Sermons on Drifting From God:

How Do You Get From A Desperate Situation To Your Intended Destination?

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Dec 8, 2002

The sermon deals with what must be done so that the believer can reach their place of destiny in Christ Jesus

Jan-99 Revised Dec-01 FROM DESPERATION TO DESTINATION EXODUS 14:10-15 Have you ever found yourself in a desperate situation…? Perhaps you’ve found yourself surrounded by people that didn’t mean you any good… Perhaps you’ve found yourself overwhelmed with financial stress and strain… Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-15, Exodus 14:9-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Preferences For Our Lives

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 28, 2022

There are many things that distinguish us from each other.

• Our education • Our political persuasion • Our gifts • Our race • Our opportunities and etc. However, another thing that distinguishes us from each other are our LIKES AND DISLIKES. Such as: (1) OUR TASTE FOR FOOD Illus: Because of the differences we have, when we go into an ice cream parlor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

God Restores Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007

This message is included in a series from the book of Job.

“GOD RESTORES” Job 28:1-17 INTRO – “This Old House” – TV show that features the renovation and restoration. Bob Vila was host for many of the 25 years that it has been on TV. They’ve worked on every type of house imaginable – modern style, 1849 Greek revival farmhouse, 1928 brick Tudor, 1865 ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Disappointed With God"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 15, 2002

Dealing with despair...moving from fear to faith

"Disappointed With God" Rev Dr Robert G Leroe We see quite a contrast between chapters 18 & 19! Elijah moves from exhilaration and intense excitement to dejection, discouragement and depression after his miraculous contest against the prophets of Baal. From his mountain top experience he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

Knowing God's Will

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

Knowing and doing the will of God as taught from the Scripture

"Knowing God’s Will" The Lord Jesus Christ came to do the will of God His Father. This fact is recorded in His Words found in both the Old and New Testament: "Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the Book it is written of Me, I delight to do Thy will, O My God, yea, Thy Law is within My ...read more

Scripture: John 7:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Runaway Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Sep 8, 2008

First of four message from the book of Jonah

God’s Runaway Jonah 1:1-17 Ever run away from home? I did more than once -- in my mind at least. I was maybe 5 or 6 at the time. And I played with the idea a lot. There was a problem, though -- when you live in Western Kansas like I did, you have a long way to go before you reach civilization, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Accomplishing God's Will Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 25, 2008

The fourth message in a series of messages from Jonah.

ACCOMPLISHING GOD’S WILL Jonah 1:7-15 * When to get to the end of this life, what is it that you hope will be your legacy? Is it your wish that people stand over you and say, “he was a good family man?” or “she was a good cook?” or “he was his own man?” or “she was a great business woman?” While ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

God Is With Us

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

We learn from the patriarchs that God is with us

“God is With Us” Genesis 22-50 We are continuing on in our study of the Old Testament, today looking at the last half of the book of Genesis. We have been learning from the examples of the OT saints, and learning from their examples, both of what to do and what not to do. In Romans 15 we are ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repent From The Evil Of This Broken World Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on May 21, 2012

As the trumpets are sounded those who are evil in this earth are being challenged by God. Through these events God is saying; I am God - Have I got your attention yet.

You can listen to this message in full here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/revelation/ Message Revelation 8:2-9:21 Repent from the Idolatry of This Broken World. Let’s start by reading the passage we are going to focus on this morning. Read Revelation 8:2-9:21 Up til ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Negotiating From A Position Of Strength

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Too few people learn how to negotiate from a position of strength, confidence and certainty. Philip presented Christ to the Samarians being mindful of his position of strength. First, Philip believed in the power of the gospel, the word of God, and in the

1. Too few people learn how to negotiate from a position of strength, confidence and certainty. Philip presented Christ to the Samarians being mindful of his position of strength. First, Philip believed in the power of the gospel, the word of God, and in the person of Jesus Christ. When you are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning A Lot From Lot

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 26, 2013

Lot's life demonstrates where we go when we look at what we like instead of looking up for the Lord's guidance. Loving God is learned through life's challenges more than life's pleasures.

Lot’s name is mentioned only 4 times in the New Testament. Three times in Luke 17 and once in 2 Peter 2:7. In both places the scriptures are talking about God’s judgment. Here are the places and contexts: Luke 17: 26 And just as it happened in the days of Noah, so it will be also in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From Paul's Salutations

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 18, 2015

It is most amazing to me how the apostle Paul opens his letters to the churches. This sermon concentrates on the salutation used in the letter to the Colossians and provides insight into how we could or should interact with each other. Praise be to God!

Colossians 1:1-13 “1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 to God’s holy people in Colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in Christ: Grace and peace to you from God our Father.” “3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Lent From Ashes To Alms

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 23, 2015

The Season of Lent is a time to live out discipleship in the world. A close look at how God rewards us as we journey these forty days of Lent From Ashes to Alms. How do you answer the call of Lent?

“Lent From Ashes to Alms” “Take heed that you do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise you have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 6:1-4 Intro: Many years ago I was pastor of an average church that had about 65 in Sunday morning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 6:21, Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Sheep Pen

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

The Bible compares us to sheep. We all tend to wander and need a Shepherd. As sheep in God's pasture, choose well who you listen to and follow. The Good Shepherd leads us faithfully, firmly, yet lovingly.

Lessons from the Sheep Pen Intro: [Play youtube clip of crazy sheep sounds] -Yes, the Bible really does compare us to sheep. But as crazy as what you’ve just heard sounds, it is nothing compared to the craziness that comes from people, whether out of their mouths or out of their lives. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Freed From Fear Of Death Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 26, 2022

How Satan gained the power of death. What is death theologically? It’s separation. A separation from life on the earth, separation from relatives, friends, and all. Above all a separation from the living God forever.

Text: Hebrews 2:14-18 Theme: Free from fear of Death Introduction: By the grace of God, we had meditations on the freedom concept. Freedom from sin, freedom from slavery, stress, and now we have come to freedom from fear of death. The word death is familiar to all faiths and religions. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-18

Denomination: Methodist