Sermons on Unanswered Questions:

Moses In God's School Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016

In this fourth message of twenty on the life of Moses we see the difficulties Moses faced, not just with Pharaoh but with the Jewish people. This was the first of many clashes between Moses and the people he was trying to help.

. Moses 4 MOSES IN GOD’S SCHOOL Exodus 4:18-7:7 C. The Salvation 2. The Conflicts in God’s Will Ex. 4:18-31 Moses has reluctantly agreed to God’s will. I do not believe his heart was in it. His “Thy will be done!” could be worded, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 10 - Reward For Those Who Seek God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 2, 2025

Those who seek God with all their heart and put their faith in His Son Jesus will experience an amazing transformation in their lives and will become a blessing to many. Abraham in the Old Testament and Paul in the New Testament are great examples of those who truly sought God.

We read in Genesis 12:4, “When Abram was seventy-five years old, he started out from Haran, as the LORD had told him to do; and Lot went with him.” (GNB) Abram was seventy five years old, when he ventured out on the journey that God asked him to undertake. Generally, people at that age will want ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4, 1 Chronicles 28:9, Jeremiah 29:13, Hebrews 11:6, Genesis 12:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Persevering Prayer Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Apr 18, 2013

This is part three in the series and addresses the question why persevere in prayer

PRAYER: Rediscovering the Presence, Promise and Power Persevering in Prayer Luke 18:1-8 Let’s do a review together. In John 17, Jesus establishes the PRIORITY of prayer. Everything we do has its beginning and end with God’s glory. Prayer is not about you. Its about God and His Glory. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is Some Rescue - Mark 15:22-32 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 27, 2024

God promises to rescue us in times of trouble. But many times he lets the trouble go on. So how can we trust him to be our shelter, deliverer, and helper if our prayers for help often go unanswered?

Mark 15:21 A certain man from Cyrene, Simon, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was pass-ing by on his way in from the country, and they forced him to carry the cross. 22 They brought Jesus to the place called Golgotha (which means The Place of the Skull). 23 Then they offered him wine mixed with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:22-32, Matthew 27:33-44, Luke 23:32-43

The Gloomiest Chapter In The Bible – Psalm 88 – Passing Through Stormy Seas – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 4, 2022

Psalm 88 is considered to be the gloomiest chapter in all the bible. There is not one glimmer of hope yet we can draw from it wonderful teaching. The psalmist was in a very dark state when this Psalm was penned. His pleading with God seemed to be unanswered. Resurrection is considered.

SERIES - PSALMS OF THE SONS OF KORAH – PSALM 88 - PART 2 THE GLOOMIEST CHAPTER IN THE BIBLE – PSALM 88 – PASSING THROUGH STORMY SEAS – PART 2 It is considered that Psalm 88 is the gloomiest chapter in the whole bible. It could be said there are no positives in the Psalm. It is never or rarely ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:16-19, 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, Psalm 88:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All For A Bowl Of Red Stew Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

Like Jacob, we are often tempted to think that we know better than God, and to trade His promises in for a simple bowl of red stew.

Texts: Genesis 25:19-34; Romans 8:1-11 Date: Sunday, July 14, 2002 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell As we approach our scripture text in Genesis 25 this morning, we find that the promise given to Abraham is once again in jeopardy. Isaac has grown and married, but Abraham has passed on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Nazarene

Authentic Servants Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 3, 2023

Paul took us on a look at the message of the Gospel, its messengers, ministry and our trust in the Master of the work of the Gospel. He helped us understand the endurance we need, the character and nature of the ministry.

2 Cor 6:3-13 Authentic Servants of God Paul has been writing in answer to his critics and in defence of his ministry. • This was necessary because false teachers had sown discord among them, challenging Paul’s authority, questioning his motive in ministry and casting doubt on his character. • Why ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Who Am I?" "Who Is God?" The Burning Bush Sheds Light On Age-Old Questions

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 12, 2007

It doesn’t matter who YOU are, what matters is who GOD is. Thankfully, he is the great "I AM"...

Can you solve these riddles? “I have no eyes. I have no legs. But I help move the earth. Who am I?” (A worm.) “I can run but never walk. I have a mouth but never talk. I have a bed but never sleep. Who am I?” (A river.) If you wrote such a riddle about yourself or about God, what would it say? How ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

6 Question We Don't Ask Out Loud About Tithing Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 24, 2007

Answering some common questions concerning tithing.

Taking the "Stew" Out of Stewardship (Part 3 of 4) 6 Questions We Don’t Ask Out Loud About Tithing Malachi 3:8-10 Jan. 21, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Opening Story B Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing Me! But you say, ’How ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

6 Questions We Don't Ask Out Loud About Tithing Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 8, 2007

Questions 4-6 that often come up about tithing.

Taking the "Stew" Out of Stewardship (Part 4 of 4) 6 Questions We Don’t Ask Out Loud About Tithing, Pt. 2 Key points and thoughts from Pastor Leland Patrick Mal. 3:8-10 Jan. 28, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A (IL) B Last week we ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection B.18 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? / "Are These Questions Really Necessary?”

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 11, 2020

Someone may ask, 'Why do who even need to think about whether God might be behind coronavirus?' Here's part of the answer, at least.

I’ve often mentioned that I’m asking three difficult questions. In reality, there are two main questions: ‘Is coronavirus a judgement from God?’ and ‘Are we living in end times?’ But are these important questions to ask? Suppose you don’t feel well and go to the doctor. The doctor checks your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And John The Baptist

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Jesus and John the Baptist. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 7 verses 18-35. Ill: • Lord Halifax, who was a former foreign secretary of Great Britain, • Once shared a railway compartment with two prim-looking spinsters. • A few moments before reaching his destination the train passed through a tunnel. • In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Brethren

Christmas: Wise Men Still Seek Him.

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

The question isn’t does God still speak. The question is are we listening?

Wise Men Still Seek Him After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." 3 When King Herod heard this he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible & 2012

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 14, 2009

- People are asking questions - Is the world coming to an end in 2012? - The Bible answers this question

- Roland Emmerich’s "2012" - Independence Da y (96), Day After Tomorrow (04) - $200 million Movie - Called the “mother of all disaster movies” - Tag line “Mankind’s Earliest Civilizations Warned Us” - What are the odds?”, “I thought we would have more time” - US News & World report - 60% believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Courting Sin Within The Church

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 5, 2005

This message answers four key questions on the question of Christians suing each other.

1. What’s The Problem? - Believers were suing each other in court. - What does Paul think of this? - v. 1 - “Dare any of you. . .” - v. 6 - “But brother goes to law against brother, and that before unbelievers!” - v. 7 - “already an utter failure” - Paul is shocked and dismayed that their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist