Sermons on Control:

Who's In Control Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 25, 2009

We as humans have a hard time giving up control of anything, but in order to find the abundant life Jesus offers, we must cede authority of our lives to Him, even if that means going into choppy waters.

We began last time by looking at Jesus as He came down from giving the Sermon on the Mount. He begins to demonstrate that it isn’t all talk—that He really is the coming King and controls His creation, both the visible and invisible. We see Him first approached by two people who really have no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-34

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Is In Control

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009

Sometimes it seems like we’re on a run away rollercoaster, in times like these we need to be reminded that (God is still in Control).

I want to start this message by prophesying to somebody: God is in control, it doesn’t matter what is happening in the economy, and it doesn’t matter what is happening on a political level, or whose in the white house. It doesn’t matter what they do to social security, healthcare, or anything ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Self Control Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008

The struggle for self-control goes on entirely inside an individual, but the results of self-control, or lack of it, show up entirely on the outside of a person.

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23) It’s probably fitting that “self-control” is the last fruit of the Spirit in our nine week study. It may be the most ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self-Control Series

Contributed by David Marks on Oct 14, 2007

¡§Self-control is the ability to keep cool while someone else is making it hot for you.¡¨ (Unknown quote)

¡§Self-control is the ability to keep cool while someone else is making it hot for you.¡¨ (Unknown quote) A mother was in a grocery store with her little boy in the shopping cart. She just picked him up from daycare after work and needed to get groceries for dinner. As she went up and down the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Self Control

Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 28, 2007

This message address some of the root causes of many personal and societal problems.

Self Control Text: Prov. 25:28 Intro: It is evident that many personal and societal problems stem from lack of self control. Look at the evidence-lack of control in: addictions anger divorce drug abuse greed illicit sex materialism murder rudeness unwise spending etc, ad ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Is In Control? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 28, 2013

When we look around at our nation and our culture it is easy to become discouraged and bummed out. But in these two psalms we see reasons for rejoicing no matter what life throws our way.

Psalm 33 is a “descriptive praise” psalm. These types of psalms have two main elements: a call to worship and a cause for worship. In this case, the psalmist’s cause to worship God is that He is the creator of the earth and is sovereign over it and all of the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Of "Control" At The Cross!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Apr 25, 2012

To understand and appreciate the magnitude of God’s sovereign control over the sequence of events leading upto the Cross.

Of “Control” at the Cross Who has not come across this old saying …Rule 1.Your boss is always right. Rule 2. If you think the boss is wrong refer to rule 1. TAKE HEART THERE IS A BIG BOSS OVER ALL THE BOSSES. Of several Hebrew names for God, the word ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-7

Denomination: *other

Wait Control Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 4, 2012

Patience is one of those "essentials" to our walk with God. It may come in a variety of ways, especially through trials and troubles. The troubles with riches and the rich leads to patient endurance.

1. Shingles One fella walked into a doctor's office and the receptionist asked him what he had. He said, "Shingles." So she took down his name, address, medical insurance number and told him to have a seat. Fifteen minutes later a nurse's aid came out and asked him what he had. He said, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is In Control Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

To believe that God is in control is huge (especially for us 'control freaks'). It takes a lot of faith and even more surrender, but when taken by faith it opens up a world of peace and hope.

I must admit that at the moment I write this, my faith in God's sovereignty is being tested so severely, I struggle to finish the first paragraph.* I wish I could say the great truth of God's sovereignty was a bedrock of my life - but I confess to have great trouble accepting it - much less ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort Control Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 11, 2014

We are comforted knowing God is in control.

Imagine a set of scales. On one side, let us put all your struggles. Maybe you had parents who were neglectful, mean, or played favorites. Add the dead-end job and the hateful boss who has been promoted beyond his ability. Some would include a bad marriage or rebellious children. There are bad ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Control Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 21, 2014

A sermon examining the exciting reality that God is in control.

GOD IS IN CONTROL Haggai 2:20-23 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, October 26th, 2025) There are many things this world that we have no control over. Social security is going bankrupt, the national debt is nearing forty trillion, the government is currently shut down, wages are stagnant, ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Control

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 22, 2014

Do you ever look at the things that happen in your life and the things that are going on the world around us and feel like everything is out of control? Regardless how chaotic things may appear understand that God is on His throne and He is in control.

God Is In Control Isaiah 45:6-7 Do you ever look at the things that happen in your life and the things that are going on the world around us and feel like everything is out of control? Questions arise. Why do things happen the way they do? Why do bad things happen to good people? Is everything ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Control

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Jul 8, 2014

God is still in control of our lives, creation and everything else....

God is in Control Sermon Outline by Pastor Paddick Van Zyl Intro: What is ‘being in control’ like? What is ‘being out of control’ like? Having control over something or in a situation means that we can manipulate the situation and steer it as we wish. Having no ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Controlling Anger Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2010

Learning how to control our anger through the Bible.

CONTROLLING ANGER Sermon Number 3 January 10, 2010 John Hunter was an 18th century British surgeon, who suffered from angina. He realized most of his attacks were brought on by anger. Hunter lamented, “My life is at the mercy of any scoundrel who chooses to put me in a passion.” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

Controlling Anger Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2010

How to control our anger

CONTROLLING ANGER Sermon Number 4 January 17, 2010 Today is the big game. I have some concerns about today’s game for a couple of reasons. First, I am a little nervous about the Jets coming in and winning. The Colts opened the door for them, and they might just walk through. No matter ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist