Sermons on Unknown Outcomes:

Pews And People -- Churches And Steeples. Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 31, 2012

A topical message. How we define church will determine what we cherish and what we are able to let go. The right definition will free us; the wrong definition will enslave us. Aimed at churches who exist to "keep the doors open."

Introduction Do you remember this finger play? Here’s the Church, Here’s the steeple, Open the doors to see all the people In years gone by, this finger play was a tool that teachers used to teach children the importance of attending church? I certainly believe that it holds value for this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Abraham: When He Rescued His Nephew, Lot Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 6, 2021

Lot and Abram, plus their respective households, separated from one another. Lot and his group chose to settle near Sodom. War broke out and Lot was captured. Abram came and rescued him!

Introduction: After Abram and his household were ordered to leave Egypt, they returned to Canaan. Genesis 13 describes how Abram and Lot both realized there wasn’t enough room (and probably food) for both of them to live together. Abram gave Lot the first choice and said that he would go in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The God Who Is Faithful Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 16, 2021

Greg Laurie wrote a New Year’s Day Devotion in which he shared an acronym for hope. HOPE: Holding On with Patient Expectation

Sermon January 3, 2021 – David Simpson Lanier Christian Church Hope in the God Who is Faithful Lamentations 3:22-25 New Year’s Quotes and Captions for the Realist: Welcome, 2021! Here’s hoping you can’t be worse than last year. Happy 2021! Spoiler Alert: We’re still social distancing. Whatever ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-25

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Grace Is Gives Us Peace! Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 3, 2023

God's peace is not a by-product of a tribulation free life but of seeing and thanking Him for the unmerited grace one has received!

God’s Grace Gives us Peace! Genesis 18:1-14; Philippians 4:6-7; John 11:32; Genesis 12:1-9; John 16:33; Hebrews 11:8; Genesis 21:1-7; John 14:6 Fear of past, present, or future circumstances often make lying down in green pastures to sit beside quiet waters an exceptionally rare occurrence! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-14, Philippians 4:6-7, John 11:32, Genesis 12:1-9, John 16:33, Hebrews 11:8, Genesis 21:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Dignity Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

Every nobody can become somebody, and that is why everybody is worthy of investment. This is God's view of man, for it was while we were yet sinners that Christ died for the ungodly. God is no haphazard and foolish investor.

An old business man once spoke at his club and told of how he made an investment which brought him great dividends, but for which he did not have to pay a cent of taxes. One night as he closed his store he found a dirty boy of 12 crouched against the building trying to protect himself from the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9

Help Others On The Road Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 25, 2018

Rescue, Sin, Redemption, Testing

FOLLOWING JESUS INTO THE UNKNOWN 2018 - Help Others on the Road January 28, 2018 Galatians 6:1-10 (p. 813) Introduction: I remember a couple of years ago being at Mom’s on a Friday to cut grass and the riding mower wasn’t acting right…and before you call me a wimp about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Are Called Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023

This sermon explores Abraham's obedience to God's call, emphasizing the importance of truly knowing God to serve Him with energy, boldness, and contentment. Opening

Good morning, beloved. We are gathered here today, not by chance, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to commune, to learn, and to grow in our faith. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Topics: Moving, God

When You Are Called Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023

This sermon explores Abraham's obedience to God's call, emphasizing the importance of truly knowing God to serve Him with energy, boldness, and contentment. Opening

Good morning, beloved. We are gathered here today, not by chance, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to commune, to learn, and to grow in our faith. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Topics: Moving, God

Women Went First PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024

This sermon explores the courage, faith, and witness of the women at Jesus' tomb, encouraging us to emulate their unwavering belief in God's power and love.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I hope this day finds you in good health and high spirits, for we are gathered here in the house of the Lord, not just as a congregation, but as a family. We are here to share in the joy of His word, to find solace in His promises, and to find strength in His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Topics: Business

Grace-Full Living

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 8, 2002

We are to be full of grace (and thus, givers).

GRACE-FULL LIVING II Corinthians 9:6-15 S: Money Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO BE FULL OF GRACE. ?: How? How do we be full of grace? How do we give? by following… KW: Principles (of grace, giving) TS: We will find in our study two principles of giving that show how we can be full of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Stressed? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008

Many today in our society are chasing after the wind and ending up overwhelmed and stressed in their lives. The result of this state is that many are robbed of their joy in life.

Are You Stressed! On the lighter side: Two video clips from commercials to stress - stress Question: How do you manage your stress? Thesis: Many today in our society are chasing after the wind and ending up overwhelmed and stressed in their lives. The result of this state is that many are ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Patriotic Christians #6 - Get Out And Vote! Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

On Election Day, citizens of our country participate in the greatest honor and responsibility we have — voting for those whom we want to lead our local, state, and national governments. As Christians, we have a greater responsibility to ensure that Jesus is honored in our vote.

Patriotic Christians #6 Get Out and Vote! Theme: On Election Day, citizens of our country participate in the greatest honor and responsibility we have as citizens — we cast our ballots for those whom we want to lead our local, state, and national governments. As Christians, we have a greater ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary's Call Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 27, 2024

3 times the angel tells us do not be afraid in the birth story of Jesus. What can we learn?

Advent - Fear Not December 1, 2024 Most people don’t like to admit the things we’re afraid of. What are your fears? It seems like fear is much more prominent today than it was back when I was a kid. Sometimes I think we can blame the media and social media and the fast pace of news spreading. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Is There Not A Cause?

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 5, 2026

God’s word is never idle—it creates purpose and calls for response. Like David, we are not defined by the roles others assign us, but by the word God has spoken over our lives. When that word becomes a cause, faith moves from observation to obedience.

As David stood in the Valley of Elah, the battle between Israel and the Philistines was nearing a breaking point. For forty days, the giant Goliath had stepped forward to issue his challenge, defying the armies of the living God. And for forty days, no one answered him. The silence was not caused ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:29, 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, 1 John 2:20, 2 Corinthians 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Would Jesus Say To Timothy Mcveigh

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jun 8, 2001

What is the message of Christ to people, not just the McVeigh’s of this world, but all of us.

What Would Jesus Say to Timothy McVeigh Ballard Assembly Pastor Bob Briggs June 9, 2001 On April 19, 1995, over six years ago, the fragile peace of mind of a nation was shattered when a Ryder Truck, loaded with explosives, detonated in front of the Federal Building in Oklahoma City, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Pentecostal