Sermons on Strobel:

May The Force Be With You Series

Contributed by Jack Brown on Aug 7, 2002

Part two of the "Holding Out for a Hero" series, examining the story of David and Goliath and asking "What are the giants we face and how do find victory instead of defeat?"

HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO “May the Force Be With You” Wouldn’t it be great to have super powers? Wouldn’t you like to wake up one morning to find you had, in the words of the old Superman TV show… “powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men?” To be faster than a speeding bullet… More ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Sense Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Apr 5, 2021

When the apostles first heard of the resurrection of Jesus, the words seemed as nonsense to them. How can you make sense of the Resurrection? Take the four steps they did!

Luke 24:8-35; 44-46 Main Idea: RE: Jesus’ Resurrection: Investigate, Evaluate, Believe & Adjust Your Life Accordingly For the last 6 months, I’ve been somewhat obsessed with the supernatural—miracles in history. I know they’ve happened; I know they happen today, and I’ve had some happen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:10-47, John 11:25-26, John 3:16, John 14:6

Denomination: Bible Church

Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 10: Our Lord's Last Hours Before He Died Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 8, 2023

1. Jesus was abused for us (Matt 27:26-31). 2. Jesus was assisted for us (Matt 27:31-32). 3. Jesus was in agony for us (Matt 27:33-36). 4. Jesus was antagonized for us (Matt 27:37-44). 5. Jesus was absolutely willing to save us (Luke 23:34-43).

Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 10: Our Lord's Last Hours Before He Died The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 27:26-44; Luke 23:34-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 8, 2023) MESSAGE: *Today we continue our look at the darkest day in history. In these verses God's Word shows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-44, Luke 23:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

What The World Needs Now Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 20, 2002

God restores the community we destroy.

The Greatest Place on Earth – Part 2 January 20, 2002 Big Idea: God restores the community we destroy. INTRODUCTION Lee Strobel wrote: People today will admit any problem - drugs, divorce, alcoholism - "but there’s one admission that people are loath to make, whether they’re a star on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6, Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God And The Tsunami

Contributed by William Yates on Jan 8, 2005

God will allow disasters in this world in order to demonstrate His love to those in the aftermath and to draw others to a saving knowledge of Himself.

This past week I was watching MSNBC and every night on this news program people were discussing why God would allow the tsunami. There were Christians discussing this and atheists. One Christian lady on the program felt that it was God’s wrath being poured out upon the victims of the tsunami. ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-3

Family Of Believers Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

This is the second sermon in a 5 part sermon series on the mission of our church.

INTRODUCTION: Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Three results of not understanding the Mission. 1. Plateaued Growth - growth seems to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:21-23

Denomination: Church Of God

You Who... Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 15, 2013

A sermon for our outside Celebration Sunday that points to the blessings we have of having a great God and a great Savior, using the YooHoo chocolate drink as an object lesson.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church Celebration Sunday - October 21, 2012 David Simpson You Who.... Psalm 71:19 and Matthew 11:28 Many of you remember last year's Celebration Sunday sermon...right? M&M - our Mighty and Majestic Lord! Well, I thought about using another acrostic from ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Anatomy Of Belief

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on May 1, 2011

God is not concerned with only the ways in which we think and believe; he’s concerned about the ways in which we act upon our beliefs.

INTRO Have you ever watched Star Trek? Mr. Spock, “the pointy-earned Vulcan” who served as Captain Kirk’s first officer said, “Once you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” This quote is an offshoot from a scientific principle known as ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Believing In The Resurrection Of Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 5, 2009

From our text on the resurrection of Christ, there are three important points that we need to take with us. We need to believe them and live them. 1- Fear not 2- Come see 3- Go tell

INTRO.- ILL.- Lee Strobel was an atheist who turned to Christ. He was the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of nearly twenty books and has been interviewed on numerous national television programs, including ABC’s 20/20, Fox News, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Matthew 28:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Believe: Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 24, 2026

Jesus is the center of the Christian faith. Our faith is based upon the Son of God and what He did for us. Therefore, it is essential that we understand what we believe as Christians about our Lord and Savior.

WE BELIEVE: JESUS CHRIST HIS ONLY SON Text: Col. 1:15-20 Introduction 1. “There is only one God, revealed by Jesus Christ his Son, who is his Word sprung from silence.” — John Starke 2. The Apostle’s Creed answers the most important question anyone can ask: Who is Jesus? 3. Jesus is the center of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Day The Light Came Back Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 8, 2012

This is both the Good Friday and Easter Sunday Message. Friday was: The Day the Light Went Out and Sunday was: The Day the Light Returned

Good Friday The night before the Israelites fled from Egypt the Angel of Death visited leaving the first born of the entire nation dead. It was the darkest day in the history of Egypt. Friday, October 13, 1307 the soldiers of King Philip of France arrested and executed the leaders of the Knights ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Freedom's Influence Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 27, 2016

If you want to influence others to follow Jesus, commune with Him and let Him change you from the inside out.

Once upon a time, a man walked into a little mom-and-pop grocery store and asked, “Do you sell salt?” “Ha!” said Pop the proprietor. “Do we sell salt! Just look!” And Pop showed the customer one entire wall of shelves stocked with nothing but salt – Morton ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pattern Of Prayer Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 28, 2019

When you pray, put God’s interests first: acknowledge who God is; acknowledge what God wants; then acknowledge what you need.

Gladys Brown in Bucyrus, Ohio, talks about being at a midweek prayer service where someone requested prayer for a neighbor woman who was having a difficult time and was feeling “just miserable.” Volunteering to take the request, a man fervently prayed, “O God, bless this miserable woman!” (Gladys ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Easter Can Change Everything For You! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 25, 2023

This Easter God wants to give you... 1. Truth worth trusting (vs. 5-6). 2. A new life worth living (vs. 6-8). 3. The Lord worth loving (vs. 9). 4. The story worth sharing (vs. 7, 10). 5. The future worth finding (vs. 7, 10).

Easter Can Change Everything for You! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 28:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 25, 2023) MESSAGE: *How are you doing this morning? By God’s grace we are able to be here today. And I’ve got to say: you look good. Some of us have on new clothes, and you look good. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Counting M&m's Or Choosing Ice Cream? - Pt 6 In Series On The Da Vinci Code Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 14, 2006

Part six of series examining The Da Vinci Code; exposing Dan Brown’s errors and showing the truth of history and the Bible.

Decoding The Da Vinci Code – Part 6 “Counting M&M’s or Choosing Ice Cream?” How many M&M’s are in this jar? (Have them guess). It isn’t a matter of opinion. There is a correct number. Picture of ice cream cones What is the best ice cream flavor and brand? (Have some give answer). Mine is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ