Sermons on Gently Instruct:

Final Instructions For Big Events

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022

in the text we will see three things that God says to Israel to prepare for a big event/trial

A. Opening illustration: When it comes to being on the alert and ready at any moment to do the job, it’s hard to beat the Pony Express. This historically famous mail service between St. Joseph, Missouri, and California depended on constant movement and readiness. Relay stations were established ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions From God To Women Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

God desires women to reflect His beauty, both inner and outer.

As daughters of God, women play a vital role in the kingdom of God. Throughout the Bible, God provides guidance and instructions for women to live a life that honors Him. Here are instructions from God to women, based on biblical teachings: 1. Be a Woman of Faith (Hebrews 11:1-3, 35-40) God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

The Danger Of Disobeying Divine Instructions Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter is a loud warning to every believer and minister: partial obedience is still disobedience.

THE DANGER OF DISOBEYING DIVINE INSTRUCTIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 13:1-34 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 15:22-23; Proverbs 4:13; Galatians 1:8; Ecclesiastes 5:1-2; Hebrews 2:1-3 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 13 presents a profound and sobering story about a prophet sent by God to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's Just A Matter Of Time!

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 4, 2002

The last hours, the last days, evangelism

"It’s Just A Matter of Time" (Eccl. 3:1 & 2) Does anyone here know what time it is? How do you look at the day and time we live in? Do you see this hour as if it is just one hour of millions you have in your life? Allow me to give you some possible measurements of time: • 1 picosecond (1 ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

Denomination: Wesleyan

An Incorruptible Inheritance Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 13, 2019

The best inheritance is one that never fails - and incorruptible inheritance!

Introduction: It Never Runs Out Pastor Dave Brannon relates the following: When I asked a friend who is about to retire what she feared about her next stage of life, she said, “I want to make sure I don’t run out of money.” The next day as I was talking to my financial counselor he gave me advice ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Warnings To The Church - Get It Right Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 24, 2017

The Book of Revelation gives us warnings and instructions about what the church should be.

March 26, 2017 Morning Worship Text: Revelation 1:1; Chapters 2-3 Subject: Lessons From Revelation Part 3 Title: Warnings to the Church – Get it Right This is our third sermon in the series Lessons from Revelation. If for some reason you have always deemed the Book of Revelation as one that is ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Introduction To Wisdom. Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012

The book of Proverbs begins with the purpose of a Proverbs and the definition of true wisdom.

An Introduction to Wisdom Proverbs 1:1-7 Illus. A Baptist pastor was praying with his staff and deacons one Sunday morning before services when a cloud filled the room. A deep voice spoke out to the pastor. "Which every you wish, it will be given to you: wisdom, wealth or great looks." The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Pretty Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 15, 2018

It doesn't matter whether we finish first in this race, but it does matter that we "finish pretty." Do you know what that means and what it takes to "look good" when we cross the finish line?

OPEN: I read the true story about a group of friends that wanted to take part in one of those big 26 mile marathons. They ran together for over a year preparing for the meet. They were not trying to be big competitors in the race, they enjoyed running together and - for them – this was going to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instructions On Honoring Your Father And Mother

Contributed by Lance Ladd on Nov 16, 2001

sermon on the 5th commandment instructions on raising children and loving parents

Honor your Father and Mother Exodus 20:12 IHCC 11/11/01 EX 20:12 "Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you. I have heard many people comment about the declining situations of our families and of young people today. Some of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instructions On How To Handle Difficult Times

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 29, 2005

The Psalmist David gives us some good instructions on how to handle hard times when they come.

PSALM 62:1-12 “INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO HANDLE HARD TIMES” A) I read about a man that was sitting at home one evening when the doorbell rang! * When he answered the door, a six-foot tall cockroach was standing there. * The cockroach immediately punched him between the eyes and scampered off. * The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Final Instructions - How To Be A Gospel Church Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 2, 2005

How to be a gospel church; how to live lives that are appropriate for people who are waiting for Christ to return to take us to be with him forever.

We’re going to be thinking today about how to be a gospel church; how to live lives that are appropriate for people who are waiting for Christ to return to take us to be with him forever. Last week you were reminded that even if we don’t know exactly when Jesus will return, he is coming and that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:12-28

Denomination: Anglican

Some Final Instructions To The Family Of The Church. Series

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 8, 2007

How should we view the leaders of the church And how the members of the church should treat their fellow brothers and sisters

We are looking today at the final chapter in Paul’s 1st letter to the Thessalonians • What we are going to see is that Paul is giving some final instructions to the Family of the church. • How should we view the leaders of the church • And how the members of the church should treat their fellow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Instruction Manual To Eternal Life

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005

As we start this mornings sermon we are not going to have just one main text but we are going to read several scriptures and talk about all of them as we go.

Our Instruction Manual to Eternal Life July 16, 2000 As we start this mornings sermon we are not going to have just one main text but we are going to read several scriptures and talk about all of them as we go. I know that you have all heard me use a lot of these scriptures and we will be using ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Church Of God

Final Instructions - How To Be A Gospel Church Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

How to be a gospel church; how to live lives that are appropriate for people who are waiting for Christ to return to take us to be with him forever.

We’re going to be thinking today about how to be a gospel church; how to live lives that are appropriate for people who are waiting for Christ to return to take us to be with him forever. In the previous section of this letter we were reminded that even if we don’t know exactly when Jesus will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Anglican

Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth

Contributed by David Cook on Sep 13, 2010

Joshua gives some practical instructions to ensure success in serving the Lord.

The purpose of my sermon this morning is to encourage your wholehearted obedience to the Lord God Almighty and to warn you of the consequences of disobedience to Him. Intro: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7arO6mTs5W0 The famous last words of Todd Beamer on US Airlines Flight 93 before crashing ...read more

Denomination: Baptist