Sermons on When Jesus Shows Up:

When Jesus Said "thank You" Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 25, 2019

Four times in the Gospels, Jesus thanked God for something. Here's how to follow His example

Part Two: When Jesus Said “Thank You” This coming Thursday, we celebrate Thanksgiving. We love thanksgiving. We love the travel. We love the food. We love the triptophen that makes all the men fall asleep watching football. How many of you know which President made Thanksgiving a federal ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-11, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Luke 10:17-21, John 11:38-44, Mark 14:17-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Coming

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

"When you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near." - Luke 21:31

Jesus Is Coming Back Very Soon "When you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near." - Luke 21:31 No one can tell us with certainty what tomorrow’s weather will be except the one who causes it – God – ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:31

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus Used The Word To Correct False Teaching Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 6, 2018

When confronted with a question that showed people were following a false premise, Jesus uses the Word in an attempt to correct the false teaching, therefore, correcting the false premise.

INTRODUCTION’ • SLIDE #1 • We live in a society is that is becoming increasingly intolerant of Christianity. Now, with that said, I do not want to come unhinged and make it sound like 2018 in the United States is the worst time in history to be a Christian. • All I am saying is that for a society ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Unthinkable Happens: What Would Jesus Do? Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Aug 13, 2024

In these times of overwhelming uncertainty and fear, Christians often ask, "What would Jesus do?" By examining the Bible, we can gain insights into how Jesus responded to crises and how we can emulate His actions and attitudes.

Title: When the Unthinkable Happens: What Would Jesus Do? Text: Psalm 46:1-3 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dwell In Jesus The Vine

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015

To show that only dwelling in JESUS can make your fruit last and you will bear much fruit.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you dwell in JESUS? Yes, specially when I'm alone, I pray in tongues. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only dwelling in JESUS can make your fruit last and you will bear much fruit. IV. TEXT: John 15:4-5 (Amplified Bible) 15:4 Dwell in Me, and I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Your Soul Talks Back

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

When your soul talks back with despair, answer it with Spirit-filled faith — stir up the gift and praise your God again.

There are moments in life when faith feels like it’s lost its soundtrack. You still know the words, you still come to church, you still bow your head for prayer — but inside, something has gone quiet. You’re mouthing the lines of faith, yet your soul isn’t singing along. That’s what Psalm 42 feels ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 8:11, 1 Peter 1:6-8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Listening To Jesus

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Jun 11, 2021

want to show you, from this text, what can happen in the lives of Christians who get too busy, even doing the Lord’s work, to stop and spend time at feet of Jesus.

Listening to Jesus (Luke 10: 38-42) Introduction: In our text, Jesus was visiting His good friends Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Martha was busy preparing for their guest. Mary was just sitting at the feet of Jesus listening to Him teach. Which one was doing the most important thing? (See v 42) I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Step Up To A New Level Of Giving Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 24, 2009

Far too often we do NOT give as we should and we harm our witness and God’s work when we are disobedient!

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 21, 2009 Date Preached: October 25, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Steppin’ UP to the Next Level Sermon Title: Steppin’ UP to a new level of Giving… Sermon Text: 2 Cor 9:1-15 [NKJV] Introduction: I once heard of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Name Of Jesus Creates A Strong Response

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 30, 2008

People can talk about virtually anything, but when you bring up the name of Jesus, it creates such strong response. People are either drawn near or they are repelled. Why? Because the very name of Jesus has power and when His Word is spoken it has authori

I don’t know about you, but Hollywood ticks me off. A relatively small number of directors and producers through TV and movies depict, portray and even promote their view of what America is and how it should be. I wonder if they ever get out of their glass bubble and see how most of us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Baptist

Raising The Roof: Sickness Down, Dander Up

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 29, 2009

It will be necessary to do some unusual things that will raise the anger of some Christians and will not be understood in the larger community. But the bottom line is getting help to those who need it.

Several years ago, when housing prices began to shoot up into the stratosphere, we began to see something new in my neighborhood. We saw many of the houses being opened up from the top, and then construction of new second stories or new dormers or even decks and balconies, way up high. What was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Whole And At Peace: Get Up!

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 2, 2009

Funeral message for Launer Jones: Help comes from hope, not fear. Life comes from trust, not anxiety. A concerned family who did all they could turned to Jesus, and He will not disappoint.

It might have been a cold, gray morning, that day when Jairus did what a desperate father had to do. A cold, gray morning, made all the more bleak because a little girl lay dying. Only twelve years old she was, full of promise, full of life, the apple of her father’s eye, and so much in love with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

When Christ Returns Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Jesus says in effect, “You can be certain I’ll return but you can’t predict when I’ll return.

This is the first sermon in a series of messages on Jesus’ vision of the last days. And it’s just in time for school to kick off both here and in Northwest ISD. What comes to mind when you think of the End of Time? Judgment, the Four Horsemen, the Antichrist, or perhaps even 666? People have an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

When You’re With Jesus, Expect Surprises

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 5, 2015

Have you ever noticed that Jesus often does things that we don’t expect him to do? Take the stories we read in Mark 7:24-37, for example. He does two things that we don’t expect him to do.

Have you ever noticed that Jesus often does things that we don’t expect him to do? Take the stories we read in Mark 7:24-37, for example. He does two things that we don’t expect him to do. First, Jesus gave an uncharacteristically rude and abrupt reply to the woman’s request for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Anglican

Never Give Up, Never Surrender Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

Paul shows how to return and keep moving—admitting we haven’t arrived, forgetting what holds us, and pressing on toward Christ (Philippians 3:12–16). The direction is the point: let go of past wins and wounds, lean forward, and run because Christ already holds you.

Last week, we kicked off our series "Back At It," and we talked about how Jesus meets us where we are, even when we've drifted back to our old ways. We looked at the story of Jesus cooking breakfast for His disciples on the shore, calling them back to their true purpose. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Jesus Christ, The "Messiah”? (2) Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 13, 2012

Just what do you think when Jesus performed MIRACLES such as, HEALING, RAISING the DEAD to LIFE, etc… The MESSIAH came to bring GOOD NEWS to the BROKEN HEARTED, to ENCOURAGE the OPPRESSED and those that are PERSECUTED, to INSPIRE the HOPELESS, to lift up

Just What do You Think, SAVIOR? “And He said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you… that ALL THINGS must be FULFILLED , which were written in the Law of Moses, and in the Prophets, and in the Psalms, concerning me. Then opened He their understanding, that they MIGHT ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:22-47

Denomination: *other