Sermons on Unexpected Events:

The Power Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The power of the resurrection took histories saddest event-the crucifixion, and changed it into the center of our Christian focus of joy. The cross is now history's greatest symbol of love, forgiveness, and hope.

John Scott Harrison was the only man in the history of our nation who was the son of one president and the father of another. A man of such distinction you would think would be treated with great respect in his death, but the fact was, nobody was safe in 1878 when he died. Body snatching was at a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

"he Is Risen!" Now What?

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Mar 18, 2024

He is Risen, but we ask, “What now?” What does it mean for us and how does it impact our lives today? Is it just to be an awesome historical event and left there? The answer is no.

HE IS RISEN! (He is Risen indeed!) That is the shouted declaration of triumph and its reaffirming response. The fact that Christ is risen is the pinnacle of our Christian faith. Christianity stands or falls on the resurrection. The Apostle Paul stated; “For what I received I passed on to you ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Scroll And Seven Seals Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 8, 2023

Study #4: This study looks at The Great Scroll in heaven, The Seven Seals, and contains a section on The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Many spectacular and devastating events will come upon the world during The Great Tribulation.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Tonight, we will begin studying the Seven Seals of the book of Revelation. The Seven Seals provide us much to consider; for they are a preview and a warning of the many spectacular events that are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14, Revelation 6:1-17, Revelation 7:1-17, Revelation 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

God's Unfailing Perfection In Our Lives SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

The most devastating event in anyone's life is the departure of God's mercy. However, when God's mercy is present, we can have confidence and assurance that God will flawlessly perfect everything that concerns us.

Today, we will explore the comforting truth found in Psalm 138:8, which declares, "The Lord will perfect that which concerns me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever; do not forsake the work of your hands." This psalm, penned by David, reveals his unwavering faith in God's ability to bring ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:8

Topics: God's Mercy, Perfection

Healin' Power - A Case Study Of An Early Apostolic Miracle Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003

The marvelous example of the healing of a lame man which we find in Acts 3:1-11 is by no means a mere miracle for the display of power. Rather even this event is a powerful fulfillment of Prophecy in the Messianic Age.

INTRODUCTION The marvelous example of the healing of a lame man which we find in Acts 3:1-11 is by no means a mere miracle for the display of power. Rather even this event is a powerful fulfillment of Prophecy in the Messianic Age: Isaiah 35:1; Mic 4:6; Zeph 3:19 Miracles in the Messianic Age: We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2005

5th in long series on Joshua. After doing a recap of the events so far, this shows the little-spoken truth: Sometimes, in order for us to obey God, we must hurt other people.

Joshua 3:1-17 – Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others It was testimony night in the church. A lady got up and said, "We are living in a wicked land where sin is on every hand. I have had a terrible fight with the old devil all week." Then, her husband, who was sitting glumly by her side ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles In John: Lesson 4: Healing A Crippled Man At Bethesda

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2005

John’s purpose is belief. John doesn’t include 50 weeks of Jesus’ life to include events to motivate belief. “These things (signs) are written that ye might believe” (20:31).

A. INTRODUCTION: JOHN 5:1-18 1. Springtime and Passover. “There was a feast of the Jews and Jesus went up” (John 5:1). 2. John’s purpose is belief. John doesn’t include 50 weeks of Jesus’ life to include events to motivate belief. “These things (signs) are written that ye might believe” (20:31). 3. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Presence Of Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Pahls on Jun 6, 2001

An exposition of the events of Pentecost. This sermon challenges believers to awaken to the high calling of Jesus to be used as an instrument of God for the salvation of the world while encouraging them that the Spirit of Christ is present to work in and through us to this purpose.

The Real Presence of Christ -or- A Humble Challenge to Save the World Part #2 For Ascension and Pentecost 2001 Acts 2:1-21 1 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

There's Always Something Standing In The Way

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 5, 2002

This sermon deals with David & Goliath. Even though God Anoints us for special events, there will be problems in our lives to keep us from reaching what God has for us, but we can be victorious

There’s Always Something Standing In The Way 5/5/2002 NLF 1 Samuel 17:1-50 1 Sam 17:1-30 Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Samuel 17:1-50 It would be great in life if the only thing necessary for us to get things was to just show up. What would it be like to go to school and say “I want a diploma and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-50, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Be Afraid, Remember The Lord

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on May 29, 2002

Patriotic sermon used for Memorial Day, or modifed for other patriotic events. Deals with issues still worth fighting for as Christians. Interesting statistical illustration of all those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Title: Don’t Be Afraid, Remember the Lord 05/26/02 West Side Text: Nehemiah 4:14,20 A.M. Service Purpose: Memorial Day sermon dealing with those issues that are worth fighting for as a Christian. *************************************************************** Introduction “So to the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:14-20

Denomination: Nazarene

David And The Dwarf Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 12, 2002

When you study the event of David vs Goliath closely you gain some valuable insight: that the real giant that day was not the one big in stature but the one who was completely sold out to God.

DAVID AND THE DWARF 1 SAMUEL 17: 1-56 INTRODUCTION: The story of David and Goliath is one of the most popular in all the Bible. It is undoubtedly one of the greatest incidents in the life of this Godly man that we have chosen to study. It was a contrast of incredible proportions. Anybody ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-56

Denomination: Christian Church

Your Response Determines Your Future

Contributed by Mike Holley on May 25, 2001

our response to opportunities in life determines our future. It is the same in the spiritual realm. Every response has consquences and has an impact on our future. Offenses seems to be one of the major events in the church today.

‘Your Response Determines Your Future” I. Introduction A. Your response determines your future: 1. Deception is not knowing while thinking you know. 2. Holy Spirit will reveal, that which is hidden. 3. Unknowingly you will look at “offense opportunities” through the glasses that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ground Zero Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on Sep 9, 2002

Ground Zero events change everything around us. Suffering is a reality, and suffering comes from the presence of sin in us and in our world. But with Jesus as our foundation, we can have forgiveness and security.

Sept. 8, 2002 Genesis 3:1 - 24 ¡§Ground Zero¡¨ INTRODUCTION I need you to do something for me this morning. Each of you should have received four slips of paper as you came in today. If you do not have these, please raise your hand, and an usher will get them to you. On these four ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Refresher Course On The Gospel Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

Memory of significant events is achieved through repetition. Our minds are tremendous tools to harness, and use information. There is no greater piece of knowledge today than that of the gospel. The words of the gospel have the power to changes lives,

A REFRESHER COURSE ON THE GOSPEL AND THE RESURRECTION 1 CORINTHIANS 15:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Memory of significant events is achieved through repetition. Our minds are tremendous tools to harness, and use information. There is no greater piece of knowledge today than that of the gospel. The words ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Faith On Trial

Contributed by David King on Sep 7, 2006

No matter the vagaries of life, no matter the turn of events, we have an anchor which holds our soul in life and ensures our stability."The Lord is our Refuge and Strength". Ps. 46:1

For believers, faith is the way of life. “The just shall live by faith” Rom. 1: 7. However whatever has to do with life has to be tested. Man designed and built a flying machine, but he would not entrust it with human life until each component has been tested. No drug is administered to any ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational