and pestilence - have accompanied humanity since the dawn of time; they remind us of our sin, and God's judgment, and his ultimate control over all of history.

When I mapped out this year’s preaching schedule I did not - repeat NOT - know that war with Iraq would begin the week the seals on the scroll detailing the fate of the world would be opened and the four horsemen let loose. And I’m not egotistical enough to think that God arranged the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul In Rome Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 1, 2017

This is the final chapter of the first book of the history of the Christian Church. According to the plan given by the risen Lord, we have been following the witnesses as they act in response to the Great Commission by taking the Gospel message to....

October 30, 2016 Acts of the Apostles Lesson: IV.G.2: Paul in Rome (Acts 28:16-Acts 28:31) Acts 28:16-31, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:16-31

Denomination: Baptist