Sermons on Desired:

Be Your Own Boss!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Most Americans work and much of their life is controlled by someone else. There certainly is nothing wrong with that. This country could not operate unless people were willing to fill the jobs that are needed.

Some jobs require a lot from folks who apply for them. It is essential to find qualified people to fill these jobs. Illus: A few months ago, there was an opening with the CIA for an assassin. Two men and a woman applied for this job. The day came for the final test to see which person would get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31, Galatians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

To Stir Up Hunger For God Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

Remembering gets you hungry.

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for (God) righteousness, for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6). A. INTRODUCTION: REMEMBERING GETS YOU HUNGRY 1. How do you feel when hungry? a. Gnawing desire. b. Empty. c. Desire for food. d. Weak. e. Maybe headache. f. Mind focuses on hunger or on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9, Psalm 77:10-12, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

Explores the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in creating a clean heart and renewing a steadfast spirit within us.

Good morning, church family. It is a joy, a privilege, and an honor to stand before you today, to share the Word of God, and to join you in the pursuit of spiritual growth and understanding. Today, we are going to turn our attention to a deeply profound and transformative passage from the book of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Topics: Desiring, Holy Spirit

A Facade PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

Explores cultivating a deep, authentic relationship with God, prioritizing His preeminence, and finding joy in His presence, away from public performance of faith.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters. It is a joy, a privilege, and a blessing to gather here today, united in faith, bound by love, and driven by a shared hunger for the divine word of God. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the irresistible pull of God's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:4

Topics: Desire, Please God

God Satisfies Our Every Desire

Contributed by Edward Frey on Aug 14, 2001

We can be confident the Father handles all desires in Christ

GOD SATISFIES OUR EVERY DESIRE Oscar Wilde, once wrote, “There are two tragedies in this life. One is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.” In a way, Mr. Wilde recognized one of the most challenging aspects of being human. We want so much. We measure our lives by how much we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:11-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Desire And Duty Mark The Spiritual Giver

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Dick Holden) (PRIORITY AND PRIVILEGE OF GIVING) 1.

(with Dick Holden) (PRIORITY AND PRIVILEGE OF GIVING) 1. Desire -- Example of Macedonians (:1-5) a. Context of giving 1) much affliction 2) deep poverty b. Nature of giving 1) according to their ability and beyond 2) gave of their own accord 3) begging to participate 4) gave themselves first to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Qualities God Desires In His Servants

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the qualities that God desires in those who want to serve Him.

QUALITIES GOD DESIRES IN HIS SERVANTS OUTLINE 1.FAITHFUL 2.FERVENT 3.FOCUSSED 4.FEAR OF GOD 5.FIGHTING SPIRIT 6.FAITH ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Not To Depart Without Being Desired

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 12, 2007

Will you be missed when you are gone?

How Not To Depart Without Being Desired 2 Chronicles 21:18-20 Acts 20:17-38 Will you be missed when you are gone? The Apostle Paul spent 3 years with these believers in Ephesus, and they were saddened by the fact he was now going to leave them. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond Boundaries: The Relationship God Desires Series

Contributed by Jud Wilhite on Jun 27, 2007

I think the one thing that God has laid on my heart more than anything else over the summer is the basic desperate need we have for Him. From what is going on in the middle east, the terror alerts to the busyness we have in our lives and the frantic pace

I think the one thing that God has laid on my heart more than anything else over the summer is the basic desperate need we have for Him. From what is going on in the middle east, the terror alerts to the busyness we have in our lives and the frantic pace we live in – I was just reminded how much we ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Desire To Be Close And Intimate With Us Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 5, 2007

A sermon that considers God’s desire to be intimate with us and how to respond

The character of God. The sovereignty of God The compassion of God The justice of God The eternity of God The intimacy of God. The Apostles Creed. - James 4:8, “Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you.”This morning I want to highlight the fact that God is knowable. - This morning I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does Jesus Desire Of You?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 25, 2006

What Does Jesus Desire of You? 1. It is quite common to see young people wearing a bracelet, T-shirt, or other article of clothing with the letters "WWJD" a. WWJD stands for "What Would Jesus Do?" b. Many young people like wearing something desig

What Does Jesus Desire of You? INTRODUCTION 1. It is quite common to see young people wearing a bracelet, T-shirt, or other article of clothing with the letters "WWJD" a. WWJD stands for "What Would Jesus Do?" b. Many young people like wearing something designed to remind them to always ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Keeping Our Heart's Desires In Check Series

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Feb 26, 2008

Sermon on the tenth commandment.

AM Sermon preached at Central Christian Church March 25, 2007 God’s Top Tep –the 10th commandment “Keeping Our Heart’s Desires In Check” [SERIES TITLE SLIDE---AUTO TRANSITIONS TO TITLE SLIDE/BLANK SLIDE] As I was writing this morning’s message, I couldn’t help but think about The Flying ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Desires All People To Be Saved

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on May 16, 2009

Who does God want saved?

God Desires All People To Be Saved Key Verse:Matthew 28:19&20 19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Design And Desire For Marital Intimacy Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

And today I want to help us consider the goodness of marital physical intimacy.

As we continue in our series ‘Restoring the Gift of Our Sexuality’… I thought you might appreciate knowing a little more how the choice to do this series came about. This little video kind of fills it in… [VIDEO: VCF SEXUALITY SHORT (by Nate Torrence) ] Well… needless to say… I got the message. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Desire Determines Your Destiny

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 3, 2008

The will to win is important but the prepare is imperative!

Your Desire Determines Your Destiny I Corinthians 9:24-27 Everyone wants to win! 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 24 You’ve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. 25 All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God