Sermons on Depend Upon:

Joy Series

Contributed by Don Vanzant on Sep 30, 2011

God gives joy to those who abide in Him which is not dependent on circumstances but is actually compatible with pain.

Years ago I spent the last four months of seminary in the Clinical Pastoral Education program or CPE as a chaplain on the third floor of Central Baptist Hospital. It was a great experience, but not one that suited me too well. I was assigned to the respiratory ward where people were mostly ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Provision Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 15, 2017

We can depend on God. God's work, done in God's way, will never lack God's supply.

The prophet of God has just pronounced a drought, sent by God although not mentioned. • The drought will end only at his word – which means at God’s bidding, when God said so. • We know that it lasted for 3.5 years because of two accounts in NT: • James 5:17 - Elijah was a human being, even as we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Humans Sin But God Still Loves! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 10, 2015

If a Christian humbles himself/herself (depend on and trust in God’s grace), God will show favor!

Ever wonder about this question: If God already knew people were going to sin against Him, why did He create them?? Open your Bibles to James and look back briefly with me to James 1:16-17… God is self-sufficient! God existed sufficiently before humans! God has no need for anything or ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reaping, Sowing & Doing Good

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 25, 2012

We must be patient and allow God to work in and through us, entirely depending on the power of the Holy Spirit.

Reaping, Sowing & Doing Good June 24, 2012 60th Anniversary Homecoming Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be patient and allow God to work in and through us, entirely depending on the power of the Holy Spirit. Focus Passage: Galatians 6:6-10 Supplemental ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Can't We Be Friends

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 1, 2006

This sermon is built upon Rev. Jerry Shirley’s Message, Married, But Not Friends. He did a great job. I expanded upon some of his ideas.

Why Can’t We Be Friends Why can’t we be friends: Much of this message comes from a message by Rev. Jerry Shirley entitled, Married, But Not Best Friends. I have expounded on some of the truths that he shared. Song of Songs 5:16-5:16 Let me read you a verse from one of the great love ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sand And The Stone

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Jan 8, 2008

What is the foundation of your Spiritual Life built upon? We can only thrive as Christian when our lives are built upon the Rock of Jesus Christ.

The Sand and the Stone Scripture: Luke 6:47-49 Big Idea: We must build our lives on the foundation of Jesus Christ in order to survive Satan’s storms 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built an house, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:47-49

Denomination: *other

Part Ii Death And The Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

The Bible puts the responsibility for sin and evil, and all of its consequences upon those who choose to defy God, and not upon God, who gave them their choices.

PART II DEATH AND THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD On December 7, 1941 bombs fell on many sons in Pearl Harbor, and hundreds of families had their hopes and dream shattered. On December 8, a man who had been up sobbing all night because he lost his son confronted his pastor in anger and said, "What ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

No Hope, False Hope, True Hope

Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003

There are those today without hope, while others have false hope. Is there a True Hope that we can depend on?

“No Hope; False Hope; True Hope” Titus 2:13 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Although Faith & Hope are closely linked together, but they should be clearly distinguished. B. Faith has work to perform today; Hope cheers faith along the way and points to rewards of service. C. Faith comes ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Floats, But Faith Walks

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

In the midst of life’s storms, it takes faith to walk upon the crests of the waves.

Hope Floats, but Faith Walks Background Text: Matthew 14:22-33 A. Location affects perception - When in the midst of a crisis, we are not only influenced by our own emotion, but by the emotion and perception of others. (“Boy I’d hate to be in your shoes” “What are you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Putting Life In Order Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 4, 2010

The health of family life has a significant impact upon the health of society.

“Law & Order: SPU – Putting Life in Order” Ex. 20:12; 1Tim. 5:1-16 A Sunday school teacher, in her class of 5 & 6 year olds, had just finished discussing this commandment about honoring your father and mother. She asked, “Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Last Lap

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Feb 23, 2009

The most important part of the race is the last lap. You can win or lose depending on how well you are prepared for it

THE LAST LAP Opening Hymn Scripture Reading: 2 Tim. 4:1-8 Closing Hymn James was excited as he turned the two hundred mark heading towards home. Two and three –quarter laps had gone and he was still in the lead. His one and only goal was to win this race and he was full of confidence that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Adventist

Revelation Lesson #20 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Apr 17, 2024

We were given insights to the judgment where all evil beasts and Satan, himself, were cast into the lake which burns with fire and brimstone. Here in chapter 20 we see the first punishment upon Satan where he is cast into the bottomless pit for a thousand years.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-15, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:7-10, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17, Matthew 25:1-46, Zechariah 6:1-8, Zechariah 6:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law And The Promise Series

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Jul 15, 2003

The promise created a religion dependent on God. The law created a religion dependent on man. The promise centers on God’s work. The law centered on man’s work. The promise focuses on God’s grace, sovereignty, and blessings. The law focused on man’s duty,

THE LAW AND THE PROMISE TEXT: Galatians 3:15-25 INTRODUCTION: A. ABRAHAM AND MOSES 1. Abraham received the promise 2. Moses received the Law. 3. God told Abraham, “I will.” 4. God told Moses, “Thou shalt.” B. THE PROMISE AND THE LAW 1. The promise created a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-25

"what Kind Of Shepherd Is The Lord?"

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 12, 2022

People, unfortunately, are sheep, but the Lord, fortunately, is the Good Shepherd.

WHAT KIND OF SHEPHERD IS THE LORD? PSALM 23 Upon whom do you depend? How do you know you can depend upon them? Who depends upon you? How can they be sure you’re dependable? It takes strong relationships to know. We depend upon our parents, our spouse, our children, our siblings, our friends, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fight Of Faith

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 19, 2010

This message deals with the power and effectiveness of faith that rests squarely upon and sole in the Lord.

The Fight Of Faith By Rev. Donnie L. Martin Text: 1 Tim. 6:12; 1 Sam. 17:45-47 I. GOD WAS THE OBJECT OF DAVID’S FAITH A. Notice The Difference Between Faith And Fear. B. Notice David’s Dependence On God’s Faithfulness. II. GOLIATH WAS THE OBJECTIVE OF DAVID’S ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Denomination: Baptist