Sermons on Away From God:

Emotions Are A Gift From God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 15, 2021

We often think that our emotions are a burden, rather than a blessing, but nothing could be further from the truth. God created us with emotions so our lives might be enriched. But we do need to learn how to embrace and employ our emotions in a way that is helpful, not harmful.

A. There was once a young man who, in his youth, professed his desire to become a great writer. 1. When asked to define what he meant by a “great writer,” he said, “I want to write stuff that the whole world will read, stuff that people will react to on a truly emotional level, stuff that will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:15-18, Psalm 73:21-28, Matthew 11:28-30, John 8:32, Isaiah 53:4, Isaiah 61:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Pit To Place

Contributed by James Harrington on Feb 18, 2003

The story of Joseph helps us to choose to overlook unfair offenses, overcome enormous obstacles and model a virtue that is fast becoming lost in or hostile age.

From Pit to Palace Genesis 32:22-32 In David Aikman’s book Great Souls: Six Who Changed the Century, he profiles six leaders of the 20th century who he argues triumphed over criticism, adversity and opposition. Aikman writes, “I’ve always personally been inspired by the lives of great people. It ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are To Get Wisdom From God Not From Man. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 13, 2021

Wisdom is supreme - so get wisdom. And whatever else you get, get understanding," says Proverbs 4:7

"Wisdom is supreme - so get wisdom. And whatever else you get, get understanding," says Proverbs 4:7. The Bible talks a lot about gaining wisdom and defines it by giving examples and then showcasing what happens when we don't act wisely. The book of Proverbs contrasts the wise and the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 19:7, Proverbs 3:7

A Fresh Touch From God Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

The Christmas Touch - part 3 Lessons learned from the shepherds.

Advent: This morning our journey to Bethlehem continues. The season surrounds us and the pace quickens as we count down the final days to Christmas. Amidst the hustle and bustle we sometimes suffer from tunnel vision. We’ll wake up one day and realize Christmas has come and gone and we missed what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Holy Visit From God

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 3, 2008

When God visits His people He comes not just to heal and deliver, but ultimately to transform us (thoughts from "From Visitation to Habitation" by Francis Frangipane.)

A Holy Visit From God Reading- Foxes Book of Martyrs- Stephen. Stephen- first martyr of- Christian church- 34-36AD. Acts 6:8 And Stephen, full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people. NASU He ended up in a controversy with the Jews/arrested. Stephen eloquently ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Charismatic

Experiencing A Word From God

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Feb 27, 2003

Like grain God’s Word nourishes, like fire God’s Word compels, and like a hammer, God’s Word breaks us.

“Experiencing A Word From God” Jeremiah 23:25-29 Illustration: Herman and Henrietta were touring their brand-new house, a house that Henrietta had paid for with her money, a fact of which she often reminded Herman. In each room of the house, she said to her husband, “Herman, if it were not for my ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:25-29, Isaiah 57:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Principles Of Receiving From God

Contributed by Adedotun Ojelabi on Sep 28, 2001

Highlighted Seven Major levels of prayer and ten things that can hinder answered prayers.

PRINCIPLES OF RECEIVING FROM GOD by Adedotun Ojelabi Communication with the Almighty God is a common denominator to all children of God worldwide. Most believers at one point or the other have been faced with questions like “what is the Lord saying concerning this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jonah: The Non-Profit Prophet Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 29, 2018

CHAPTER ONE OF jONAH DESCRIBING HIS CALL AND HIS RESPONSE

A man and his wife were figuring how much money they could save by putting in a garden. The wife said, “With this garden we’ll be able to save over $300.00 by not purchasing canned vegetables.” The husband said, “Yes, and after buying this new tiller, these garden tools and all these expensive ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessings From God The Father Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 19, 2012

Ephesians 1 tells of our measureless riches in Christ from God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. This sermon tells us of those riches Paul says emanate from the Father.

Blessings from God the Father Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh March 18, 2012 POWERPOINT: There is a PowerPoint presentation for this sermon available by requesting it from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Ephesians 1 INTRODUCTION Illus. – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Surprise Calling From God

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jul 20, 2006

I did this in character as an introduction to a study of the Minor Prophet Amos.

Introduction I. Yehweh, have not I worshiped you with a full heart? A. Have not I been faithful? B. Have not I lived my life to please you as best as I possibly could. II. But Lord, You know that I have people that depend on me. A. I have a family. B. I have laborers. C. Lord, what ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Comes From God

Contributed by Anthony Delaney on Aug 11, 2001

The healing of the blind man serves to encourage us to share our faith as God’s plan is shown, by God’s power alone, God’s Son is made known.

John 9: Jesus Comes from God. The tragic thing at the beginning of this story is how the disciples see the same man begging as Jesus does, but their reaction to him is so very different. They look at him and ask “Master, who sinned- this man or his parents, causing him to be born blind like ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Hope That Comes From God's Judgment Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 2, 2017

This is the 25th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#25] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM GOD’S JUDGMENT Nahum 3:16 Introduction: As we begin our 25th sermon in this series, it comes at the right time- Our celebration of Independence Day. We have become a Nation of compromisers. It doesn’t matter what the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Hope From God's Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 3, 2013

Our psalmist in this section declares that his hope is received from the Word of God which renews his life. Even though our psalmist is afflicted & scorned by the arrogant, he is sustained by hope. For hope shines brightest in the darkness.

PSALM 119: 49-56 [The Ministry of The Word Series] HOPE FROM GOD'S WORD Our psalmist in this section [strophe] declares that his hope is received from the Word of God which renews his life. Because our God is unchanging, His Word does not change either. Therefore we can find hope from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:49-56

Denomination: Baptist

Drive Away The Vultures (Part 1)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 15, 2025

Just as Abraham had to drive away the vultures that came to defile his sacrifice, we too must be vigilant in driving away the spiritual vultures that seek to defile our lives and hinder our relationship with God.

DRIVE AWAY THE VULTURES (PART 1) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 15:9-11  Supporting Texts: Proverbs 6:16-19, 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8 INTRODUCTION  In Genesis 15:9-11, we see an interesting moment in Abraham's life. After God gave him specific instructions on what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:9-11, Proverbs 6:16-19, 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Hearing From God

Contributed by Robert Cox on Aug 7, 2008

Are You Hearing From God or someone else?

John 12:27"Now my heart is troubled, and what shall I say? ’Father, save me from this hour’? No, it was for this very reason I came to this hour. 28Father, glorify your name!" Then a voice came from heaven, "I have glorified it, and will glorify it again." 29The crowd that was there and heard it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-30

Denomination: Pentecostal