Sermons on Unexpected Events:

The Importance Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Feb 17, 2006

This message attempts to make it clear why resurrectionof Jesus was the most important historical event of all time, and why a belief in the resurrection of Jesus is so vitally important.

1 Cor. 15:12-19 (Easter 2005) The Importance of the Resurrection Intro: Friday I was listening to the radio and I heard a really short Easter Sermon. It lasted only about eight seconds on Paul Harvey. It went like this: “Jesus lived a good life in a wicked world – to show us it can be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cross: A Place Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

This morning we come to the cross itself. We’re going to look at four points: His suffering, His sacrifice, the supernatural events, and finally, the significance of it all.

A little boy was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes hurt, his tie pinched his neck, and the weather outside was just too good to be cooped up inside. As he sulked in the back seat of the family car, he complained to his parents: “I don’t see why we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-56

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Pentecost!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 13, 2001

Pentecost was a once-in-history event, when the church was born. So let’s consider three things we learn from "Pentecost."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2022) TEXT: Acts 2:1-16 A. We celebrate the birth of Jesus & most of the world pauses to celebrate Christmas with us. We celebrate His resurrection, & much of the world recognizes Easter as a very special ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13, Acts 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Real End Of The World Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 20, 2012

The destruction of this present world will take place after the thousand year reign of Christ. Let’s preview the events that bring our new home to earth!

The Real End of the World (Revelation 20-22) 1. How good of an imagination do you have? How good is your long-term memory – do you remember details and what your life was like many years ago? How creative of a person are you? Are you able to trust God or do you fall apart in unusual ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Purpose Of Second Coming Prophecy

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on May 29, 2012

Many misinterpret second coming prophecy because they do not know its purpose. It is not to inform us about events. It is not to identify the anti-Christ. It is to inspire us to obedience.

The Purpose of Second Coming Prophesy 2 Thessalonians 3:4-13 Thomas Fuller was born in Africa about 1710. He was sold as a slave in Virginia in 1724. There is some disagreement about whether someone taught him to count to 100 or if he taught himself. He never had a day of formal education. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Destruction To Come Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 20, 2012

What I do want to leave you with is a firm belief in Christ’s return and with a wonder and joy of that last wondrous event for which we are waiting.

Introduction Let’s begin by reviewing briefly the message from last week which covered verses 1-13. First, the goal of this series. It is not so much to convince you of one view, as it is to have a charitable attitude towards the different opinions. I want you to realize how complex this ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Help May Be Hidden (1 Samuel 26:1-25)

Contributed by Mick Williams on Feb 17, 2013

God sometimes intervenes to prevent terrible events from taking place in our lives, as shown by His miraculous protection of King David in I Samuel 26.

SERMON TITLE: God’s Help May Be Hidden (I Samuel 26:1-25) [Summary of 1 Samuel Ch. 26 on http://twitter.com/biblesynopsis “1Sam26/While Saul’s army slept David took Saul’s spear. From afar he showed it and proclaimed his care for Saul. Saul agreed and left.”] READ 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daylight, The Saving Time Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 17, 2007

Those of us who are in Christ have great privileges, like a heads-up knowledge of end time events; nonetheless, with great privilege comes great responsibility.

Daylight, The Saving Time I Thessalonians 5:5-11 1. Some people have it all wrong. 2. A man flew into Chicago & hired a taxi to take him downtown. As he was riding along they came to a red light & the driver went right on through the red light. The man said, "Hey, the light was red. You’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mental Health

Contributed by Roy Harris on Oct 13, 2010

A sermon on Mental Health: It may be a good idea to plan a special Sunday event, invite and honour mental health organisations in your community for doing great work.

A sermon on Mental Health: It may be a good idea to plan a special Sunday event, invite and honour mental health organisations in your community for doing great work. World Mental Health Day: Today: 10/10/2010 This sermon can be used any time of the year, or on World Mental Health Day, 10/10 each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Charismatic

The Filling Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Vincent Harry Anobling on Sep 5, 2011

One of the most spectacular events in the record of Scripture is the coming of the Holy Spirit. It was uniques in its nature. So, powerful in its impact! So amazing in its result.

The Filling of the Spirit Acts 2: 1 – 4 1. The OCCASION! v. 1a a. When the day of pentecost was fully come... Why pentecost? What's the significance? 1. As the great harvest festival of the Hebrew Church (Exodus 23: 16), it was a fitting time for the ingathering ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Way, The Truth And The Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 22, 2008

This is an evangelistic message preached at a Christmas outreach event THE HEAVENLY JOY. The coming of Jesus solved man’s greatest need - to know the way, the truth and receive life.

We all have needs. When someone helps us solve that need, we are happy. • When you are hungry and someone gave you food, or when you fall and someone lift you up. We all had that experience. When the need is great, the joy is greater. • None of us is a superman. We all need help at some point ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 25, 2015

We are at the most pivotal times in history: we are on the brink of the greatest and the worst events that have ever hit planet earth: (Are you ready) There is a shaking, and there is Glory

Lu 1:17 Isa 60:1-3 As I have heard and seen things transpiring in America that we never believed could happen, such as legalizing gay marriage selling baby body parts, people given the legal right to use whatever restroom they choose based on their sexual orientation rather than the anatomy they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:17, Isaiah 60:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Book You Can Trust Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 11, 2021

The Scriptures are trustworthy because of the eyewitness testimony of the apostles to the historical event of Christ’s death and resurrection, but also because of the trustworthiness of the Law and Prophets found in the Old Testament.

INTRODUCTION • In the second message of our series, we will dive into a vital subject for Christians. • This subject has an impact on all we do as Christians and impacts our mission and purpose for life. • It may surprise you to know that there are over 4,000 recognized religions in the world. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Some Like It Hot!”

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 2, 2021

The Body of Christ has found itself crying out for an awakening, shaken, for Revival, but in order to experience Revival we must dismiss that it only comes as an arranged event.

Intro: I like to call this message “Some Like it Hot!” It is from these passages that I find instruction for Revival. These instructions themselves are not direct, but form in a type or an allegory. The Body of Christ has found itself crying out for an awakening, shaken, for Revival, but in order ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6, Acts 27:9-14

Christmas Series Christmas Party: The Protestors Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 11, 2019

In the midst of the birth of Jesus, not everyone was happy. Not everyone marveled at what they heard. Not everyone judged the Son of God being born as a baby as a good, holy, and righteous event.

CHRISTMAS SERIES CHRISTMAS PARTY: THE PROTESTORS MATTHEW 2:1-23, #ChristmasParty CHRISTMAS SERIES 12/1 Christmas Party: The Angels 12/8 Christmas Party: The Shepherds 12/15 Christmas Party: The Protesters (Herod) 12/22 Christmas Party: The Birthday Boy INTRODUCTION… Not Everyone Likes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ