Sermons on Cry Out To God:

Out Of The Ashes, New Life

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Sep 10, 2005

In the midst of his exile, Ezekiel saw a vision of God. In the midst of our own troubles, God is still there if we will only look up.

Out of Ashes, New Life Ezekiel 1:1-3 September 11, 2005 Things sometimes happen in life that are so dramatic or stressful or incomprehensible or life altering, that it changes the way we tell time. I have had a friend for about 20 years who I met while he was recovering from a nine month ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 1:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

How To Get Out Of The Dumps

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Aug 27, 2003

In a self oriented society that couldn’t care less where should the believer turn? and what should he do?

Yesterday, I took my son and 3 years old grandson to the city dump with a load of my wife’s accumulated ’treasures.’ As I was waiting to give this message I associated that experience with the person who has the feeling that nothing is going right, problems are everywhere, coping is impossible, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Making Good Out Of Evil

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 6, 2003

Epiphany 5: The evil one attempts to drive a wedge between the believer and God. But God, through the Cross and Resurrection, triumphs over all the wiles of the enemy.

By showing us what happened in the life of Job, God shares amazing insights that allow us to understand life just a little bit better. Having the book of Job is a little bit like having the playbook of the opposing team. We see the strategy of the enemy – satan – that old accuser. The playbook ...read more

Scripture: Job 7:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Strike Three, Your Out!

Contributed by William Rushing on Jul 29, 2002

This sermon looks at the Law of the Nazarite found in Numbers 6 and compares them to Samson’s life as a Nazarite. God shows his mercy when we fail.

I. Introduction a. Intro to book of Numbers. i. What is a Nazarite b. Intro to book of Judges i. Intro to Samson 1. Son of Manoah 2. Wife was childless 3. Gave birth to Samson after a man of God said they would. 4. Would be a Nararite II. Strike One: Wine (Num. 6:1-4) a. High priest was ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Break Out Of The Comfort Zone Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 13, 2004

Why do people not move forward with their dreams? Could it be others trying to suppress them?

Did anyone this week decide they were living in the comfort zone of life and decide it is time to make a change, to escape the zone and move into the Borderland? It becomes an issue of dealing with the accumulation of fear which has prevented you from moving forward, in dealing with the phrase, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Down But Not Out (Part1) Series

Contributed by Rick Brown on Feb 9, 2008

Reasons to Praise the Lord in the midst of suffering

“DOWN BUT NOT OUT” (PART 1) 2 CORINTHIANS 1:1-11 BRBC 2/3/08 INTRO: SUFFERING IS ONE OF THE MYSTERY’S OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE. WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE? WHY DOES GOD ALLOW SUFFERING TO TAKE ITS TERRIBLE TOLL ON HIS PEOPLE? WHEN WE THINK OF SUFFERING WE MOST OFTEN THINK OF IT ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Our Salvation

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 5, 2008

What does it mean to really be saved? How should it look like?

Ephesians 2:10 “Living Out Our Salvation” Vv. 8-9 • This is the fundamental truth of our faith: salvation is by grace alone through faith alone. • “Not of yourselves” o Nothing we can do to earn it, add to it, or take away from it; it truly is a gift from God. • “Lest any man should ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

When You Are Called Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores Abraham's obedience to God's call, emphasizing the importance of truly knowing God to serve Him with energy, boldness, and contentment. Opening

Good morning, beloved. We are gathered here today, not by chance, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to commune, to learn, and to grow in our faith. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Topics: Moving, God

When You Are Called Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores Abraham's obedience to God's call, emphasizing the importance of truly knowing God to serve Him with energy, boldness, and contentment. Opening

Good morning, beloved. We are gathered here today, not by chance, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to commune, to learn, and to grow in our faith. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Topics: Moving, God

Inside Out Series

Contributed by Steve Miller on Jun 4, 2007

When it comes to serving God and influencing others, you can keep yourself New in Box (NIB) or you can put yourself in Gods hands. Our value is inseparable from our purposes to serve, influence, and impact.

Inside Out Acts 6:3-15, 7:51-53,58, 8:1-4 Series: Vertigo: Discovering Your Direction through Service: 1.The Way Up is Down 2.Firm Footing 3.A Little Does a Lot 4.Inside Out Written by Steve Miller, as part of the NRHC Carolina Network (pastor@centergrovebc.org) I. Vertigo Lead-In: God wants to ...read more

Denomination: *other

A Little Too Eager For The End Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 14, 2025

Sometimes we look at the evil in the world and cry out, "Lord, come quickly!" What are some things we need to consider, though, before issuing that cry?

EAGER FOR THE END: One important Biblical prayer is “Lord, come quickly!” - Revelation 22:20. - The KJV has this verse as “come quickly.” What is the meaning there? We live in a world of heartache and turmoil. In many times down through the centuries the church has been under severe persecution. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 30:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Time Out Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 2, 2000

On keeping the Sabbath, recognizing it as a gift from God, a temporary lifting of the curse of labor and economic utilitarianism.

Before I became a Christian I got into a lot of New Age stuff, from Tarot to numerology. I didn’t spend a lot of time on numerology, I didn’t really start enjoying numbers until I got my computer, but I did find out that my personal number was seven. I don’t remember exactly how the formula goes ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sent Out

Contributed by Barney Hudson on Oct 12, 2001

A reminder that even though we are not perfect God loves us and has work for us to do.

“Sent Out” Luke 9:1-6 October 14, 2001 Are we living in the End Times? Is the final battle between God and Satan spoken of in the book of Revelation about to begin? That question is on the minds of many Christians. Was the fiery end of the twin towers and the death of so many thousands just the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reaching Out

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on May 31, 2007

: God has called His church to reach out with the life changing Gospel of Jesus Christ.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION: Have you considered the number of civic and social organizations in operation today that are doing “good”. The American Red Cross, Fund for the Arts, Boys and Girl Scouts of America, health based organizations such as MS Society or American Cancer society, civic groups such as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Work It Out Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Sep 25, 2011

EOLS: Salvation is by Grace, but God gives us the opportunity to work out our personal maturation.

Working it Out Philippians 2:12-13 (12) Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, (13) for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist