Sermons on Unexpected Circumstances:

Expectations Across The Pond

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 9, 2009

This sermon examines the expecations surrounding the arrival of the Messiah. It is designed in Antiphonal format with Christmas carols interspersed throughout.

EXPECTATIONS ACROSS THE POND Christmas Around the World—Part 1 In other parts of the world you might find yourself celebrating Christmas by skiing down a mountain side with a lighted torch in your hand…strewing hay on the floor of your home…knocking on a neighbors door in a symbolic pilgrimage. ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Coming Of The Lord

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Nov 11, 2010

If Jesus came once, why does He want to come again?

Text: “…the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night” (1 Thessalonians 5:2). What does that Scripture mean to you? What is the day of the Lord? What does the word “thief” mean in this Scripture? Didn’t Jesus already come into the world as a baby? Yes, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

For Crimes That I Have Done Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 21, 2011

So many people are under the impression that there are simply no negative consequences for their sins. But our sins deserve judgment and punishment. Jesus took that punishment for us on the cross when he suffered and died.

Text: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 (Amplified Bible) with my adaptations 13Behold, My Servant shall deal wisely and shall prosper; He shall be exalted and extolled and shall stand very high. 14[For many the Servant of God became an object of horror; many were astonished at Him.] His face and His whole ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Freedom To The Oppressed Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 13, 2001

This is the fourth in this series based in Luke 4:16-21 and using John 8:1-11 as the main text.

THE UNEXPECTED JESUS "Freedom to the Oppressed" John 8:1-11 INTRODUCTION: On a hot August day in 1944, in the small village of Plelo, France, a 15 year old boy stood before a German Firing squad. He did not know why he and the other citizens of his hometown were about to die. Maybe it was ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Know That Face!

Contributed by Robert Marsh on Mar 18, 2005

Memorial/Funeral Service for a miscarried baby.

“I Know That Face!” Memorial Service for a Miscarried Child Psalm 139:16 Today family and friends gather to grieve with and support Melissa and Robert. For them the excitement of a long awaited pregnancy has come to a terrible, unexpected and painful end. In a time like this, we are cut to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate A Shepherd's Christmas

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Celebrate a Shepherd’s Christmas by listening to the angels’ message.

Do you open your presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? How about your stockings – do you get to check those every day or just on Christmas morning? Is your tree artificial or natural? Do you decorate the outside of your house as well as the inside? Christmas customs – every family has them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Turning Up The Heat

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 26, 2002

How to fan the smoldering embers into passionate flames in any relationship.

13, January 2002 Dakota Community Church Turning Up The Heat Introduction: This week I want to talk about how to go from smoldering embers to roaring flames of passion. These will work in any relationship, with God or with your spouse. Five ways to turn up the fire of passion: Mark 1:35 35Very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:2-3, Mark 1:34-35

Denomination: Mennonite

The Second Coming Of Christ

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 27, 2002

A brief doctrinal overview of the Second Coming of Christ. A summary.

THE SECOND COMING OF JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: New years. We anticipate the coming of the New Year. But there are many outside of these doors that are also anticipating it. They don’t realize that 1998 might not come! You see the reality is that Jesus Christ could come before this year is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, 1 Corinthians 15:51-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God In A Box

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Dec 5, 2008

This message deals with the loss of the presence and power of God out of the lives of the God’s people through neglect

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1 – 23 Title: “God In A Box” Introduction: The Ark of the Covenant was a wooden box made of Acacia wood (shittim wood). / The Ark was the first thing God told Moses to build! (Deut. 10:1) · The contents of the Ark was / The Ten Commandments on tablets of stone / Aaron’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

"When ‘bad Luck’ Knocks Us Down” Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 4, 2023

The story of Joseph being sold into slavery provides a compelling example of moments when it seems like "bad luck" has come our way when God may be up to something else.

WHY DID THAT HAPPEN? There are moments when we feel like bad luck knocked us down. - We will get into the specifics that this passage details as we go through the sermon, but this is obviously a passage with some “just-so-happened” moments. - To use the common vernacular, someone might say, “Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: What Spider-Man Can Teach Us About God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

Spider-Man - this iconic superhero teaches us profound lessons about power, responsibility, and our relationship with God. By examining Spider-Man's story, we can gain deeper insights into our Christian walk and how we are called to live out our faith.

With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: What Spider-Man Can Teach Us About God Introduction Today, we’re diving into an unexpected source for our spiritual growth: Spider-Man. This iconic superhero teaches us profound lessons about power, responsibility, and our relationship with God. By ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:48, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 15:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Makes A Way Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 27, 2025

No matter the situation, our God is still in the business of making a way. Don’t be discouraged by the closed doors,

THE GOD WHO MAKES A WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:16-19 (KJV) Thus saith the LORD, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters; Which bringeth forth the chariot and horse, the army and the power; they shall lie down together, they shall not rise: they are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Crazy Happy Satisfaction Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of unique happiness derived from Jesus fulfilling our deepest longings, focusing on the Beatitudes as a guide to living a life of mercy, purity, and peace, despite its challenges.

God wants all of us to walk in unique happiness. It's part of living life and having what Jesus calls “life more abundantly.” It's part of the work God wants us to do. That’s why God’s definition of the crazy happy life is called the Beatitudes. They're not called the “do-atitudes.” It's not about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7-12

Topics: Beatitudes, Soul Satisfaction, Divine Overflow

Sermon Series: Crazy Happy

Breaking Through The Belief Barrier Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jan 27, 2006

This message is intended to help you learn how to do regular diagnostic work on your spiritual health and growth.

23“‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for him who believes.” 24Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” (Mark 9:22-23) Diagnostic testing is a regular part of life. We diagnose everything from health to a car. Your family physician ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Show Me Your Commitment … Through Trials And Temptations

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2005

The second of a series through the book of James

Soon after we returned from vacation last Sunday the boys were on the computer playing baseball. (The game was a father’s day gift to me and they let me play occasionally.) One of the things that I have heard over the years about good pitching and good pitchers is that they have a variety of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God