Sermons on The Easter Story:

The Heart Of The Story

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 9, 2014

Week one in the message series THE STORY...

The Heart Of The Story The Story – week one Video: The Bible (sermon spice) “The rain and snow come down from the heavens and stay on the ground to water the earth. They cause the grain to grow, producing seed for the farmer and bread for the hungry. 11 It is the same with my word. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Inside Story Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 15, 2015

God does not see as we see. He has the ability to look on the heart of men. God chose David of Bethlehem to be the unifying king of Israel and ancestor of Jesus, the ultimate King of Israel.

1. Superman -- Fact or Fiction? George Reeves (TV's Superman in the 1950's) was popular for guest appearances, but his fame included risks. Kids might kick him in the shins or throw rocks to find out if he was the "real" Superman or a "pretend" Superman, the same way kids pull on Santa beards to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Crazy Story Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 17, 2015

This sermon looks at the shepherds of Christmas - it has four points. 1. PERCEIVE Christ 2. PURSUE Christ 3. PROCLAIM Christ 4. PRAISE Christ

A Crazy Story Let me tell you a crazy story. It happened on January 12th, 2007. That is the day when a young man by the name of Joshua Bell entered a subway station in Washington, DC. He was dressed in a long sleeve T-shirt and jeans. He found a nice place and took out his violin from its ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rest Of The Story Series

Contributed by John Pearrell on Jan 12, 2016

Jesus steps outside of the norm and the result is a woman and town are converted.

Projectionist: Start with “If Jesus Returned Today” Good questions; important questions. Our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We really can’t do that, but what we can do is create irresistible environments where people are encouraged and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of God Series

Contributed by Dwayne Dickson on Feb 13, 2016

The first of a series on the essential stories of the Old Testament. This sermon describes God's character and being. It also explores the idea that we are the pinnacle of God's creation. God created us to pour His love into us.

The Story of God Introduction This Sunday we are beginning a study of some of our favorite Old Testament Bible stories. And of course the best place to start is the beginning, the book of Genesis and the creation account. Over the years I have heard numerous reasons given for why Christians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Story Of Grace Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 11, 2015

Grace, something we talk about and preach about, but where do we get this theology of Grace?

For most of us, sometime over the next two days we will celebrate the Feast of the Dead Bird, better known by many as Thanksgiving Dinner. And as a part of that tradition at some point before we actually begin to consume food someone will ask “Uncle Bob would you return thanks?” or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

End Of Story

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Sep 14, 2017

The End of what we know is certainly coming soon. We know not the time, but many of the warning signs are present. We must not only be READY, but we must ready others, less they go through the Wrath of God that is promised and must be fulfilled.

Many of remember Paul Harvey using this line years ago, “And now you know the End of the Story.” Revelation 14:6-20 (NKJV) The Proclamations of Three Angels 6 Then I saw another angel flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach to those who dwell on the earth—to every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:21-22, Matthew 24:29-31, Revelation 15:5-8, Matthew 24:36-37, Revelation 11:15-19, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17, Acts 1:9-11, Revelation 14:6-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

Salvation Story Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 16, 2017

In understanding the Salvation Story we can see: The People of Salvation (Romans 8:28), 2) The Purpose of Salvation (Romans 8:29c-d), and 3) The Process of Salvation (Romans 8:29a-b, 30)

There has been a common thread in listening to the survivors of the recent hurricanes and tropical storms. Although many are still without power, having their workplaces and homes destroyed with all their earthly possessions, many are still thankful for what remained. Through shelter and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Other

Sarah's Story Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2016

The matriarch of the Hebrew family has much to teach the Christian disciple concerning faith. This sermon explores the power of faith lived out in this woman's life.

Let’s see…a guy preaching on putting women in their place. What could possibly go wrong? Wait! Don’t answer that question. I already know the answer. We talk about putting women in their place, and our minds, unfortunately, return to a less pleasant time in history. Culture even ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

A Mary's Story Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2016

Mary of Bethany displays the extravagant nature of worship as she anoints Jesus, and in so doing gives us all the model of the life of a disciple.

Mary is a popular biblical name. As a matter of fact, it was the single most popular name in first century Palestinian culture. One in every five girls born carried the name Mary. Wow! 20% of the women named Mary! Contrast that to the Social Security Administration’s latest “most ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Story Of Joseph

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 15, 2018

THE THREE MEN THAT WE ARE GOING TO STUDY TODAY HAVE ONE THING IN COMMON. THEY ALL BEAR THE NAME JOSEPH. EACH JOSEPH HAS A DIFFERENT VIEW OF CHRISTIANITY BASED ON THE TIME HE LIVED AND THE CIRCUMSTANCES THAT HE LIVED IN.

THE STORY OF JOSEPH JOHN 19:38-20:10 THE ENTIRETY OF WORLD HISTORY, FROM THE TIME OF CREATION TO THE SECOND COMING OF THE LORD, HAS TWO BASIC DIVISIONS. THE LIFE OF CHRIST BECOMES THE DIVIDING POINT AS HISTORY IS VIEWED AS EITHER B.C. OR A.D. THE CROSS STANDS AT THE CENTER OF THIS GREAT ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Unique Story Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 15, 2018

Our story and God’s story are intertwined: 1. Our story begins with and revolves around God.2. Our story is designed by God.3. Our story is wrapped up in worship.

A Unique Story Genesis 1 & 2 Until you understand God’s story, you will be missing important pieces of the puzzle in your own life. Our story and God’s story are intertwined: 1. Our story begins with and revolves around God. Psalm 90:2 Genesis 1:1 God is Eternal: there has never been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Messy Story Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 15, 2018

Every ounce of disease and death, both with our bodies and with our souls, is traced back to one single event: The Fall 1. Our story contains deception. 2. Our story contains disobedience. 3. Our story contains devastation and disappointment

A Messy Story Genesis 3 Every ounce of disease and death, both with our bodies and with our souls, is traced back to one single event: The Fall 1. Our story contains deception. Vv.1-5 Revelation 20:2 2. Our story contains disobedience v.6 Isaiah 53:6 3. Our story contains ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Victory Story Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 15, 2018

1. Victory now, Positional: occurs at salvation, Progressive: the process of growing in and becoming more like Jesus, Perfected: when we are in the literal presence of Christ, perfected and complete. 2. Victory forever

A Victory Story Selected Texts 1. Victory now sanctification (hagios): to make holy Positional: occurs at salvation 1 Peter 2:9 1 Corinthians 6:11 Progressive: the process of growing in and becoming more like Jesus Colossians 2:6-7 John 10:10 Titus 3:5-6 Ephesians 5:18 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, Titus 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Zacchaeus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 2, 2018

Zacchaeus was a man with everything, yet he was a man with nothing, that is until Jesus impacted his life!

INTRODUCTION " VIDEO CLIP from FIREPROOF " SLIDE #1 " We are beginning a new series today entitle, SPRING INTO LIFE. " In this series, we are going to examine the story of some of the people we find in the New Testament who had encounters with Jesus, and how those encounters changed their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ