Sermons on Dependence On The Father:

Narnia: Father Christmas Series

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 18, 2005

Father Christmas told Peter that these gifts are ’tools and not toys’. The Holy Spirit gives us the same instruction regarding his gifts.

Chronicles of Narnia need to be thought of as a parable and, like any parable, it’s the principle characters that we need to give attention to. The principle characters in the Chronicles of Narnia are: • White witch – kept Narnia under a spell. Always winter but never Christmas. The wicked white ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Improper View Of The Father Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Nov 6, 2006

This is a series of sermons dealing with the spirit of illegitimacy.

Spirit of Ishmael An improper view of the Father Text: Gen 21:1-20 1 And the LORD visited Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken. 2 For Sarah conceived, and bare Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him. 3 And Abraham called the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Father Knows Best

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Aug 26, 2007

There are two spirits in opposition to one another. The Spirit of God is better.

Outline: Introduction - Rachel teaching Jonathan - We are “mature”; our instinct is to “do God one better.” But as children redeemed by the spirit, we really should know better. Our Father created us, knows what we are created for, and desires to grow us in conformity to him. Our challenge is to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Of Lies Fell Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

THE FINAL IN A FOUR PART SERIES ON THE LIFE AND WORK OF SATAN AND HIS FALLEN STATE. THE FATHER OF LIES FELL! When Jesus saw Satan fall, he saw the undoing of Satan’s kingdom of lies, for the TRUTH was now penetrating that kingdom on a grander scale! Soon,

I SAW SATAN FALL! Series 1. The Accuser/Adversary Fell 2. The Pride Example Fell 3. The Ruler of Darkness Fell 4. The Father of Lies Fell, John 8:44 Lies are a big problem these days. Statistics are showing that more and more youth think it is okay if you lie, and if you get caught it just means ...read more

Scripture: John 8:42-44

Denomination: Methodist

Honr Your Father

Contributed by Bobby Jackson on Jan 23, 2007

A sermon about honroing our father with our lives.

“Honor Your Father” 1 Samuel 2-4 I. Introduction with children’s comments on fathers. II. Eli and his sons Hophni and Phinehas (1 Samuel 2-4) I want to share some stories with you today about fathers and their children. I want you to hear these stories and decide for yourself whether or not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Father's Gift" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 23, 2008

A father’s day sermon, stressing the importance of father’s being involved, so that their sons and daughters can find security, value and self esteem, and thus transfer love for their earthly father to their heavenly father.

In Jesus Holy Name June 15th , 2008 Text: Luke 8:40-42,54-53 Redeemer “A Father’s Gift” The story of Jairus is a wonderful story about a father’s love for his daughter. His daughter was about 12 years old and she was dying. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-52, Mark 8:40-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Favored By Faithful Fathers

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 28, 2008

This message attempts to stir up an attitude of thanksgiving for fathers who took the task of fatherhood seriously, sacrificing themselves for their families.

Favored By Faithful Fathers Text: Prov.17: 6 Intro: Rick Warren, pastor of the Saddleback Valley Community Church, in Orange County, California, gives five biblical qualities that he dubs “God’s Model For Manhood.” These qualities are as follows: 1. COMPASSION; Men who put People before ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:6

Denomination: Baptist

What A Father Does ...

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Jun 14, 2008

Fathers - 1) Honor Yourself; 2) Honor Family; 3) Honor God.

What a Father Does Ephesians 6:4 … Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord. [NKJV] OPENING REMARKS: A. Father’s Day .. Today is Father’s Day. 1. Observe . This day we honor and remember those men in our lives who are or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

But His Father Was A Greek

Contributed by James May on Jun 15, 2008

Timothy’s father was a heathen, and he was teaching his son the ways of the Greeks. But Paul became his spiritual father and taught Timothy the ways of the Lord. Which father are you?

But His Father Was a Greek By Pastor Jim May In the life of every child there are two people who, above all others in their lives, stand out as examples for them to follow. Nearly all of the lessons learned in the early years of childhood are learned from those two people. From Mom and Dad they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus' Compassion In A Father

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Jun 15, 2008

A sermon for Father’s Day, calling all fathers to the mission Jesus set forth for us to follow.

The musings of a child through the years: 4 years old: my Dad can do anything 7 years old: my Dad knows a lot, a whole lot 9 years old: my dad doesn’t know quite everything 12 years old: Oh well, naturally Dad does not know that either 14 years old: my Dad is so out of step with ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of A Father's Blessing

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 16, 2008

This message encourages Dads to use their amazing power of blessing in order to help their children.

- The idea of “blessing” seems odd to us. It’s not a concept that we use very often. - We will even say things like “God bless you” without actually thinking that it means anything except just that it’s something nice to say. - Yet it’s all through the Scripture: 467 times in the Bible, with 108 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Heart Of God

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jun 24, 2008

If your heart beats like the Father’s, you’ll love lost people too.

A several summers ago Laura and I witnessed every parent’s nightmare. As we soaked up the sun at Myrtle Beach, enjoying our annual vacation, watching Drake and Anna Gray, who were then still young enough to enjoy just playing in the sand, we noticed a man acting rather strangely. A barely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

"The Love Of The Father”

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 13, 2008

No father could compare to God the Father. We as fathers can only love as we recognize the extent that God loves us.

“THE LOVE OF THE FATHER” I John 3:1-3 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God June 15, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Today is Father’s Day, and we want to honor our Fathers and the men that are here today. The reason we celebrate today is because we have the greatest example of being a father,that is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Father's Lavish Love

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 9, 2008

To help us understand the love the Father has for us so we will receive it (become adopted as a child in the family), return it, and share it (with our children).

I remember the pastor of our church sharing one time that becoming a father was the greatest help for his theology, that is, for his understanding of God. He knew up here [pointing to head] that God loved him, but when he had a child he began to understand more in here [heart] that God has the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Methodist

Our Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 18, 2008

Some of us are trying to earn God’s love and acceptance. Some of us are afraid he’s angry with us. Some of us wonder if he even exists. But Jesus comes to each of us this Christmas assuring us of God’s unconditional love, his wonderful care and his con

Intersection (Common ground illustration) An economy driving tradition in our Christmas celebrations involves giving gifts. We exchange gifts most of the time because we love each other. Sometimes we give because of a sense of obligation. Our gift giving leads to unavoidable lists – lists of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Wesleyan