Sermons on Determinism: showing 436-450 of 36,936

Bittersweet Sovereignty

Contributed by Greg Adams on Aug 6, 2002

The pre-determined purpose of God who works all things according to the counsel of His will.

Bittersweet Sovereignty I. What Is God’s Sovereignty? Eph 1:11 - The pre-determined purpose of God who works all things (Rom 8:28) according to the counsel of His will. Prov 16:9 Our planning, Prov 19:21 His directing, Prov 20:24 His directing, Gen 50:20 & John 21:22 (Our understanding) ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

A Man Named John

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 7, 2001

A combination inductive and deductive message challenging people to determine what God wants their lives to mean.

Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living with Purpose/Mission/Meaning Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to determine what God wants their lives to mean. Response: Individuals will ponder the meaning of their lives, asking, “What is God’s mission for my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80, Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Value Of Mothers.

Contributed by Steve Pilon on Apr 28, 2001

The hand that rocks the cradle may very well be the hand that determines the eternal destiny of our children.

Title: The value of mothers There is a modern proverb that most of us have heard that says: ‘the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.’ While not all proverbs found outside the Bible are true this one is. And it’s true because the person who rocks the cradle will also be the person who will ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-12, 1 Samuel 1:2-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Matter What! (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Aug 26, 2004

There is a big difference between WANTING and being DETERMINED. Pastor Jose Jr. shares his perspectives.

2:1: When I came to you, brothers, I didn’t come with excellence of speech or of wisdom, proclaiming to you the testimony of God. 2:2: For I determined not to know anything among you, except Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 2:3: I was with you in weakness, in fear, and in much trembling. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Captive For Christ Series

Contributed by William Yates on Nov 8, 2003

In this message we examine Paul’s determination to promote the gospel even though he is a prisoner.

Philippians 1 Christ Is Preached 12 But I want you to know, brethren, that the things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel, 13so that it has become evident to the whole palace guard, and to all the rest, that my chains are in Christ; 14and most of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Man Makes Plans, But God Directs Paths

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

The people had their own plans about building the tower of Babel, but God is the one that determined their outcome.

Genesis 11:1-9 August 22, 1999 Man makes plans, but God directs the paths. Man makes plans . . . 1. The people were unified – unity is a good thing. Unity comes as people speak the same language and the same speech (i.e. it’s like a lot of preachers getting together. They not only all speak ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Genesis 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Trials Of Life Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 11, 2001

How we handle lifes difficulties determines the type of Christian character we demostrate to others.

First Baptist Church August 5, 2001 James 1:1-8, 12 I’m going to start out with a trick question, who wrote the book of James? I probably made you second guess yourself, but James is the author. For the next few weeks we are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Man Walking

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Feb 3, 2009

Are we dead to Christ or are we dead to sin? We determine which one and to what level.

Dead Man Walking I am crucified with Christ; nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. Galatians 2:20 Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do You Want To Know, Bible Survey 101 Part Ii

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Apr 12, 2008

We must always be careful in using Old Testament law to determine our actions today.

What Do You Want To Know Bible Survey 101 Part II Last week I left off with: When you build with bricks you have to be careful, some times you brick yourself in and you have no where to go. (Embellish on notes from last week) We must always be careful in using Old Testament law to determine our ...read more

Scripture: John 8:4-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Right Thinking, Right Living

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 5, 2009

The way we think determines the way we live: We need to have the mind of Christ.

Right Thinking, Right Living January 4, 2009 The way we think affects the way we live. Right living starts on the inside, having the mind of Christ. "A good person produces good from the good treasure of his heart, and an evil person produces evil from an evil treasure, because the mouth speaks ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Word To The Wives

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

THE DEGREE TO WHICH A WIFE IS SUBMISSIVE TO CHRIST DETERMINES THE DEGREE TO WHICH SHE WILL BE SUBMISSIVE TO HER HUSBAND.

A Word To The Wives C.H. Spurgeon said: “Woman was not taken out of man’s head to be lord over him, or from his feet to be trampled on by him, but from his side to be equal with him, From under his arm to be protected by him, and from near his heart to be loved by him!” What a beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Will They Say?

Contributed by Eston Williams on Feb 3, 2006

The way you live your life will determine what they will say about you at your funeral.

As you know I am preparing to attend my 35th high school reunion. This week I dug through the storage unit to find my Little Rock Central High School annual for 1967, my senior year. Couldn’t wait to get home to see those pictures. Lord, I was a dork! Looked like I was almost 12! And that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Methodist

Self/ Helper And Destructor

Contributed by Lisa Foy on Oct 24, 2005

We determine where we go in God and how we fall short of his glory.

Proverbs 25:11 "A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver." We are what determines where we go in God and how we fall short of his glory. God has your life’s plan mapped out before you are born. We are familiar with Jeremiah 1:5 "Before he formed thee he knew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Inside-Outside Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012

The condition of your heart is what determines your status with God, not the rituals and traditions you follow.

Introduction Have you ever asked someone a question and found you had touched a raw nerve? The other person swells up with emotion and then unleashes a tirade. “I’ve had enough of people asking me…” “You want to know my opinion? I’ll be glad to give you my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Matter Of Interpretation

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 27, 2011

Determining what the Bible means by what it says requires us to carefully study and interpret the Bible.

Introduction: A. How many of you enjoy Jay Leno’s “Headlines” segment on the Tonight Show? 1. Let’s begin with some actual headlines collected from local, national, and international newspapers that are rather ambiguous. a. It’s clear what the writer was trying to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ