Sermons on Divine Chastening:

Dealing With Divine Disappointment

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 6, 2015

I’d like to give a few perspectives that will help us deal with divine disappointment. When we are less than thrilled about how or when God is working (or seemingly not working), what are we to think and do? Let’s take a look.

Dealing with Divine Disappointment Luke 7:18-23 18 Then the disciples of John reported to him concerning all these things. 19 And John, calling two of his disciples to him, sent them to Jesus, saying, "Are You the Coming One, or do we look for another?" 20 When the men had come to Him, they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divine Concern For Unity

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

To establish that unity is possible only when all agree to follow the divine standard of God -- the bible, which brings unity to the body of Christ. This lesson encourages all believers to strive for "the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Jesus’ Prayer for Unity 2. Spirit’s Plea for Unity 3. Father’s Plan for Unity Remarks. 1. Unity is only possible when all believers respect and follow the divine will and word of God. Jesus prayed for unity, the Spirit pleaded for unity, and the Father has outlined a plan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, Ephesians 4:1-7, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Work Of The Ministry

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

To establish that all gifts given to the church are given to achieve unity in accomplishing the “divine work of the ministry.” This lesson deals with the importance of the work of Christ in evangelism and edification.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Divine Officers 2. Divine Operations 3. Divine Objectives Remarks. 1. The time of this letter was written sometime around 60-64 A.D. This letter was one of Paul’s imprisonment epistles (Philippians, Colossians and Philemon) to the church at Ephesus and distributed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Divine Plan

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Dec 30, 2013

God has a wonderfully divine plan for all mankind.

Statement: A Gospel message has multiple purposes: To draw the lost their savior; to strengthen and encourage the saints. A Gospel message is important to “all” and very important to “someone” in particular. Psalm 67:1-2 (These few words seem to sum-up the purpose of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 67:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Anointing For Divine Consolidation

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jan 7, 2014

God has given every believer in Christ the anointing when He got them filled with the Holy Spirit. The anointing is meant for great exploits in the Kingdom of God, however, we must avoid actions and attitude that can destroy the anointing.

THE ANOINTING FOR DIVINE CONSOLIDATION Study Text: Luke 4:18-19 "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

But God, The Divine Interruption Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 9, 2014

Dead, then alive, all because God stepped in!

EPHESIANS # 3 From the first part of Chapter 1, we learn these transforming truths. “I am blessed... with every spiritual blessing!” “I am included in God’s family by His design and will.” “I am valued because He invests His grace in me.” “I am ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holiness: The Divine Imperative.

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Feb 12, 2014

1 Peter 1:15-16 expresses a non-negotiable call to holiness, involving a change of heart and life.

HOLINESS: THE DIVINE IMPERATIVE. 1 Peter 1:15-16 expresses a non-negotiable call to holiness, involving a change of heart and life. Holy means that you separate from its common use and you dedicate it for a particular purpose. Holy is the way God is. To be holy he does not conform to a standard. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Expansion – 2015 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jan 6, 2015

How to receive Divine Expansion in all areas of our life?

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Introduction: Praise the Lord. The clock is ticking and at this moment we have less than an hour before we begin New Year 2015. We are seeing this moment because God was faithful in 2014. Yes, down to the smallest details of our life had been ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Place Of Divine Appointments Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 28, 2015

Salvation, Evangelism, God's Plan

THE WELL – A Place for Divine Appointments John 4:1-5 (p. 741) February 1, 2015 Introduction: [My wife called me Monday morning right as I was putting pen to paper and she said she’d come upon an accident immediately after it happened, a young girl had slid through a red ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Divine Blueprint For Revival

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

THE DIVINE BLUEPRINT FOR REVIVAL

2 CHRON 7:12 - 22 THE DIVINE BLUEPRINT FOR REVIVAL 1. THE PEOPLE ADDRESSED 14 “If my people, which are called by my name… A. GOD’S PEOPLE ARE A DIVINELY CALLED PEOPLE. 1. A CALLED OUT PEOPLE. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-22

Denomination: Holiness

A Divinely Founded House

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

A Divinely Founded House

Psalm 127 - 1. A Divinely Founded House 1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it 1) God Must Build His House ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

A Foretaste Of Glory Divine Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

God says, “Upon the fabric of human suffering, I have superimposed my Biblical pattern, and if you will understand what I am trying to do, the result will be something beautiful if you just don’t mess it up.”

INTRODUCTION Today I want to talk about, “A Foretaste of Glory Divine.” Romans, 5:1-5 is really like a breath of fresh air. Many of you know Paul Long. His wife, Teddy, was buried just one week ago. She learned she had cancer last August. She was quite a fighter, but she went downhill ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Inspired Conversation Series

Contributed by Nicolas Campbell on Jul 7, 2012

Dramatic monologue of Nicodemus talking with Joseph of Arimathea

Nicolas Campbell John 3:1-15 “Divine Inspired Conversation” Dramatic monologue 1Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

A Divinely Organized Parade

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 26, 2011

When God puts on a parade, we need to pay attention.

Passage: Matthew 21:1-11 Intro: So it’s Thanksgiving week, so what are we doing with the Triumphal Entry? 1. well, what was revealed in that unusual parade is the basis for true thanksgiving. 2. want to be really thankful this season? 3. then let’s stand alongside this parade ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Divine Wellspring Of Unity

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 8, 2020

The nature of the divine Trinity reveals fundamental truths about the image and likeness that's been bestowed on humanity and the divine intent for our human community.

June 7, 2020 Holy Trinity Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Genesis 1:1-2:4a; Matthew 28:16-20 Divine Wellspring of Unity Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is Holy Trinity Sunday. Every year we dedicate this ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran