Sermons on Unexpected Heroes:

I Simply Must Have… Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 4, 2011

God recreates the whole life of those who give up small ambitions and admissions.

Read Matthew 13.44-46. Pray. Introduction Matthew again pairs two parables to press on us all the more forcefully one point. Last week we heard two parables of hidden and growing power. The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, small and insignificant, but hidden in the dirt it grows to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trust Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement! Trust is essential component to build and to experience if we desire to live “The Abundant life” in 2023.Proverbs

Video Transition: Faith in the Desert! Theme: Abundant 2023 – Living Abundantly-Growing in Christ-Walking in freedom! This year’s Scripture Verse: John 10:10: NKJV (Jesus said) 10 The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 9:10, Psalm 20:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Who Honored The King’s Son - Mark 15:40-47 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 1, 2024

Why do all four gospels make such a point about the details of Jesus burial? His death matters, his resurrection matters, but why is his burial so important? And what are the implications for us?

Mark 15:40 Some women were watching from a distance. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome. 41 In Galilee these women had followed him and cared for his needs. Many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem were also there. 42 It was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:40-47, Matthew 27:55-61, Luke 23:48

A Messiah Of Heritage Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 10, 2009

The coming of Jesus was the fulfillment of the promises of God.

A Messiah of Heritage Text: Matt. 1:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: A Jewish father was concerned about his son. He had not truly raised him to be grounded in the faith of Judaism… So, hoping to remedy this he sent his son to Israel so the boy could experience his heritage. A year later the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

A Flea Can Bite The Bottom Of The Pope In Rome

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 25, 2020

The Adventure of Christianity and the Call of Little People

.................................................. The sermon begins with a clip from the film The Hobbit where Gandalf meets Bilbo { for the sake of the sermon text, here is the relevant passage from the book the Hobbit: “Good Morning!" said Bilbo, and he meant it. The sun was shining, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33-46, John 10:10

Denomination: Anglican

God Can Do Anything Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 4, 2022

God can do anything when we give him everything.

This week I came across a rare photo of a TV remote control from the 60’s and 70’s. This brought back memories of some of my favorite after-school TV shows like Hogan’s Heroes, Lost in Space, the Beverly Hillbillies, and Gilligan’s Island. Interestingly, each of these classic shows dealt with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Have Food That You Know Nothing About

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 4, 2006

What is the food that our soul craves? That will reward, feed and satify us? It is ’doing the Father’s will’. It is seeing others find faith in Jesus.

"I have food that you know nothing about" John 4:27-42, Luke 9:57-10:1. You know- the Gracious Father loves us, accepts us, wants us - and one thing is necessary: that we let this in and have it - But His love doesn’t end there. Neither does His plan. It goes beyoned that… us… is greater than ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Deserter Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Apr 11, 2003

10th in the series "Conversations With Jesus." As Jesus predicts Peter’s denials, the contrasts point out what’s really important.

In my office I have a painting of a nightime scene (I showed a photo of the actual painting). What is striking about this painting is the contrast in values. It is the contrast that draws your attention to what’s important in the scene. Proposition: In today’s conversation with Jesus there are a ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer: Discoverign Your Purpose Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 29, 2007

Discovering your purpose at Christmas

Classic TV Christmas Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer Discovering Your Purpose This Christmas Season Luke 1:26-38 INTRODUCTION We all know the story of the misfit reindeer, Rudolph. Born with a bulbous bright nose Rudolph’s parents are worried that their son will be ridiculed by other reindeer. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Strongman - Pt. 2 - Demands Of Deliverance Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 12, 2013

Comic book character? Superhuman? Incredibly strong. Incredibly flawed. The Strongman teaches us strong lessons.

The Strongman - Pt. 2 The Demands of Deliverance I. Introduction Although his story only encompasses 4 short chapters in Judges, The Strongman has captured the imagination of Hollywood and Christians alike. A comic book hero with Hulk like traits minus the green skin. Meek and mild one moment and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

When No One Is Looking

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 25, 2014

Joseph made the right choice with Potiphar's wife -- even though he might have gotten away with it, at least temporarily. He expressed a godly character in the midst of confusion and chaos.

1. Opportunity Revelations In July of 2014, a bank teller pled guilty to embezzling nearly two million dollars from the State Bank of Lincoln where she worked as a head teller. She pulled off her crime by having access to the bank's vault and by changing audit numbers. Because she had worked at the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's A Wonderful Life

Contributed by J John on Dec 5, 2007

As the seasons change, many of us find that the annual arrival of Christmas characterises the passing of yet another year. For more info: http://www.philotrust.com

SermonCentral Editor’s note: J.John, a Greek Cypriot, has been described as "The Billy Graham of Great Britain," speaking to more than 300,000 people in person each year. He has authored 21 books and has more than one million copies in circulation. You may learn more about his ministry at: ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: *other

Joseph's Story

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 18, 2016

The Christmas story from Joseph's perspective. What was it like to sacrifice all that he had known in his pursuit of righteousness to take on scandal, scorn, and shame? Perhaps we are called like Joseph to follow God no matter what the cost.

Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph’s Story My mother and father raised me to be a good man, a just man, a righteous man. I loved God and followed his law to the utmost. I memorized scripture. I studied Torah at synagogue. I sought to treat people honorably. As I grew up, my dad taught me how to be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Courage And Faith

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 28, 2024

It explores the themes of courage, faith, and trust in God during difficult times, particularly when faced with ethical dilemmas.

Introduction Hi everyone, let's imagine this situation: I work at the VA, right? And I stumble upon something upsetting. I discovered that some of the bosses in our Community Living Centers, where we promise to look after our veterans, aren't doing the right thing. Now, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jephthah Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 23, 2022

The Rash Deliverer

September 24, 2022 As noted last time, Gideon had 70 sons by various women. After Gideon died, his son Abimelech, whose mother was a concubine from Shechem, convinced the town to hire some assassins to help him “do away with” his brothers – only Jotham escaped. All the citizens of Shechem and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 12:29-31, Deuteronomy 23:21, Judges 11:1-40, Judges 12:1-15, Proverbs 20:25, Hebrews 11:32-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist