Sermons on Weird Passages:

What Do You Do When Your Graph Plummets? Series

Contributed by John Gullick on May 27, 2014

A sermon that takes - the passage even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death and attempts to give guidance.

What do you do when the graph plummets Yeah though I walk through the shadow of the valley of death thy rod and thy staff they comfort me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Powers That Be

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 5, 2012

What is the Christian’s relationship to government, and why does God make a big deal out of their authority in this passage?

The Powers that Be Romans 13:1-7 http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/120905pm.mp3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html In chapter 13, we look at our relationship with government and all ordained authority over us. ’the powers that be’ in v. 1 is a direct reference to all authority God has allowed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Maturity Levels Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012

There are four maturity levels in the Christian life. John explores each level, the strengths and weaknesses of each in this delightful passage.

Levels of Maturity 1 John 2:12-14 Ill. The work of Japanese painter Hokusai spanned many years before his death in 1849 at age 89. But toward the end of his life, the artist dismissed as nothing all the work he had done before age 50. It was only after he reached 70 that he felt he was turning out ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Humble & Obedient Heart

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 21, 2011

A message about the necessity of humbling our hearts, as shown by Jesus in LUKE 14:1-14. It is an explanation of this passage.

MATTHEW 23:11 “But the greatest among you shall be your servant.” When I was a teenager, I remember telling my father that I wanted to be a successful businessman when I grew up. He asked me what type of business I wanted to work in, and I told him I didn’t know, I just wanted to be a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: *other

Who Are You Becoming

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

A new years sermon encouraging reflection and intentionality in our development. not really one passage of Scripture, but many examples.

Who are you becoming? Amidst the roar of preparations to celebrate the new year, century, and millennium, have you had the chance to stop and reflect on who you are becoming? The celebrations are finished. The last of the crowds at Time Square have gone home and now the street cleaners are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Guess How Much I Love You Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Oct 4, 2010

In this passage, Paul prays for the impossible - that God would give us the strength to understand the un-understandable love of God!

When our children were smaller we were given lots of childrens books. One of them was called, Guess how much I love you. The book is about 2 hares. One is big and he is called Big Nutbrown Hare. The other is small and is called Little Nutbrown Hare. They are probably a daddy and his son. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Loudmouth Lamech Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

Usually pride is sneaky, an unannounced motive, but in our passage we see raw blantant pride for all to see.

Intro: 1. William Ernest Henley's poem "Invictus" ("Unconquered") is drenched with the spirit of Cain: Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Is The Adversary

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 19, 2017

A look at a challenging passage that indicates that when we refuse Jesus as Savior He will become our Adversary at judgment.

- These verses seem out of place. Why would Jesus end what He was saying here with talk about going to court? It doesn’t really seem to have much to do with the points He’s just made. - When that happens (and it happens at multiple places in the gospels), the temptation is to either presume that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:58-59

Denomination: Baptist

When More Faith Is Not The Problem

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 31, 2017

This passages initially looks like a call to greater faith, but what Jesus is actually saying points in the opposite direction.

WHY DID JESUS SAY THAT? Who wants a flying mulberry tree? - Luke 17:6. - This verse is generally taken as a generic injunction to have more faith, but let’s think about it for a moment. It’s a peculiar request when you think about it. Why exactly would anyone want to watch a mulberry tree come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-6, Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

You Are God's Holy Temple Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 2, 2017

In this passage Paul wants to share that in Jesus the Messiah we can experience ONENESS , PEACE and BE THE LIVING TEMPLE OF GOD.

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 Theme: You are God's Holy Temple! In this passage Paul wants to share that in Christ we can experience ONENESS , PEACE and BE THE TEMPLE OF GOD. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! This morning as I look around it is easy to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Parable Of The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 31, 2017

Here in this short passage there is the gracious plan of Christ concerning mankind; for the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.

-AD 29- Capernaum Lesson: PARABLE OF THE LOST SHEEP Scripture: Matthew 18:11-14 I believe that if you were to ask Jesus to give one reason for why He came to earth, He would wrap it all up with this one statement: 11 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost. This testimony by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Purity Principles Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 27, 2024

Based on several passages from Proverbs - Challenges hearers to immerse themselves in the wisdom of Proverbs to live a life of purity.

“PURITY PRINCIPLES” Prov. 2:16-19; 5; 6:20-7:27 FBCF – 5/26/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – The Bible: - Hebrews 4:12 – “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:16-19, Proverbs 5:5, Proverbs 7:6-21, Proverbs 5:15-20, Proverbs 4:23-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Lasting Legacy Of Faith Joshua 22:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 23, 2024

Joshua 22:24 is a passage that challenges us to think about the legacy of our faith and our commitment to God.

Building a Lasting Legacy of Faith Joshua 22:24 Introduction: Today, we are exploring Joshua 22:24, a passage that challenges us to think about the legacy of our faith and our commitment to God. As we dive into this scripture, we will uncover lessons about maintaining our faith, ensuring it is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:24, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Ephesians 4:3, Psalm 78:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Teachers, Reachers, Preachers And Bleachers

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 21, 2023

Although we will consider the individual spiritual gifts, I want us to examine a couple of other elements of these passages.

PURPOSE- Answering God’s call Key verses: Ephesians 4:11-13 11: And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists and some pastors and teachers. 12: for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, 13: till we all come to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Romans 12:4-8

Visionary View: Refreshment In The Valley Of Weeping (Psalm 84) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023

Psalm 84 is a beautiful passage that speaks of the longing for God's presence and the joy of dwelling in His house.

Visionary View: Refreshment in The Valley of Weeping Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, may God's grace and peace be upon you as we gather today to explore the profound wisdom and inspiration found in Psalm 84. Let us open our hearts to the Word of God and His message for our lives. Opening ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:5, Psalm 84:6, Psalm 84:10, Psalm 84:11, Psalm 84:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal