Sermons on Creator Sustainer:

Standin' In The Need Of Grace

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 20, 2005

It’s easy for us to focus on ourselves and our alleged abilities. It’s far better to realize that we are constantly in need of the sustaining presence of God’s grace.

Passage: Judges 6:25-32 Intro: There is an old spiritual that we all know. Very simple. 1. “It’s me, it’s me oh Lord, standin’ in the need of prayer” 2. this is not a song celebrating selfishness, but the recognition of need 3. its amazing how easily pride worms into our hearts, how we begin ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith Under Fire Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

The more we trust God to sustain us, the more protection we will have against the enemy of our souls. The greater the trust, the greater our shield against the attacks of the enemy.

Faith under Fire Ephesians 6:13-16 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Miracle Bread

Contributed by David Roth on Oct 16, 2015

Proper 15 (b) Jeus is the Bread of Life which has come down from heaven. He comes down as the manna did, sustaining us and living us life.

John 6:51-69 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Miracle Bread” Today we reach the conclusion of Jesus discourse that He is the Bread of Life. We have seen how the Jews asked ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-59

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Likeminded One With Another

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 22, 2013

Churches split and experience strife for some of the most ridiculous reasons. Sermon 3 in the One Anothers Series teaches three important ways for a church to experience sustained oneness of spirit.

Be Likeminded One with Another Message 3 in “One Anothers” series Chuck Sligh September 22, 2013 TEXT: Philippians 2:2 – “Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” INTRODUCTION We are in a series on the “One Another” commands and teachings ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Is Restored Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Dec 17, 2017

Shalom is God’s peace made alive in the life of the believer. It guides, comforts, quiets, restores and sustains, regardless of life circumstances. Shalom is found nowhere apart from God.

It is possible not to see it, to miss it, to turn just as it brushes past you. And you begin to grasp what it was you missed, like Moses in the cleft of the rock, watching God's [back] fade in the distance. So stay. Sit. Linger. Tarry. Ponder. Wait. Behold. Wonder. There will be time enough for ...read more

Denomination: Other

He Is Worthy

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 16, 2019

Many camouflage their laziness with the statement, ‘despite my carelessness and laziness, God’s grace sustains me'; however, God wants us to walk worthy of our calling.

He is worthy Luke 7:4”When they came to Jesus, they earnestly implored Him, saying, "He is worthy for You to grant this to him…” ROMAN CENTURION: The above appreciation of the disciples is about the ‘Roman Centurion’ who had wholehearted faith in Jesus and also his passion for Christ was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Disciples Endure Storms Together Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 30, 2021

Everyone faces storms in their life. Sometimes these storms are life-altering, sometimes they seem impossible to overcome. Many of the greatest heroes of the Bible went through sustained storms that challenged their faith.

-ACTS OF DISCIPLESHIP- DISCIPLES ENDURE STORMS TOGETHER Acts 27:14-36 Introduction Everyone faces storms in their life. Sometimes these storms are life-altering, sometimes they seem impossible to overcome. Death, disease, marriage problems, financial problems, loss of income, disappointment, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:14-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Law Is My Delight Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 30, 2022

Psalm 119 is the most sustained act of praise and commitment to the Word of God in all of the Bible. The psalmist takes 176 verses to motivate us to get into the Bible and get the Bible into us.

All of Psalm 119 is read before me (22 readers reading eight verses each). Today we conclude our series, Life By the Book. The psalmist takes 176 verses to motivate us to get into the Bible and get the Bible into us. If you’ll continue to keep Psalm 119 open with me (page 611 in your Black pew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:169-176, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 24:35, John 10:35, Deuteronomy 17:18-19, Psalm 119:168, Psalm 119:97, Psalm 119:67, Psalm 119:164, Psalm 119:133  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Unchanging God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025

God’s immutability, or unchanging nature, is one of His defining attributes. In a world where everything is subject to change—people, circumstances, and seasons—God remains constant. His character, promises, and purposes are eternal and unshakable.

THE UNCHANGING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 3:6 “For I am the Lord, I do not change; therefore you are not consumed, O sons of Jacob.” Supporting Texts: James 1:17 Hebrews 13:8 Numbers 23:19 Psalm 102:27 Isaiah 40:8 INTRODUCTION: God’s immutability, or unchanging nature, is one ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6, James 1:17, Hebrews 13:8, Numbers 23:19, Psalm 102:27, Isaiah 40:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

2008 Is Gonna Be Great!

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 18, 2009

Encouragement for the new year

2008 is Gonna be GREAT! December 30, 2007 A reporter covering a coal-mine disaster wrote a story that began: “God looked at the grief today in this little West Virginia mining town, and He wept.” The city editor emailed back: “Forget the mine cave-in. Interview God.” Obviously, getting to know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Holiness

Who's Your Daddy?

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 17, 2012

A sermon dealing the dangers of idolatry for God's people.

“Who’s Your Daddy?” “Exodus 20:1-7” Exodus 20:3 Thou shalt have no other gods before me. 4 Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

'tis The Season To Remember Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 20, 2004

’Tis the season to worship Christ.

INTRO.- ILL.- A man called the church office one day and said, "Can I please speak to the head hog at the trough?" The secretary, highly offended, said, "If you mean the pastor, then you may refer to him as ’Pastor’ or ’Brother,’ but you may certainly NOT refer to him as the ‘head hog at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What Shall I Render To The Lord...?"

Contributed by Jenny Inglis on Feb 13, 2003

Today we view Australian Anglicanism=s beginnings as a lens through which we may better know God who calls us ever onwards into Christ=s mission sustained with the true and living bread.

In the name of our living God, creator, redeemer and sanctifier. Amen. Today we view Australian Anglicanism’s beginnings as a lens through which we may better know God who calls us ever onwards into Christ=s mission sustained with the true and living bread. How do we as Australian Anglicans ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:11-18, John 6:25-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Funeral Of:

Contributed by David Parks on Jun 3, 2004

We realize that Death is part of the natural laws of God, commissioned by our creator to be a messenger of mercy to rescue the soul from the monsters of suffering, pain and disease. Therefore, we have not assembled here in protest of the natural laws of

FUNERAL: TEXT: INTRODUCTION: On behalf of the family of ______ ________ I want to thank you all for coming this morning. We realize that Death is part of the natural laws of God, commissioned by our creator to be a messenger of mercy to rescue the soul from the monsters of suffering, pain and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And Stand On Christ, The Firm Foundation 1 Corinthians 3:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 22, 2025

Consider a central truth of our faith: Christ is the firm foundation on which we stand. In a world filled with shifting sands, uncertainties, and trials, we are called to stand on the unshakeable, immovable foundation that is Jesus Christ.

Go! And Stand on Christ, the Firm Foundation 1 Corinthians 3:11 Introduction Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a central truth of our faith: Christ is the firm foundation on which we stand. In a world filled with shifting sands, uncertainties, and trials, we are called to stand on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Isaiah 28:16, Ephesians 2:19-20, Hebrews 6:19, Matthew 7:24-25, Psalm 18:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal