Sermons on Children Obey:

A Biblical Perspective On Family Respect And The Husband's Role Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 21, 2025

In biblical teachings, the relationship between a husband and wife is foundational to the family unit.

In biblical teachings, the relationship between a husband and wife is foundational to the family unit. Ephesians 5:25-33 emphasizes the husband's role in loving his wife as Christ loved the church, sacrificially and unconditionally. This includes honoring, respecting, and caring for his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:14

The Quiet Years Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 15, 2007

With the little information that the Bible gives us about Jesus’ childhood and young adulthood, we see that Jesus was a good example for us in repecting His parents, obeying His Father, and working toward spiritual growth.

Introduction: A. Art Linkletter is best known for interviewing kids, because “Kids Say the Darnedest Things.” 1. A teacher was giving a lesson on the circulation of the blood. a. Trying to make the matter clearer, she said, "Now, class, if I stood on my head, the blood, as you know, would run ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Going It Alone Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 13, 2021

I suspect there was one last "excuse" Moses had for why he didn't want to obey God. Do you know what that excuse might have been?

There was an advertising tycoon Albert Lasker who asked one of his top executives to move from California to the New York office. The man refused. He didn’t want to move. He liked it right where he was. A couple days later, Lasker changed tactics. He brought the executive into his office and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:13-17, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Shepherds Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 8, 2023

This is another part of our S Series – The S of Christmas. This time we focus in on the Shepherds – 1. They knew how to Listen and Receive. 2. They knew how to Obey 3. They Knew How to Open their Mouths

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21 Theme: The S of Christmas – The Shepherds Title: The Shepherds of Christmas Proposition: Intro: This is another part of our S Series – The S of Christmas. This time we focus in on the Shepherds – 1. They knew how to Listen and Receive. 2. They knew how to Obey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21, Genesis 4:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

What My Dad Should Not Have Taught Me

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Mar 19, 2009

How we as adults reflect on our past sin influences the children in our lives, to expect censure or approval when they sin in similar ways.

What my dad should not have taught me Genesis 26:1-12 My father has told me many stories. Most of them took place before he became a Christian, because I can remember his life since then. Some of these stories have elements of sin in them. My father and all fathers must ask this question: Does ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-12

Denomination: Mennonite

God’s Best.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 16, 2022

When I think about the children of Israel I think about a people who had to fight. They fought to let go and they fought to obtain possession...

God’s Best. Joshua 1:8-9NKJV When I think about the children of Israel I think about a people who had to fight. They fought to let go and they fought to obtain possession. However, fighting wasn’t God’s intention for them. God wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9, 2 Chronicles 20:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Listen Like Jesus

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2004

Jesus did everything according to the will of the Father because He constantly commune with Him. From His example, we want to learn to (1) LISTEN INTENTLY to God’s Word, and (2) listen WITH A HEART TO OBEY.

There is one aspect of Jesus that we want to learn today - to LISTEN... to listen carefully to the Word of God. So that we can understand His heart and His will for us. Jesus said in John 8:28-29 "...I do nothing on my own but speak just what the Father has taught me. 29 The one who sent me is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wisdom For The Family Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 22, 2019

Speak for those who can't speak for themselves.

Wisdom For the Family Proverbs 24:11-12 Rev. Brian Bill January 19-20, 2019 It’s probably not appropriate for a Packers fan to bring up the “double doink” field goal missed by Bears kicker Cody Parkey in the closing seconds of their game with the Eagles a couple weeks ago…but I’m going to anyway. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:11-12, Proverbs 31:8-9, Proverbs 2:1, Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 3 - God's Call And His Purposes Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 10, 2024

Like Abraham we too must obey the call of God and respond in faith and total obedience. Only when we do so will God do mighty wonders and help us to walk victoriously in this journey of faith.

We read in Isaiah 43:1, “Israel, the LORD who created you says, "Do not be afraid---I will save you. I have called you by name---you are mine.” (GNB) God’s word in the above mentioned verse is directed towards Jacob or Israel because the promise of God is directed towards His children, who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1, Psalm 147:4, Isaiah 43:2, Genesis 22:11, Genesis 22:17, Joshua 24:2, Jeremiah 16:20, Exodus 32:23, Exodus 32:7, Psalm 106:20, Joshua 24:3, Genesis 13:17, Psalm 115:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

A Mother's Oracle

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Moms can make lasting impressions not only upon their daughters, but also upon their sons! They can help their children avoid the detours that could ruin their lives.

1. "The ideal woman was described 2,500 years ago in Proverbs 31--and she is still intimidating her sisters ever since." Liz Higgs 2. Many inaccuracies re: motherhood, role of women in OT... 3. E.G., weddings arranged, girls forced to marry....not true; daughters could accept/reject; parents ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Kids Will Be Kids Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 16, 2010

Some say "Kids will be kids" meaning that if you just leave them alone, they’ll turn out okay. But the writer of Proverbs disagreed. Do you know why?

James Dobson tells of a 10 year old boy named Robert who was an absolute terror. Whenever his mother went to the doctor, he would literally attack the office, grabbing instruments and files and telephones. All the while his passive mother could do little more than shake her head in bewilderment. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Call To Follow Him

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Jan 18, 2007

We see 5 things about Jesus’ call to follow Him. 1) The urgency of the calling 2) an incentive to obey Him 3) The promptness of their obedience 4) The type of people called and 5) What they became.

JESUS’ CALL TO FOLLOW HIM Mark 1:14-20 In today’s message, I would like us to consider 5 things that we see in Jesus calling His first disciples. And they are the same elements that we see when Christ calls someone today. 1) The urgency of the calling; 2) An incentive to obey Him; 3) The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring Thy Mothers

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 12, 2008

A woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Honoring Mothers on Mother’s day. This message was delivered to a group of senior citizen ladies ranging from 70 years old to 102 years old on Mother’s Day.

MOTHER’s Day 05.11.2008 William Akehurst, HSWC A woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. Prov 31:30 Honoring Mothers on Mother’s day. This message was delivered to a group of senior citizen ladies ranging from 70 years old to 102 years old on Mother’s Day Proverbs 1:7-9 7The fear ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Lord Require Of You ? Series

Contributed by Obeth Jebakumar on Oct 21, 2023

Here, in this sermon, we will learn our God's expectation in the life of His children. This study will help to know better the desire in God's heart.

Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, to love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God. Deuteronomy 10:12,13 And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you, But to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all His ways and to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12, Micah 6:8

Denomination: Methodist

Biblical Faith (Part 1)

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2006

This two-part sermon examines faith as it is taught in the scriptures. Faith fundamental to the Christian life and without faith, it is impossible to please God; therefore, understanding faith is a foundational issue. Faith enables us to obey, overcome an

Biblical Faith (Part 1) Most people have heard teaching on the biblical principles of faith in the past; however, this topic is essential for the Christian walk and should be revisited from time to time. It is good to restudy important biblical topics and approach them from a fresh perspective. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3

Denomination: Baptist