Sermons on Driven:

The Fizz Is Intact

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 13, 2013

Friend, when you are confronted with hindrances, harassment and loads and loads of troubles, the challenge is to make it work and not be browbeaten!

Afflicted in every way…. 2 Corinthians 4:8”We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair…” Listen! Are you just traumatized and dumbstruck by the avalanche of sudden problems that has come upon you and you wonder ‘hey, why me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Persecution Never Stop Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 12, 2020

Down through the Christian History, it has been a system to work against the Christians and missionaries. They had been ill-treated, threatened, and persecuted, many at times with severe hatred, enmity, and jealous for the simple reason, they believe in true God.

Acts 5:27-42 Persecution Never Stopped 5:27-28 Threat from Sanhedrin 5:29-33 Apostles Response 5:33-39 Gamaliel Speaks 5:40-42 Apostles Carry out the Ministry Acts 5:27-28 Threat from Sanhedrin Down ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-42

Denomination: Methodist

Mislabeled

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 26, 2015

The danger of mislabeling a person as a Christian - when they are not

Mislabeled Mislabeling Leads to Negative Consequences The English Standard Version of the Bible has this translation of Romans 9: 6b-8, "For not all who are descended from Israel belong to Israel, and not all are children of Abraham because they are his offspring... This means, it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Takes Over

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 5, 2018

When God takes over, His Spirit comes down to establish His Kingdom and His people. The Spirit would rule and guide for the fulfilment of His Word, day and night.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: WHEN GOD TAKES OVER Acts 8:14-17 King James Version (KJV) 14 Now when the apostles which were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent unto them Peter and John: 15 Who, when they were come down, prayed for them, that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:14-17

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 5, 2017

Do we really know how to pray?

Open your Bibles to Mark 9… page Take a look again at v17-18…… Let’s read now what Jesus did and the reason why the disciples could not heal the boy. Read along with me Mark 9:25-32… v25-27: Jesus commanded the evil spirit to come out of the boy and then He healed the boy! v28-29: The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:25-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why The Cry?

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Apr 14, 2017

Good Friday Sermon on the 4th Word of Christ while on the Cross. Matthew 27:46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

Why The Cry? Matthew 27:46 (ASV) And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? The journey From Gethsemane to Golgotha is slightly less than 1 mile, took six hours to complete and is the key to over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Baptist

The Worst Fall Of All

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 22, 2024

We all know what it means to fall. Babies a few months old instinctively guard against falling the first time they pull themselves up. We constantly warn and take precautions from falling. Safeguards are seen in dangerous places to prevent falls.

We all know what it means to fall. Babies a few months old instinctively guard against falling the first time they pull themselves up. We constantly warn and take precautions from falling. Safeguards are seen in dangerous places to prevent falls. A lot of people in hospitals with broken bones and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Forward--And Inward--For The Messianic Age

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2024

We are an egalitarian people. All of us have equal dignity, even if our economic circumstances differ from each other.

Twenty-Third Sunday in Course 2024 How can we characterize the prophet Isaiah and his disciples, who have given us the greatest collection of prophetic Biblical stories and sayings in the OT? Isaiah and his community were men living in terrible times of strife and suffering whose faith enabled them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37, James 2:1-5, Psalm 146:7-10, Isaiah 35:4-7

Denomination: Catholic

Has The Way Of The Most High Changed? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 8, 2023

God loves us. He wants to shed His grace–His very divine life–on every human being.

Saturday of the Second Week in Lent 2023 Every four weeks, those of us who pray the Church’s official morning prayer encounter Psalm 77, which is a lament by a temple Levite. Things are not going well for Israel, in this man’s view, and after reviewing all the awful things that have been ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:14-20, Psalm 103:1-4, Psalm 103:8-12, Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Catholic

Joseph The Portrait Of Christ

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 4, 2025

The Life of Joseph in Genesis 30:24 – Genesis 50:26, gives us a Portrait of JESUS CHRIST. (compilation from Bible Gateway)

2024.12.15. Sermon Notes. JOSEPH THE PORTRAIT OF CHRIST Joseph: the Portrait of CHRIST (Bible Gateway) The Life of Joseph Genesis 30:24 – Genesis 50:26 1. A shepherd. 2. Loved by his father. 3. Sent unto his brethren 4. Hated by his brothers. 5. Prophesied his coming glory. 6. Rejected by his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:24, Genesis 50:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of Speaking Ill Of Godly Women Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical reasons why we should refrain from speaking ill of godly women, the differences between worldly and godly women, and the consequences of speaking ill of them.

As believers, we are called to uphold the highest standards of integrity, love, and respect, especially towards our sisters in Christ. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon to witness or experience hurtful words and accusations directed towards godly women. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, Psalm 37:23-24

Don't Quit- The Ministry Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 31, 2022

This is the 109th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 11th sermon from 2 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#109] DON’T QUIT- THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Introduction: Today’s Scripture reminds me of a group that I was in when I was younger- The Royal Ambassadors. This was the Southern Baptist’s version of Boy’s Scouts. Our group’s name was based on 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Treasure In Fragile Vessels Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 3, 2023

How God uses our human frailty to display His divine glory. Great power is from God, not from ourselves.

"Treasure in Fragile Vessels" Introduction: Begin by welcoming the congregation and reading the key passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7-10 (NLT) - "We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Law Of Cause And Effect In Life SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

There is a spiritual principle of reaping what we sow. Understanding this principle should guide what we sow, and how we sow.

Title: Understanding the Principle of Sowing and Reaping Introduction: There is a spiritual principle that states we will reap what we sow. This principle applies to both believers and non-believers and is a law of life established by God. It means that whatever we sow in our lives, we will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Topics: Understanding Spiritual Principles, The Power Of Actions

Maximizing Your Divine Potential SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Service implies the execution of duties or being useful for a specific task. God has endowed everyone with a unique gift, often referred to as a 'Talent'. There is no individual without at least one talent. The question then is, how effectively are you utilizing your God-given talents?

What is the quality of your service to God? Are you effectively using the talents that God has given you? Each one of us has been blessed with unique gifts, which can be referred to as "talents." No one is without at least one talent. It is important to reflect on how we are utilizing these gifts ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:13

Topics: Serving God, Utilizing Talents