Sermons on Abandoned:

God Heard The Voice Of The Lad

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002

In a world where youth are crying everyday because of parental abandonment and life’s pressures, it is good to know that God hears the voice of the lad.

Introduction: In our text, Abraham is torn between two families. He loved both Ishmael and Isaac. But as often is the case, he had to choose. Thus, he choose Sarah and Isaac. Reluctantly he sent Hager and Ishmael away. In great pain and depression, Hager ended up in the wilderness of Beersheba with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sovereign And Shepherd

Contributed by Peter Scott on Jan 2, 2014

To a people then who appear to be staring into the abyss of defeat and exile, Isaiah comes with words to comfort - to tell them that God has not abandoned them.

Isaiah 40.1-11 Sovereign and Shepherd If you know Charles Dickens novel Little Dorritt you will remember that the story revolves around the experience of Amy Dorritt and her father who is living in Marshallsea prison. Like many people in Victorian England, Little Dorritt’s father had been ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Hopelessness In Despair

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Mar 19, 2019

When you have a feeling of hopelessness and in despair, remember the Love of God and how He never abandon's or forsakes you.

With all that we have faced so far together, I wanted to make sure all my Brothers and Sisters remember one thing… do not lose hope! We have been riddled with sickness, disease, death and despair within this past year. Much sadness has been felt by all and many tears have been shed. As ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Listen To Christ Always

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 9, 2023

As a nation we are abandoning the moral law written into our hearts by God. It’s almost too much to hear it without weeping.

Nineteenth Sunday in Course Year A 2023 St. Paul had a big problem. He’s putting together the first real systematic theology of salvation in his letter to the Church at Rome, but he’s run into a wall. Paul is a Jew, an observant Jew, but he has come to believe in Jesus as Son of God and Messiah of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5, Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Catholic

God Of Completion Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

God is not a God who begins something and abandons it halfway. He is the God of Completion—faithful to finish every good work He begins.

GOD OF COMPLETION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 1:6 Supporting Texts: Genesis 2:1-2, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalm 138:8, John 19:30, Revelation 21:6 INTRODUCTION: God is not a God who begins something and abandons it halfway. He is the God of Completion—faithful to finish every good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Search

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 18, 2019

Though every situation is different, God wants the lost to be found; your burden is not yours alone. This message is to encourage those of us burdened for lost or straying family and dear friends.

The Search (Luke 15:1-10; Psalm 139:7-12) 1. C Ryle writes this: We may use all means, by but we cannot command success. We may teach, but we cannot convert. We may show those around us the bread and water of life, but we cannot make them eat and drink it. We may point out the way to eternal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of Love And Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 11, 2024

Love is a profound and complex emotion, often considered the greatest virtue in the Bible.

Love is a profound and complex emotion, often considered the greatest virtue in the Bible. However, when love is misused or manipulated, it can lead to hurtful actions like cheating, betrayal, and abandonment. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical teachings on love and faithfulness, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:20, Hebrews 13:4

Feeling Left Out Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 11, 2025

Feeling left out is painful, but it is not the end of your story. You are loved, seen, and chosen by the Almighty God. He has written your name in the palm of His hand and included you in His divine agenda. No man’s rejection can cancel God’s calling on your life.

FEELING LEFT OUT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 27:10 “When my father and my mother forsake me, then the LORD will take me up.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 49:15-16, Hebrews 13:5, John 14:18, Genesis 37:18-28, 1 Peter 2:9-10 INTRODUCTION: Feeling left out is a painful emotional experience ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leaving The Past Behind

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Though the past cannot be changed, it should not be allowed to control our present or determine our future.

LEAVING THE PAST BEHIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Hebrews 12:1, Genesis 19:17, Luke 9:62 INTRODUCTION: Many believers carry the weight of their past into their walk with God. This weight may be in the form of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Letting Go Of Personal Ambition For God’s Agenda Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

Ambition in itself is not evil. However, when personal ambition is allowed to override God's agenda, it leads to division, betrayal, and destruction.

LETTING GO OF PERSONAL AMBITION FOR GOD’S AGENDA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 3:1-39 Supporting Texts: James 3:14-17, Philippians 2:3-8, Proverbs 16:2, Psalm 75:6-7, Romans 12:10 INTRODUCTION: Ambition in itself is not evil. However, when personal ambition is allowed to override ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:1-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Uses The Rejected Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The story of the lepers teaches us that no one is too broken, too rejected, or too far gone to be used by God. Divine purpose is not confined by human labels or limitations.

WHEN GOD USES THE REJECTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Isaiah 61:1-3; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:13 INTRODUCTION: This portion of 2 Kings 7 introduces us to four leprous men—men rejected by society, dwelling at the entrance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Forgetting God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 28, 2025

Failing to pass faith to the next generation leads to spiritual decline and bondage.

THE DANGER OF FORGETTING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 2 Key verse: Judges 2:10 (KJV) “And also all that generation were gathered unto their fathers: and there arose another generation after them, which knew not the LORD, nor yet the works which he had done for ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Failure Hits Home Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Aug 16, 2007

When we face failure, God will not abandon us, He wants to restore us, He can still use us and teach us.

Introduction When I was in high school I was on the swim team. As the years went by I became reasonably successful. In fact somewhere I have a small bag filled with medals I won during my swimming career. But if I looked at those medals today I’d be hard pressed to tell you anything about the swim ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Righteously In The Midst Of An Unrighteous Generation

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009

PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to seek a revelation or vision from God for their lives which will cause them to abandon sin and allow God to sanctify their hearts.

I. THE SCRIPTURE EMPHASIZES THE NECESSITY OF HAVING AN ONGOING REVELATION AND VISION CONCERNING GOD v.7,10 7. So the people served the Lord all the days of Joshua, and all the days of the elders who outlived Joshua, who had seen all the great works of the Lord which He had done for Israel. 10. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-19

Denomination: Nazarene

A Long Time Series

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on May 16, 2009

When God seems to have abandoned us for a long time we need to trust, looking forwards and backwards to times of blessing, as David did.

What is a long time? A year? Ten years? A hundred years? A thousand years? The answer to this question is ’it all depends’. We live in an increasingly impatient world; we want and expect everything NOW, just like spoiled children. I was like that on Thursday afternoon when I was in a huge hurry ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army