Sermons on Surplus:

A Great Big God

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jun 14, 2004

This sermon explores the greatness of God and the hazards of seeing God too small.

A Great Big God I Kings 17:8-16 My God is so big, so strong and so mighty, there¡¦s nothing my God cannot do! Those are the words to a children¡¦s song but words that you and I should pay heed to. Let me ask you a question this morning ¡V How big is God? Have you ever given that any thought? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: *other

The Man Who Missed His Cross

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A study on God’s grace.

Imagine yourself sitting on death row, with all the emotions running through your mind as the end comes closer and closer. With every appeal for pardon and every stay of execution exhausted, you endure each agonizing minute in hopeless condemnation. There is absolutely no way out, your actions ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thankgiving Actions

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 20, 2002

Biblical reasons to be thankful to God, especially in America.

Thank Actions THANKSGIVING - Five Kernels of Corn The pilgrims came to America in 1620. They spent 66 days in the hold of a ship called The Mayflower, arriving on Nov. 21. One month later, on Dec. 26, all 102 passengers set foot on land and began to establish the colony of Plymouth. The pilgrims ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5, Psalm 107:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Moves People And Goods

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you moved by GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD moves both you and your belongings. IV. TEXT: Ezra 1:6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) And all their neighbors assisted b

I. EXORDIUM: Are you moved by GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD moves both you and your belongings. IV. TEXT: Ezra 1:6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) And all their neighbors assisted by giving them articles of silver and gold, supplies for the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Grace Of Giving

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 18, 2012

We need to take giving seriously because OUR MOTIVE AND MODE OF GIVING MATTERS TO GOD.

INTRODUCTION Christians should take seriously the discipline of giving for the Lord’s ministry. Others thought that this is optional and can be replaced by other forms of service. But the Bible is clear that giving materially for the Lord’s work is equal in importance compare to that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Advent 2 - Shepherds

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

This is the second week of our Advent series 2010

Luke 2:8-18 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Bet On Gambling

Contributed by David Holwick on Mar 20, 2014

Christian arguments against gambling.

Rev. David Holwick First Baptist Church West Lafayette, Ohio May 25, 1986 DON'T BET ON GAMBLING Proverbs 16:33 My sermon this morning is on gambling. After three weeks without a winner, the state lottery is now up to $18 million. That’s quite a temptation! Overnight you could become ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:33

Denomination: Baptist

Revival: A Surprising Move Of God (Pt.2) Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 26, 2016

Any outpouring of the Spirit has its origin in the heart of God Himself. But, it’s birthed in the burden of believers who are in prayer.

Revival: A Surprising Move of God (Pt.2) September 9, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson A “Lord, what will You have me to do?” 1 On September 23, 1857, Jeremiah Lanphier (a missionary, street corner preacher, door-to-door soul winner) prayed this prayer out of a heart that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

If God Wills

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 1, 2022

Many live under the illusion that we'll be able to live the good life with the right strategy, the proper techniques, and enough discipline. The reality? James says we are not in control of our lives.

Opening: One day, a young man saw a sign at a restaurant that said, "Free Lunch Tomorrow." The next day he brought his friends to have lunch at the restaurant. When they finished eating, a waiter came to him with the bill of $100 to pay. He was surprised and didn't want to pay. He ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:13-16, Proverbs 21:5, Luke 14:28, Proverbs 27:1, Luke 12:13-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pharaoh's Dreams (Genesis 41)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 23, 2024

How faithful is God, even though He may take what seems like a long time to lead us out of our troubles? Let's look at Genesis 41.

How suddenly can God’s blessings come? How patient must we be for God to work out difficult circumstances in our lives? Let’s look at Genesis 41. What was Pharaoh’s first dream? How long did Joseph have to wait on God? Then it came to pass, at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh had a dream; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love God & Neighbor (Mark 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 11, 2024

What are the greatest commandments? Let's look at Mark 12.

Have religious leaders often killed the prophets and even God’s own Son? Has Jesus become the cornerstone of God's spiritual temple? Should Christians pay taxes? Is God the God of the dead or the living? What are the key commandments? Do some religious leaders still prefer showmanship over ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Offerings That Speak Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jan 18, 2023

Though many beliefs concur that offering to your local church is to enrich your pastor, that is a lie. Moreover, one needs to look at the benefits of giving in the first place. Why do I give my offerings? What are the benefits? What motivates you to give?

The offerings that speak. Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, January 18, 2023 Deuteronomy 8:17-18 "Beware lest you say in your heart, ‘My power and the might of my hand have gotten me this wealth.’ You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the power ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Little Is Much If God Is In It.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 20, 2025

God's value systems are not man's values. Often God uses small, seemingly insignificant items to accomplish his plans. When our resources seem so limited --- God can do the impossible. The glory belongs to God.

LITTLE IS MUCH? WHAT ARE THEY AMONG SO MANY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Luke 1:37 For with God nothing shall be impossible. Philippians 4:19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. WE MAY HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:17, Philippians 4:19, John 6:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go Forward

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 24, 2025

To go forward means to proceed or continue. My prayer for you is that you will successfully put to use all the tools that the Lord has given you to go forward and reach your destination in life, in Jesus’ name.

Every goal in life is ahead of us, and we need to go forward to reach, attain, or obtain it. Remember the word of God affirms that God’s divine power has given us everything that pertains to life … (2 Peter 1:3). Now, let’s see how Prophet Elisha depicts how to go forward in life: Elisha (2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-25, 2 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loaves And Fish PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The sermon's main point is that through faith, prayer, and God's abundant provision, miracles can happen, as exemplified in the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand with only five loaves of bread and two fish.

Good morning, family of Christ! I hope y'all are feeling blessed today. We're about to dive into the Word of God together, and today, we're focusing on a passage from Matthew 14:13-21. Let me read it out for you: "When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Topics: Spiritual Hunger