Sermons on Boast In God:

The Danger Of Self-Deception: When Doubting Yourself Is Good Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Human pride is rooted in two kinds of self-deception. One is the deception that I can handle my own problems. And the other is the deception that nobody can handle my problems.

The New Testament compares the church to a bride and God to the bridegroom. All through our New Testaments we see a familiar image to help us understand and appreciate the significance of the church. Yet, there are dangers to the church. Real dangers that may cause the bride to run from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord And Beware Of Those Who Place Confidence In The Flesh Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 25, 2019

If I were to give you a theme for chapter three, I would say "that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His suffering." This is Christian experience—to know Him. Not so much to know about Him, but to really know—Him. This is experimental knowledge.

Date: 12/26/18 Lesson #21 Title: Rejoice In The Lord And Beware Of Those Who Place Confidence In The Flesh • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3 (NIV) (1) Further, my brothers and sisters, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What Really Counts Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 28, 2015

We are told what really counts. Paul closes the letter to the Galatians with his own hand and using large letters. It would be like using bold print in an email. It is his way of saying pay close attention to this section of the letter.

Some things are simply more important than others. When you receive junk mail do you give it the same importance as priority mail? I use a different wake up call system when I have an early morning appointment that is really important. I may set two alarms if I do not want to be late under any ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Glorying In The Cross

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

To glory in the cross means to place our full trust and confidence in what Christ has done.

GLORYING IN THE CROSS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:14 – “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.” Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:7-8, Colossians 2:14-15, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:7-8, Colossians 2:14-15, Romans 5:8, Isaiah 53:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Run Away! Run For Your Life! Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 12, 2021

Attempting to stand against the pressure of the evil one is a recipe for defeat, unless and until we are strengthened by the Risen Saviour.

“[The soldiers] seized [Jesus] and led him away, bringing him into the high priest’s house, and Peter was following at a distance. And when they had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them. Then a servant girl, seeing him as he sat in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Most High Chooses

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Nov 11, 2006

Could we RECOGNIZE those whom God has chosen?

“King David rose to his feet and said: ‘Listen to me, my brothers and my people. I had it in my heart to build a house as a place of rest for the ark of the covenant of the LORD, for the footstool of our God, and I made plans to build it. But God said to me, “You are not to build a house for my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

God Pointing To God

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 27, 2019

In the Bible we see a wonderful example in the Holy Spirit. In the Old Testament He points to God (the Father). In the New Testament He points of Jesus. He never points to Himself. What a beautiful example and source of empowerment He is for us! PTL!!

God Pointing to God Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. These ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27, Romans 5:5, 2 Timothy 1:14, Hebrews 10:15, John 15:26, Genesis 1:1-2, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

"Power For The Powerless!"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Oct 3, 2005

What do ya do when you feel powerless?

2nd Corinthians 12:7-10 Awww come on and praise the Lord everybody. God is awesome! And he is truly worthy to be praised! Amen. Amen. You may be seated in the prescense of the Lord. Ushers, let the worshippers in, that they may hear a word from the Lord. I dare not try to read this text again, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You Don't Get It, God Does Get It

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Aug 31, 2005

God is faithful even when we don’t understand what He is doing, and His way is best for us.

I want to thank you for this opportunity to share from God’s word with you today. KC and Simone send their greetings as well but they could not be here today. They’re probably sleeping right now. I have come to appreciate my being here with you all at SEFC more and more. The adjustment to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Peace, Perfect Peace Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 1, 2002

God offers us peace for all time with him. His love is unconditional, entirely his own doing

"Therefore, since we are justified by faith ..." If you remember back to when we started this series on Romans, I said then that whenever we come across that word "Therefore" we need to stop and think about what’s gone before. What is it that the ’therefore’ refers to? Well, I wonder if you can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

God Is God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013

To live a life of thankfulness we must have a foundation of the reasons for our thankfulness... the first is that God is God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 1, 2013 Date Preached: November 3, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building a Foundation for a Thankful Life Sermon Title: The 1st Piling – God is God Sermon Text: Isaiah 40:25-31 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Is God! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

How were the Jews the chosen people of God?

Setting: Romans 9 comes off the highest of highs to now the lowest of lows. Vs. 3 “For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, those of my own race, the people of Israel.” (NIV) Question: How were the Jews the chosen people of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

This Is God’s Will

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 13, 2012

The message explores the area of sanctification, expected of all who name the Name of Christ.

“Finally, then, brothers, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God, just as you are doing, that you do so more and more. For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus. For this is the will of God, your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God Or Gods

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 25, 2024

How many believe there is only one God? Is it possible there are more than one god? Let us investigate.

How many believe there is only one God? Is it possible there are more than one god? Let us investigate. Dictionary.com defines god (lowercase ‘g’) as: Noun 1. one of several deities, especially a male deity, presiding over some portion of worldly affairs. 2. an image of a deity; an idol. 3. any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, 1 Corinthians 2:12-14, Exodus 20:3, 1 Corinthians 3:1, 1 Corinthians 3:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Anointing Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores how God calls unlikely individuals, focusing on their hearts rather than their appearances, and empowers them through His Spirit, using the story of David's anointing as an example.

Hey church, today I’m so excited to dive into the Word of God with you as we continue in our series Called & Anointed. We’re going to take a look into the life of David and His anointing as King of Israel. Through this amazing story we see the beauty of how our heavenly Father looks beyond our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

Topics: God's Anointing, Spiritual Gifting, Heart Over Appearance

Sermon Series: Called & Anointed