Sermons on Unknown Outcomes:

The Sky Is Falling

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Dec 19, 2012

At some point in my life, whether I’m still alive or dead, I’m going to face Jesus. My name is in the book of life. My life is registered in heaven. I’ve given my flawed and imperfect life to the authority of Jesus Christ. My question this morning is,

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to know the outcome of any decision you were about to make? How would your life be different if you could know the result of a decision before making it? In the trilogy “Back to the Future” this is the idea that these movies experiment ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You A Slave To Sin Or A Slave To God? Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Mar 31, 2008

Series in Romans

Text: Romans 6:15-23 Title: Are You a Slave to Sin or a Slave to God? Romans 6:15-23 15 What then? Shall we sin because we are not under law but under grace? May it never be! 16 Do you not know that when you present yourselves to someone as slaves for obedience, you are slaves of the one whom ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Judgement Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Michael Grant on Nov 20, 2020

When Jesus returns to establish His Kingdom, He will first judge the works of believers where some will receive rewards while others suffer loss.

Once again open in your Bibles to 2 Corinthians chapter 5 and the subject that we are going to be looking at this morning is the judgement seat of Christ or as it is called in Greek, the Bema which refers to a raised platform. You think of a court room, where the judge sits on a chair that is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-11, Romans 14:9-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Does God Make Good All Bad Life Experiences? A Deep Exegesis Of Romans 8:28.

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 19, 2019

It seems very clear from both the Bible and life itself that everything does not work together for good just because a person loves God. Many evil things happen to those who love God.

I am a cancer survivor and struggled with the threat of it returning for years. My late wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness just before our marriage and given seven years to live. Her numerous health challenges permeated every minute detail of our lives and finances for over three decades. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3, Matthew 11:21-24, John 14:26, Luke 12:12, Hebrews 12:7-11, Revelation 21:9, James 1:17, 1 Timothy 2:4, 1 Corinthians 1:24, John 6:44, Romans 8:21-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Son Worth Waiting For - A Christmas Message Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 6, 2021

2 Samuel 7 is a key chapter in the overall plotline of the Bible. The significance of this chapter lies in the promise God makes to David. God promises to build a house, and this promise is called the Davidic Covenant, or David’s Covenant.

The story of Christmas is splashed across the pages of your Bible long before Mary, Joseph, Wise Men, and the shepherds arrive. We’re exploring the promises made a millennium ahead of Christmas, and it’s these promises that serve as a bedrock granite underneath the holiday season. 2 Samuel 7 is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

"testing The Teachers"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 20, 2024

This is from a series on I John

Title: “Testing Teachers” Scripture: I John 4:1-6 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-21-24 Intro: The last weekend of September, Carol and I are planning on going to my high school reunion in my hometown of Marion, IN. While there I hope to see many of my old buddies. While there I am sure ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Take The Bait

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 20, 2023

This message is about our response to temptations and how the grace of God empowers us to overcome and not yield to them. It's a follow-up to my message "The Truth About Grace."

Don’t Take The Bait! Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22; First Corinthians 10:13; James 1:13-16 In my message last week I told you that grace does not cover sin, that in fact what it does is empower us to walk away and reject sin. Grace empowers us to reject sin, not cover it up after we do it. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, 1 Timothy 4:1, James 1:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Comfortable In The Dark

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 27, 2023

This message is about walking in faith which requires us to be comfortable in beinbg in the dark - not always knowing what God is doing - as we walk with Him.

Being Comfortable In The Dark Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1; John 20:24-29; First Corinthians 2:14 The title of my message this morning is “Being Comfortable in the Dark.” The writer of the book of Hebrews wrote, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, John 20:24-29, 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit As Gift Giver Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 3, 2025

The Holy Spirit has gifted every Christian with at least one spiritual gift and it is our honor and duty to use our gift to advance God's kingdom, strengthen the body of Christ, and serve a hurting world.

Introduction: A. The story is told about a young schoolboy who was trying out for a part in the school play. 1. His mother knew that he had set his heart on getting a part, but she was afraid that he would not be given a part in the play. 2. On the day the parts were awarded, she drove to school to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, 1 Corinthians 12:28-30, Romans 12:6-8, Ephesians 4:11-12, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Matthew 7:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk By Faith And Not By Sight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

Trusting God means obeying Him even when the path is unclear; true faith is shown through daily, courageous steps of obedience rooted in His promises.

Some mornings feel like a fog has rolled in and parked on the path right in front of you. You can see your feet, maybe the next step, yet the road ahead stays hidden. Bills stack up, doctors call back, kids cry, doors close, and the heart whispers, “Lord, what do I do now?” In moments like these, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-7, Hebrews 11:6

Topics: Faith, God's Plan, Trust

Encouraging Message For Men PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2025

Christ meets us in our weakness, supplying strength and love so we can persevere, serve others, and experience true courage in everyday life.

Some of us walked in with smiles; some of us walked in with sighs. Schedules feel heavy. Headlines howl. Bills pile, plates spin, and sleep sneaks away. You’ve tried to be strong for your people, and the strength ran thin. You’ve tried to be brave for your heart, and the courage felt small. If ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Topics: Encouragement, Strength

Forever Thankful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2025

The sermon emphasizes that faith and obedience invite God’s mercy, and gratitude transforms healing into wholeness, calling us to thankful, faithful living each day.

Some of us came in today carrying silent stories. The kind that follow you into the pew and sit beside you. A late-night worry that won’t let you sleep. A relationship that seems stuck in the storm. A diagnosis that rewrites your calendar. If you’ve ever felt on the fringe, if you’ve ever whispered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Topics: Thankfulness, Gratitude, Jesus

God Sees Our Hearts PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

God calls us to honest, wholehearted integrity—living openly before Him and others—because true freedom and joy are found in sincerity, not in appearances.

Some passages ease into our living rooms like an old friend, and some step onto the front porch and ring the bell with urgency. Acts 5 is one of those moments. It invites us to sit still, to listen closely, and to remember that God cares about what we hold in our hands and what we hide in our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-4

Topics: Lying, Integrity

Righteous Or Unrighteous PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2025

God lovingly confronts our sin, calling us to repentance and surrender, so we may experience true healing, gratitude, and restored relationship with Him.

Some Sundays feel like a soft chair and a warm blanket. Other Sundays feel like the Father’s steady hand on our shoulder, guiding us to look straight at the mirror and see what He sees. Today is one of those tender, truthful moments. Romans 1 is a sober passage, yet it is also a gracious gift, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Topics: Self-Examination

What Happens When You Get What You Ask Or Pray For? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

True security is found in trusting God as our King, not in pursuing what others have or seeking control through earthly solutions.

Have you ever stood at the fence line of your life, looked at what others have, and felt that tug? If I just had their certainty. Their security. Their leader. Their plan. The human heart has a way of reaching for what is visible, tangible, and immediate. We want a king we can see. A system we can ...read more

Topics: Divine Will, Human Desire