Sermons on Defiance Toward God:

When Life Is Treated As "cheap!" Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 7, 2021

Can God accept a murderer? He accepted Saul; and He has accepted many of us who were once filled with bitterness toward others. Those who turn from their evil to receive Christ as Master over life will be accepted by the Living God.

“Now when they heard these things they were enraged, and they ground their teeth at him. But he, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. And he said, ‘Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of Man standing at the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Is God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013

To live a life of thankfulness we must have a foundation of the reasons for our thankfulness... the first is that God is God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 1, 2013 Date Preached: November 3, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building a Foundation for a Thankful Life Sermon Title: The 1st Piling – God is God Sermon Text: Isaiah 40:25-31 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

One Thing Leads To Another

Contributed by Ish Engle on Sep 19, 2006

For every action, there is a reaction and a series of events unfold. When we act toward God, we move unfold events to God’s glory. When we allow sin to move us, we move toward more sin.

Once again the Pharisees thought they had the perfect situation. They had a woman who had been caught in an adulterous act. Hebrew law said that she should be stoned, though divorce was the more common solution of the day. Still, if Jesus didn’t say, “Stone her,” they could show people that He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Greatness In Serving Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 6, 2021

The disciples had to learn, often the hard way, that following Jesus does not mean favoritism from Him. They had to learn that service towards God and others is to be done with a loving, gracious attitude and not with an ego.

You have to admit that James and John thought a lot about their ability to serve the Lord Jesus. They wanted places of honor in the Kingdom of God without coming to grips with the hardship that follows everyone who gives their lives to Him. The disciples and all who would surrender their lives ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Making An Impact For God Sermon Vii: Advancing With Confidence Through It All Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 20, 2020

Mature Christians prepare themselves as did Joshua to go forward in confidence when the Lord signals us that it is time to move on from where we are and to proceed toward that which is far better.

ADVANCING WITH CONFIDENCE TO THAT PROMISED INHERITANCE “Attention!” “Right Face!” “Company!” “Forward March!” A familiar command to veteran soldiers! How we hated to get up in the morning, but once we assembled and our company commander shouted those ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:2-17

Is Your Prayer Hitting The Bull's-Eye? Series

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on May 4, 2002

Our prayers are to be targeted at others, our prayers are to be targeted toward our leaders, the price has already been paid, but are our hands cleansed enough to raise toward God in prayer?

Sermon Title: Is Your Prayer Hitting the Bull’s-Eye? Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – May 5, 2002 Scripture Introduction: If there is an item that many of us may struggle with, I think we all have some difficulty being told how to do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: *other

Loving The Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024

This sermon explores God's immense love, our tendency towards darkness, and the call to live in the light of truth, urging self-reflection and transformation.

Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together in this sacred space, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. As we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God today, let us remember that each time we come together in His name, we are fulfilling ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Topics: Jesus' Response, Nicodemus

Accepting God’s Kingship And Control Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 2, 2011

Kingship Psalms remind us that we have a King who is to be listed to and obeyed because He protects us and provides for us. Basically all Kingship Psalms answer the same question … “How do I respond to the rule of God in my life?”

Accepting God's Kingship and Control Psalm 2:1-12 You can listen to a full recording of this message at http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/responding-to-god-psalms/ Introduction to Reading Altogether there are 150 Psalms. In the past weeks we have been looking at different Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12, Exodus 33:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Grace Of Predestination Series

Contributed by W. Bryan Wheeler on Jan 19, 2002

The first manifestation of God’s grace toward us is not the cross of Jesus Christ, but the eternal choice of God the Father.

Exposition on Ephesians - #5 ‘THE GRACE OF PREDESTINATION’ Preached on January 14th 2001 (pm) Text: Read; Ephesians 1:3-6 Intro: In our last study, we considered what we called the ‘WHY ME?’ question—the question that every true Christian, at one time or another asks—‘Lord, Why me? Why ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Easy Grace

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Mar 19, 2004

“God’s grace towards us is based on his love and our total inability to meet God’s standards.”

Amanda bought me a monkey for Christmas. I didn’t want a monkey in our house so I objected. “Where is he going to eat?” I asked “At our table” “Where is he going to sleep?” I inquired. “In our bed” “What about the odor?” I demanded. She said – “I got used to you; I guess the monkey can ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Attitudes Of Receiving The Word

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Mar 29, 2003

A sermon showing four attitudes towards recieving God’s Word. Reality check for some christians

Four attitudes of receiving the Word Mat 13:1-9 and 18-23 I Introduction This parable of the sower always reminds me of the garden in my dad’s backyard. Remember how I’ve spent hours there preparing the ground. Sowing the seeds, chasing the dog, the cat, the birds – you name it—and then in the end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do I Have To Obey My Parents?

Contributed by Chris Smith on Jun 9, 2003

Sermon directed towards older children - teenagers regarding God’s command to honor and obey parents.

Ephesians 6:1-3 (for the young people) Why should you Honor and obey your parents? Introduction: When God gave to Moses the Ten Commandments, He gave them a complete system. In it, He placed everything that was necessary for His people to be an example to the other nations. You see, God wants ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3, Colossians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

A Demand For Holiness - A Holiness Expressed By The New Life Received From A Gracious God

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

Milk is for what purpose? To provide the nutrition for the baby to grow healthy. Today we will discover how Apostle Peter uses an illustration of milk regarding growing toward spiritual maturity.

1 Peter Series Part 7 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness (1:13 – 2:3) Title: A holiness expressed by the new life received from a gracious God Text: 1 Peter 2:1-3 INTRO: The taste of a fresh baked pie. or mom or grandma’s home-made food and desserts? And when you put the treat in your mouth and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Repentance, Faith, Ressurection And Judgement Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Oct 9, 2005

Repentance from dead works and faith toward God. Resurrection of the dead and eternal judgment.

Repentance from dead works and faith toward God Reading Ps 32; Mt 15:1-9 Introduction Last time we saw that a passage can look straightforward when we read it superficially; obscure when you look at it more closely and then straight forward again when you read it in its context, bearing in mind ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Rising Above Spiritual Mediocrity

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 24, 2007

God desires that we continue to move closer to Him in our race toward heaven.

February 4, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 19:16-22; Ephesians 3:14-20 Subject: Living for Jesus Title: Rising Above Spiritual Mediocrity This guy sees a sign in front of a house: "Talking Dog for Sale." He rings the bell and the owner tells him the dog is in the backyard. The guy goes into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God