Sermons on Centering Life On God:

Finding Encouragement For Life Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

God has all of the encouragement we need to get through any situation we face in life

Finding Encouragement for Life Jeremiah 29:10-13 July 9, 2000 INTRODUCTION I. The Duke of Wellington A. The reputation 1. Military genius – He defeated Napolean at Waterloo 2. He was also know to be a hard commander B. The question 1. If you could live your life over, what would you do ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-13

Denomination: Church Of God

The Stronghold Of My Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 10, 2001

Looking at David’s example - his confidence in the midst of hardship is not the result of the absence of trouble, but the presence of God.

David was able to say "I will be confident" (v.3) even in the midst of hardship and trouble. We can make 3 observations form these 3 verses: (1)His confidence is not the result of the ABSENCE of problems. It is very clear that David encountered many problems and difficulties. He mentioned evil ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Perils Of A Fruitless Life

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 17, 2010

When we abide in Christ, we will produce fruit that will glorify God and help enlarge his Kingdom.

Perils of a Fruitless Life Luke 13:6-9 INTRODUCTION A. Disappointments and unmet expectations are a regular part of life. 1. Women who just cannot get pregnant. 2. Continue to have miscarriages. 3. Bright children whose parents don’t have money to send them to college (child has great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness As A Way Of Life Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 21, 2008

Deals with How God has forgiven us and how we should forgive others in light of that forgiveness

Forgiveness as a Way of Life Matthew 18:21-35 Slide Today we are going to be talking about a topic that I think is so needed in our society and in every relationship that we have. Forgiveness. Forgiveness is so easy to receive while other times it is so hard to give. I think most of us believe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Giants Of Life Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Nov 5, 2004

If you are going for God, you will face giants in your life, what will you do about them?

We are just about through our series on the Dream Giver. I want you to know I am working on a life development series which will help you put together the principles of the dream giver as life application. We last spoke of the wasteland and the sanctuary. After you come out of your life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Handle Life

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

How do we handle these pressures in a way that we find success and that we please God in the process?

How To Handle Life Mark 6:14-29 INTRODUCTION Lloyd J. Ogilve, in his book "Life Without Limits," tells the story of a pastor who in the space of one week heard the following comments from various people: A woman said; "I'm under tremendous pressure from my son these days. I can't seem to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Brining The Bible To Life Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 16, 2017

The bible is meant to be a daily guide for life and connection to God, not a book to be pulled out once or twice a week.

1. Scripture, Appropriate I heard a story about a friend of the bride who was not able to attend the wedding, so he sent a card of greeting which was read at the reception after the ceremony. It should have included the reference 1 John 4:18 -- "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 17:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way, Life And Truth

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 8, 2018

THE WAY, LIFE AND TRUTH outline that make for a wonderful devotional message that shares the salvation that God has give.

THE WAY, LIFE AND TRUTH! John 14:6 (KJV) Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. I. Not a way but the ONLY WAY! Acts 4:12 (KJV) Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 4:12

A Life Without Worry Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jun 9, 2020

To overcome worry: Ramp up worship. Re-align ambitions. Trust God, one day at a time.

Healthy Disciples: A LIFE WITHOUT WORRY—Matthew 6:25-34 (Read the text first.) “Do not worry…” What would it take for you to stop worrying? Would 10 million dollars be enough money? Would a cure for cancer set your mind at ease? Worry is a common human thing. People worry about their kids or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith, Seeds And Life

Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 29, 2008

God plants the seed of faith in our hearts, if we turn to Jesus it germinates and starts to grow. We need to surrender to mature to reach the fullness of what God wants us to be, to reach the lost, to change our communities to save nation, are your ready

Matthew 17:20 He replied, "Because you have so little faith. I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ’Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.“ Faith – what is it? According to the Bible, "faith is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Gracious God Calls To Us

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 23, 2006

Questions! Questions! Questions! If God knows everything why did he ask so many questions of so many people? Through the questions God addressed to Adam and Eve after the fall into sin we learn why God asked many of his questions.

This morning I am going to test your knowledge of the Bible—specifically the Old Testament. As I quote a series of questions I want you to identify the person to whom God was speaking. Here are the questions. “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast?” (Genesis 4:6) Of whom did God ask ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Identity Understanding Gods Power In Us Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 30, 2009

Our identity will determine our activity. We the body of Christ find who we are in Him. If we identify with Christ we live by faith that matures into love.

Intro: Last week as we began studying Paul’s letter labeled Ephesians we began to learn about our identity. Remember that I said that our identity is important because it determines our activity. What we will see this morning is God’s power in us. Paul got extremely excited in the first 14 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Kind Of Love

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 11, 2019

Show a video of life-changing testimony https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNanbmNlhSQ

I. EXORDIUM: Show a video of life-changing testimony https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNanbmNlhSQ II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To convert people to born again believing lifestyle and relationship with GOD. IV. TEXT: Romans 5:8 But God shows {and} clearly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Witnessing: God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 5, 2022

Do you consider yourself a good person? Have you ever doubted God’s goodness? What if you knew the truths about God’s goodness that would help you respond to people who are interested in eternal life and Heaven? You are invited to gain a greater understanding of God’s goodness.

Witnessing: God's Goodness Luke 18:18-30 (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Last month, we borrowed out the movie, Heaven is for Real, from the library. It wasn't a great movie. I'm still trying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: *other

The Growth Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note the greatness of the Kingdom by looking at how it grows by God’s power.

The Gospel of Mark #12: The Growth of the Kingdom Text: Mark 4:21-34 Thesis: To note the greatness of the Kingdom by looking at how it grows by God’s power. Introduction: (1) After stressing the importance of our preparing ourselves to receive the Word, Jesus now emphasizes the way that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ