Sermons on Discovering Happiness:

Discovering Christ In Judges

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 20, 2013

A quick outline of Judges. Man is prone to wander from God. He raised up His prophet and a judge & a deliverer. The same is found in Christ

- Joshua a book of victory - Judges a book of failure, defeat & shame - Judges title comes from the leaders who governed Israel 1. Othniel – 3:9 – Peace 40 yrs. 2. Ehud -3:15 – Peace 80 yrs. 3. Shamgar – 3:31 - ? yrs. 4. Deborah – 4:4 - Peace 40 yrs 5. Gideon – ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering God’s Will

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 9, 2011

Knowing God’s will is sometimes difficult. People want God to tell them specifically what to do - where to work, where to live, whom to marry, etc. God rarely gives people information that direct and specific. God allows us to make choices regarding those

Opening illustration: A young man facing the future and unsure of what the next year would bring, concluded, “Nobody knows what God’s will is.” Is he right? Does a lack of certainty about the future translate into not knowing God’s will? The concept of knowing God’s will is often limited to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discover – Build – Support

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 15, 2019

As we enter this new season where I will be teaching about New Beginnings I thought it would be best to talk about where I’ve come from and why this ministry exists.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com As we enter this new season where I will be teaching about New Beginnings (link to last week HERE) I thought it would be best to talk about where I’ve come from and why ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, Ephesians 5:14, Matthew 24:14, Luke 12:31-32, Proverbs 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Discovering Christ In Genesis

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 5, 2013

Genesis opens with a picture of redemption & closes with a promise of redemption

Discovering Christ In Genesis - Bible’s message – Redemption - Jesus Portrayed, Prophesied, Presented, & Proclaimed Gen. 1:1''In the beginning God Creation reveals the unity, power, and personality of God. • It denies atheism-- in the beginning God. • It denies ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Christ In Exodus Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 15, 2013

Grace is God’s freely given, unmerited favor toward the sinful and failing, the expression of – forgiving, redeeming, restoring love toward the unworthy.

Exodus “Going Out” - Gen. ends with the death of Joseph and buried - To Moses - 430 yrs. – Ex 12:40-41 - Jacob went down to Egypt with 70 - POP time of Exodus – over 600,000 – Num 1:46 - Counting women & children = 3 million? - Type of the world in bondage to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Christ In Leviticus

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 25, 2013

What Is Holiness • To be holy is to be pure • To be separated • Connected with wholeness or being complete • To Be Like Christ

Journey to Leviticus - Genesis is about our Ruin - Exodus is about the journey of bondage to worship - Leviticus - How do you get close to God? James 4:8 (AV) 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Message of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Our Gifts

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 11, 2020

Beginning to look at our Spiritual Gifts as we gain a better understanding of our purpose.

Spiritual Gifts September 13, 2020 The typical NASCAR race car costs about $150,000 to build. They might be fun to have. They are certainly unique. If you wanted to buy one, keep in mind - - - there are no power windows or locks. In fact, it doesn’t have windows at all; it just has a net. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering God's Love

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 9, 2014

4th week of Advent sermon that centers in on God's love for each one of us.

Discovering God’s love Luke 1:26-38 Introduction- This morning we gather for the last Sunday before Christmas. I want us to try to comprehend God’s love. The funny thing about love is unless you have something to compare it to, you cannot understand it. If you have never loved ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Nazarene

Discovering Christ In Deuteronomy

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 6, 2013

We are to exemplify Christ's life through obedience to God

Septuagint (The LXX) - Translated OT Hebrew to Greek - Called the first 5 OT books the Pentateuch - From pentad = five & teuchos = tool (The five tools) De. Calls us to remember who God is & what he has done Horton Hears A Who --- VIDEO Clip One day, Horton the elephant hears a cry from help ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Christ In Joshua

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 12, 2013

Joshua shows God's faithfulness to his promise & provision

Genesis – Choosing a Nation Exodus – Saving a Nation Leviticus – Worship of a Nation Numbers – Wanderings of a Nation Deuteronomy – Instructions of a nation Joshua – Conquest of Nation + Quotes About Joshua Joshua one of the greatest leaders in OT. • > ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Your Purpose

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 10, 2025

God has created everyone for a purpose, and discovering it is the key to living a fulfilled life. Many remain unfulfilled because they fail to seek and pursue God’s plan. True purpose is found in Christ, and those who submit to His will shall walk in divine destiny.

DISCOVERING YOUR PURPOSE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 2:10, Isaiah 46:10 INTRODUCTION: Many people go through life without a clear understanding of why they were created. Purpose is the original intent of God for a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10, Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 2:10, Isaiah 46:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Discover The Kingdom - The Announcement Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon discusses the prophesied arrival of Jesus, the announcement of the Kingdom of Heaven by John the Baptist, and the continued relevance of his message urging repentance and belief.

Begin the message by having a bullhorn and making some kind of announcement to the group. Consider announcing that underneath one chair/pew there is taped a piece of paper for a reward of some kind. Pay close attention to the urgency the group feels to respond to your announcement. Increase the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12, Mark 5:19-20

Topics: Kingdom Of Heaven, Repentance, Messiah's Arrival

Sermon Series: Matthew: Discover The Kingdom

Discover The Kingdom - The Mission Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

Jesus' mission on earth was to introduce the Kingdom of God, heal people in all aspects, destroy evil, and teach the Way of the Kingdom, and he invites us today to join in this mission to bring Heaven to earth.

Jesus’ arrival on earth was the introduction of the Kingdom of God on earth. Jesus’ mission was to heal the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of people, to destroy the works of the evil one, to teach the Way of the Kingdom and to establish the reign and rule of God. What is most shocking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25, Acts 1:8

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Spiritual Healing, Divine Mission

Sermon Series: Matthew: Discover The Kingdom

The Heart Of Happiness Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

No one claims to be adequate for the task of even explaining this beatitude. Preachers apologize for their audacity in even presuming to try and preach on this text.

Two soldiers were on a transport going overseas. Standing on the deck they gazed out across the vast expanse of water. One who had never been near the ocean said, "That's the most water I've ever seen in all my life. Did you ever see so much water?" His companion responded, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Questions For A Happy Mother's Day

Contributed by Dana Chau on May 25, 2004

Discover what we can learn from Elkanah and Hannah to have a happy Mother’s Day

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Happy Mother’s Day, everyone! On Mother’s Day 2003, we looked at what the Bible said about living worry-free. That was of great interest to mothers, because generally ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: *other