Sermons on Unpopular Preaching:

Preaching From Philippians #4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

In Chapter one, Paul let these Christians in Philippi know that he wanted to come to them, but couldn’t because he was in jail.

He also wanted them to know that his being in jail might bring about his death, but if it did, they were not to let it shake their faith in the Lord Jesus. He did not want them to feel sorry for him or for themselves, because Paul let it be known that for him “TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching From Philippians #3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

In the last sermon, we dealt with Paul stating that whether he lived or died, his purpose for living was for the Lord Jesus.

When he wrote to the Philippian church, he was in prison. In prison he knew that he faced a capital crime and that he might be executed. If you were in prison and you thought that you might die, what kind of letter would you write? We do not have to guess at what kind of letter the Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching From Philippians #2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

One of the reasons that it is a sin for Christians to take drugs or drink alcoholic beverages is because these are substances that control our behavior.

These are things that will ruin our lives and cause us to make fools out of ourselves. There is no way that a Christian can be controlled by the Holy Spirit if they are controlled by these substances. But these are not the only things that control Christians. For example, there are many ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Purpose Of Preaching The Cross?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 8, 2025

The Lord gives us what we need to do His Will. It is not of ourselves.

What is the Purpose of Preaching the Cross? Acts 3:12-26 It is not our words, it is not our strength, nor is it our own person that has any power in the work that we do for Christ. But it is the power of God through Christ that we are enabled to do what we do and how we do it. The sermon that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Practicing What We Preach SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

A sermon on the importance of not just hearing the Word, but actively living it out in our daily lives.

Today, we will be discussing the importance of being a doer of the Word, as mentioned in James 1:19-27. This passage emphasizes the need for action and practical application of God's teachings in our lives. It is not enough to simply hear or talk about the Word; we must actively live it out. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Topics: Faith, Action

Peter Preaches The Gospel To Gentiles PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

Explores the universal reach, equality, and barrier-breaking power of the Gospel.

Good morning, dear family of God. It is a joy to be standing here before you today, sharing the Word of God, and delving into the depths of His divine wisdom. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of us, in our unique ways, are part of God’s grand tapestry of grace, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-48

Topics: Evangelism

Will We See Our Loved Ones Again? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Hell is an unpopular subject you don't hear much preaching about anymore. But I must speak about hell because the Bible speaks about hell.

INTRODUCTION Before George Carlin or Woody Allen ever said, it comedian Sean Morey spoke these words on the Johnny Carson show in the 1980s. “I think that the life cycle is backwards. You should die first; get it out of the way. Then you live in an old age home. You are kicked out when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

If Hell Exists...

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Dec 8, 2008

This is perhaps the most unpopular subject in the whole Bible. It is so unpopular, many ministers avoid the subject. But if Hell exists, shouldn’t we sound a warning?

If Hell Exists M-1093 / 13 July 2008 Dr. Russell K. Tardo The Bible’s Most Unpopular Topic The text today is from Luke, chapter 16, and I’ll be speaking about the most unpopular subject in the Bible. Several topics probably come to mind -- trials, suffering, holiness, or the call to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It’s God’s Way, Or No Way Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 21, 2014

a study of the book of 1st Corinthians chapter 1 verses 18 through 31

1 Corinthians 1: 18 – 31 It’s God’s Way, Or No Way 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Straight No Chaser

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 8, 2014

You want to talk about preaching an unconventional message! Here was same crowd that had just demanded crucifixion of Jesus just weeks before! That did not bother Peter, he understood the bigger picture. Preach the Word Straight and to the point

(I take no credit for original points in this sermon. Sermon has been adapted with my inspiration of flow and point structure as guided by the Holy Spirit) TITLE: STRAIGHT NO CHASER SCRIPTURE: ACTS 3:11-19 Straight No Chaser is way of ordering at a bar that tells the bartender you want your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Heritage Of Faith

Contributed by Thomas Bell on Oct 12, 2016

celebrating 50 year members honored for their heritage of faith

ECC 2 Tim 3:14- 4: 5 Heritage Sunday Oct 16 2016 Heritage of Faith A simple definition of heritage is the traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation. On this heritage Sunday here at ECC we will be honoring those folks who have been members of this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 17: Expound A Chapter Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 23, 2018

Expound a Bible Chapter

Lesson Goal In this lesson I want to encourage the exposition of a whole chapter or a similar larger passage of Scripture. Lesson Intro Sometimes stepping back and getting a broader view of things, provides perspective and insight that getting lost in details does not. Lesson Plan In this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Written

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 3, 2018

Christians are called to address the issues of the day with the whole counsel of God’s Word. Their listeners must understand, “It is written” means “Thus says the Lord.”

It Is Written The Necessity of pointing to God’s Word There has been a trend in the past few years of very good speakers using their talent of communicating to win a crowd, rather than be obedient to God’s Word. They are falling to preach in a way which challenges hearers to make a decision to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Crucified Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #6. How one proclaims the gospel is not as important as that one proclaims the gospel.

I. Introduction A. The weaknesses in the church at Corinth -There can be no doubt that the church in the city of Corinth had issues. -They were quite the dysfunctional church. -Paul spent the first chapter laying a foundation for all that he is going to say. 1. All we have and all we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-9

Stand Strong In Preaching (4:1,2) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 9, 2021

The proper motive of preachers is a desire for faithfulness to God, not worldly fame.

Tom Lowe 12/19/2020 Scripture:Introduction 2 Timothy 4:1, 2 (NIV) 1. I solemnly charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by His appearing and His kingdom: 2. preach the Word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Baptist