Sermons on Unexpected Events:

Following Jesus

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

FOLLOWING JESUS IS NOT A ONE-TIME EVENT. IT IS AN EVENT OF A LIFETIME.

FOLLOWING JESUS IS NOT A ONE-TIME EVENT. IT IS AN EVENT OF A LIFETIME. HALLELUJAH! So, it is critical that you have a personal understanding of who Jesus is! And that you understand that HE IS NOT ONLY YOUR SAVIOUR, PROVIDER, HEALER, MIRACLE-WORKER. MOST IMPORTANTLY, JESUS IS YOUR LORD. AND ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Foursquare

Alive And Free

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Oct 30, 2022

Following Jesus is not a one-time event. It is an event of a lifetime.

Our passage today emphasizes that you decide early in your heart that you'll not be going to look behind and make a U-turn; you'll finish the life that God has started by not allowing yourself to be chained again to the things that have slowed down your progress. In this story, Jesus caught ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-22, Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Foursquare

The Power Of Earnest Prayer Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 7, 2020

God often does the unexpected when we’re earnest in prayer.

A week ago, I listened to the Voice of the Martyr’s podcast called VOM Radio and learned about Petr Jasek, a believer from the Czech Republic, who was imprisoned in Sudan for 14 months. He served as the Africa Regional Director for Voice of the Martyrs and traveled to Sudan on their behalf. BTW, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Hunger And Thirst For? Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 3, 2024

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus spoke of hunger and thirst but threw in an unexpected twist:

October 05, 2024 What images come to your mind when you hear the 2 words hunger and thirst? Are they pleasant images? Probably not. • Hunger, by definition, is a feeling of discomfort or weakness caused by lack of food, coupled with the desire to eat. • Thirst, by definition, is a feeling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6, Psalm 42:1-2, Matthew 13:43-46, Luke 18:18-23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Behold, The King Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 22, 2023

The birth of Jesus in Matthew 1:18-25 shows us that Jesus was the unexpected king of the Jews.

Introduction Our Advent Sermon Series this year is called, “Advent: The Unexpected King.” The Bible contains a record of some remarkable births. So far this Advent, we have examined the births of Isaac, Moses, and John the Baptist. Each of these births foreshadow the greatest birth of all, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

11 Bigger Failures

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Nov 6, 2003

Failure isn’t an event, it’s the reaction to an event

Let’s start off with talking about the boat. What is the boat? Well, it’s safe, warm, somewhat dry, but most importantly it floats. The comfort that the boat brings is priceless in a storm. Secondly, the boat is where most of the passengers of this cruise had spent their whole life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Footprints Of Faith Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 29, 2006

Discover the impact Mary’s faith had on her and how it is a model for us in unexpected times.

“Footprints of Faith” Luke 1:26-38 [Come in from “Life of Mary” video clip] INTRO: When I think about Mary, one word blankets my mind: F-A-I-T-H! Every step of the way was a step of faith. Think about it – from… • The angel’s announcement • The public’s response • Joseph’s surprise • Joseph’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Our King Jesus Interprets Scripture Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 23, 2018

The confusion and despair of the disciples on the day of the resurrection turns into joy because Jesus the King explains the Scriptures to the companions on the road to Emmaus.

Message Luke 24:13-35 Our King Jesus Interprets Scripture The day of the resurrection must have been a very confusing day for many. The Passover festival has finished and so has the Sabbath. It is time to go home. That is what thousands of people did on the Resurrection Sunday. We might kind of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Kingdom Like Malformed Mustard

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Mar 27, 2009

Like an unexpectedly huge mustard plant, the kingdom will grow and comfort, in unexpected ways.

Like Malformed Mustard Mark 4:30-32 The kingdom of God is like a VW Beetle. It is one of the smallest cars you will ever see. It is not very comfortable or powerful. It is not very stylish or practical. It is very cheap and not impressive in any way. There is no status with owning one. And yet, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32

Denomination: Mennonite

You Are Highly Favoured

Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Sep 1, 2017

To be higly favoured means an uncommon, an unusual and an unexpected  blessings will pursue and locate you.

YOU ARE HIGHLY FAVOURED ! I've heard people saying this words lots of times when greeting each other . Most of us even say it without realising the power behind the words. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE HIGHLY FAVOURED? Favour is defined as approval, a kindly helpful act beyond what you deserve or ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From The Life Of Abraham (4-5)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 27, 2022

We all have had some strange unexpected things happen to us.

Illus: A lady was walking down the street to work and she saw a parrot on a perch in front of a pet store, and to her surprise, the parrot said to her, • "Hey lady, you are really ugly," The lady was furious! She stormed past the store to her work. • On the way home she saw the same ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Losing Track Of God Series

Contributed by John Allen on Jun 10, 2025

Sometimes God does such unexpected things that we get confused and frustrated with him.

[Statements in brackets are for the preacher not the preaching. They are notes that reflect ideas based on the homiletics recommended in "Preach with No Pants" (https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/preach-with-no-pants-john-allen-sermon-on-inductive-250167) which proposes an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Funeral Sermon: When Good People Die Young Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

As we reflect on the untimely death of a good person, let us remember that their departure is not in vain, and God has a purpose that is beyond our understanding.

Funeral Sermon: WHEN GOOD PEOPLE DIE YOUNG By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 57:1-2 (KJV) The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart: and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come. He shall enter into peace: they shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Truth: "be Patient When It Gets Weird" Matthew 1:18-25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024

Matthew 1:18-25 teaches us about patience, trust, and obedience when life takes unexpected turns. Joseph waited for God's guidance even when things got confusing.

Transformed by Truth: "Be Patient When It Gets Weird" Matthew 1:18-25 (NLT) Introduction Today, we are going to delve into a story from the Gospel of Matthew that teaches us about patience, trust, and obedience when life takes unexpected turns. Our focus will be on how Joseph reacted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 1:18-19, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 1:20-21, Psalm 32:8, Matthew 1:24-25, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Helpers In Unlikely Places Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2025

God often provides help from unexpected sources and through people we least expect. Divine helpers do not always come as wealthy benefactors or influential figures. Sometimes, they are found in unlikely places—individuals whom society has overlooked, rejected, or considered insignificant.

DIVINE HELPERS IN UNLIKELY PLACES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-2 "David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him. And every one that was in distress, and every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God