Sermons on Desiring Christ:

Faith As Small As A Mustard Seed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the power of faith, even as small as a mustard seed, in God's plan and not our own desires, and how it can lead to miraculous outcomes.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather today, let's take a moment to reflect on the power of our faith in Christ, and how even a tiny mustard seed of faith can result in miracles. We're diving into Matthew 17:20-21 today, a passage that outlines just how mighty our faith can be. In this ...read more

Topics: Faith, Christ

"The Ministry Of Just Showing Up" Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 10, 2011

God can use each of us in powerful ways, but sometimes all God wants us to do is just show up. He will do the rest.

Just Show Up The prophet Jeremiah, in chapter 29, verses 11-14 writes, “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Show Us The Way

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 12, 2015

In the OT times the leaders would come to the prophet desiring God to show them the way for the nation through his prayers. They were willing to obey God even if it was unpleasant for them so that they would have a good relationship with their Father.

Opening illustration: A mother was teaching her three-year-old daughter ‘The Lord’s Prayer.’ For several evenings at bedtime, she repeated it after her mother. One night she said she was ready to solo. The mother listened with pride, as she carefully enunciated each word right up ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 42:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Love Is Unmatched Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 7, 2015

A poor commitment to holiness stems from one thing: We do not fully comprehend all that we have become in Christ when we are His. Will we fully submit to Jesus as Lord in every part of our lives?

God’s Love is Unmatched 1 John Bible Study, Part 6 1 John 2:28-3:3 Introduction - Last time, John gave us tremendous insight into living fully for Christ - We are challenged to hold true to what we know; to the truth of God -- We shouldn’t worry about losing salvation; which is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Set Me On Fire

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 4, 2012

Beleivers need to restore their passion for the Kingdom of God

February 5, 2012 Morning Worship Text: 2 Timothy 1:3-7; Revelation 2:1-7 Subject: Passion for God Title: Set Me on Fire I ask God questions. Do you do that? I mean, if you are curious or bothered do you ask God, “Why?” I want to know why people aren’t flocking to the church. I want to know why ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Water To Wine—declaring God's Anointed-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 18, 2015

2 of 6. Jesus turned water to wine in order to initiate/call attention to/set apart His public ministry. Where is Jesus heralded as God’s Anointed? or Why turn water into wine? God’s Anointed is heralded on the stage of...

WATER To WINE—Declaring God's Anointed-II—John 2:1-12 Attention: On Stage— Need: Jesus turned water to wine in order to initiate/call attention to/set apart His public ministry. Jesus is set apart as God’s Anointed. Declaring God’s Anointed can/may be ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

To Look Like Christ, Look Up To Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

Explore and understand the themes of living for Christ, uniting in Christ, and loving like Christ.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into a truly transformative part of Scripture. We're going to explore Colossians 3:1-17, focusing on three key themes: living for Christ, uniting in Christ, and loving like Christ. As C.S. Lewis once said, "'Putting on Christ'...is not one among many jobs a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Topics: Live For Christ, Unite In Christ, Love Like Christ

Paul’s Prayer For Enlightenment - Part 1: To Know Christ Deeply Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 3, 2012

Paul's desire was for the Ephesians to know Christ deeply. This sermon emphasizes the need to know CHRIST, not focus on rules, issues and doctrinal minutia.

Paul’s Prayer for Enlightenment - Part 1: To Know Christ Deeply Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh June 2, 2012 A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available by mailing a request to me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ephesians 1:15-1:23 – Wherefore I also, after ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Valuable Shepherd Series

Contributed by Tim White on Jul 4, 2009

Jesus is the priceless shepherd because of our needs, and we can go to Him because of His passion for us.

Key verse, 11. 1. His Diety: "I am", the old testament name for God. 2. His Desirability: "Good", (Kalos) beautiful, good, virtuous, valuable. 3. His Dedication: "Shepherd", (Not an easy life. Difficult, lonely, and painful suffering). I. The Danger: He gives His life for His sheep. (11-13) * A ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Destiny Pt5 The Gap Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Aug 2, 2009

Where we are and where we want to be there is a GAP you can also listen www.preaching.co.nr

Between where we are and where God wants us to be there is often a “GAP.” The GAP can either swallow us up holding us back from reaching our destiny or the GAP can serve to strengthen us in our resolve to get to where God wants us to be. I don’t want our lives to go in any other direction other ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Past The Point Of No Return Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Dec 21, 2010

Can people go so far in sin that they become virtually incapable of repentance?

PAST THE POINT OF NO RETURN JEREMIAH 14-20 INTRODUCTION: Let’s do a quick review. Look at Jeremiah’s tasks. He has been created by God and called by God. He has been conditioned, positioned and commissioned for his tasks. Look at his travels. He has left his shelter to go to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Of God

Contributed by Dillon Burroughs on Jun 29, 2010

Applications from the call of Moses for the lives of believers today. First presented to a church audience in Indiana.

I. The Call (3:1-21) A. The situation B. The sacred voice B. The signs II. The Objections (4:1-17) A. What if they will not listen? B. I don't speak well. C. Please send someone else. III. The Obedience (4:18-31) A. Moving forward in response to God's call B. Partners for the journey C. Ends ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Double Portion

Contributed by Greg Irby on Jan 30, 2009

A desire for God’s blessing

Text: 2 Kings 2:9 2 Kings 2:9 9 And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. Introduction: 1. SPIRITUAL REQUEST (VS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

This Is My Land Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 12, 2013

A study of the book of Ruth chapter 3 verses 1 through 18

Ruth 3: 1 – 18 This Is My Land 1 Then Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, “My daughter, shall I not seek security for you, that it may be well with you? 2 Now Boaz, whose young women you were with, is he not our relative? In fact, he is winnowing barley tonight at the threshing ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Santidad Y Usted

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on Jun 12, 2015

Dios quiere usarte, pero si no sabes que eres especial, si usted no sabe y actuas como si fueras diferente, ¿COMO PUEDE EL?

En nuestra casa, tuvimos platos normales, a veces con astillas, de todos los dias que utilizamos para nuestras comidas, LUEGO tuvimos lo que llamamos la "los platos buenos de china." La "buena China" (que era de mi abuelita) sólo salió en ocasiones especiales. Ni siquiera los guardabamos con ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Charismatic