Sermons on Act Of Trust:

"Praying...not Preying!" [part Three]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

In prayer we yield our lives and circumstances to the Lord and trust Him to act in His time and in His way.”

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, May 22, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying: The High Priestly Prayer” [Part Three] John 17:1-5 The “Lord’s Prayer”, which we recited earlier ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Empowered With A Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Explores the faith of Moses' parents, encouraging believers to trust in God's promises and act in faith, even in seemingly impossible circumstances.

Good morning, beloved family. It’s a joy to gather with you today, to share in the fellowship of our faith, and to turn our hearts toward the Word of God. Today, we are going to turn our attention to the second chapter of Exodus, where we find a story of remarkable courage, faith, and divine ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-9

Topics: Provoked, Pursue, Plan

Giving Back To God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 20, 2017

God expects us to give back a portion of our income.

Giving Back to God February 19, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God expects us to give back a portion of our income. Focus Passage: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Supplemental Passage: "Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing Me! But you say, 'How have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Dreams Go Down The Drain Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Oct 27, 2011

Looking at the life of Joseph being sold into slavery, how do we continue to trust God when our hopes, ambitions and dreams are shattered

TRUSTING GOD … WHEN YOUR DREAMS GO DOWN THE DRAIN! “When Joseph was seventeen years old, he often tended his father’s flocks. He worked for his half brothers, the sons of his father’s wives Bilhah and Zilpah. But Joseph reported to his father some of the bad things his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:2-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Bridge Over Troubled Water"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 14, 2014

A sermon about learning to trust in God.

John 14:1-14 "Bridge Over Troubled Water" Anthony Castellitto, a United Methodist Christian from New Jersey wrote the following for this past Wednesday's Upper Room Devotional: "Our son was diagnosed with autism when he was two years old. My wife noticed subtle changes in his behavior; ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Worry Will Be The Death Of You - If You Let It

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 19, 2014

We need to learn to trust Jesus in all we do

Worry will be the death of you - if you let it Mt. 10:24-39 Story: A business manager went on holiday to an island in Greece. One day, while he was on the beach, he was called up on his mobile phone by his secretary, wanting some help. He gave her some instructions and told her to call him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-29

Denomination: Anglican

Don’t Wrestle Just Nestle! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 14, 2014

We are not to get over worried. Leave the worrying to God. Commit your way to God. Roll everything onto Him. Do your duties and enjoy His blessings. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Lord Can Be Trusted (vs 1-11). (2). The Lord Understands Your Situation (vs 12-20). (3). The Lord Blesses His People (vs 21-31). (4). The Lord Judges The Wicked (vs 32-40) SERMON BODY: ill • I would guess that we are all familiar with the Dutch Christian Corrie ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Brethren

Nevertheless

Contributed by Wes Gunther on Mar 13, 2019

Christ prayed in the garden for the cup to pass - NEVERTHELSS - He prayed for God's will and not His own.

Nevertheless Christ in the Garden Luke 22:39-47 (text verse 42) 1. Peter when fishing – Luke 5:4-6 2. Biblical Examples When it will cost me everything – Daniel When no one will listen – Noah When my own family turns on me – Jeremiah When I don’t want to do it – Jonah When I was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:42, Luke 5:5-11

Go! And Trust In The Living God! - 1 Timothy 4:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 19, 2025

Every one of us is placing our hope in something. Some put their trust in wealth, some in status, others in relationships. But as followers of Christ, we are called to place our hope in the living God.

Go! And Trust in the Living God! - 1 Timothy 4:10 1 Timothy 4:10 (NLT)"This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers." Introduction Every one of us is placing our hope in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:10, Philippians 2:12-13, Hebrews 12:1, Psalm 42:5, Romans 15:13, John 3:16, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Job 3

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 16, 2019

Job had kept his hurt within himself because there was no one else with which to share it, but when three of his friends came to him, he finally began to vent. Chapter 3 shows us that when we are unable to understand God's reasons, we must still trust in His wisdom.

We have been talking about the book of JOB, which some scholars believe to be the oldest book of the bible, and written by Moses as he wandered the deserts. So far, in chapters 1 and 2, we see where Satan got permission from God to attack Job. The only stipulation was that Satan would not cause ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:1-26, Philippians 4:13, Acts 16:25

Denomination: *other

Learn To Identify Seasons.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 25, 2023

THERE IS A SEASON, A PURPOSE TO DAILY LIFE. Seasons come, seasons go... be ready to change and grow. Victory can be measures in different ways.

DO WE IDENTIFY SEASONS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) TEXT: Ecclesiastes 3:1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3, Isaiah 55:8, Acts 12:7-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Mind Blowing Experience!

Contributed by Cathy Mangum on Mar 19, 2004

This sermon deals with the results of our faith and trust in God.

A MIND BLOWING EXPERIENCE! Acts 12:5-11 Acts 12 5So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was earnestly praying to God for him. 6The night before Herod was to bring him to trial, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries stood guard at the entrance. 7Suddenly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Give Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God wants us to take care of our money and be generous with it. Generosity is the opposite of greed and worshiping money. It doesn't matter how much money we have, we can all be generous.

Let's do a little experiment. I have here a $20 bill. Who wants it? (Pause for response) Okay, now what if I crumple it up? Still want it? (Pause for response) What if I step on it, make it dirty? Still want it? (Pause for response) Of course, you do! Because no matter what I do to it, it's still ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Topics: Charitable Acts, Selfishness, Altruism, Wealth Accumulation

Suddenly…

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 31, 2016

Did you ever notice something and it seems so suddenly new, but then you discover that it's always been there. The only thing different is, that you finally became aware of it.

Suddenly... Psalms 65:11 NKJ 11 You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance. Did you ever notice something and it seems so suddenly new, but then you discover that it's always been there. The only thing different is, that you finally became aware of it. It's kind of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:11, Acts 16:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enter Into Rest

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 25, 2025

Sabbath rest is entering Christ’s presence with trust. Because Jesus already finished the work, we can finally rest in His grace.

Introduction — A World That Teaches Us To Be Exhausted A photographer snapping pictures of first graders was making small talk. He asked a little girl, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” She thought about all the busy adults in her life and answered one word: “Tired.” Our culture has ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:9-11, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 3:19, Hebrews 12:18-24, Acts 7:55-60  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist