Sermons about Unexpected Events

When The Enemy Comes To Accuse You

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jul 21, 2022

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In these verses, we see a clear revelation of one of the greatest promises ever given to the human race the promise of salvation, the forgiveness of sins. When we trust Christ for our salvation, our sins are forgiven and we receive Christ’s own righteousness, as symbolized by Joshua’s new clothes.

When The Enemy Comes To Accuse You And the Lord said unto Satan, The Lord rebuke thee, O Satan; yea, the Lord that hath chosen Jerusalem rebuke thee: is not this a brand plucked out of the fire?—Zec 3:1-10. v.2 Text As we look at our text the Israelites were engaged in rebuilding the Temple, ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Only God Knows Her Name Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Oct 26, 2016

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A sermon based upon the little Jewish servant girl who told Naaman where he could find help for his leprosy and the events of the story.

INTRODUCTION: 1. It was the day before Thanksgiving when an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, “I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother & I are getting a divorce. Forty-five years of misery is enough. We’re sick of each other, & ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus Into Abundance Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 27, 2021

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Unexpected things happen at weddings. Some are fun and humorous, some are embarrassing and hurtful. As we continue to following Jesus as His disciples, we find ourselves at a wedding where a potentially embarrassing situation turns into an abundant blessing!

Following Jesus Into the Unexpected Intro: • [IMAGE] BIL’s wedding - outside by a lake. Fisherman in boat disrupts the wedding with his outboard motor. • Strange and unexpected things happen at weddings! • As we continue to follow Jesus, we join him at a wedding. o Beginning of his ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 20:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian Response To Social Evil

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 19, 2024

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How shall followers of Christ respond to the growing wickedness of our world?

“[Jesus] said to [His disciples], ‘Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven. But before all this they will lay their hands on you and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

‘steps Of Faith’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 12, 2023

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‘Steps of Faith’ - John chapter 4 verses 43-54. – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • Faith is central to all of life. • For example, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. • And whose degrees you have never verified. • He gives you a prescription you cannot read. • You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen before. • He gives you a chemical compound ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Brethren

A Profound Deliverance Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 12, 2020

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This message explores the Passover event with emphasis on the protection for God's people through the blood on the doorposts. Pastor Tow concludes by connecting the teaching with the resurrection of Christ.

This week is a time of celebration. Wednesday evening began a celebration of the Passover. This morning is a celebration of the resurrection. These historical events are awesome demonstrations of God’s love and provision for His people. In this message I want to focus on the Passover deliverance, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:9, Exodus 7:5, Romans 6:14, John 1:29, Romans 10:9-10, Revelation 5:9, 1 Corinthians 5:7-13, Acts 2:22-24, Acts 17:30-31 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus, The Rejected Lover Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 19, 2000

based on 116 ratings

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It’s only when I come to Him that I find the strength to deal with the events & crises of my life.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. In last week’s sermon we opened the Book of Revelation to that verse where Jesus is called the Root & bright Morning Star. This morning we’re going to look at a very tender & moving passage in the Gospel of Matthew that shows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37-39, Romans 10:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Alive Again!

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 18, 2002

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We must join Christ in his resurrection if we are to claim we believe in the resurrection event. A message for Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday March 30, 1997 ALIVE AGAIN! INTRODUCTION This past week, America has been shocked and puzzled by the mass suicide of 39 people near San Diego, CA. The group, as you well know, was called Heaven’s Gate and its members, led by the charismatic Marshall Applewhite, believed that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Was God

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

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It is a year now, as we look back at the events of 9/11/01 there is still one lingering question on the minds of people.

Where Was God? Matthew 5:10-11 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Discourse On Dying Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 12, 2002

based on 64 ratings

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Let’s examine the events that surround King Saul’s death and use them to engage in a Biblical discourse on dying.

A DISCOURSE ON DYING 1 SAMUEL 31 INTRODUCTION: I enjoy reading interesting and humorous tombstones. A tombstone in England reads: "Remember friend, as passing by, as you are now so once was I. As I am now, so you will be, prepare for death to follow me." And someone scribbled in chalk below ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Wars And Rumors Of Wars

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 12, 2001

based on 296 ratings

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How do tragic world events affect the Christian? Jesus gives 3 principles, Do not fear, Watch, and Testify.

Wars and Rumors of Wars One question I have been continuously asked since the bombing of the World Trade Center is, ‘Do you think this is the beginning of the end?’ As we watch in shock the terrible events unfold before our eyes, who can help but wonder if this could be a sign of the times? We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:9-13, Luke 21:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

America Under Attack - A Christian Response

Contributed by Harold Dixon on Sep 13, 2001

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Our nation needs a Godly response to these unspeakable events. For this to happen we must see the right response in the Christian community.

America Under Attack A Christian’s Response September 12, 2001 Proposition: Christians must respond Biblically and trust in The Lord during seemingly Senseless Tragedies. Introduction: Four airplanes (carrying some 266 people) were hijacked by Terrorists yesterday. Two crashed into and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do When Trouble Comes? Or (Confidence In The Midst Of A Crisis)

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Sep 14, 2001

based on 295 ratings

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A Biblical response to the tragic events that affected our country on September 11, 2001 (Alternate Title: Confidence: In The Midst Of A Crisis)

Sep-01 WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN TROUBLE COMES? or (CONFIDENCE IN THE MIDST OF A CRISIS) PSALMS 46:1-11 (91:1-9) America was struck with the worst tragedy in history this past Tuesday morning just ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11, Psalm 91:1-9, John 11:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Light That Calls Us To Sanctification Series

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Dec 15, 2002

based on 29 ratings

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God’s light calls us to sanctification as seen through the new birth of Saul following the events on the road to DAmascus.

God¡¦s Light Calls Us To Sanctification (Separates) Acts 9:10-19 7 Dec 2002 ¡V Pearl Harbor Day fellowship community INTRODUCTION: Our family has begun our devotion, using the Advent card we were all given last Sunday. The answer, of course, is just a small light. We are studying a series ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

3 Easter B

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 1, 2003

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In our worship Jesus comes among us and tells us "Peace be with You." Our worship reflects the events of the resurrection.

3 Easter B Luke 24:36b-48 4 May 2003 Rev. Roger Haugen A young pastor was fishing for comments at the door following one of his sermons that he felt was particularly profound. One older man responded, “Sometimes we come to church because of the pastor and sometimes we come in spite of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Lutheran

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