Sermons on Depend:

Overcoming Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 16, 2021

We are commanded to see that there is peace in the family of God. Paul teaches that each person is responsible for their own actions in this matter. “If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.”

Romans 12:17-21 “Overcoming” (Prevailing or Conquering or Defeating) I. V.18 Live Peaceably - Here, we are commanded to see that there is peace in the family of God. Notice that God says that each person is responsible for their own actions in this matter. “If it is possible, as much as depends on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Unless The Lord Builds The House

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 22, 2017

God building our house and guarding us sounds strictly providential, but God’s involvement is ENTIRELY DEPENDENT ON OUR COOPERATION WITH HIM; they are blessings outflowing from our abiding and obedience.

UNLESS THE LORD BUILDS THE HOUSE Ps. 127:1 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Sometimes things in life are turned upside down. 2. I heard about a man who picked up a homeless man and took him to Denney’s for breakfast. While eating the man asked him how he ended up this way. 3. He said, "Up until ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transforming Friendships

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2017

The gaining of friends depends upon the ability of a person to demonstrate friendliness toward others. Anyone who is a friend himself will always meet others who are eager to return his kindness and interest.

11-7-05 Title: Transforming Friendships Text: “Tychicus, a beloved brother, faithful minister, and fellow servant in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me. I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,” (Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Gods Favor..gods Plan..gods Idea...

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on May 17, 2015

You have to rest on Gods ability not yours, nothing is impossible when you depend on Gods ability, instead of your own... His results know no boundaries, His results are limitless.

Gods Favor..Gods Plan..Gods Ideas All Mothers are special and should be celebrated... A little boy forgot his lines in a Sunday school presentation. His mother was in the front row to prompt him. She gestured and formed the words silently with her lips, but it did not help. Her son’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Intercessory Prayer Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

This message is all about the importance of praying for other people. 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 teaches us an important lesson: Asking for prayer is not a sign of weakness. It's a mark of dependence.

INTRODUCTION A little girl asked her grandmother, “Grandmother, how old are you?” Her grandmother said, “Sweetheart, it’s not nice to ask a woman her age.” The next day the granddaughter said, “Grandmother, how much do you weigh?” The grandmother replied, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Bridge Too Far?

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 1, 2018

Does your faith waiver when on the mountaintops or in the valleys of life? Read this sermon to find out how to have faith that does not depend on one's circumstances but on one's belief in a risen Savior.

A Bridge too Far? Mark 9:14-29 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Whether one is on the mountaintop of blessings or in the valleys of trials and tribulations, keeping one’s faith in Jesus is not an easy task! When we are the recipients of blessings it is easy to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Warning To Israel: Peter’s Sermon Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 8, 2017

This shows that Jesus was one with the Father, and co-equal with Him; while the apostles knew that they were weak, sinful men, and dependent for everything on Jesus, whose power effected the cure of the crippled man.

August 19, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: A Warning to Israel: Peter’s Sermon (3.12-26) Acts 3.12-26 (KJV) 12 And when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people, Ye men of Israel, why marvel ye at this? or why look ye so earnestly on us, as though by our own power ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Perfecting The Saints

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jul 4, 2022

God demands holiness and perfection from his children. As saints of God, believers must strive to constantly abide in God's presence and depend wholly on him to attain perfection.

TEXT: 1 Peter 5:10 "But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you." GOD DEMANDS PERFECTION No matter how close you are to God, you must strive for perfection ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10, Psalm 138:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Prepares PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2023

Explore how the story of Jonah teaches us that God prepares us for suffering, salvation, and complete dependence on Him, and that our deepest hurts can often lead to God's greatest blessings.

Good morning, church family. Today, we're diving deep into the heart of the Book of Jonah. This isn't just a story about a man being swallowed by a big fish, although that's the part we tend to remember. No, Jonah's story is about so much more. It's about how God prepares us for suffering, for ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:11-16

Topics: Preparation, God

The God Of Unfailing Perfection

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 8, 2025

The perfection of God means He is entirely holy, absolutely consistent, and eternally dependable. He is not subject to moods, decay, time, or faults. Everything He does is perfect in timing, purpose, and execution.

THE GOD OF UNFAILING PERFECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 18:30 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 32:4, Matthew 5:48, Hebrews 6:18, James 1:17, Isaiah 46:9-10 INTRODUCTION: In a world of imperfection—where promises are broken, people fail, systems collapse, and even nature is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jehovah-Jireh

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 3, 2017

Jehovah-Jireh; the LORD will provide. Do we really believe this? Do we really believe this correctly? Is the Lord our Vending Machine in the sky or does the Lord really provide even though we may be walking through the valley of the shadow of death?

Genesis 22:1-19 (Please open your Bibles so you can read along) Think about our Memory Refresher Scripture for today – Philippians 4:6-7. “Do not be anxious about anything!” Have you ever noticed that sometimes the things we become anxious about are because we have done something wrong and have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Mark 16:17-18, Genesis 1:1, Genesis 2:8, Proverbs 3:5-7, John 14:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Work And Rest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 29, 2024

If you want to enjoy God-honoring, fulfilling work, then work in His power, and rest with His blessing.

John Ortberg tells an old story about a mother who walks in on her six-year-old son and finds him sobbing. “What's the matter?” she asks. ”I've just figured out how to tie my shoes.” “Well, honey, that's wonderful. You're growing up, but why are you crying?” “Because,” he says, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sermon # 47 - Avoid The Hot East Wind Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 10, 2025

God sent the hot east wind to rebuke the prophet Jonah. If we want to avoid the hot east wind from blowing over our lives we must set aside pride and disobedience and live in humility and obedience to the sovereign Lord.

Our meditation is based on Jonah 4:8, “After the sun had risen, God sent a hot east wind, and Jonah was about to faint from the heat of the sun beating down on his head. So he wished he were dead. "I am better off dead than alive," he said.” (GNB) Jonah was a prophet of God who preached ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:8, Daniel 4:1-3, Daniel 4:29-30, Daniel 4:33-37, 1 Samuel 13:12-13, 1 Samuel 15:10-11, 1 Samuel 15:22-23, 1 Samuel 16:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Overcoming Doubt Through Faith

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025

Doubt is one of the greatest obstacles to experiencing the fullness of God’s power and promises. True faith trusts God even when circumstances seem impossible or when our emotions waver.

OVERCOMING DOUBT THROUGH FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 9:23-24 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:1, James 1:6-8, Matthew 14:31, Romans 4:20-21, Psalm 56:3 INTRODUCTION: Doubt is one of the greatest obstacles to experiencing the fullness of God’s power and promises. It is a natural ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:23-24, Hebrews 11:1, James 1:6-8, Matthew 14:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Healthy Independence-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 13, 2020

8 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-VIII—Jeremiah 17:10(:1-14) Attention: Graduation Speech Notes: When a young man was graduating from high school, he had to give a speech. He began by reading from his prepared text. “I want to talk about my mother & the wonderful influence she has had on my life,” he ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:10, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist