Sermons on Unexpected Heroes:

The Hero Of All Times, Jesus Christ

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jan 22, 2014

The sung by Bonnie Tyler, "Holden Out of a Hero" got me thinking about Jesus Christ who the greatest hero of all times.

Title: The Hero of All Times, Jesus Christ Introduction: When you hear the word hero what comes to your mind. Perhaps it is a favorite movie star, a sports star, or an admired influence in your life. There are actual people who can be your hero or you may have a fantasy hero like Superman, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Your Hero Becomes A Zero Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 8, 2013

Malachi is declaring how bad leadership causes “bad” fellowship. (The priesthood had spoiled and corrupted a nation.) Spiritual leaders must accept the responsibility of the call to live holy lives.

“When Your Hero Becomes a Zero” Malachi Series Pt. 4 July 7, 2013 Introduction A In Malachi, the first group of offenders God addresses are the priests. Malachi 1:6 (NASB) 6 " 'A son honors his father, and a servant his master. Then if I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Everyday Heroes - Part 1 Parents Series

Contributed by Art Good on Jun 20, 2017

Pastor Steve O'Dell brings the first in the series honoring everyday heroes in our community. These people are often unsung heroes who deserve to be recognized for all they do.

Funny Parenting tweets - (Title Slide) One of the reasons we are honoring parents today is very simple...parenting is often a hard and thankless job! So we want to recognize and thank you for your commitment to the task of raising your children. I remember the first time I did a sermon series on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 12:26, 1 Corinthians 15:33

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Go From Zero To Hero

Contributed by Brandon Boyd on Sep 28, 2016

In Christ I am made whole

HOW TO GO FROM ZERO TO HERO ROMANS 5:12-21 Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned: (For until the law sin was in the world: but sin is not imputed when there is no law. Nevertheless death reigned from Adam ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

My Older Brother Is My Hero Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 9, 2015

Attitudes, Compassion, Our Relationships, Jesus

GROWN UP CHRISTIANS – My Older Brother is My Hero Philippians 2:1-11 (pg. 819) June 14, 2015 Introduction: I am a fighter... I can’t help it... it’s part of my nature... I’m not completely sure if it’s taught or caught... whether it’s part of my DNA ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gideon - An Unlikely Hero, An Unlikely Vicotry Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 27, 2018

In this message we will see the power of God show up in the life of a very unlikely hero bringing about an even more unlikely victory.Numbers are irrelevant to victory when God is own your side and you follow His plan and directions.

Gideon – An Unlikely Hero, An Unlikely Victory #heroes OKAY - I want to begin with several passages of Scripture to both set up and to lay a foundation for our conversation this morning…. All Scripture is God breathed and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Elijah, A Hero Who Did Not Waiver Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 25, 2018

As we unpack the story of Elijah and the false prophets on Mount Carmel we will be challenged to ensure that we are developing a faith that will not waiver.

Elijah, A Hero Who Did Not Waver #heroes OKAY THIS MORNING – is week 7 of our Summer 2016 series, ‘Heroes, Amazing Stories Of Faith’ Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming Someone's Hero Series

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Nov 7, 2021

12th in the Unlikely Heroes series. Portrays how you can become someone'

Babe Ruth had hit 714 home runs during his baseball career and was playing one of his last full major league games. It was the Braves versus the Reds in Cincinnati. But the great Ruth was no longer as agile as he had once been. He fumbled the ball and threw badly, and in one inning alone his errors ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-13

Denomination: Methodist

Heroes Of The Faith: Patrick The Missionary To Ireland

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 18, 2023

A look at the great cloud of witnesses that surrounds the believer

Heroes of the Faith – Patrick the Missionary to Ireland Text: Hebrews 11:32-12:2 Well, we’re going to step aside from our study in 1st Corinthians this morning, because over starting next Sunday we’re going to begin focusing our hearts and minds on Resurrection Sunday, and I wanted to lead up to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Twelve Phases Of The Spiritual Heroes Journey

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

I felt inspired by several factors to engage in writing what the heroes journey might look like from a spiritual perspective. The heroes journey is a fascinating explanation of the journey a person takes through life.

I felt inspired by several factors to engage in writing what the heroes journey might look like from a spiritual perspective. The heroes journey is a fascinating explanation of the journey a person takes through life. Though some view it as merely a narrative tool or a template for fictional ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Storm Endurance

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jul 12, 2015

We have all had cloudbursts and pop-up thunderheads in our lives; but the real storm is yet to come. Get your house in order.

Storm Endurance and Storm Assurance Storms we see coming. Storms we suspect. Storms we never expected. Mt. 7:24-27 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: 25 And the rain descended, and the floods ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning The Other Cheek

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 21, 2019

Loving our enemies is not easy; but, it is the Christian way.

Turning The Other Cheek Luke 6: 27 – 36 Intro: The story is told of an Irish boxer who became a Christian evangelist. One day as he was setting up his tent for meetings, some local thugs came and began to heckle him. One of them took a swing at the preacher and hit him on the cheek knocking him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God’s Grace Is For Us Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the story of Joseph to illustrate how God's grace is always present in our lives, working for our good and His glory.

Welcome back, church, for another fantastic Sunday! We are continuing the series we started last week, Grace Under Fire. Ours is a series all about the grace of God, and how He forms us through the struggles, trials, and all life brings our way. If you were with us last week, we discussed how God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:14-20, Joshua 1:9

Topics: God's Grace, Faithfulness, Unexpected Journey

Sermon Series: Grace Under Fire

Devoted Or Distracted

Contributed by Katherine Gilstrap on Sep 7, 2024

AN UNEXPECTED PROBLEM BECOMES A UNEXPECTED BLESSING

Every day I drive the same highway to and from the office, and every day I see an alarming number of distracted drivers. Usually they’re talking on the phone or texting, but I have also seen people reading the newspaper, putting on makeup, and eating a bowl of cereal while trying to maneuver a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:18-25, John 14:6, Deuteronomy 8:2-3

Denomination: Other

Esther A Hero Who Siezed Her Divine Moment

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 10, 2007

A message about seizing the moment right in front of us for God.

Esther A Hero Who Seized Her Divine Moment I want to start off our time together this morning with these words from Erwin McManus Book, ‘Seizing Your Divine Moment.’ WHAT IF - you knew somewhere in front of you was a moment that would change your life forever, a moment rich with potential, a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ