Resources on Gregory Asimakoupoulos

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

Greg Asimakoupoulos' story of the rescue of trapped miners illustrates how what we regard as setbacks can be used by God for our good, as in Isaiah 38:17.

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Hope, Providence, God's Will

Inventor of Etch A Sketch Gave Us a Picture of Forgiveness

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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Greg Asimakoupoulos explains how the Etch A Sketch illustrates Christ’s power to cleanse us from sin.

Psalms 51:1-7, 130:3-4; Isaiah 1:18 Acts 2:38, 5:31, 10:43, 13:38, 26:18

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Forgiveness, Grace, Sin, Atonement

Stowaway in Cargo Box

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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Greg Asimakoupoulos' story of a man who shipped himself in a box with little regard for dangers can illustrate how many people "give little forethought to their trip into eternity," as in Luke 12:18-20.

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Death, Folly, Preparation, Eternity

Actor Who Played Jesus Gets Shunned by Hollywood

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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Greg Asimakoupoulos relates how Jim Caviezel took a role to honor Jesus regardless of the cost - even within the motion picture industry - illustrating 2 Timothy 1:8, 1 Peter 4:16, 2 Timothy 1:12, and similar...

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Culture, Evangelism, Courage, Faithfulness

When You Feel Boiled in Oil

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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With themes on adversity, affliction, and sanctification, this illustration by Greg Asimakoupoulos compares tribulations to a Krispy Kreme conveyor belt that produces delicious results, and is appropriate for Hebrews 12:7-13.

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Trial, Suffering, Perseverance, Illustration

Ask

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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An illustration by Greg Asimakoupoulos about Robert White, a young boy who wrote to President Kennedy with surprising results. Appropriate for James 4:2 and sermons on prayer.

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Prayer, Boldness, Courage

Beethoven's Unknowing Self-Poisoning

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The cause of Beethoven's death reveals how, in both the physical and spiritual worlds, people often do not know what is hurting them. A sermon illustration by Greg Asimakoupoulos for Hosea 4:6 or Haggai 1:3-10.

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Ludwig Van Beethoven, Poison, Illustration, Self-condemnation

Our Comforting Shepherd

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This story, about a shepherd comforting his flock in a war zone, illustrates how God's care for his children. (Cf., Psalm 23; John 10:11-15; Hebrews 13:20-21; Jude 24-25)

Psalm 23; John 10:11-15 Hebrews 13:20-21

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Trust, Jesus, Comfort, Shepherd

Relating to Sopranos' Regret

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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This illustration seeks to explain why "The Sopranos," a story about modern day gangsters, was a successful TV series. Appropriate for Genesis 3:6-7; 4:6-7; and Romans 1:28-32; 7:21-24.

Genesis 3:6-7, 4:6-7; Romans 1:28-32, 7:21-24

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Guilt, Sin, Fall

Mother Regrets Beating Her Child

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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This story, about a remorseful mother who had beaten her child, illustrates how, apart from Christ, sin makes us capable of doing the unthinkable. Appropriate for Romans 7:21-25; Galatians 5:19-21; and Ephesians 4:17-24.

Romans 7:21-25; Galatians 5:19-21 Ephesians 4:17-24

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Guilt, Mother, Violence, Children

Persistence Save Trapped Miners

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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When nine Pennsylvania miners were trapped 240 feet underground, the perseverance of their rescuers led to their miraculous rescue. (Cf., Psalm 144:7; Proverbs 14:23; Galatians 6:9-10; Colossians 4:17)

Psalm 144:7; Proverbs 14:23 Galatians 6:9-10

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Leadership, Evangelism, Church

Cost of Burnhams' Freedom

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Freedom from sin is free, but it is not cheap. This story about a kidnapped missionary couple reminds us that freedom often comes at a great cost. (Cf., Galatians 2:20; Colossians 1:19-20; and 1 Peter 1:18-19)

Galatians 2:20; Colossians 1:19-20 1 Peter 1:18-19

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Death, Redemption, Sacrifice, Freedom

Twin Towers Survivor Secure in God's Hands

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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This story about a 9/11 Twin Towers survivor who experienced God's presence in the rubble, is appropriate for Psalms 18:4-6, 63:8, 130:1-2; and Jonah 2:1-9.

Psalms 18:4-6, 63:8, 130:1-2; Jonah 2:1-9

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Faith, God's Faithfulness, God's Presence, Security In God

George Bush Senior Approves

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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Describing George Bush Sr's approval of George W. Bush following a ceremony marking a national day of prayer and remembrance, this sermon illustration for Matthew 3:16-17 demonstrates a father's blessing.

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Father, God, Blessing, Honor

Hostage Missionaries in God's Care

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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This story about missionaries who were killed while being held hostage by rebels is appropriate for Psalms 27:1-6; 31:14-16; 91:1-2; and 100:1-2.

Psalms 27:1-6, 31:14-16, 91:1-2, 100:1-2

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Hope, Prayer, Providence, Persecution

Schwarzenegger's Sacrifice

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A man discovers new faith after being moved by an example of sacrificial love depicted in the movie "Terminator 2."

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Conversion, Hope, Love, Sacrifice

Journalist David Bloom's Faith

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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David Bloom, a popular NBC News reporter, died while covering the war in Iraq. His last email to his wife reveals what he treasured the most. An illustration of priorities for Psalm 73:25 and John 17:3.

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Faith, Family, Marriage, Meaning Of Life

13-year-old Freezes on National Anthem

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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This story, about a coach who helped a girl remember the words to the Star Bangled Banner, illustrates the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers. (Cf., John 14:25-26; 16:13-14; and Romans 8:26-27)

John 14:25-26, 16:13-14; Romans 8:26-27

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Fear, Kindness, Salvation, Singing

Glory Follows Suffering

Gregory Asimakoupoulos | Preaching Today

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An illustration of victory after perseverance and suffering, taken from World War II. Appropriate for sermons on Romans 8:17 and Revelation.

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Suffering, Glory, Persecution, Future Life

Prisoner Gets Freedom by Asking

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This sermon illustration for Hebrews 5:7, Proverbs 8:17, or John 14:13 demonstrates that to receive salvation through Christ, we only have to ask humbly for our freedom from sin through forgiveness.

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Freedom, Forgiveness Of Sin, Salvation