Sermons on When Faith Doesnt Make Sense:

For Unto Us A Child Is Born

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 13, 2019

What is the basis of our hope in an uncertain world?

For Unto Us a Child is Born Isaiah 9:1-7 There is a lot of good music sung at Christmas time. One of my favorites is Handel’s Messiah. Even though it isn’t only about Christmas, there is much glorious Christmas music in it. Several of the most memorable come from the Book of Isaiah. Comfort Ye My ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Isaiah 9:1-7, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 9:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Terrifying Victory

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

The mind cannot grasp all that Jesus went through on the cross, but we need to try because He went through it all for our salvation.

I remember learning a poem when I was a boy, which you will no doubt recognize. The first lines were, “Twinkle, twinkle little star, how I wonder what you are.” I have been told that this poem is out of date, for the scientifically educated modern child can say, “Twinkle, twinkle little star, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-51

A Terrifying Victory

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

Good Friday brings us to a subject where men of all ages stand in awe, for it brings us to the cross. Ever since that awesome event on Golgotha's hill men have looked at the cross and thought, "Wonder of wonders that Jesus loved me."

I remember learning a poem when I was a boy, which you will no doubt recognize. The first lines were, "Twinkle, twinkle little star, how I wonder what you are." I have been told that this poem is out of date, for the scientifically educated modern child can say, "Twinkle, twinkle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-51

Authority To Lay His Life And To Take It Back Again

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 18, 2016

To show that GOD the Son, the LORD JESUS CHRIST laid down His life for us so that we will have life as this is the instruction from GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Did CHRIST died for you? Yes while I am still helpless and His enemy Romans 5:8 (Amplified Bible) But God shows and clearly proves His [own] love for us by the fact that while we were still sinners, Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One) died for us. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: ...read more

Scripture: John 10:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord Of The Sabbath

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 29, 2018

What does keeping the Sabbath look like?

LORD of the Sabbath Mark 2:23-3:6 Jesus’ understanding of the Sabbath embroiled Him in a great deal of controversy, especially among the Pharisees and led to many disputes. “Sabbath” is the Hebrew word for “seventh.” It goes back to the beginning of Genesis where it says that God rested from His ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sacrificial Love Of God - Evening Service For Feb 18

Contributed by Michael Brown on Feb 17, 2024

This is the service I will be sharing at the evening Bible study tomorrow. It is about love & shows the great love God has for us & works its way to the love shown at the Cross at Easter. I used this formate because Easter is next month. It flows to the love we see at Easter.

We’re going to talk about LOVE again. • What are some characteristics of love? • Do you recall the first moment you felt that deep love for someone else? • What will we do for someone we love? • What did God do for the ones He loved? • Do we ever sacrifice things for loved ones? Put their ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Freedom From Your Strongholds Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 20, 2023

Based on 2 Cor. 10:1-6 - Challenges hearers to demolish the strongholds of sin in their lives.

“FINDING FREEDOM FROM YOUR STRONGHOLDS OF SIN” 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 FBCF – 2/19/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Martin Luther wrote these triumphant words in 1527: “A mighty fortress is our God A bulwark never failing Our Helper He amid the flood Of mortal ills prevailing.” But most of us feel like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline For The One-Sentence Prayers Of Nehemiah: Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 2, 2024

There are seven one-sentence prayers in the Book of Nehemiah. This outline lists each one and provides some thoughts about each one, followed by a conclusion.

Introduction: The Book of Nehemiah has a number of Nehemiah’s prayers, but certainly not all. Some, like the first, were several verses long; others, a little shorter, and then there were a number of one-sentence prayers. This outline cites the half-dozen or so of these very brief, very terse, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

Kenya 2024 Outreach

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 26, 2024

Stephen Akin-Olatunde and I were invited to preach in Kenya. We left on June 16, 2024 and returned on June 25. God blessed our ministry there.

OUTREACH TO KENYA 2024 Stephen Akin-Olatunde and I were invited to preach in Kenya. We left on June 16, 2024 and returned on June 25. MINISTRY ON THE WAY In the airports and planes we had remarkable opportunities to witness. I was waiting to board one plane and was eating an unusual ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Solomon's Idolatry (1 Kings 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 26, 2025

What is today's idolatry? Will wisdom and wealth help us? Let's look at 1 Kings 11.

Is obedience to God more important than wealth and wisdom? Can a wealthy and wise man become a fool? Is greed a form of idolatry? Let’s begin in 1 Kings 11. What did the wisest man on earth do that was very foolish? What was the result? How selfish was his polygamy, a lonely woman seeing her ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Judgment Against A Rebellious Nation Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 20, 2025

Jesus is either your Lord or your convenience, there is no middle ground here. The nation of Judah did not have Jesus (only a promise of Him to come); but now, He has become our only way and we must seek Him while we can!

Isaiah, Part 3 God’s judgment against a Rebellious Nation Isaiah 3:1-22 and Isaiah 4:1-6 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve come to worship with us! - Last week, we saw a very simple encouragement: God wanted us to: • Avoid the things that would bring us to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:1-22, Isaiah 4:1-6, Ezekiel 16:50, Leviticus 18:22, John 14:3, John 14:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mindset Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

Explore and understand the humility, obedience, and salvation of Jesus Christ and how we can emulate His selflessness in our lives.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I am thrilled to be with you here today to unpack the profound message given to us in Philippians 2:5-11. As Tim Keller once said, "Christ literally walked in our shoes and entered into our affliction. Those who will not help others until they are destitute ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Topics: Two Natures, Christ

Jesus, Our Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to understand and appreciate Jesus as our Good Shepherd who knows us, loves us, and willingly laid down His life for us, emphasizing the importance of fully trusting in Him as our protector, provider, and Savior.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive into a beautiful passage from the Gospel of John, where Jesus describes Himself as our Good Shepherd. Let's read from John 10:11-18: "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Topics: Power To Save, Power To Keep

Remaining In Christ

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 1, 2001

The key to lasting fruitfulness for the Kingdom of God is to remain connected with Christ

Remaining in Christ John 15:1-8 April 1, 2001 Morning Service Introduction In Hampton Court near London, there is a grapevine under glass; it is about 1,000 years old and has but one root which is at least two feet thick. Some of the branches are 200 feet long. Because of skillful cutting and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

You Have A Purpose

Contributed by Jonathan Thayer on Nov 19, 2003

This sermon is a broad look at the purpose of are lives. It starts with the most basic butmany times most over looked fact, that we do have a purpose.

This morning we will be talking about the purpose of are lives, if you have your bible turn to Psalms 138:8. What is purpose? Purpose is the very thing that drives us to do the things that we do in this world. For some it may be money, others the need for approval by others, for some family, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:8, Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ