Sermons on Benevolent Dictator: showing 241-255 of 7,543

An Opportune Time Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

God is at work behind the scenes even when we think He is not.

An Opportune Time Nehemiah 2:1-8 I. An Ordinary Day (1) A. Elapsed time B. Still at the job II. An Extraordinary Circumstance (1b-3) A. An obtuse servant (1b) B. An observant king (2) C. An astute observation (3) III. A Bold Request (4-8a) A. From the king (4a) B. From Nehemiah (4b-5, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Search Me, O God, And Know My Heart Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

GOD KNOWS ME INTIMATELY SO HE CAN TAKE CARE OF ME PERFECTLY

BIG IDEA: GOD KNOWS ME INTIMATELY SO HE CAN TAKE CARE OF ME PERFECTLY (:1) INTRODUCTION: GOD IS A THOROUGH INVESTIGATOR “O Lord, Thou hast searched me and known me” I. (:2-6) GOD KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT ME = OMNISCIENCE (WE ARE AN OPEN BOOK BEFORE GOD) A. God Knows Everything I Do “Thou dost ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Shall We Return? Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Nov 19, 2015

In this verse God is calling His children back to Him. Problem: People fall away from God.

Introduction: There are two great days in a person’s life -- the day we are born and the day we discover why. To make God’s name great through your life… The Main Point: Since Jesus Christ is the Lord of hosts; you ought to walk with Him through the use of your money. 1st ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7

Denomination: Baptist

Show Some Gratitude, Won't You?

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 6, 2021

The sins and wickedness of thanklessness and ingratitude have infiltrated the lives of everyone and is even found in the church of the Lord Jesus Christ. This has got to stop and we need to repent.

There is a severe shortage of gratitude today, almost to the point of extinction. People are not thankful for favors, gifts, promotions, wealth, family, our homes, our health, or the jobs they have. We now possess the ugly and selfish attitude that we are somehow owed these things, and very few ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Different Path

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 11, 2019

By faith, we walk a different path.

INTRODUCTION For the past several weeks, we have been working with the idea that the Kingdom of God is not some future place to spend eternity, but rather is right here and now. Jesus’ words to those who came to hear him teach were, “Repent and believe for the Kingdom of God has come.” This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-14, Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Zechariah #16: Superficial Religion Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 27, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 7:1-6 explores the issue of the inner motives behind our service to the Lord. How many people go to church, give their money, fast, etc. and are baffled by God's lack of response. Why is there so little power in the church? The text addresses all that.

Intro Our text today is in Zechariah 7. Last week we examined the capstone of the eight visions.i The crowning of Joshua, the High Priest, was a symbolic act prophesying Messiah. Unlike any other, Messiah would be both priest and king. All the promises of God are yea and amen in Him.ii The eight ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14, Matthew 23:5, Colossians 3:23, Philippians 2:3, Isaiah 1:12-15, Proverbs 4:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

One Anothers #3: Likeminded With One Another Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 25, 2019

How can a church avoid dissension and strife. This "one another" commands tells us to be like-minded, and this sermon discusses to important principles for a church's people to follow to remain united.

Likeminded with One Another Series: The One Anothers: The Church’s “Body Builders” Chuck Sligh May 22, 2022 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-6, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

There Is No Harvest Without Planing Some Seed

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 6, 2004

This is a sermon about giving.

INTRODUCTION • A preacher wanted to see if a farmer in his congregation was willing to support the Lord’s work. So one day he challenged him with some direct questions. "If you had two farms" he asked," would you be willing to give one to God?" "Why, certainly!" replied the man. "I only wish I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dressing To Be A Blessing

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 21, 2021

A look at the virtues of salvation every Born-Again Christian must intentionally grow in.

At the moment of salvation, every Born-Again Christian put on "Christ," the "breastplate of faith and love,” and the “helmet of salvation" (1 Thess 5:8-9 ESV; Rom 13:145; Gal 3:27). We are implored to daily "put on": - The Armor of light (Rom 13:12) – To honor Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15, 1 Peter 3:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sunshine Christians

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 7, 2016

The symbol used here to set forth the greatness and power of the Christian life, is the sun. No created object displays more strikingly the amazing power and goodness of God.

Sermon Sunshine Christians Judges 5:31 The symbol used here to set forth the greatness and power of the Christian life, is the sun. No created object displays more strikingly the amazing power and goodness of God. Warmth The sun is on fire from center to circumference What that inner fire is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 5:31

Denomination: Baptist

Five Seconds After Death

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 17, 2008

What happens to an unbeliever when they die? Jesus answers that question in a dramatic way!

1. Illus. of my ministry • First funeral was Jewell Wrenn. As they lowered her body into the ground, I couldn’t help but think to myself, “Where is she? What is she experiencing?” 2. You and I are born to die. We try to distract ourselves from that fact, but nevertheless it is true. From the moment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Created For A Purpose

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 29, 2013

Your existence is not a accident or mistake; as we are all created in the image of God for His grand purpose.

Quotes: "If I am I because I am I, and you are you because you are you, then I am and you are. But if I am I because you are you, and you are you because I am I, then I am not and you are not." -Rabbi of Kotzk "There's purpose and worth to each and every life." -Ronald Reagan "The main purpose of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Job Came To My Church

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 26, 2021

I don't like poor people in my congregation

Yes, he did. What a strange man! First, he looked sick with boils all over which he kept itching. Everyone kept a safe distance from him, then one by one they started fleeing. I knew , I would be left with empty pews, so I called security, what would you have done? The man smelt , ok, he reeked ...read more

Scripture: James 2:2-9

Federal Control - A Christian Reaction

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 10, 2015

People have willingly allowed the government to gain influence and control over almost every facet of their lives, just because of their need to believe in the existence of a higher power who offers them succor and security.

Federal Control –a Christian’s Reaction. Illustration The young missionary arrived early in the morning at a native village where he was to share the word of God through an interpreter. The fellowship meeting would not take place until the next day so the missionary was given time to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Christian Church

Money And Ministry Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 15, 2012

What did you put in the offering plate this morning? Do you think God is pleased? And what about ministry? Did you do any ministry this past week that God would have been pleased with? Our passage will help us think these questions through.

Introduction What did you put in the offering plate this morning? Do you think God is pleased? And what about ministry? Did you do any ministry this past week that God would have been pleased with? Our passage will help us think these questions through. Text Now concerning the collection for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed