Sermons on Unfolding:

Honorable Hero Helps Heroine Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Dec 9, 2007

After the marraige, Joseph and Mary had to travel ninety miles to pay a Roman tax. Once in Bethlehem, Baby Jesus was born and changed the lives of His earthly parents and all of the world forever.

LUKE 2:1-7 HONORABLE HERO HELPS HEROINE I. HERITAGE: A. Home. B. Honor. C. Hardiness. II. HAPPENSTANCES: A. Hostel. B. Helper. C. Happiness. III. HOSPITALITY: A. Heir. B. Harbingers. C. Honed. If we combine the stories concerning Joseph here in Luke’s writings with that of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Blessed Hope

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Paul, Pt. 24

THE BLESSED HOPE (1 THESSALONIANS 4:13-18) In the 90s, a cult from Taiwan relocated to San Dimas, California, and registered itself as God’s Salvation Church. In 1997, the Chen Tao cult, also known as the Flying Saucer cult, led by Hon-Ming Chen, headed to Garland (mistaken for “God Land”), ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why God Lets Friends Die Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 1, 2008

God love his people through sorrow and death to eternal pleasure and everlasting joy.

Scripture Introduction John 11 contains the well-known story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, and (for trivia fans) the shortest verse in the Bible is in this chapter. We also find here the last of the seven miracles (or “signs” as John calls them) which structure this book. Miracles (of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What If There Was No Resurrection?

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008

What are the implications of denying the resurrection? That will be examined in this message.

What If There Was No Resurrection? Introduction: To most fair historians there is little question as to the existence of Jesus. In fact many historians will even admit that he was put to death on a Roman cross, however the most disputed point of all is the resurrection of Jesus. The reason why is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-55

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fearless Fidelity

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 4, 2010

The resurrection of Jesus Christ empowers his followers to live lives of faith with boldness and confidence.

FEARLESS FIDELITY Revelation 8:1 – 9:21 Sermon Objective: The resurrection of Jesus Christ empowers his followers to live lives of faith with boldness and confidence. Supporting Scripture: Psalm 118:1-9, Matthew 10:27-28, 2 Corinthians 4:3-5, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 13:5-6 Albrecht Dürer ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Son Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 14, 2018

To be a part of God's family we all need to trace our spiritual heritage back to Abraham, but calling Abraham our father is also not enough. Jesus connects us to Abraham and gives us faith.

Message Matthew 1:1b Name Above All Names - Son of Abraham In the weeks leading up to Christmas we're looking at a series of under the general title of “Name above all Names.” This series focuses on the titles of Jesus that come up in the New Testament, from the time from before he was born, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1, Genesis 12:1-4, Genesis 17:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Real People - Real Problems Part 9 - Becoming What God Has Called You To Be Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Oct 3, 2017

Part 9 of our 1 Samuel series

Real People- Real Problems A study of 1 Samuel Part 9 “Becoming what God called you to be” 1 Samuel 11:1-15 Today as we continue our series in the book of 1 Samuel We are going to address another real problem Becoming what God has called us to be In the prior week’s we studied as Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Rest Of The Story Series

Contributed by John Pearrell on Jan 12, 2016

Jesus steps outside of the norm and the result is a woman and town are converted.

Projectionist: Start with “If Jesus Returned Today” Good questions; important questions. Our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We really can’t do that, but what we can do is create irresistible environments where people are encouraged and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

Watch And Work

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 19, 2016

A message from the Olivet Discourse in Mark's Gospel.

WATCH AND WORK TEXT: Mark 13:28-37 Mark 13:28-37 (KJV) Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near: [29] So ye in like manner, when ye shall see these things come to pass, know that it is nigh, even at the doors. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:28-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Elisha's Ministry - The Miraculous Floating Axe Head 2 Kings 6:1-7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 19, 2022

In the preparations for new quarters, one of the sons of the prophets lost an axe head in the Jordan River. Elisha, through the intervention of God, was able to retrieve that axe head. From this small story there are lessons for us.

ELISHA'S MINISTRY - THE MIRACULOUS FLOATING AXE HEAD 2 Kings 6:1-7 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 17 2Kings 6:1 Now the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, “Behold now, the place before you where we are living is too limited for us. 2Kings 6:2 Please let us go ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7, Hebrews 11:32-38, John 9:1-5, Psalm 2:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growth Through Resistance Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 3, 2016

Message 5The story of Moses and the troubles with God's people he went through after he answered God's call, The troubles we have in God's will make us stronger.

Moses 5 GROWTH THROUGH RESISTANCE Exodus 5:1-7:5\ C. The Salvation 6. Problems That Abound 5:1-7:5 1) The Arrogance of Defiance 5:1-14 2) The Anguish of Doubt a. Anger Against Moses 5:15-21 b. Anguish From Moses 5:22-23 3) The Announcement of Deliverance 6:1-7:5 a. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Counting Blessings Amid Trials Series

Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Dec 3, 2024

Charles Dickens once said, “Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.”

Introduction: Theme of Gratitude and Faith in Trials Brethren, as we gather to begin this series, Echoes of Christmas: God’s Unfolding Plan, our hearts are tuned to Thanksgiving. It is fitting that we turn our minds to the matter of gratitude—an act not for days of ease alone but for days of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Psalm 107:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Two Kings, Two Paths

Contributed by Martin Spoelstra on Oct 12, 2025

Big Idea: Saul grasped for control, while David trusted God’s timing. True kingship is not measured by force but by surrender to the Lord.

They say, “timing is everything.” And you don’t have to be a musician to know that’s true — although if you’ve ever sung the wrong verse while everyone else moved on to the chorus, you know how awkward bad timing can be. Think about how much of life depends on timing. Arriving five minutes late to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-3, 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Plaintiff's Innocence Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 15, 2023

Begin by introducing the Book of Job, its central theme of divine justice, and the significance of exploring Job's innocence in the face of suffering.

The Case of Job: Divine Justice Revealed The Plaintiff's Innocence Introduction: Begin by introducing the Book of Job, its central theme of divine justice, and the significance of exploring Job's innocence in the face of suffering. Mention that today's focus is on the first chapter, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12, Revelation 12:10, Job 1:13-22, James 1:2-4, Psalm 34:19, Job 2:1-6, Psalm 33:5, Zechariah 3:1-2, Genesis 15:6, Proverbs 2:7, Job 42:2, Romans 8:28, Psalm 103:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Please Be Patient

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

A study of Christian patience

Please Be Patient James 5:7-12 May 24, 1998 Introduction I. Young Man seeking patience II. Patience Testers * Long lines at the grocery * Having someone pull out in front of you on the highway and then drive extremely slow * Children who refuse to go to sleep * Slow service in the McDonald’s drive ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Church Of God