Sermons on Be As God Intended:

Why Church #5 Found In Freedom Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

We are free when our lives are uncommitted, but not to be what we were intended to be. Real freedom is not freedom "from," but freedom "for."

~ Intro: … I have on my table a violin string... it is free. I twist one end of it and it responds. It is free. But it is not free to do what a violin string is supposed to do--produce music. So I take it, fix it in my violin and tighten it until it is taut. Only then is it free to be a violin ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Dream Or A Vision

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 10, 2004

This sermon deals with the difference between a dream of what you would like, and a vision, what you intend God to do through you.

A Dream Or A Vision Nehemiah 1:1-11 I want you to meet Jay. From the time he was 9, Jay wanted to be a record producer. He even had the other kids start calling him Jay X. Jay X did not see ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Sabbath Rests

Contributed by Jon Kurnik on Mar 5, 2003

The seventh day rest changed three times from creation to the church -- here is what it means for us today.

God’s Sabbath Rests There are three different sabbath rests described in scripture, having at least two features in common: 1) God created them 2) They involve the idea of “rest” 1) Genesis 2:1-3 Gen. 2:1 Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Sends Helpers To His People

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025

God never intends for His people to struggle alone. Throughout Scripture, we see that He raises helpers to support, strengthen, and uplift His children in times of need.

GOD SENDS HELPERS TO HIS PEOPLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 17:12 "But Moses’ hands were heavy; and they took a stone, and put it under him, and he sat thereon; and Aaron and Hur stayed up his hands, the one on the one side, and the other on the other side; and his hands were ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:12, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 121:1-2, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Luke 10:30-37, 2 Kings 4:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Powerful Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 31, 2001

God is sovereign over all things, from the fates of nations to the details of our own lives. Therefore, He is worthy of our trust and confidence.

For the past couple of weeks, we’ve been looking at some of the attributes of God; trying to better understand what God is like. So far, we’ve considered God’s goodness and His wisdom. This morning we’re going to look at what the Bible has to say about His power. After all, what good would it do us ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:17, Jeremiah 32:17

Denomination: Baptist

Part 8 - Matthew 12:22-28 - I’m An Atheist And I Intend To Stay That Way! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 9, 2010

His recovery was amazing. An answer to prayer! I introduced myself. He looked at me, recognised who I was immediately, and said vehemently, "I’m an ATHEIST and I intend to stay that way!" His response to Christ as he had faced the possibility of death was

Part 8 - Matthew 12:22-28 - I’M AN ATHEIST AND I INTEND TO STAY THAT WAY! He was wide eyed but unable to speak properly. The nurses told me that he did not have long to live. Brian (not his real name) was experiencing spasms of pain and shortness of breath. He was groaning, and looked weak, drawn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shaped To Serve God Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004

As you better understand how God has shaped you, you’ll become better able to serve as you were designed to serve.

Shaped to Serve God Purpose Driven Life #30 Cornwall/Montreal March 13/20, 2004 Can someone, please, read the following verse? Job 10.8- Your hands shaped me and made me. And, another? Isa.43.21- especially the last part. "The people I have shaped for myself will broadcast my praises." These ...read more

Scripture: Job 10:8, Isaiah 43:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sovereignty Of God

Contributed by Robbie Phillips on Jul 21, 2009

An overview of scriptures teaching of the Sovereignty of God and our proper response.

“Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God” (Psalm 90:2) "I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, "who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.” (Revelation 1:8) “He is before all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restorative Justice #3: Two Josephs Series

Contributed by Anne Grant on Oct 11, 2001

Two 17-year-old Josephs, one 3900 years ago and one this week show us how God intends to bring good from even the worst human behavior. We must never let ourselves get so low or so high that we forget who we belong to.

Two Josephs Genesis 37:2-50:21 Restorative Justice Series #3 Trinity United Methodist Church, Providence, RI September 30, 2001 Rev. Anne Grant The theme today is that God intends to bring good From the worst human behavior. As the deadline for deporting Liberians has once again been extended ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Our Life For God: For His Glory Or Ours? Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Oct 14, 2009

This message is intended to help us come to the understanding that we are to live for the glory of God and that our future rewards, or lack thereof, are dependent on how we do.

OUR LIFE FOR GOD: FOR HIS GLORY OR OURS? Colossians 3:23-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Folks, you are here this morning to bring glory to God! 1. That is what life is all about – God’s Glory! 2. I hope you do, but if not don’t worry, hopefully by the end of our time together you will. B. As we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With God

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 5, 2003

Can two walk together except they be agreed?

“WALKING WITH GOD” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 7:1-53 De 5:33 Ye shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and [that it may be] well with you, and [that] ye may prolong [your] days in the land which ye shall ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-53

Return To God Series

Contributed by W F on Sep 20, 2004

Malachi takes God’s people for a spiritual checkup, an inventory that is essential if we want to kick-start our faith (Part 3 "How To Kick-start Your Faith").

How to kick-start your faith - Part 3 Return to God (3:6-12). INTRODUCTION You may recall that we are talking about how to kick-start our faith. Someone once said, “It’s not enough for us to have been confirmed or to have made a decision for Christ at an altar. We cannot walk successfully in the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: *other

No Other Gods Series

Contributed by Michael Sawyer on Nov 10, 2013

This is the first in a series that I preached on the Ten Commandments. The focus of the series was on the relationship between God and us and the relevance that the Commandments still have for us from that standpoint.

No Other Gods Exodus 20:3 "You shall have no other gods before me. The children of Israel are at Sinai. They have come to freedom by the hand of God in the plagues of Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, and the destruction of the armies of Pharaoh. These things were done by God. Not by them. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Memorials In God's Word

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on May 25, 2002

Do we truly honor Memorial Day? We have lost much of the intended meaning of this "holy-day" since it was established in the aftermath of the Civil War. However, God’s Word gives clear instruction on the true meaning a memorial should include. Discover it

Holiday = root, "holy day" = Set apart to meditate on day / event / occasion + A day elevated above others for holy purposes + Over time = Meaning has degenerated = Downward trend of life + [1] Leisure time away from work, devoted to rest or pleasure = [2] A day on which work is suspended by law or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering God’s Will

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 9, 2011

Knowing God’s will is sometimes difficult. People want God to tell them specifically what to do - where to work, where to live, whom to marry, etc. God rarely gives people information that direct and specific. God allows us to make choices regarding those

Opening illustration: A young man facing the future and unsure of what the next year would bring, concluded, “Nobody knows what God’s will is.” Is he right? Does a lack of certainty about the future translate into not knowing God’s will? The concept of knowing God’s will is often limited to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational