Sermons on Following God:

The Misunderstood God: The Distant God Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 25, 2013

God’s protection, trust and hope are based upon His unfailing love not on your unfailing works.

THE MISUNDERSTOOD GOD: THE DISTANT GOD** 1 CORINTHIANS 13:7 Big Idea: God’s protection, trust and hope are based upon His unfailing love not on your unfailing works. Supporting Scripture: Romans 8:28-39; John 13:31-35, 14:23-24; 15:9-10 INTRO “Truck Speak” In a humorous 2011 Chevrolet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

The Immensity Of God’s Resources

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2017

The raising of Christ from the dead was an awesome display of “power.” The "power" which He (God) exerted on that occasion was as great as that which He brought to bear during the six days of creation.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/5/17 Lesson 6: The Immensity of God’s Resources (1:20-23) Series: Paul's Letter to the Ephesians Ephesians 1:20-23 (NIV) 20 HE EXERTED WHEN HE RAISED CHRIST FROM THE DEAD AND SEATED HIM AT HIS RIGHT HAND IN ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

God Of My Youth

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 22, 2006

A little of my background

Ps 71:5 For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth. David was speaking this with the confidence of the God of his youth will not leave him now as he gets up in Age. When you trust in God in your youth …..it makes it easier as you grow older and base your life on the living ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:5

Denomination: Holiness

The Lord's Side Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2012

Following Jesus is more than getting him to cheer for our "team." It is making sure our "team" is on his side.

1. Preparations In April, 1988 the evening news reported on a photographer who was also a skydiver. He had jumped from a plane along with several other skydivers and filmed the group as they individually dove out of the plane and opened their parachutes. As the video was being shown of each member ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Counting The Cost (Part 2)

Contributed by David Derry on Jan 20, 2003

God does not expect His followers to be perfect. Otherwise He would not have chosen the 12 disciples that He did. They were not perfect, but they were willing to follow, and learn. Are we willing to follow Christ completely?

Counting the Cost – Part 2 January 19, 2003 Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews: Problem: Left inside main tire almost needs replaced. Solution: Almost replaced left inside main tire. Problem: Something loose in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-69, Acts 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Pleading For God’s Presence

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 17, 2009

With longing in his heart, Isaiah remembers the time in Israel’s history when God dwelt among His people, and expresses his strong desire for its return, as well as the remedy for its absence.

PLEADING FOR GOD’S PRESENCE Text: Isaiah 64 Intro: Isaiah the prophet was a highly esteemed citizen of Jerusalem, who enjoyed access to the royal court; and who later became the trusted advisor to king Hezekiah. His ministry basically involved the preaching of judgment against Judah. This was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Amazing Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

God’s grace is a free gift we cannot earn; through faith, we receive His love and acceptance, not by our efforts but by His mercy.

Some of us walked in today with hearts like clenched fists—trying to hold it all together, trying to square the accounts with God, trying to make sense of a week that wore us thin. We wonder if grace has a limit, if mercy has a meter, if love has a ledger. We keep a mental checklist: pray more, try ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, John 1:16

Topics: God's Grace, Grace, Embracing Grace

Alone With God Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jul 6, 2013

C.S Lewis, in his book “Miracles” writes, “The presence of God is the most real thing we ever encounter.” Moses prayed, “If your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here”.Exodus 33:15

Open your Bible to the book of Exodus 33:13-20, and I would like for you to follow with me as I read from chapter 33 verses 13 to 15, “If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you. Remember that this nation is your people.” The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wearing God's Armour

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Mar 10, 2013

Although many of us would rather deny it, we are in a constant battle. This battle is not against other men, but against Satan and his demons. In order to be successful in our battle, we must wear each piece of God's armour. What are these pieces?

Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: Although many of us would rather deny it, we are in a constant battle against Satan and his demons. As with any good soldier, we must not only wear our armour, but use the pieces of our armour in our defense against the archenemy Satan. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

We Have All Been Called Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 3, 2010

We are called out of the world and into Jesus and to follow His example in conduct, in obedience, and in service so that one day, on the day Jesus comes again, we will be called home.

We Have All Been Called 10/12/08 AM Text: 2 Timothy 1:9 INTRODUCTION: I found the genesis of this lesson in a conversation I had with an individual with whom I was working. This past week I was serving in my capacity as a facilitator of Navy Leadership training with the Center for Personal and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Provision In Prayer Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 28, 2010

1) the substance, 2) the source, 3) the supplication, 4) the seekers, & 5) the schedule of requesting God’s provision.

One of the most controversial elements of this winter’s Olympics has been Canada’s "Own the Podium" program. Not being content with record amounts of medals, the Canadian Olympic officials sought to have the most medals of any country. Was it greedy? When we consider what we have, why should we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Other

God Provided Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 28, 2009

We see How God Provides through 1)Godly Government. 2) Godly Providence. 3) People of Godly Character.

With the official start of Summer, we have come into the Season of labor unrest. This week, crowds as hoards descended on the LCBO as if to stay off an alcoholic apocalypse. Currently, strikes reign from Toronto to Windsor and pundits wonder if we can have any workplace stability. Who will deliver ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-7

Denomination: Other

Knowing And Doing The Will Of God

Contributed by Peter Toy on Apr 17, 2018

Fourth sermon in Ruth series. Outline: 1. The right way to accomplish God's will. 2. God has an individual plan for each of us. 3. We are part of a bigger plan.

Knowing and Doing the Will of God – Ruth 4:1-22 BTBC - June 9, 2013 God’s plan is always the best plan. Ron, Ruth’s brother is a runner and he’s a good one. A couple of years ago he ran the Niagara Falls Marathon, a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon. He said he had kept up his pace and in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Hidden Blessing Behind Our Act Of Faith

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Aug 1, 2020

God blesses those who put their faith to action. At various steps in our life's journey, the Lord brings situations where he tests our faith. If we exercise our faith, the blessing follows; if we do not, we will lose it.”

A great famine swept over all the land. This famine was prophesied by Elijah. This drought was the result of the judgment of the nation’s rampant idolatry, led by the royal couple Ahab and Jezebel. 1 Kings 17:1 - And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the Lord God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-16, Luke 4:25-26

God's Blueprint For God Ordained Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 9, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore God's blueprint for marriage ..

Marriage is a beautiful union between two people, but did you know that God's design is for it to be a spiritual and divine oneness first, and then physical? In this sermon, we'll explore God's blueprint for marriage and how He brings spouses together in a beautiful dance of spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, John 17:22-23