Sermons on Authority Over Nature:

Partakers Of The Divine Nature 2 Peter 1:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 12, 2024

Peter unveils a profound truth about our identity as believers—our participation in the divine nature. Let us delve into this scripture and uncover its riches, allowing it to deepen our understanding of who we are in Christ and how we are called to live transformed lives.

Partakers of the Divine Nature 2 Peter 1:4 Introduction: Today we embark on a journey of discovery into the transformative power of God's truth, as revealed in 2 Peter 1:4. In this passage, Peter unveils a profound truth about our identity as believers—our participation in the divine nature. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 4:20-21, Romans 8:11, Romans 1:21-25, Ephesians 2:1-3, 1 John 2:15-17, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Ephesians 4:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Destructive Nature Of Sin And God's Judgment Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 19, 2026

Sin is a rebellion against God's holy nature and will, and that it brings consequences and judgment

The Bible teaches that sin is a rebellion against God's holy nature and will, and that it brings consequences and judgment. In Romans 3:23, we read, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." Sin is not just a mistake or a weakness; it's a deliberate choice to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, 2 Kings 17:7-23

9. The Question Of Moral Evil Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 2, 2018

The Source of Evil

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 9 – THE QUESTION OF MORAL EVIL] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3, Romans 6:16, Genesis 3:6, Romans 1:21-22

Denomination: Christian Church

Story Of My Life Series

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jul 8, 2017

Story of my life. It is the phrase that you never want to say. As Paul writes Romans 7, we hear him sigh and say, "Story of My Life." As we look deeper at the chapter, we see that it is the story of our lives too!

Jack has been working at a certain accounting firm for years. He graduated at the top of his class but his career seems to be stagnate and going absolutely nowhere. He begins to feel frustrated as he is passed over time and time again for the new positions and promotions. Not wanting this to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ's Equality With God

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 15, 2000

We’re going to look at Jesus’ equality with God in nature, His equality with God in power, and His equality with God in authority.

Christ’s Equality With God John 10:30 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church December 17, 2000 Introduction: We are getting closer and closer to Christmas. I hope that all of you have your shopping done. I hope all of you have your houses sufficiently decorated. I hope ...read more

Scripture: John 10:30, John 5:21-23

Denomination: *other

Levantate

Contributed by Hugo Ramos on Apr 24, 2008

Levantate!!!

Levantate TEXTO BASE: ISAÍAS 60:1-3 “1Levántate, resplandece; porque ha venido tu luz, y la gloria del Señor ha nacido sobre ti. 2Porque he aquí que tinieblas cubrirán la tierra, y oscuridad las naciones; mas sobre ti amanecerá el Señor, y sobre ti será vista su gloria. 3Y andarán las naciones a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-3

Denomination: Apostolic

Boys, Bears And Baldness Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 19, 2013

Elisha teaches us the importance of respecting divine authority

September 15, 2013 Weird Stories in the Bible Boys, Bears and Baldness 2 Kings 2:23-25 Opening words: Today, I begin a new six part sermon series, Weird Stories in the Bible. Before I begin, I will admit two things. First, I will admit I have not selected these pieces of scripture. They were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Wrong Way: The Way That Seems Right

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

ALL THROUGH THE BIBLE ... THERE ARE STATEMENTS DESIGNED TO MAKE US AWARE OF POTENTIAL DANGER. One such warning is in Proverbs 14:12: "There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death."

ALL THROUGH THE BIBLE ... THERE ARE STATEMENTS DESIGNED TO MAKE US AWARE OF POTENTIAL DANGER. The Lord reveals to us those things; knowing what is best for us and what can hurt our relationship to Him. We are often informed of wrong choices, and told of the expected consequences. We need to be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12, 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

El Desafío A La Autoridad

Contributed by Horacio Raúl Piccardo on Apr 16, 2012

La experiencia de todo cristiano y, sobre todo, ministro es que su autoridad va a estar constantemente desafiada. ¿Cuáles son las ténicas que emplea el enemigo para ello? ¿Qué se mueve en el mundo espiritual? ¿Cuáles son las consecuencias?

Introducción El viernes estuve orando pidiéndole un mensaje para hoy. Había comenzado a trabajar algo, pero no sentía que era el mensaje para hoy. De modo que estuve orando, y el Señor me dio luz y entendimiento sobre un elemento espiritual con el que el enemigo nos va tentar a menudo. No importa ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Have Personal Revival

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2011

One author wrote, “Samson strangled a lion; yet he could not strangle his own love. He burst the fetters of his foes; but not the cords of his own lusts. He burned the crops of others, and lost the fruit of his own virtue when burning with the flame kindl

How to Have Personal Revival Judges 16: 25-30 25 So it happened, when their hearts were merry, that they said, “Call for Samson, that he may perform for us.” So they called for Samson from the prison, and he performed for them. And they stationed him between the pillars. 26 ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:25-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Men Ought Always To Pray - God Open My Eyes

Contributed by Olufemi Folorunso on Apr 8, 2017

There are a couple of questions that need to be answered when it comes to prayer:

Bible ref: Luke 18: 1 1st Bible reading: Isaiah 62: 6 - 9 2nd Bible reading: Luke 18: 1 - 8 • Father, hear my humble crying, in Jesus Name. Introduction: Luke 18:1 “And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;” • Genesis 32:24 - 26: “And Jacob ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who's In Charge Around Here Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Why would Paul bring up this subject? Because the Corinthians needed to decide who their authority would be.

WHO’S IN CHARGE AROUND HERE? II CORINTHIANS 10:7-11 INTRODUCTION: A man wandered into the pastor’s study and said, “I’m looking for someone around here with a little authority.” The pastor replied, “I’ve got just about as little authority as anyone, what you need?” Who’s in charge around ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Psalm Of The King

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Oct 30, 2012

"The Psalm of the King" is an exposition of Psalm 2, a Royal Psalm that declares Jesus reigns over heaven and earth. Psalm 2 declares the unimpeachable authority of Jesus Christ in four movements.

THE PSALM OF THE KING Psalm 2 Psalm 2 is closely connected to Psalm 1. Both Jewish and Christian traditions indicate they were once considered one psalm. The two are separate psalms in our Bibles. Yet they stand together as the introduction to the Psalms. In a real sense, these two psalms seem ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

David And Michal

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 17, 2016

To show GOD'S love and compare it with GOD'S love and human love.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you loved by GOD? Yes with an everlasting love. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show GOD'S love and compare it with GOD'S love and human love. IV. TEXT: 2 Samuel 6:20 (Amplified Bible) Then David returned to bless his household. And [his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abiding In Liberty

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 3, 2016

As Americans we enjoy specific liberties associated with being a citizen of this great country. Believers also enjoy great liberty in Christ. Such liberty requires restraint and comes with great responsibility.

Abiding in Liberty Galatians 5: 13-18 Tomorrow we celebrate a special day in America – Independence Day. While many may not pause to reflect on the significance of the holiday, it stands in remembrance of a special event that separates America from other nations. We celebrate the day we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist