Sermons on divine design:

The Divine Mercy And Reconciliation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 10, 2010

The first gift of the Risen Christ was the power to forgive sins.

Second Sunday of Easter April 11, 2010 Divine Mercy Two revolutionary phrases punctuate today’s Gospel. The one that commands the attention of most preachers is the one proclaimed by Thomas, who had doubted the Resurrection. The one who had said “I will not believe” unless his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

Attributes Calling For Praise

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 27, 2011

David’s very design & creation was awe-inspiring for the Psalmist. My very existence is awe-inspiring. But Why? or rather, What about me inspires awe? An attribute calling me to praise my Creator is...

ATTRIBUTES CALLING For PRAISE—Psalm 139:13-16 or ME! Attention: YaHWeH has an intensely perfect knowledge of the crown of His creation(man) which this Psalm attempts to disclose to the reader. A very notable Psalm for that very reason. YaHWeH knows more regarding us— details ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

21 The Divine Deliverance Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Dec 24, 2020

This devotion is about the deliverance the Lord brings to Jonah after he is thrown into the sea. This is the 21st of 31 devotions on the book of Jonah, where a comparison is made between Jonah and The Church-at-large, in the light of the present global pandemic.

Jonah 2:10 - So the LORD spoke to the fish, and it vomited Jonah onto dry land. “So the Lord spoke to the fish” The words, “So the Lord spoke to the fish,” might seem fairy tale-like or present day cartoon movie-like where people speak with and have relationships with animals, birds or fish, but ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:10, Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Breakthrough Of Divine Rule Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 17, 2009

About the Kingdom of God breaking through into our lives, and what that means for us.

What is the best news you can imagine hearing? > For most of us… that’s a question that would easily stretch our imaginations… and the ideas we might consider would likely get more expansive the more that we thought… but still prove small and simplistic because of our limited perspective on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Design For The Family Part 2

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

The Bible contains God’s plan for achieving quality and health in family life. Christians are constrained to take very seriously the Word of God as it relates to the family.

Introduction: The Bible Contains Divine Principles for Good Family Relationships. - God’s purposes for the family have been challenged, but they have not been changed. In the Bible, God gives the principles and the power by which His purposes for the family can be fulfilled. - Illustration ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

About The Divine Covenants

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 31, 2001

the entire span of time from creation to the final judgment (Genesis to Revelation) into seven distinct eras or covenants: Innocence, Conscience, Human Government, Promise, Law, Grace, and the Millennial Kingdom. In each covenant, God reveals more about

About The Divine Covenants Bible scholars have divided the entire span of time from creation to the final judgment (Genesis to Revelation) into seven distinct eras or covenants: Innocence, Conscience, Human Government, Promise, Law, Grace, and the Millennial Kingdom. In each covenant, God reveals ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Impartiality Considered. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Oct 5, 2004

This Sermon (#6) is from the Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas,Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON VI. Divine Impartiality Considered. Romans ii,11. "For there is no respect of persons with God." THE divine impartiality is often asserted in the holy scriptures; and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Live According To The Pattern

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 21, 2013

Paul encourages the Philippians and us to live according to his pattern.

Albert Einstein once said, “The universe is not merely more complicated than we can understand. It’s more complicated than we can IMAGINE.” That’s an interesting thing to think about; how this whole Universe was formed by design. What a complex design it is! God had it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Church Matters Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 13, 2022

In this introductory sermon to a series on 1 Timothy, we explore the relationship between Paul and Timothy and the reason that Paul wrote him this letter. Paul wanted to remind him of the way people should conduct themselves in God's household.

Introduction: A. How many of you like to watch home improvement shows on television, like Fixer Upper, Property Brothers, or Home Town? 1. We like to watch those shows in our household. 2. It’s amazing to see the home renovation those folks are able do with $100,000! Right? 3. But you know, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2, 1 Timothy 3:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Divine Mystery Of Men Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jun 14, 2002

This sermon explains why God has placed men first in His redemptive plan. (Credit for this interpretation of the passage goes to Jack Hayford.)

Father’s Day The Divine Mystery of Men 1 Timothy 2:8-15 June 16, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration] Three men were talking over coffee. Two of them are talking about the amount of control they have over their wives, while the third remains quiet. After a while one of the first two turns to the third ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Signs Of Divine Judgment

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 24, 2010

1) The Past signs of Divine Judgment (2 Peter 3:5-7), 2) The Present signs of Divine Judgment (2 Peter 3:10), 3) The Future signs of Divine Judgment (2 Peter 3:12-13)

Of the many stories this summer on the environment, one that has continued to draw attention is the story of the University of East Anglia’s Climatic Research Unit. The interaction and hiding of findings of the unit became known as climategate. The Oxburgh Inquiry was supposed to review the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:5-13

Denomination: Other

Divine Call To Leadership Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 29, 2019

Establish that one of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful leadership. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment 2. The Leadership’s: Divine Assignment 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Divine Call to Leadership.” One of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Revelation And Inspiration Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 2, 2023

To establish that the “word of God” was given to the apostles through divine revelations and recorded by them through divine inspiration. We’ll explore if the truth of God has been preserved during its translation from Greek into our English language.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. The Process of Divine Revelation 2. The Process of Divine Inspiration 3. The Process of Human Translation Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today discusses the process of: “Divine Revelation and Inspiration.” In truth, we can only say these two processes, revelation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Providence And Prayerful Courage PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

The sermon explores God's divine providence, emphasizing that like Esther, everyone is purposefully positioned for His divine plan, requiring faith and courage to fulfill.

Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a blessing that we are gathered here today, in the shared spirit of fellowship and faith, to dive into the depths of God's Word? And today, we find ourselves drawn to the book of Esther, a tale of courage, faith, and divine providence. But before we begin, let's ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Topics: Time, Esther