Sermons on Assume:

Horse Sense Without The Horse Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2012

We should never assume that common sense is common. We all have gaps in our wisdom spectrum, and we all need to review to stay sharp. Today we will look at four obvious bits of divine advice.

Horse Sense Without the Horse Proverbs 20:15-18 1. I like horses okay, but they I am not a horse-person. 2. But for much of history, horses were crucial. As a result, we have developed a lot of idioms involving horses. 3. “Many terms and phrases in the English language harken back to a time not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:15-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

James Put To Death Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 15, 2017

If the apostles remained largely untouched by the persecution that followed Stephen’s death, the situation radically changed when Herod Agrippa assumed rule over Judea. The apostles then became the specific targets of the king’s efforts to suppress the...

June 5, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: III.F.1: James Put to Death. (12:1, 2) Scripture (Acts 12:1, 2; KJV) 1 About ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

“give Of Your Flour & Oil – Or Die!”

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 7, 2016

It was necessary that the widow abandon her last resources by faith before the Living God would assume full responsibility and full control over her situation. The same is true of us. We must surrender all to gain Jesus!

GIVE OF YOUR FLOUR & OIL – OR DIE! 1 Kgs. 17:7-17, 22-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE FEMINIST 1. A young woman was attending Wellesley College in Maine, a school that is steeped in the feminist movement and agenda. 2. She herself was president of the women’s lib group on the campus. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fighting Supernatural Evil Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

When you look at your life, are you filtering out supernatural evil? Do you think life’s struggles are all against “flesh and blood?” Are you assuming there are no “rulers and cosmic powers” at work in your day?

Imagine if your friends came to you and asked, “We want you to build a bridge. We already have the materials you’ll need to build it. We already have the engineers, craftsmen for the stone and concrete, and we have plenty of construction workers available to you as well. Here are the blueprints to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Exercised Discerning Judgments

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

People often misunderstand one statement that Jesus made, "Judge not less you be judged yourself." (Matthew 7:1) Actually, Jesus taught that no one should try to play God by assuming a position as the final judge of what is right

How Jesus Exercised Discerning Judgments People often misunderstand one statement that Jesus made, "Judge not less you be judged yourself." (Matthew 7:1) Actually, Jesus taught that no one should try to play God by assuming a position as the final judge of what is right. The Lord showed amazing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Explaining The Meaning Of Being Justified By Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Too many people assume that the process involves going to church, learning to cite particular creeds or observing certain rituals. However, Paul teaches the Romans in this passage how Abraham was justified (established as right before God and acquitted fr

How To Be Justified By Faith (Rom. 4:1-8) Illustration:God does not expect us to submit our faith to him without reason, but the very limits of our reason make faith a necessity. Augustine. 1. Have you ever considered how to explain to another person the process of being justified by faith? Too ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be Justified By Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 13, 2003

Too many people assume that the process involves going to church, learning to cite particular creeds or observing certain rituals. However, Paul teaches the Romans in this passage how Abraham was justified (established as right before God and acquitted fr

How To Be Justified By Faith (Rom. 4:1-8) Illustration:God does not expect us to submit our faith to him without reason, but the very limits of our reason make faith a necessity. Augustine. 1. Have you ever considered how to explain to another person the process of being justified by faith? Too ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Timothy (Paul's Disciple) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2022

This young man was so closely associated with the Apostle Paul that they shared his thoughts and work. However, we must assume the more profound knowledge of him conveyed by the Acts and Epistles and by the letters of counsel addressed by St. Paul to him personally.

Timothy Acts 16:1 Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman… ________________________________________ This young man was so closely associated with the Apostle Paul that they shared his thoughts and work. He is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1

Denomination: Baptist

Need A Confidence Boost?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 2, 2016

Proposition: David shows us 4 keys to possess a better self-esteem and self-confidence and live victoriously 1. By possessing an Affirmative Attitude 2. By possessing a Proper Perspective 3. By Negating the Negatives 4. Assuming God's Armor

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1 - 58 (cf. verses 19 - 51; Philippians 4:4-7 Title: Need A Confidence Boost? Theme: Gaining Self-Confidence through God Proposition: David reveals to us how we can have a better self-esteem and more self-confidence. In Christ we can possess: 1. An Affirmative ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Nazarene

Can One Sin In My Life Lead Me To Hell?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

In our modern day we as Christians can assume that we're fine with one foot in and one foot out. We've got the whole grace through faith in Christ equation going in our lives.

"Let us walk properly as in the daytime, not in orgies and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and sensuality, not in quarreling and jealousy. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires." -Romans 13:13-14 ESV In our modern day we as ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:5-8, Romans 13:13-14, Mark 1:15, Ephesians 4:22-24, Hebrews 12:14, Ephesians 4:30-31, Philippians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Overcoming Our Faulty Presuppositions 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is often true that before we can learn new things we have to be willing to unlearn faulty presuppositions. Many people harbor faulty assumptions about themselves, other people or their circumstances. To wrongly assume something about another is to ent

1. It is often true that before we can learn new things we have to be willing to unlearn faulty presuppositions. Quote: "As a man thinks within himself, so he is." (Prov. 23:7) Many people harbor faulty assumptions about themselves, other people or their circumstances. To wrongly assume ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do With Your Elihu

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 29, 2006

Many people are hurt by modern day Elihus who freely offer others their mis-guided advice. Elihu accused Job of not listening to God but he was wrong. Elihu wrongly assumed that a right response to suffering always brings immediate deliverance.

What to Do With Your Elihu (Job 33:1-33) Many people are hurt by modern day Elihus who freely offer others their mis-guided advice. Elihu accused Job of not listening to God but he was wrong. Elihu wrongly assumed that a right response to suffering always brings immediate deliverance. Even ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Must Have The Wrong Person!

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on May 1, 2003

. Have you felt that perhaps God was calling you to serve Him in some specific way, perhaps as a missionary, a pastor, or some other calling? Have you hesitated because you assume that God just couldn’t be calling you?

You must have the wrong person! Exodus 3:11-4:12 Preached Sunday Morning May 4, 2003 Introduction: God knows exactly what He is doing when He puts His hand upon someone, choosing that person for service. Have you felt that perhaps God was calling you to serve Him in some specific way, perhaps ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Men Behaving...godly! - Father's Day

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 16, 2004

Can be used anytime of the year. I. ACKNOWLEDGE THE POWER OF YOUR INFLUENCE II. AVOID THE PITFALLS OF YOUR MASCULINITY III. ARRANGE THE PRIORITIES OF YOUR LIFE IV. ASSUME THE PLACE OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES...Includes link to Formatted Text and PowerPoint

MEN BEHAVING...GODLY (Psalm 112) [note: Can be presented in 2 parts am and pm, or condensed as 1 sermon.] http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MenBehavingGodly.html Note: We love people, and try to show it on a holiday such as this more than ever, and yet the Lord has clearly led that if I really ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10, Psalm 112:1

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing That He Is The Lord

Contributed by Clinton Nobles on Nov 26, 2002

The sovereignty of God is something that as Christians we often take for granted that everyone knows. We have always believed that He is all-powerful and all-knowing, so we assume that others have this same set standards by which they live their lives.

“So shall ye know that I am the LORD your God dwelling in Zion, my holy mountain: then shall Jerusalem be holy, and there shall no strangers pass through her any more.” Joel 3:17 The sovereignty of God is something that as Christians we often take for granted that everyone knows. We have always ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational