Sermons on Deliberate:

The Blasphemy Against The Spirit Will Not Be Forgiven Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 28, 2015

The “unforgiveable sin” is: • a deliberate rejection • of the deity of Jesus • when you know it is true

We’ve been looking at the hard sayings of Jesus for the past five weeks now. For the most part, Jesus has been addressing those hard sayings to those who are not yet His disciples. He is pointing out to them that becoming His disciple requires more than just saying the right words or engaging ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31

Denomination: Baptist

Influential Fathers Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

Children need a male influence in the home. And by influence, we do not mean just an occasional appearance or a buddy dad, but a deliberate father.

Children Need Fathers Children need a male influence in the home. And by influence, we do not mean just an occasional appearance or a buddy dad, but a deliberate father. While presence is a part of fathering, and sometimes children need a friend who will listen, fathering is intentional and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah The Deserter Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

He was a deliberate, determined, disobedient deserter of duty, and yet he was an instrument of God for the salvation of many. That is the real wonder, and not the whale experience.

Jonah is one of the most famous books of the Old Testament. It is known of by masses of people who never read any of the Bible. Strange as it may seem it was the first book of the Bible to be translated into Chinese. The trouble with all the widespread knowledge about Jonah is that it is all ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Steps To Activate Restoration In Your Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 30, 2025

Restoration does not just happen automatically; there are deliberate steps of faith, obedience, and alignment with God’s promises that trigger divine restoration.

STEPS TO ACTIVATE RESTORATION IN YOUR LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.” (Joel 2:25) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cheating: The Attitude And Lifestyle Of The Dishonest

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

Cheating is a reflection of dishonesty — a deliberate act of deception to gain an unfair advantage, whether in academics, business, relationships, or even spiritual matters.

CHEATING: THE ATTITUDE AND LIFESTYLE OF THE DISHONEST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 11:1 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 19:11, Luke 16:10, Proverbs 20:23, 2 Kings 5:20-27 INTRODUCTION: Cheating is a reflection of dishonesty — a deliberate act of deception to gain an unfair advantage, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embracing God's Purpose For Men PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our identity as God's deliberate, purposeful creation, encouraging us to live in alignment with His divine design and purpose.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and we are here, together, ready to bask in the warmth of God's Word. Isn't it amazing how God's creation reflects His glory and reminds us of His love for us? We are His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Psalm 139:13-16, Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 2:10

Topics: Walking Boldly, God's Purpose

The Demands Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 24, 2002

Jesus now turns to a crowd of mixed spiritual commitment and speaks of “The Demands of Discipleship,” words that seem deliberately aimed at thinning their ranks.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 40 “The Demands of Discipleship” Luke 14:25-35 Dr. John R. Hamby When the dinner was over Jesus resumed his journey to Jerusalem. In verse twenty-five we see that when Jesus left the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Intentionally Seeking The Lost. Rejoicing When They Are Found!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 15, 2007

We are called to join in with God by deliberately, intentionally seeking out the lost. When the lost are found we are called to join with God in rejoicing!

A few years ago I was reading a book by Stephen Gaukroger. He tells the story of a New York Methodist minister who saw the need to bring his ‘ninety nine righteous’ sheep back into the fold. He put an advert in the local paper: “Lost, stolen or strayed; a large flock of Methodist sheep. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

The Orphan Adopted

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 3, 2013

Adopted - literally means "to place one as a son" - Deliberately chosen - Making him or her the rightful heir to inherit the fathers estate

-2 Sam 9:1-13 – MEPHIBOSHETH = “destroying shame” - The Adopted Lame Orphan - Father & Grandfather dead - Became lame on both of his when he fell at age 5 – 2 Sam 4:4 - Orphan - Child permanently bereaved of or abandoned by their parents. > Word found only once in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Encouragement Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 20, 2011

A book sermon from 1 Thessalonians, introducing a series through the book. To show how the ministry of deliberate encouragement is necessary to the vitality of the Body

I Thessalonians Introduction: There’s a lot of discouragement out there. Not too long ago, Hayden Planetarium in New York City issued an invitation to anyone interested in applying to be a part of the crew on the first journey to another planet. 18,000 people applied. The applications ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living A Life Of Self-Control Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

Self-control is one of the most vital virtues for every believer who desires to live a victorious Christian life. It is the ability to restrain oneself from sinful desires, harmful habits, and impulsive reactions.

LIVING A LIFE OF SELF-CONTROL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Titus 2:11-12 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Proverbs 25:28, 2 Peter 1:5-7, Romans 8:13 INTRODUCTION: Self-control is one of the most vital virtues for every believer who desires to live a victorious ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Send Others! Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jun 25, 2010

The local church is an agency of commissioning and sending. Are we deliberately training those called to ministry and affirming them via sending at the Holy Spirit's prompting?

Series Review (Midweek): Week 1: An Encounter with the King - Have the willingness to be sent! Isaiah 6 – Having the willingness to be sent & commissioned Isaiah 6:8 – “Here am I, send me!” Week 2: The Great Commission - In obedience to the Lord, be sent and make ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Name Is Wonderful Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

a message to help my audience understand the ways that God’s name is to be rightly used and to take deliberate action to make that happen in their worlds

Story - 2 elderly women in a church were discussing the problems of growing older. One said, "The worst thing is when your memory starts to go. I've known you all my life, and I can't think of your name. What is it?" The second lady thought for a moment and said, "Do you need an answer ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Our Nation Turned Its Back On God's Commandments Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 26, 2021

No city, no nation, no culture deliberately sets out to become a society of depraved miscreants, to be forever remembered as abhorrent, to give its name to an unspeakable sin.

Homily for Monday of 13th week in Course Gen 18; Mt 8:18-22 Have you ever wondered how Sodom and Gomorrah got to be the way they were in the time of Abraham and Lot? In their day gangs of violent homosexuals roamed the city night after night, invading the homes of law-abiding citizens, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33, Matthew 8:18-22

Denomination: Catholic

Go! And Choose The Path Of Faithfulness - Psalm 119:30 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 21, 2025

I have chosen to be faithful; I have determined to live by your regulations. This is not accidental. This is a deliberate act. This is a commitment. This is a declaration of allegiance to the God of truth.

Go! And Choose the Path of Faithfulness - Psalm 119:30 Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, We gather in Your presence with thankful hearts. Thank You for Your Word that is alive, active, and transformative. Lord, speak to us through Your truth. Stir within us a greater hunger for righteousness and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:30, Deuteronomy 8:3, Joshua 24:15, John 17:17, John 1:14, John 6:35, Hebrews 3:6, Romans 5:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 10:17, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal