Sermons on Asking God:

What .. Is.. That.. Series

Contributed by Johnny Boatfield on Feb 22, 2017

Short Message on Accessing the word of God for my Middle School Class

Tell me some of your favorite restaurants..Not like fast food though, most everyone here likes McDonalds and Taco Bell….Tell me about the restaurants that you love going to. What kind of food do they serve? is it a different nationality? OK, now has anyone ever been adventurous enough go to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

My Desire

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 3, 2015

What are you seeking after? What is the desire of your heart?

John 1:35-39 (NKJV) 35 Again, the next day, John stood with two of his disciples. 36 And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, "Behold the Lamb of God!" 37 The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. 38 Then Jesus turned, and seeing them following, said to them, "What do ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Worth Living Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 16, 2010

A message which speaks of asking and receiving.

A Life Worth Living James 1:3-8 * There is a story of two garment workers in New York City. One was a cutter and one was a stitcher. They were working side by side. They got to talking about vacations. One said he was looking forward to his vacation and the other said he was not going on a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing What God Wants Me To Do

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2008

We become very anxious and get frustrated with very small and big decisions of our life. We may go to the extent of adopting worldly methods to take those decisions.We may - Ask God to give us immediate sign - Fast - Flip a coin - Go by Feelings - Dream -

How can I Know what God wants me to do? Romans 11: 33 – 36 Introduction: Most often we are in a dilemma while making small or big decisions in our lives. We may ask the following questions- 1. Will God send me a clear signal? 2. Will I get some sort of special feeling? 3. What if there is no ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is God Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 2, 2002

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Back To The Basics". This sermon asks the question, "Who is God?"

Sunday Evening October 27, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Back To The Basics” [#3] SLIDE 12 WHO IS GOD? Psalm 19 Introduction: Psalm 19 1. When David looked up and saw how beautiful that God’s creation was he burst into praise to God. 2. Down through the years men have wanted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting On God

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 26, 2008

Sometimes God asks us to wait and be patient. What do we do in the meantime?

- How are you at waiting? - They say that patience is a virtue. I know a lot of people that are not very virtuous then. I am one of them. - I do not like to wait one iota - However, I am working on it. I’m starting a group called Impatient Anonymous. THE MEETING IS BEGINNING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Hearing God's Voice

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

Believers often ask, "What is God’s will for me?"

“HEARING GOD’S VOICE ” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 10:1-27 Believers often ask, "What is God’s will for me?" What do we actually mean when we say we want to know the will of God? It means we want to know His plan for our lives. We want His guidance in ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-27

Running With A Vision

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Sep 2, 2004

When we ask God to give us a vision for our church there are some things we must do. This message points out these things.

Running With a Vision Habakkuk 2:1-4 I. Running With Vision Begins With Praying and Waiting (v.1) A. We Must Inquire of God (Hab. 1:2-17) B. We Must Have Patience (v. 1a) C. We Must Listen (v. 1b) D. We Must Be Prepared to Answer (v. 1c) II. Running With Vision Has Requirements (v. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Cost Of A King Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 24, 2022

Israel demanded a king and rejected God as their king. God made a new covenant with King David. In David’s offspring a king would rule forever. Israel rejected God but they did not thwart his sovereign purposes for man. In Jesus Christ both the Sinai covenant and David’s covenant are fulfilled.

It is tragic when we give something more priority than we give God. Sporting events can develop character and teach young people positive lessons but if that sport ever came between that person and God, it is wrong. Even humanitarian projects which are serving human need in a ministry, if they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says No

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jul 19, 2011

A classic sermon by Adrian Rogers that asks the question, "Why would God say no to prayer?"

This sermon from the Adrian Rogers Legacy Library © 2010 Rogers Family Trust. Used by permission. www.pastortraining.com www.adrianrogerslibrary.com Introduction Be finding the book of James, it's back toward the back of the New Testament and turn to chapter 4 and when you've found it, look up ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-4, James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Fair?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 10, 2006

To answer the question, we also have to ask: 1. Is God just? 2. Is God impartial? 3. Is God fair?

Life is not fair. Most of us understand that. It was not fair that some children died at birth or had crippling diseases, and I have been allowed to live and enjoy good health. It was not fair that some were born with cerebral palsy and I was able to grasp difficult concepts and get passing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Methodist

Go! And... Ask The Hard Questions: What If Christianity Is A Lie? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025

If Christianity is not true—if Jesus didn’t really rise from the dead—then everything we believe, preach, sing, and stand for crumbles into dust.

Go! And... Ask the Hard Questions: What If Christianity Is a Lie? INTRODUCTION: STARTING WITH A SHOCKING QUESTION What if Christianity is a lie? That’s a bold question, isn't it? Even hearing it in church might feel unsettling. But let's face it: If Christianity is not true—if Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-17, John 14:6, Acts 4:20, Romans 6:9, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Forgiving Grace Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 4, 2010

This sermon looks at three aspects of God’s forgiveness: 1. I need to ask for it. 2. I need to trust in it. 3. I need to walk in it.

GOD’S FORGIVING GRACE The defendant sat in the courtroom as the charges were read. It was a long list of charges. It was then that the judge asked the question: “How does the defendant plead?” The accused stood to his feet and without hesitation replied: “Guilty as charged.” This is not the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Frustrated By God: What To Do When God Makes You Angry Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 5, 2007

When God frustrates us, He asks us to trust Him.

The book of Habakkuk is described as an “oracle.” “Oracle” literally means “burden.” A burden is something that has been lifted up and is being carried. It is used by several OT prophets to describe the message which God had laid upon their hearts. Habakkuk’s message was a heavy burden. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Blue Christmas 2010

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jan 12, 2011

This sermon has three parts: firstly speaking our feelings of hurt to God; secondly asking God for help; and thirdly is our expression of faith even in pain.

Blue Christmas 2010: Dec 21, 2010 Prelude: Welcome: Welcome to this service, “A Blue Christmas”... a time when we can… I have chosen Psalm 13 for this service, and the service is structured around that short Psalm. There are three parts to it, as there are to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-2

Denomination: Baptist