SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Unexpected Return:

showing 5,011-5,025 of 77,268
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Carlton Coon avatar

    Beyond The Death Of Your Child

    Contributed by Carlton Coon on Aug 25, 2024
     | 3,049 views

    Funeral Sermon for an infant.

    Beyond the Death of Your Child On a number of occasions I’ve stood in situations similar to this. From the age of infants the same age to adult children who fell prey to addiction. I’ve never felt adequate to the moment. There are no right words that eliminate the pain. I have a theology that ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Peace In The Storm

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025
     | 1,185 views

    The presence of a storm doesn’t mean the absence of God. Instead, it’s an opportunity to see His power, peace, and providence in action.

    PEACE IN THE STORM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:39 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, Psalm 107:29, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of storms—unexpected trials, sudden troubles, and fierce battles that shake our faith. Storms can come in different ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Zorn avatar

    "from Doubt To Faith: Embracing The Peace Of Christ"

    Contributed by Mark Zorn on Apr 26, 2025
     | 405 views

    Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, verses 19-31. This passage recounts Jesus’ appearance to His disciples after the resurrection and the story of Thomas, often called “Doubting Thomas.” It speaks to the themes of fear, doubt, and the transformative power of faith.

    **Introduction** Good morning, beloved! Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, verses 19-31. This passage recounts Jesus’ appearance to His disciples after the resurrection and the story of Thomas, often called “Doubting Thomas.” It speaks to the themes of fear, doubt, and the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Of Wonders

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025
     | 1,348 views

    God is a God of wonders—His works are marvellous, and His power is beyond human comprehension. From creation to the miracles of the Bible, His wonders reveal His greatness.

    THE GOD OF WONDERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 77:14 "Thou art the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people." Supporting Texts: Exodus 15:11, Job 5:9, Jeremiah 32:27, Acts 2:22, Isaiah 8:18 INTRODUCTION: God is a God of wonders—His works are ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Living In Favour

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025
     | 636 views

    Favour is a supernatural advantage that causes a person to experience blessings beyond human effort. Solomon experienced God’s favour because he sought wisdom instead of riches, and God gave him both.

    LIVING IN FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:4-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17 INTRODUCTION: Favour is a supernatural advantage that causes a person to experience blessings beyond human effort. It is God’s divine endorsement ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Understanding People's Unresponsiveness Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,782 views

    A surprise, a realization, an encouragement and a reality check for understanding why more people don’t respond to the Christian message.

    After I became a Christian, I wanted to find a way to share the good news of Christ with my non-Christian friends and family members. I was convinced that if I could find just the right approach, just the right technique, all of my unbelieving friends would come to faith in Christ. At first I ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Hal Seed avatar

    Mighty God Series

    Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 16,867 views

    This four-part Christmas series was designed to give comfort and hope during the dark Christmas season following 911.

    [This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chuck Gohn avatar

    Walking On Water Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,571 views

    A sermon on Jesus "Walking on Water" taken out of the Gospel of John but using other Gospels (Matthew and Mark) to fill in the story. The main point is that even though Jesus sometimes does not appear aware of our trials, sometimes shows up late, etc. He

    Title: Walking on Water – June 5th, 2011 Pastor Chuck Gohn – Bellevue Christian Church, Bellevue PA 15202 Primary Passage: John 6.14-24 Media Used: PowerPoint Sermons: “Walk on Water” Video Used: Sermon Spice Video: “Walking on Water” Good morning! If you have you Bibles open up to John 6.14. We ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Brian Bill avatar

    8 Words To Change Your Family: Serving Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 12, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,837 views

    Families that serve together are strong together.

    8 Words to Change Your Family: Serving Nehemiah 4:13; Matthew 20:16-28 Rev. Brian Bill 6/12/11 A mother was preparing pancakes for her sons, Kevin, 5, and Ryan, 3. The boys began to argue over who would get the first one. Not wanting to miss a teachable moment, the mom said: “If Jesus were ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    Embarrassed At Christmas Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,901 views

    IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS (Part 2) If you and I are to keep from being embarrassed at Christmas, we need to learn to give in the same way God has given to us. Selfless giving follows God’s example. God hasn’t given us anything waiting

    INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been embarrassed a Christmas? Has you found yourself “red faced” and it wasn’t due to the cold? Unfortunately many of us have fallen into the commercial Christmas mentality and find ourselves overly self-conscious and uncomfortable if we receive an unexpected gift ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Glorifying God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 21, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,118 views

    If you are not saved yet, you need to come and see the Savior. If you are saved, it’s time to leave and share the Savior with others.

    Glorifying God Luke 2:8-20 Rev. Brian Bill December 22-23, 2018 I came across a report out of Ludington, Michigan describing how a church just unveiled its new Sleep Number seating for congregants, becoming the first church in the nation to offer personalized, adjustable sleep options for members. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Wallace avatar

    Life-Changing Prayer Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020
     | 7,510 views

    Want to pray prayers that change the world, or even your world? Daniel changed the world with his prayer in Daniel 9. What characterizes the kind of prayer that changes the world?

    Well, it’s the first of November, and two days from now one of the most contentious Presidential elections in our history will, perhaps, be decided. I read a newspaper article this week that said that not only Americans but even the people of other nations are anxious about what will be happening ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Ed Pruitt avatar

    When God Opens The Book Of Life Will Your Name Be Written There?

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 33 ratings
     | 45,345 views

    When God Opens The Book of Life Will Your Name Be Written There?

    When God Opens The Book of Life Will Your Name Be Written There? Sunday October 01, 2000 Luke 10:17-20 17 When the seventy-two disciples returned, they joyfully reported to him, “Lord, even the demons obey us when we use your name!” 18 “Yes,” he told them, “I saw Satan falling from heaven as a ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Gordon McCulloch avatar

    Loving Others Can Be So Difficult, That Is Why We Need God To Do It.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 23, 2014
     | 4,955 views

    Loving others is so much under stood. The world walks over Christians, and we simply let them. Jesus didn’t, so neither should we. Read on and be blessed!

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 5th September 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: Loving others is so much under stood. The world walks over Christians, and we simply let them. Jesus ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Holy Spirit Power Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 7, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,165 views

    The Holy Spirit gives us power to accomplish His plans.

    Holy Spirit Power Acts 2:1-13 Rev. Brian Bill October 5-6, 2019 Read Acts 2:1-13 while playing sounds of wind and showing video of Fire This weekend, we’re encountering some of the most important words ever written because this passage describes something entirely new and amazing. Here we see ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist