Sermons on Apple Of Gods Eye:

Is The God You Worship A Happy God?

Contributed by Robbie Phillips on Jul 21, 2009

Rejoice in God (as He does in you)

Is the God you worship a happy God? “Then I will go to the altar of God, to God my exceeding joy; and I will praise you…” Psalm 43:4 “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hand Of God

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

God communicates to a prophet in many different ways. One time by the word, another via the Spirit, yet another via the voice above the expanse, etc.

In the book of Ezekiel, God speaks to Ezekiel in a variety of ways. 1) The word of the Lord came 2) The hand of the Lord was on me 3) The Spirit lifted me up. 4) The Spirit entered me 5) The voice above the expanse said to me. 6) The Lord God said to me. 7) Son of man, stand up on your feet 8) The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:22

God Is Gracious

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 10, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD Gracious to you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove GOD's graciousness 4 ways using this text: Ezra 9:8 IV. TEXT: Ezra 9:8 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “But now we have been gi

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD Gracious to you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove GOD's graciousness 4 ways using this text: Ezra 9:8 IV. TEXT: Ezra 9:8 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “But now we have been given a brief moment of grace, for the Lord our God has ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

“what Is That To You? Follow Me”

Contributed by Silas Eke on Feb 26, 2015

We should accept it as axiomatic that God’s dealings with our fellow-disciples are no concern of ours. Our business is to watch our motives carefully, to keep our eyes on the Lord whom we follow, and not to look over our shoulders at others.

Tested saints in all ages have been prone to complain like Israel: “the way of the Lord is not equal” (Ezekiel 18:29). Some of God’s dealings seem to contradict our innate sense of fairness; and instead of faithfully discharging our responsibilities, we are tempted to look over ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are Not God! Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

1. When speaking of fellow believers, seek to edify and not to judge. 2. When making plans acknowledge that God alone is in control.

James 4:11–17 Do not speak evil against one another, brothers. The one who speaks against a brother or judges his brother, speaks evil against the law and judges the law. But if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law but a judge. 12There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, He who is able to ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is God Hidden? Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 17, 2001

An exploration of the reasons why God seems hidden when we go through adversity and how we can build our trust in him despite it all.

Introduction: There are three ancient questions that are as current as this morning’s news. I call them the “Three Questions No One Asks Out Loud.” 1. Is God unfair? 2. Is God silent? 3. Is God hidden? Plunging into these questions is not simply an intellectual exercise. They are vital issues in ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:20-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Fingerprints Of God

Contributed by Ian Whitmore on Aug 1, 2024

To God you are everything. His fingerprints are all over you. He created you. He formed you. He took the time to make who you are. Every single piece of you. Not just a couple here and there. He made all of you.

Text: Psalm 19 Each of us has a fingerprint. If you look at the end of your fingers you can see these outlines and shapes that make up our fingerprint. Those fingerprints reveal who we are because no two fingerprints are alike. My fingerprint is completely different from everyone in this room ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Being In The Center Of God's Will

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 6, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE POWER OF BEING IN THE CENTER OF GOD’S WILL AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1.PURPOSE 2.PLAN 3.PROTECTION 4.PATRONAGE 5.PRAYER 6.PRAISE 7.POWER

THE POWER OF BEING IN THE CENTER OF GOD’S WILL ****************************************************** OUTLINE 1.PURPOSE 2.PLAN 3.PROTECTION 4.PATRONAGE 5.PRAYER 6.PRAISE 7.POWER THE MESSAGE THE POWER OF BEING IN THE CENTER OF GOD’S WILL ****************************************************** ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Of God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 3, 2013

Elisha followed a course of three steps in all this. Prayer, Faith and Obedience. We may face situations beyond our reserves but never beyond God's resources.

Opening illustration: In the New York City subway, two youths robbed a well-dressed man who appeared to be asleep in his seat. Suddenly the whole car came alive! The victim turned out to be a decoy, and the passengers who jumped up from their seats were police officers. With lightning speed they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing God

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Jan 25, 2007

This study will encourage the Christian to get to know God in a more intimate way; And mature in faith

KNOWING GOD Ephesians 1:15-23 1. (15-16) Paul’s statement of prayer and declaration of thanksgiving. Therefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, do no cease to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers: When Paul hears of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Ark Of Safety

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 8, 2003

Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord, and God provided him a ark of safety. Jesus is our Ark of Safety to keep us safe from the floodwaters of judgment.

The Ark of Safety Gen 6:1-22 I know that this is a familiar story to you....but there are alot of lessons we can learn from the story of Noah & The Ark. 1. Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark. 2. Stay fit. When you’re 600 years old, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Live Carefully (Cities Of Refuge; Numbers 35:1-34; Joshua 20:1-9) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

In God's eyes, it's really hard to accidentally kill someone. He places a high value on human life-- do we?

Sometimes in life, one will person will kill another. Sometimes, this is deliberate-- it's murder. Other times, it's an accident. Two people are out cutting down trees, and one person accidentally drops a tree onto the other. You kill him. You're out driving, and someone steps out ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9, Numbers 35:1-34

Hard Things To Understand

Contributed by James May on Jun 2, 2024

There are many hard to understand words in the Bible, but all of it can be understood if we will allow the Spirit of God to dwell in us and open the eyes of our understanding, and then receive it as Truth.

Hard Things to Understand Many people in the world reject the truths of God’s word simply because they find it impossible to understand. Although there have been many translations and versions created in order to help us read the word, because even in the church you would find that multitudes of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rediscovering Gratitude Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 28, 2024

When we understand our worth in God's eyes, we can be grateful for the many blessings that come our way, no matter how small.

Rediscovering Gratitude Introduction: When we understand our worth in God's eyes, we can be grateful for the many blessings that come our way, no matter how small. Scripture Mark 10:46-52 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers It’s easy to overlook the small blessings that surround ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Other

Experiencing God

Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Jul 23, 2008

Job goes through terrible suffering, but finally God speaks.

EXPERIENCING GOD JOB 42:1-6 WEEK 3 INTRODUCTION 1. I’m curious this morning about some of the things the Lord may have been speaking to you through His Word. Have you found yourself making observations and application the scriptures? 2. REPEAT: a. Everyday with you Lord is sweeter then the day ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal