Sermons on Desires:

God Reconciled Us Thru Christ

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2013

To show that GOD reconciled us thru CHRIST is a package deal: faith + refraining from sinful desires.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you reconciled thru CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD reconciled us thru CHRIST is a package deal: faith + refraining from sinful desires. IV. TEXT: Colossians 1:21-22 (Amplified Bible) And although you at one time were estranged and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unity: It’s About Walking Not Sitting – Part 3 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Oct 14, 2014

Unity is a decision, a response to God, coming from a desire to build our lives on Christ as our foundation.

Reading Ephesians 3:14-4:6 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Experience The Glory Of The Lord! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the glory of the Lord, you ought to desire the fullness of His presence in your life.

Experience the Glory of the Lord! Ezekiel 1, 10 In what sense is God’s presence always with us? PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the glory of the Lord, you ought to desire the fullness of His presence in your life. I. Look to the glory of the Lord for your purpose! vs. 1:1-28; 3:12, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Wisdom"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 25, 2016

Wisdom is always available, knows a thing or two, has a Deeping desire, and she speaks to our soul.

“WISDOM” Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 1. Wisdom is always available according to our text • 8Does not wisdom call, and does not understanding raise her voice? 2 Wisdom is available On the heights, beside the way, at the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-32

Denomination: Methodist

Get Over Your Past: New Year, New Theme, New You? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 11, 2017

A new year, and a new preaching theme, Discover Your Destiny... Is that something you desire to do this year?

So its a new year, and a new preaching theme, Discover Your Destiny... Is that something you desire to do this year? Our focus last year was on being a dynamic disciple, after listening to 12 months of preaching on that theme, has there been any noticeable difference in your life and my life as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19, Isaiah 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Be A Godly Nation

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 6, 2015

Only when a country is humble before God can God raise that country to the greatness He desires.

September 6, 2009 To be a Godly Nation We are a people lost in a time when so much has been found. We certainly have lost our way with God and the consequences are just beginning to be realized. To be a great nation you need a people given over to God in heart, mind and spirit. Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Recovery Of Right Relationships Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 13, 2013

As Christians, our desire should be to have strong relationships because they speak volumes of our relationship with Christ

Recovery of Right Relationships James 1:19-21, August 18, 2013 Series: You Pick Morning Service If you think your family has problems, consider the marriage mayhem created when 76-year-old Bill Baker of London recently wed Edna Harvey. She happened to be his granddaughter's husband's mother. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

He Came To Do God’s Will

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Jul 28, 2016

It should be the desire of every Christian to emulate Christ in his obedient compliance to God’s will.

He Came to Do God’s Will Hebrews 10.7-10 Introduction: Now: The subject of obedience seems brings an inner turmoil to young people and hearty amens to the lips of older folks. The older folks will regale us with 'how it was in the good ole days.' It seems that most folks today want to do ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Broken And A Contrite Heart, O God Thou Wilt Not Despise Series

Contributed by Zaquan Cox on Nov 23, 2019

God desires for us to grieve and mourn over our sin, which separates us from him.

What Repentance Is and Does Repentance is defined as “a saving grace, whereby a sinner, out of a true sense of his sin and apprehension of the mercy of God in Christ, does, with grief and hatred of his sin, turn from it unto God, with full purpose of and endeavor after new obedience.” Repentance is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Growing On The Vine

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 22, 2020

To be connected with the Lord is the only way a believer is able to do what the Lord is wanting and desiring for us today .

Growing on the vine John 15:1-8 Prayer- Introduction- Good Morning We have been talking about connections. Connections to God and connections to each others. Connections to your family and connecting with your church. Connecting is especially hard during a period of time where it is hard to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Does God Want Everyone To Be Saved? Understanding The Divine Love And Human Choice Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

The Bible presents a complex and nuanced portrayal of God's desire for humanity's salvation.

The Bible presents a complex and nuanced portrayal of God's desire for humanity's salvation. On one hand, Scripture affirms that God wants everyone to be saved (1 Timothy 2:3-4, 2 Peter 3:9). On the other hand, it also warns that not everyone will accept God's offer of salvation, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, 2 Thessalonians 2:10-12

Alone In Paradise Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

God did not intend to make man in His image with the nature of love and desire for companionship, and then not meet that need.

Back in the days when women were fighting for the right to vote there were a number of women speakers who could expound eloquently on the virtues and values of women. The story is told the one such speaker who brought her message to a conclusion by saying, "Where would man be today without ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Seeking God's Blessings God's Way Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 30, 2021

God desires to bless us. The problem is that we often don't cooperate with His plan.

A number of years ago I was in a barber shop and a highway patrolman was also there. He told an amusing story. It was about a highway patrolman in another state who had stopped a drunk driver. But while he was preparing to cite the drunk driver, a car accident occurred within walking distance. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18, Proverbs 14:12, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Bible Church

Paul Will Visit Rome Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Mar 4, 2024

Paul has a long-standing desire to visit Rome and share the Gospel more deeply with the Roman church.

1:8 “First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.” First order of business: thank you, God, for the Roman church. Note he is not thanking the church, flattering them. He is thanking God. But it is Paul’s way, in most every letter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hindrance To Have Eternal Life

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 29, 2024

The Lord Jesus Christ talks about the difficulty of having both worldly riches and a deep desire for it.

I. Concerning The RICHES Of The World 1. The SEEKING rich young ruler *verses 16-21, (ASKING Jesus how to ACHIEVE salvation) Now behold, one came and said to Him, "Good Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life?" So He said to him, "Why do you call Me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God