Sermons on Full Surrender:

Narnia: In The Fullness Of Time

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Dec 14, 2005

Christmas came at the appointed time, in the appointed way and for an appointed purpose. How specifically, and what difference does that make?

ILL Narnia - no Christmas the Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe is a story of four children who are transported into the land of Narnia, where they are confronted with adventures and the ultimate ruler of the world, the lion Aslan. But when they arrive it is ruled by the White Witch. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being Full Of Joy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores how joy, a gift from the Holy Spirit, strengthens believers and remains constant even amidst life's most challenging seasons.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His house, to lift our voices in praise, to find comfort in the fellowship of believers, and to be nourished by the Word of God? Indeed, it is a privilege we should never take for granted. In the spirit of gratitude, let us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Topics: Joy

The Full Armor Of God

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on May 15, 2023

armor of God

The Full Armor of God Ephesians 6:10-20 Good Morning Please open your Bibles to Ephesians 6 as we look at the pieces of the Armor of God which are essential for Christian warfare… In the first three chapters of the Book of Ephesians, the Apostle Paul writes about all that God has done for us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Step Three - Surrender Or Die Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 8, 2020

Step Three: Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God, as we understood Him.., is how it reads but what it means is: “If anyone wishes to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.”

I love the smells and sounds of spring: spring rain, cut grass and people rooting for or playing one of the many spring summer sports. However, I also remember the pain of one fateful night. You see, I loved to play softball. It was always a blast but I’m competitive. On this night, I tried to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, Matthew 11:28, Acts 3:19, John 6:38, Luke 18:28-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Full Of Grace And Truth

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 4, 2006

God incarnate, full of grace and truth, accomplished three things that give us great cause to praise Him.

John 1:14-18 Full of Grace and Truth Woodlawn Baptist Church December 3, 2006 Introduction Read John 1:14-18. In last week’s message, we looked at John 1:1-14 and briefly considered the Incarnation, the enfleshment of God in the person of Jesus Christ. It was my hope that you know the great ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

When I Surrender To Temptation Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 19, 2007

Temptation is always a threat to the child of God. The message is a consideration of the source of temptation and the consequences of surrender to temptation.

JAMES 1:13-15 WHEN I SURRENDER TO TEMPTATION “Let no one say when he is tempted, ‘I am being tempted by God,’ for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Total Surrender & Total Commitment

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

Considering what kind of dedication a Christian is to have for Jesus Christ

This morning we’ve witnessed the dedication of Anslie. Brent and Natalie brought Anslie and presented her to the Lord dedicating her to His care. I want us to this morning consider what dedication is all about. What is it that you think of first when I mention the word dedication. You may think ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Right Before...

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 29, 2024

Are you connected to the source? Let me pray for us. “-Lord, help us to stay away from temptation and close to you, so we can do your will in Jesus name, amen.”

Right Before... Are you connected to the source? Let me pray for us. “-Lord, help us to stay away from temptation and close to you, so we can do your will in Jesus name, amen.” Lent is meant to be a time of repentance. Lent occurs 40 days right before the miracle. Common day duties are set aside ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46, John 15:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ In The Fullness Of Time

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 21, 2020

1 of 1. The apostle Paul encouraged the Galatian church in their timely relationship with Jesus. Our relationship with Jesus is all due to the fullness of time wrought by the Father. The Fullness of Time offers Christ-centered...

CHRIST In The FULLNESS Of TIME—Galatians 3:26--4:7 The TIME Of JESUS’ ARRIVAL indicates/implies... Attention: All people, in every era, & of every stripe, have lived & do live within the confines of a linear progression of TIME. Many Science Fiction movies are based upon either going ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rugged Individualism? Rugged Surrender!

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Mar 10, 2004

"Rugged Individualism" is thinking that we need to rely on ourselves. But this can lead to trouble, as the Israelites (and the Corinthians, and people today) indicate. Instead, we should pursue "rugged surrender".

March 10, 2004 Title: Rugged Individualism? Rugged Surrender! Text: 1Co_10:1-13 Introduction 1. One of my favorite radio personalities preaches a doctrine of "rugged individualism"... if we work hard...anything is possible we are responsible for our own actions... we take care of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

I Surrender...even If It Is Reluctantly

Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 25, 2005

God is not interested in your lip service, He seeks your obedience. This message is based on the parable of the two sons.

Matthew 21:28 (NLT) "But what do you think about this? A man with two sons told the older boy, ’Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.’ Simple Instructions  God has given us simple instructions – The expectation is obedience • 1 Samuel 15:22 • Colossians 2:6 1 Samuel 15:22 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ultimate Treasure #4 - Surrendering

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 4, 2007

Part 4 of a 5 part series used for VBS at Welcome Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Lemont Il.

WHMBC VBS 2007 – Treasure #4 – Surrendering 2 Corinthians 4:1-7 Things don’t always go our way. Some things don’t turn out the way we expect them to. Sometimes our friends let us down – even when they tell us that they’ll always be there for us. Sometimes people at school laugh at us, make fun ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Worship The Lord With Offerings" Not "Surrenderings"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 25, 2007

Worship the Lord with "Offerings" not "Surrenderings" 1) Because He chose us; 2) Because He saved us; 3) Because He blesses us

Last Wednesday, Ash Wednesday, marked the beginning of Lent. It’s traditional in many circles to give up something during these forty days before Easter. Some people give up coffee. Others give up meat. Catholics in Germany are being urged to give up driving this Lent. What have you given up? ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Bowing Down: A Surrendered Heart Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

The basics of genuine thanksgiving to God.

Outline 1. Introduction 2. Transition 3. Major Exposition a. Textual Movement i. Heart-Commands, Love for God-Love for God’s Word. b. The gift of purity. (v.9-13) c. Rejoicing over God’s law as with great riches. (v.14) d. Covet the things of God. (v.15-16) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Christian Church

Complete Surrender To Christ The King

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

The story of Eric Liddell (Chariots of Fire) forms the backdrop for this sermon on Christ the King Sunday. Are we willing to surrender all of our commitments and allegiences to Christ the King?

1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Nazarene