Sermons on Be Intentional:

Donkeys, Detours & Divine Direction

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Feb 13, 2002

Most of us have good intentions about serving God. But when it comes to sin and the subject of obedience, good intentions don’t cut it.

TEXT: Numbers 22:1-38 (READ) INTRO: How many of you would agree with me that God’s ways are best? OK…How many of you that agree God’s ways are best can also say with me that knowing God’s ways are best hasn’t always meant you chose God’s way over your own way? (Even tho you would admit God’s way ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-38, 2 Timothy 3:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keys To The Kingdom-Binding And Loosing

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 18, 2011

FOCAL POINT: THE INTENT OF THIS STUDY IS TO ADDRESS BINDING AND LOOSING.

KEYS TO THE KINGDOM-BINDING AND LOOSING PART 2 OF A 2 PART SERIES MATTHEW 16: 18-19 FOCAL POINT: THE INTENT OF THIS STUDY IS TO ADDRESS BINDING AND LOOSING. EXPOSITION: MATTHEW 16: 19 YOU MUST UNDERSTAND SCRIPTURE IN CONTEXT YOU MUST ASK WHO, WHAT, WHEN AND WHY. SCRIPTURE TAKEN OUT OF CONTEXT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Baptist

A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 19, 2012

We must be intentional in our thanks to God and others.

A Grateful Heart November 18, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be intentional in our thanks to God and others. Focus Passage: Luke 17:11-18 Supplemental Passage: Psalm 100 Introduction: Make personal remarks about Thanksgiving past and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Riches Of His Grace.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 22, 2024

A declaration of the LORD’s gracious intention toward us.

THE RICHES OF HIS GRACE. Numbers 6:22-27. Jews and Christians alike are familiar with the so-called Aaronic blessing of NUMBERS 6:24-26. Yet this blessing is not in the power of the priest to accomplish. Rather, the priest or minister who calls down this blessing on the people is making a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Altar Of Intimacy Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

Intimacy with God is cultivated, not by accident, but through intentional pursuit.

THE ALTAR OF INTIMACY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:7-8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 26:25, Genesis 35:1-7, Leviticus 6:12-13, Psalm 91:1 INTRODUCTION: Intimacy with God is cultivated, not by accident, but through intentional pursuit. One of the most powerful biblical symbols of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:7-8, Genesis 26:25, Genesis 35:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Backslidden Peter Experienced Jesus For Return To Ministry Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023

Good intentions are not enough to keep us faithful to Christ.

A. WHY DID PETER BACKSLIDE? 1. Cause boasting. “I will lay down my life for Your sake” (John 13:37). 2. Jesus’ response warning. “Jesus answered him, ‘Will you lay down your life for My sake? Most assuredly, I say to you, the rooster shall not crow till you have denied Me three times’” (John ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12, Philippians 4:13, Luke 22:61-62

Denomination: Baptist

To Sin Or Not To Sin

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 7, 2022

intentional sin can give a different result for forgiveness

To Sin or Not to Sin Mark 6:14-32 14 And King Herod heard of it, for His name had become well known; and people were saying, "John the Baptist has risen from the dead, and that is why these miraculous powers are at work in Him." 15 But others were saying, "He is Elijah." And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Increasing Capacity For Advancement

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

Advancement is not accidental; it is the outcome of intentional preparation and capacity building.

INCREASING CAPACITY FOR ADVANCEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 54:2-3 (KJV) "Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes; For thou shalt break forth on the right hand and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Intentional #5-Getting The Most Out Of Your Bible (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 8, 2003

Part 2 of a "mini-series" within the larger "Be Intentional" series. This message deals with the awesome things we can find in God’s Word.

Be Intentional #5 – Getting the Most Out of Your Bible (Part 2) Introduction Two weeks ago, I gave a message about getting the most out of your Bible, and I included some tools to help you do that. I am out of the 7 Minutes with God brochure, but can get more – or you can pick it up at Anchors ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

In God's Plan - Message 1 Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on Oct 21, 2008

we are going to look to God’s Word to discover what His intentions were for His church, rather than what man’s intentions might be

IN GOD’S PLAN - Today we being a brand new series – Church As God Intended. - In this series we are going to look to God’s Word to discover what His intentions were for His church, rather than what man’s intentions might be. - In other words, we want to dig deep into the Bible and define who we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Elements Of Love Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 14, 2010

Love is not simply a component of life but love is an intent, a purpose, that causes thoughts, words & acts of everyday life. This intent to love was the need of the Corinthians, & this is still our need today.

[LIVING IN LOVE SERIES] 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-6a THE SPECTRUM OF THE ETERNAL GIFT OF LOVE [Galatians 5:22-23] Perhaps you’ve seen this Peanuts cartoon: Linus announces to his cranky sister, Lucy, that he’s going to be a doctor. “You, a doctor?” She asks. “How can you be a doctor? You don’t love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-6, John 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Integrity: Transformed By Truth Proverbs 14:22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 23, 2024

Proverbs 14:22 encapsulates the timeless truth that our intentions and actions have significant consequences

Walking in Integrity: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound wisdom of Proverbs 14:22, which states, "If you plan to do evil, you will be lost; if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness." This verse encapsulates the timeless ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:22, Acts 5:1-11, Matthew 27:3-5, Proverbs 4:14-15, Psalm 84:11, Galatians 6:9, Proverbs 10:9, Matthew 5:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divorce And Remarriage Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 7, 2002

God’s intention for marriage explains His view of divorce.

Relationships in the Kingdom – Part 3 May 6, 2001 INTRODUCTION When I was a junior in high school my Mom informed me that my sister and her husband of 10 years were getting a divorce. This was new to me. Really no one in my family - none of my aunts and uncles – none of my cousins had gone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming The Spiritual Person You Want To Be

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Feb 20, 2003

The intent of this sermon is to allow persons to evaluate their relation to the Spirit of God.

I. THE SPIRITUAL PERSON v.15, 12-13 A. Received the Spirit of God v.12a B. Growing in the Grace of God v.12b C. Speaking the Truth of God v.13 II. THE NATURAL PERSON v.14 A. Remains in his Unregenerate State v.14a B. Refuses to Accept the Things of God v.14b C. Renders no ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Fit: Discipline Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 2, 2011

It takes discipline to be a disciple because spiritual growth is intentional, not automatic.

Getting Fit: Discipline 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Rev. Brian Bill 1/2/11 This past week our family had the opportunity to spend time with our nephew Ashton, who has been in Army Basic Training for the past nine weeks. To say the least, he is a changed man. Before I go much further, if you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist