Sermons on God Accomplishing His Purposes:

God's Plan For A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Dale Johnsen on Aug 22, 2002

God uses the local church to grow baby Christians into mature Christians.

God has designed His church to function like a loving family that you can invite people into. Church is not a place to issue edicts; church is a place to nurture growth. Church is a place for shepherds, not generals. Church is a place that exists for the purpose of helping people grow and mature ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Is God's Goal For Us Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Oct 25, 2005

Just what does God want to accomplish with us?

WHAT IS GOD’S GOAL FOR US? Text: Gal. 2:20 Intro: 1. If you had someone close to you who was addicted to something that was literally destroying his/her life which of the two following options would you prefer: a. an immediate “fix” which would bring the person’s conduct ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Family In God's Redemptive Plan

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

Jesus is the REDEEMER! But God used the family in bringing redemption to the lost. Your family can be used by God, too.

INTRODUCTION: Today, in this family retreat we will be discussing from the word of God, how we (our families) can be useful in bringing holiness in our community. I. THE RISE, THE FALL AND THE REDEMPTION OF FAMILY, Gen. 1:28, Gen. 3 A. THE FAMILY IS ORDAINED TO POPULATE THE WORLD WITH GODLY ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Seven Gifts To His Son Jesus

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 9, 2021

He had work to do while he was on the earth.

God’s seven Gifts to his Son Jesus John 17: 2As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. Authority and Power over all. (1) His position. Matthew 11: 27All things are delivered unto me of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:2

Denomination: Baptist

God’s People’s Response To His Judgment Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 16, 2025

God’s judgment will fall upon the whole Earth, but His city is kept within His protection; a place reserved & provided for by Him! It is a place that is guarded (walls and gates), with access only through one way: Jesus!

Isaiah, Part 10 God’s People’s Response to His Judgment Isaiah 24:1-23, Isaiah 25:1-12, and Isaiah 26:1-6 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve chosen to worship with us - Last week, we saw the future punishment of Satan, and the hope it does bring -- REALIZE: If God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 24:1-23, Isaiah 25:1-12, Isaiah 26:1-6, John 15:1-4, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Accomplish A Big Hard Scary Job Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

When you don't know where to start

A. SIZE UP BIG JOBS WITH A BIG OVERALL PERSPECTIVE: JOSHUA 10:16-43 1. Why big jobs defeat us? a. We’re scared of failure. b. We don’t know where to start. c. We’ve failed at big jobs before. d. Lack of motivation. e. Worthy goal, but not with my limitations. “God led Israel to cross the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:8-43

Denomination: Baptist

How To Accomplish A Big Hard Scary Job Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 9, 2024

Size up big jobs with a big overall perspective.

A. SIZE UP BIG JOBS WITH A BIG OVERALL PERSPECTIVE: JOSHUA 10:16-43 1. Why big jobs defeat us. a. We are scared of failure. b. We do not know where to start. c. We have failed at big jobs before. d. Lack of motivation. e. Worthy goal, but not with my limitations. “God led Israel to cross the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:16-43

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing Into His Presence Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Sep 18, 2007

Worship is not merely a response to God, but it is also the pursuit of God. God pursues us, and yet for some odd reason, He seems to be just beyond our grasp when we seek Him. The pressing into His Presence is the choice of our will to worship Him.

Encountering God - Part 2 – Pressing Into His Presence Overview Last week, I laid a foundation for what I believe to be the biblical nature of worship, starting with the fact that God has created mankind to worship Him. That worship arises from a relationship with Him. The bible says in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Talents Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jan 14, 2020

Faithfullness in serving the Lord brings about its own rewards.

The Parable of the Talents Matthew 25:14-18: Parables can be as exciting and challenging as detective stories. Even more so, for in the end they turn out to be dealing with real life, while detective stories can be pretty far-fetched. Also parables, like detective stories, are filled with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Restores Elijah / The Heart Of The Problem

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 15, 2020

To help Elijah out of his depression God needs to reach a point where Elijah is willing to listen to him. He then needs to resolve Elijah's sense of failure and hopelessness. We see how God did that.

1 KINGS 19, GOD RESTORES ELIJAH INTRODUCTION Today we’re returning to the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19. 1 Kings 18 tells us about Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. In 1 Kings 19, we find that Elijah has become very depressed. He thinks he’s a failure, but God ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Driving Nehemiah Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jan 3, 2009

Why are you where you are right now? God has placed you there for a purpose. What is stopping you from leading the way to accomplish that purpose?

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com As you remember, we finished Ezra back in the first week of July. So it’s been 6 months since we spent time with our remnant. I miss them. As we’ve talked about before, Ezra and Nehemiah were originally two parts to the same book. Ezra wrote it, but he used ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Praise God For His Supremacy Over All

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 28, 2003

The greatest thing we can do in life is to praise God. Begin by worshiping Him for His supremacy over all predicaments, problems and people. Here are several attributes of God that are worthy of our praise

Praise God for His Supremacy - The greatest thing we can do in life is to praise God. Begin by worshiping Him for His supremacy over all predicaments, problems and people. Here are several attributes of God that are worthy of our praise: 1. Shepherd – I exalt you Lord for being my Shepherd so I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:35-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Honour His Name And Word Above All Else - Psalm 138:2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 8, 2025

Pause to reflect on what fuels our going, what sustains our mission, and what ensures we go in the power and purpose of God.

Go! And Honour His Name and Word Above All Else - Psalm 138:2 Psalm 138:2 (NLT): “I bow before your holy Temple as I worship. I praise your name for your unfailing love and faithfulness; for your promises are backed by all the honour of your name.” Introduction: The Priority of His Name and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:2, Hebrews 12:28, Lamentations 3:22-23, Isaiah 55:11, 2 Corinthians 1:20, John 1:14, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loving God

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 14, 2011

How we are to accomplish the first and great command to love God with all our heart, soul and mind.

“Loving God” Text: 1 John 4:7-11 I. Welcome II. Introduction The beloved apostle John penned the beautiful words of our scripture reading this morning in which one of the great attributes of God is set forth – God is love. Yet, as we begin reading the OT, we find no reference to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In His Time

Contributed by Harry Suminggit on Sep 29, 2017

A foundational study of Man's time according to the Lord in his lifetime.

SCRIPTURE READING: Ecclesiastes 3:1-22 SERMON STRUCTURE: FOUNDATIONAL SUBJECT: TIME THEME: God appointed a cycle of time in Man’s life “In His Time” Introduction: What are our news in this day? What is our weather, is it cloudy? Rainy? What is your time in your watches, mobiles? How about in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance