Sermons on Surprise:

The Power Of United Prayer

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 12, 2008

Sometimes in life it seems we are faced with a hopeless situation; sometimes it might seems there is no way out, but 6the power of united prayer can change hoplessness to hope. Things change when sincere prayer is made.

First Church of God in Harvey Sunday morning, September 28th, 2008 Welcome... This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. This is the day...elaborate.. How are you today? Has God been good to you? Do you still love the Lord? Do you intend to make heaven your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

What A Gift!

Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 25, 2007

A Christmas Eve sermon reflecting on the greatest gift given to humanity.

A re-writing of I Corinthians 13 from a Christmas perspective (source: online) If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strings of twinkling lights, and shiny balls, but do not show love to my family, I am just another decorator? If I slave away in the kitchen, baking dozens of Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

If Jesus Came Through The Roof Would You Be Ready?

Contributed by Ken Durham on Apr 22, 2005

The good news of Jesus Christ is for all, and are you ready?

IF JESUS CAME THROUGH THE ROOF WOULD YOU BE READY? JOHN 4: 7 ~ 26 1. Introduction Looking back at the messages I have shared with various congregations, I realise that I have often talked about the Samaritan lady. I believe this woman has a lot to say to us. When sharing this passage with one ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Which Lord Is My Lord Part Ii

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 9, 2001

This Sermon Deals With Stewardship From The Point Of View That Jesus Is Lord Of Our Lives.

Which Lord Is My Lord Part 2 10/29/95 Psalm 1:1-6 Luke 12:13-34 Matthew 7:21-27 Last week we looked at probably the number one problem in the church today which is a lack of recognition of the lordship of Jesus Christ over the lives of those who claim to be Christians. The issue of "who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34, Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Eye On The Horizon Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 30, 2007

LIVING AS A LIGHTHOUSE ENTAILS KEEPING AN EYE ON THE HORIZON

Living as a Lighthouse February 18th, 2007 1 Thess 4:13-5:11 An Eye on the Horizon In 1879 The greatest annual loss of life in the New England fisheries occurred, with 29 vessels and 249 fishermen lost at sea. During that year many women found themselves on lonely widow walks with and eye on ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Lessons From The Christmas Event

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 17, 2017

This sermon (1) examines how four categories of people interacted with the first coming of Messiah (2) draws lessons from their experiences and (3) applies those lessons to decisions we must make now and in the days ahead.

Luke 1:26-38 12-20-15 I recently read about an atheist who went on a hike on a remote nature trail. He was enjoying the scenery and wild life so much that he lost track of the trail. When it was time for him to go back, he realized that he was hopelessly lost. In that state of panic, he did ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-28, Luke 2:25, Luke 21:34-36, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Charismatic

Star-Gazers And Jesus-Seekers

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 30, 2008

A Sermon for the Sunday of Epiphany. The Wise Men invite us to follow in our faith-journey to encounter the Living God, made known to us in Christ Jesus

Text Matthew 2:1-12 ‘Star-gazers and Jesus-seekers’ I guess we are all familiar with the stars – the stars, that is, that we see printed in our newspapers, written in ‘Teletext’, and on the Internet. Our horoscope, I mean, by which some people seek guidance for their lives, and seek to predict ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Question Of Mary: How Will This Be? Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001

A call to receive the grace of God to meet your need

The Questions of Christmas (2) The Question of Mary How Will This Be? Scripture Reading: Luke 1:26-38 The biggest surprise of my life happened in the summer of my sixteenth year when a tall, lithe, beautiful brunette-- whom I had asked out the summer before and been refused-- started going ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Touching You Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Dec 4, 2009

This the second part of the series.Not oly does God wantto touch others thru you this Christmas, e desire to give you a fresh touch

A FRESH TOUCH FOR YOU Luke 1:5-25 INTRODUCTION: Christmas remains one of the most significant seasons of the year for reaching our neighbors and friends with the love of Jesus. Last week we began a new series, The CHRISTMAS TOUCH.’ In our first message we considered the topic, TOUCHING OUR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ready Or Not Here I Come

Contributed by James Bryant on Jun 24, 2001

This is not a childhood game. We better be ready!

READY OR NOT HERE I COME Matthew 24:3 & 27 (3) And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? (27) For as the lightning cometh out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Eve Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Dec 14, 2006

The genealogy of Matthew has much to teach us about Christ and our understanding of God

Christmas Eve Service 2006 Matthew 1 verses 1-17 How many Christmas Eve services have you attended in your lifetime? Is there anything new for you to hear this evening concerning the birth of Jesus Christ? I wondered that when I sat down to prepare this address. What can I bring that is fresh ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Orthodoxy, Orthopathy, And Orthopraxy: Know It, Feel It, Live It

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

The Christian faith is not mere ideas, not a series of facts or depictions of reality, no, it's more. It's alive, and burning brightly like a fire. It's not mere emotions either, there's daily practice to it, a true walking and living of it.

The Christian faith is not mere ideas, not a series of facts or depictions of reality, no, it's more. It's alive, and burning brightly like a fire. It's not mere emotions either, there's daily practice to it, a true walking and living of it. Yet it is not about doing, but it is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Salvation Army

Who Would Have Thought...?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

We need to trust God because He knows what He is doing: Though our lives may seem very confusing at times, though it may often seem that God is far away and has forgotten about us, we still need to trust.

Who would have thought it? The St. Louis Rams were the best football team in the NFL this past season. They compiled a 13-3 record, then beat the Vikings and Bucs in the playoffs, and finally edged out the Titans to win the Super Bowl. But, six months ago, if you would have said the Rams would ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of The Birth In Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 13, 2011

You may appear to many to be insignificant, but Jesus was born to be your Savior.

[If you would like to receive a sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@gmail.com, or you can follow my blog at blog.fhfbc.org.] THE PROMISE FULFILLED But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Two Visits From Gabriel Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 14, 2020

There are four visits from Angels in the story of the birth of Jesus as told by Matthew and Luke. There’s no other instance in the bible, where God sent angels and dreams to speak to the key players.

Two Visits from Gabriel Christmas Eve 2020 There are four visits from Angels in the story of the birth of Jesus as told by Matthew and Luke. There’s no other instance in the bible, where God sent angels and dreams to speak to the key players. Gabriel was the angel who also spoke to the prophet, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-14, Luke 1:18-19, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:65

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational