Sermons on The Unexpected:

The Prayer Of Jabez (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 28, 2002

Using the prayer of Jabez can help us unleash the power fo the Holy Spirit.

First Baptist Church 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 May 26, 2002 Prayer of Jabez Wilma Rudolph was born the 16th of 18 children in a poor black family in middle Tennessee. She weighed just over 4 pounds. At the age of 4 she contracted polio and lost the use of her left leg. The battle with polio left her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Building To Burn

Contributed by Ken Alford on Jan 5, 2003

ETERNAL LEGACIES AREN’T BUILT FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.

May 28, 2000 -- AM BUILDING TO BURN? 1Corinthians 3:9-17 INTRODUCTION: (1) USA TODAY, May 22, 2000 cites a recent survey from the Impulse Research Corporation that summarizes those things people most regret wasting time on. Cindy Hall records the top five "regrettable time wasters:" 5. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Our Fears In 2003 Series

Contributed by Tony Kwan on Jan 10, 2003

How to overcome our common fears by affirming our faith in Jesus.

Hebrews 1:1-2:18 Overcoming our fears in 2003 Introduction 3 things modern men and women fear most: 1. fear of dishonour and shame 2. fear of loss and suffering 3. fear of death This in fact is not dissimilar to what the early Christian faced: 1. they met initially in house ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Difference Christ Makes - 1 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Nov 21, 2002

After spending 4 chapters to show us we all are sinners and that faith is the only avenue of salvation Paul begins to show us the possibilities of a genuine Christian life.

The Difference Christ Makes ROMANS 5:1-5 • Chapter 5 is a new beginning: 1) Chapters 1-3 demonstrate that sin is an issue that every man, woman, and child must deal with. ALL HAVE SINNED AND FALLEN SHORT. 2) Chapter 4 Paul shows us that dealing with this problem is only possible through one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Would You Just Answer Me! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 1, 2002

We rejoice in a God who answers.

WOULD YOU JUST ANSWER ME! Luke 1:13 (5-17) S: Prayer Th: We have reason to rejoice! Pr: WE REJOICE IN A GOD WHO ANSWERS. ?: Inductive (How?) KW: Responses TS: We will find in our study of Zechariah how God responds to our prayers. The ____ way God responds ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

Missionary Burnout: Causes & Cures

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Aug 10, 2001

A personal testimony of one missionary’s struggle with burnout and how he found relief.

MISSIONARY BURNOUT: CAUSES & CURES BY GREG WADDELL II CORINTHIANS 2:14-17 "WHO IS EQUAL TO SUCH A TASK?" I. INTRODUCTION A. Background My wife and I have been missionaries for 18 years. In 1982, with $150 of monthly support coming in, we hit the road with our one-year-old daughter to raise funds ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, 1 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"True Humility.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 11, 2001

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 2, 2001, Title: “True Humility.” Luke 14: 1, 7-14

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 2, 2001 Heavenly Father empower us to see everyone’s self worth in the light of Your estimation. Amen. Title: “True Humility.” Luke 14: 1, 7-14 Jesus, at dinner in the house of a leading Pharisee, counsels both the host and his guests about humility and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The God Of The Second Chance Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 13, 2001

A look at four things about God’s call to Moses to service.

A Study of the Life of Moses Sermon # 4 “The God of the Second Chance!” Exodus 3:1-10 Dr. John R. Hamby Moses had seen the suffering of the people and he knew that he was to be the deliverer but he was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving Egypt Behind

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 8, 2001

Prepare, Don’t Wait, Keep Watch. These three elements of the Passover are commemorated in each of us as we continue to leave Egypt behind.

Paul Harvey tells the story of an old man and the gulls: “It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Who Is In The Spotlight? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 4, 2002

Are you striving to capture the attention of the world or to even make God take notice of you through your righteous achievements? The glory of man does not endure–it pales in comparison to the glory of Christ.

In Greek literature, Virgil wrote about the plight of humanity and how something new needed to be done to help man out of his predicament. In Greek thought, God was removed, a mere spectator, like someone observing a play in an amphitheater or a stadium– –sometimes intervening in a helpful way ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overwhelming Love

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001

There is no record of anyone ever coming to Jesus & telling Him, "Lord, I love you." But here is a woman who expressed her love in the only way she knew how.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Mark 14:3-9 The scene is Bethany, a village just a few miles from Jerusalem, & the time is the night before Jesus' triumphal entry. In just a few days He will be arrested, tried, convicted, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 90 Series

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 13, 2001

Preachng through the Psalms

Psalm 90 I. Introduction Before I read the passage let me remind you a little bit about Moses. Moses he had a unique perspective to offer on life when he wrote this psalm. -He was raised in the household of a king in Egypt. -He killed a man and had to run away to live ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Ready?

Contributed by John Foster on Apr 14, 2001

So many people in Church (and life) have talents and skills that they are wasting. This sermon encourages people to used their God given gifts for His glory and suggests that their life will be more fruitful if they do so.

As I start my sermon this morning I want to ask if anyone here today likes to receive presents. Does anyone have with them today a present that they received from someone? [ask around room and get people to tell about the special present and who gave them] There’s something special about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Methodist

Living The Christian Life Is An Impossible Mission

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 28, 2001

Apart from Christ it is impossible to live the Christian life - but with his strength we are empowered to carry on in the face of a hostile world.

"I firmly believe that any man’s finest hour - his greatest fulfillment to all he holds dear - is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies on the field of battle exhausted - victorious." The legendary Coach of the Green Bay Packers, Vince Lombardi once professed those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Effort That Unifies

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Jun 7, 2001

Mickey a 41 year old salesman sleeps in on Sundays find out why.

West Greeley Baptist Church June 10th 2001 “The Effort That Unifies” Ephesians 4:1-3 By Pastor Mark Hensley “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3Make ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist