Sermons on Depend:

I Am Under Construction

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 17, 2012

Depending on who you talk to, construction zones are not the places of peace and contentment. They are chaotic and dangerous. Most people will say that they are messed up places, dangerous places, and oftentimes unsightly places to look at. Please be pat

I AM UNDER CONSTRUCTION by Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. TEXT:- Philippians 1:1-6 “Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6, Philippians 1:1-16

Denomination: Apostolic

"Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 16, 2007

When we pray for "daily bread" we pray for all that we need to sustain life, employment, safe and secure government, faithful spouse, faithful neighbors,etc. It is a prayer of dependence, admiting that God is our provider.

In Jesus Holy Name May 6, 2007 Text: Matthew 6:11 Easter V - Redeemer “Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread….” 4th in the Series: “Prayer: Connecting to Our Father” Bill Hybels in his book: “Too Busy Not to Pray” begins with these words: “Prayer is an unnatural activity. From birth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11, 3 John 1:2, Jeremiah 2:2

Denomination: Lutheran

Judging

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 7, 2014

The people of the world are often quick to paraphrase a portion of the Word of God regarding judging one another. However, are they correct? Should we judge them and each other? Well ... it all depends on what you mean by the word ...

The people of the world have some favorite Bible verses, or at least portions of Bible verses … One is that Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery, “Neither do I condemn you.” What Jesus actually said was, “Neither do I condemn you. Go now and leave your life of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Nazarene

First Steps In Saving America

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 30, 2016

Saving America from our mess is bigger than who will be our next President. It is a prayerful dependence on God that comes by seeking God in his will; trusting God in his Grace; and Joining God in his Purpose.

1. I am convinced that America is in an almost hopeless mess. a. Our hope is not in a new POTUS or US Congress b. It is not on a new focus of government c. Our hope is where it has always been, "In God We Trust" -- not our schemes/ourselves 2. Revival Prayer In 1857 there was a 46 year old man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Fear

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Conquering fear is not a matter of personal determination. It is dependence on the God who we can trust and love. In Christ you can conquer your fear TODAY! Conquering fear all begins by having a personal relationship with Christ

Intro: Everyone knows what it is like to be afraid. We all have things that we are afraid of – lightning, snakes, criminals, or the unknown. There are also hidden fears that affect us – fear of failure causes many people to never start, or try anything that is not completely safe. Fear of rejection ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: *other

Faith In Action: "When The Spirit Takes Over”

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

My success and your success depend on how much you and I let the Holy Spirit take the reign of our lives. When the Holy Spirit takes over, He changes everything. Nothing stays the same.

Last week was a challenge; today is encouragement. This year, you will face tons of mountain-like challenges, and you will be tempted to draw strength and strategies on your human force and intellect, and social connection that are readily available at your disposal. But it's an encouragement ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10, Ezra 3:2-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, John 18:37

Denomination: Foursquare

Truths Worth Fighting For

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 26, 2023

Some truths, those that define the Faith of Christ the Lord, demand that we stand firm in defending them against distortion. The faithful depend upon each of us as followers of Christ to defend the Faith, speaking the truth in love.

“Some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, ‘Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.’ And after Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Persistently Patient Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

Those who do not learn this lesson, and who just cannot accept their limitations, can never become mature adults, let alone mature Christians. Maturity is directly dependent upon one's patience.

All our lives we are being tested on our ability to wait. Those who fail to learn early become candidates for insanity. Nothing is more frustrating than to have an impatient mind in a world where you cannot control all that is necessary to fulfill all your desires and dreams. Gutzon Borglum, who ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-4

Disciplining Our Thought Life Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 26, 2020

We all live in the world between our ears. Our quality of life depends on the way we manage our thoughts. Message expounds Philippians 4:8 and explores how we develop a disciplined mind.

We all live in the world between our ears! During this message today we will all have different experiences. Just because we’re all listening to the same message or sitting in the same sanctuary does not mean we’re having the same experience. There will be similarities. But your experience is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:17, Ephesians 6:16-17, John 8:44, Psalm 103:1-8, Psalm 27:4, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 23:25-28, Psalm 101:3, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Matthew 5:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of New Promises Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 15, 2022

There are 750 promises in the New Testament. That's nearly 1/10 of that entire section of your Bible. Why does God put such an emphasis on promises, and how can we learn to depend upon them?

OPEN: A little boy was walking on the beach, and he saw an older woman sitting under a beach umbrella. And he walked up to her and asked, “Are you a Christian?” “Yes.” she replied. “Do you read your Bible every day?” She nodded her head, “Yes.” “Do you pray often?” he asked next, and again she ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Touch Of Faith

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 19, 2020

The woman with the flow of blood received her outstanding miracle not just because of her touch but because of her touch accompanied with faith. Your miracle depends on your measure of faith. What is your level of faith today?

Jesus heals the woman with issue of blood - This is a miracle recorded in 3 gospels of the Bible. Matthew 9:20-22; Mark 5:25-34; Luke 8:43-48 Matthew 9:20-22 - And suddenly, a woman who had a flow of blood for twelve years came from behind and touched the hem of His garment. For she said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22, Mark 5:25-34, Luke 8:43-48, John 11:40, Matthew 11:23  (view more)  (view less)

The Chief Cornerstone

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 24, 2024

What are you depending on? Where do you get your strength? Jesus is the Chosen Stone, Living, Tried, Precious. We are living stones in Him, being chiseled until we fit His purposes.

THE CHIEF CORNERSTONE 1 Peter 2:4-8; Ps. 118:22, "The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the Corner." Eph. 2:20, "And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief Cornerstone." INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Happens After You Die? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 3, 2003

What happens after death is widely argued among non-Christians. The simple truth is: when you die, you will continue to exist and where you spend eternity depends on the choices you make in the here and now.

What Happens After You Die? Luke 16:19-31 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION How old were you when you began to realize people die? One of my earliest memories was when I was about five years old and my family was traveling to Panama City, Florida to attend my grandfather’s funeral. I recall ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde

Contributed by James May on May 21, 2006

There’s a Jekyll and Hyde in every one of us. Which nature will win? It all depends upon whether we allow Jesus’ blood to cleanse us from sin, or try to defeat Mr. Hyde on our own.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde By Pastor Jim May In 1886, Robert Louis Stevenson authored a book titled, “The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde”. The whole gist of the book concerns the way in which an individual is made up of emotions and desires that are opposite to one another: some good and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wrestles With God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 31, 2006

The whole experience of PRAYER is not to wrestle with God over our demands, but to know the heart of the One who seek to bless us and call us to a higher purpose in life, and help us understand our utter dependence on Him for success.

This picture of Jacob wrestling with a God-man can be considered as one of the most bizarre encounter in the Bible. • He was all alone, having sent his family and all his possessions across the stream. • It was in the night, and he wrestled with this God-man until daybreak. Many see him as a hero ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible