Sermons on Surprised:

We Are All Blind In Some Way Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2018

where are we blind?

Mark 10:46-52 There was a blind man called Bartimaeus, who lived in Jericho. According to Jewish law at the time, blind people held a special position; he was cared for and there was nothing he was required to do. His fellow citizens had a religious duty to give alms, and that meant he would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Episcopal

I Did It My Way? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 12, 2018

Everyone has a bent to do their own way which lead to trouble!

To begin with, please open your Bibles to Exodus 24:12…. And so, we note, God chose a people, the Israelites; they were freed from slavery in Egypt and called to Canaan, the Promised Land of milk and honey. On their way to Canaan, God called Moses to lead and instruct the people how to live a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Are The Light Of The World

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2020

we are called to be a light into the life and teachings of Jesus

You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal

Go In This Thine Might

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 25, 2013

A study on the call of Gideon. Every believer can do exploits for the kingdom of God by depending on the power of the Holy Spirit.

Study Text: Judges 6: 6 - 14 Introduction: - The Lord has a plan for our lives. He knows all the details of every situation, and is committed to using each circumstance to glorify Himself and achieve His goals. - His plan for us includes an overall purpose as well as many smaller opportunities ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:6-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Imperfect People Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 6, 2016

We hold a holy treasure in clay pots, but that's all that's needed to share the gospel and honor God.

2 Corinthians 4:1-15 “Imperfect People” INTRODUCTION Many illustrations are used to explain the deep truths of God’s grace and our lives as Christians. In the thirteenth chapter of Matthew Jesus explains to his disciples that God’s kingdom is like a mustard seed (vs. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Encouraging Words For Discouraging Times Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 23, 2020

It is easy to be discouraged in the midst of this virus. We need to live in hope.

1. I am in a virtually empty building this morning. Last week we had a smaller than usual crowd but the enthusiasm was fabulous! a. No assemblies for three Sundays at least. We’ll stream the sermons and you can take the Lord’s Supper on your own today. b. I’m looking forward to the day we get back ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:3, Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Moves Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 29, 2020

This is the 2nd sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#2] WHEN GOD MOVES… Acts 2:1-13 Introduction: Last Sunday, I did several things that I normally don’t do. Instead of Sunday School, we had a 1 hour Worship Service with a 20 minute sermon. Then, I did it again- Another short Worship Service. Karen and I attended both of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

5 Practical Ideas For Daily Gospel Sharing

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 19, 2021

How can I witness and share the gospel on a daily basis? That is the prime question. We can understand the theology, and the command, to go to all the world, but how do we practically do it? I'd like to share five ideas with you about how to do that in your daily 9 to 5 life.

How can I witness and share the gospel on a daily basis? That is the prime question. We can understand the theology, and the command, to go to all the world, but how do we practically do it? I'd like to share five ideas with you about how to do that in your daily 9 to 5 life. 1. Fast food ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

Faith Over Fear

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Sep 10, 2021

Every person should have faith in the Lord because three truths

Me: I hate to be afraid. I grew up in a home where we would hide out and scare one another all the time. I have developed a reflex to strike out at that which scares me. I’ve almost hit several people I love because they scared me. I love being a Christian. I don’t have to fear anything anymore. I ...read more

Denomination: *other

How Brave Are We?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 25, 2021

The story of Queen Esther. Her challenges and her faithfulness and struggle's.

Sermon Title: How brave are we? Scripture Text: Esther 7:1-10 Quote: Life is an Echo. What you send out, comes back. What you sow, you reap. What you give, you get. What you see in others, exists in you (us). (Zig Ziglar) There’s a lot that has happened before our text begins today. ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Faithfulness Of God

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Dec 8, 2020

God is a faithful God. He is faithful to His words and promises. He is faithful to preserving the lives of the believers. The believer should reciprocate by being faithful to God.

TOPIC: THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD TEXT: LAMENTATION 3:22-23 "It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness" We thank God for the year 2020. It has been an interesting year; filled with ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rooted In Love

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jul 26, 2021

What's the organizing principle of the Christian's life? Paul explains in Eph. 3.

Rooted in Love 2021 Summer Series / Ephesians 3:14–21   • Road trip, packing. So “dad proud” of the initial packing job in the Tahoe. • Less proud after 1st night’s stop. Not nearly so compact and efficient. • Trip home - tired, more junk we picked up while away. Nothing fit like it was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Ephesians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Raise Your Arms To God.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 26, 2021

Jerusalem was defeated. We can use this Scripture to apply to us also

Sermon Title: Raise your arms to God. Scripture Text: Lamentations 3:23-33 INTRODUCTION TO LAMENTATIONS 1 This chapter contains a complaint of the miseries of the city of Jerusalem, and the nation of the Jews; first by the Prophet Jeremiah, then by the Jewish people; and is concluded with a ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:23-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do Not Get Naked

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 10, 2021

Keep your clothes on before men, but bare your soul before God.

I was reminded of a couple of instances where two hyper-Charismatics told women they needed to get naked before the Lord. One was an older man and while the lady knew it was wrong she complied out of respect for the "prophet." The other one told two ladies they had to get naked before ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:13, Acts 17:11

Denomination: Baptist

Sibling Jealousy: James' (Eventual) Turning To Jesus

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Sep 1, 2024

By considering how sibling relationships can often be contentious, this sermon's ultimate message is that we can't rule out God's ability to radically change people's hearts, because He ultimately radically changed the heart of James the "brother" of Jesus.

Have any of you made it as far into the watching The Chosen as season 3…? Okay, a handful of you. That’s okay. I promise no spoilers from me today! Well… I mean… we do know how the Gospel stories conclude (with Christ’s death, resurrection, and ascension), so I guess the biggest spoiler is already ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Luke 2:41-50