Sermons on Ask To Receive:

Listening And Doing

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 14, 2009

James asks his readers, us included, to listen to God and to each other carefully, and to put the word of God into practice.

The story is told of American President Franklin Roosevelt, who often endured long receiving lines at the White House. He complained that no one really paid any attention to what was said. One day, during a reception, he decided to try an experiment. To each person who passed down the line and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Anglican

"Covenant Of Grace"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 2, 2004

God made a contract with us, and we had no role in it, except to receive the benefits. It is a covenant of grace. A Palm sunday sermon.

Abram had just won a great victory. His nephew, Lot, had been taken captive, along with his entire family, servants and goods, by four kings and their armies; and with 318 men, Abram had chased them down, defeated them, and brought back the hostages. Then in a separate victory of sorts, Abram ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Orthodox

Christ's Messenger On Patmos Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 17, 2016

The analysis of Christ's messenger on Patmos as set forth in Revelation 1:9-11 shows us how he received the message.

Scripture At the end of August, I started a series of messages that I have titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches.” It is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. These chapters deal with Christ’s message to seven churches that were located in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Learning From Life's Setbacks

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Aug 26, 2014

Lessons can be learned from Life's Setbacks; Receiving Healing God's Way; When human power isn't enough;

Learning from Life’s Setbacks II Kings 5:1-14 There are lessons to be learned by the setbacks in our lives. An excellent study of setbacks is found in the story of Naaman, the leper, where there are specific events and decisions that can be applied to our times and lives. The setting is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Come To The Table

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 8, 2010

Like Mephibosheth we were crippled, expecting death, but we come to the presence of the KING and receive mercy and grace. Come and Eat.

Come to the Table 2 Samuel 9:1-11 1 John 3:1- “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” The Bible seems to abound in difficult names- names like “Ne-bu-chad-nez-zar” and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Friend Of God Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Jul 18, 2022

Would YOU be willing to go anywhere God wanted you to go? Would YOU be willing to do anything God asked you to do? What would happen if God asked YOU to trust Him day by day as He showed you from the Bible what to do?

Introduction: Would YOU be willing to go anywhere God wanted you to go? Would YOU be willing to do anything God asked you to do? What would happen if God asked YOU to trust Him day by day as He showed you from the Bible what to do? Abraham was a man of faith. He had to live by faith. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God Finally Speaks

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 24, 2024

For 37 Chapters we hear what Job was going through, the counsel he would receive, and God does not answer at all

TITLE: GOD FINALLY SPEAKS SCRIPTURE: JOB 38 (This is not an original sermon, it was gleaned from various ministers and redeveloped on some portions, it is designed that you can use all of the manuscript or move around to fit your particular style) If you could be transported back in time by the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Encouragement 1 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 10, 2008

Exposition of Acts 18:1-17 broken up into two messages about the encouragement Paul received from God in Corinth

Text: Acts 18:1-17, Title: Divine Encouragement, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/9/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about the saints that experienced depression and discouragement: Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Job, Elijah, Jeremiah, Spurgeon, and Luther—talk about his wife telling him God is dead. B. Background ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Question About Servanthood Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 5, 2006

Jessu continues asking questions of his disciples, this one deals with serving, the open illustration is a great tension building activity

This morning we are going to start our message off a little differently then normal. Since we are talking about servanthood, I thought it would be appropriate to wash one another¡¦s feet. In just a few moments men and women will be coming in with towels and basins, we will start from the outside ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deeper And Deeper Into Commitment To God's Kingdom

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jan 15, 2011

Based on Ezekiel's vision we are asked to prayerfully consider how 'deep' we are into the ways and service of God and His kingdom.

OT reading: Ezekiel 47: 1-6 (especially v.6) SERMON – Deeper and deeper; (the level of our commitment). Chapters 40 to 48 of the Book of Ezekiel contain accounts of visions God showed the Prophet in the 25th year of Israel's exile in Babylon. Some of the visions were to remind the Jews of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revive Us Again, O God!

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 18, 2015

This is a sermon about a young king who loved the Lord. His name was Josiah. It is about revival and what is necessary to receive revival.

(The video of this sermon can be seen by going to ... www.cowetanazarene.org/videos.html) I wonder if it would be possible for one or two young boys to teach us such valuable lessons that would not only impact our very lives, but impact the future of a nation? And if they could, what would that ...read more

Denomination: *other

Living In The Kingdom

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006

Jesus came into this earthly domain, ruled by the powers of darkness, and offered to all who were willing to receive - the benefits of His world.

Living in the Kingdom Text: Matthew 3:1-8 Introduction: Think about this: "Most Christians repent enough to get forgiven, but not enough to see the Kingdom." Now think about what John was saying: "Repent, because the kingdom of heaven has come near!" A modern translation puts it: "Turn to God and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Ready - Or Not? #2 Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 3, 2008

A SERMON FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT: John the Baptist’s call to prepare the way, that we may receive and welcome Jesus the Christ

Mark 1:1-8 ‘Ready – or Not? #2’ In different ways, we all know the importance of signs and symbols. They point us in the right direction, give us instruction, and help us avoid making mistakes. We might be washing our clothes, and looking at the label inside to tell us what temperature to wash ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 31, 2011

We list five steps into living in the Kingdom of God. It is a good outline to receiving Salvation from our Lord Jesus Christ.

Living in the Kingdom of God John 3:1-8 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

How Rich Is Your Soil?

Contributed by Michael Brown on Nov 8, 2018

Teaches about the Parable of the Sower where Jesus tells His disciples about how the Word of God will be received & what it will produce

How Rich is Your Soil? In several instances Jesus gave lessons by telling stories called “parables” because they required some thought to fully understand. The lessons were intended for the people who were truly wanting to know more of the Kingdom of God. He wasn't interested in those who came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist