Sermons on God Delights In You:

What Are You Thankful For

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 15, 2021

Here, near the end of his letter to the Church at Philippi, the Apostle Paul picks up on that connection. He links our Thanksgiving to God with peace in our mind.

TITLE: WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR? SCRIPTURE: PHILIPPIANS 4:4-8 (This is not an original message, points gleaned from various ministers over the years) As many of you know in my haste, I actually scheduled our Church Anniversary/Homecoming a week early. We will spend a day of celebration on next ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

What God Can Do With A Happy Meal!

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 25, 2016

Often we feel like our resources are inadequate. "There's no way God can use me." But we find that God delights to use weak things because it redirects people to Him. Little is much when God is in it.

WHAT GOD CAN DO WITH A HAPPY MEAL John 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Euphemisms of a low IQ 1. Elevator doesn’t reach the top floor; 2. 2 bubbles shy of a bubble bath; 3. Not playing with a full desk; 4. Few French fries short of a Happy Meal; 5. Light’s on but nobody’s ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Who... Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 15, 2013

A sermon for our outside Celebration Sunday that points to the blessings we have of having a great God and a great Savior, using the YooHoo chocolate drink as an object lesson.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church Celebration Sunday - October 21, 2012 David Simpson You Who.... Psalm 71:19 and Matthew 11:28 Many of you remember last year's Celebration Sunday sermon...right? M&M - our Mighty and Majestic Lord! Well, I thought about using another acrostic from ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Does God Have You Now (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Sep 19, 2001

Being totally committed to God

Title: Does God Have You, Now Text: Psalms 57:7 Intro: The other day I was coming back from hospital visits and passed by where a wreck had happened sometime ago on Double Oak Mountain. Graffiti had been sprayed on the wall and said “God has you now” As I drove I began to ponder this one sentence ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Gives You A Seat Among Princes Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025

God has the power to lift men from lowly positions and establish them in places of honour and influence.

THE GOD WHO GIVES YOU A SEAT AMONG PRINCES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 2:7-8 Key Verse: “He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Raises Ordinary Men For Extraordinary Purposes Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Many people feel disqualified or unworthy of being used by God because of their background, mistakes, or lack of qualifications. However, throughout Scripture, we see a consistent pattern: God delights in raising ordinary men and women to accomplish extraordinary things.

GOD RAISES ORDINARY MEN FOR EXTRAORDINARY PURPOSES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 11:10-47 Supporting Texts: Judges 6:11-16, 1 Samuel 16:11-13, Acts 4:13, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, 2 Corinthians 4:7 INTRODUCTION: Many people feel disqualified or unworthy of being used by God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:10-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Cast, You Come, You Follow

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 1, 2007

Jesus extends three invitations ¡V the disciples are drawn closer and closer to Him with each one ¡V and the intimacy and responsibility grow deeper each time.

The story of our text today has the familiar theme of Peter’s restoration. Peter had denied Christ three times outside Pilate’s house during Jesus’ trial. In this reunion by the sea Peter confesses his love for Jesus three times. It is heartwarming to think about the big fisherman being received ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Playing God Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Mar 8, 2009

You are God’s catalyst for change.

Several years ago a movie came out called Bruce Almighty staring Jim Carrey. It’s a good movie about a guy who is frustrated at the way his life is going, so he blames God and tells Him he could do a better job if he were in charge. God, played by Morgan Freeman, grants Bruce all of His powers. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 5, 2018

Let God speak to you and obey

Listen to God Home coming 2018 Job 22:23 "If you return to the Almighty, you will be restored; If you remove unrighteousness far from your tent, God wanted his children to return Restore your hearts Jeremiah 24:7 'I will give them a heart to know Me, for I am the LORD; and ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:23

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Out For Idols Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

Idols come in a variety of forms and will keep us from being delighted by God, delivered by God and being developed by God.

INTRODUCTION I want to conduct a little quiz this morning. I want you to raise your hand if you know the 4 following people: Reuben Studdard (winner of American Idol contest) Kenny Chesney (local boy, winner of his first Country Music award) Annika Sorenstam (Best lady golfer, just competed with ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Listening To God

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 9, 2014

God is speaking to us through our worship, in the songs we sing, the Scriptures read and the message delivered. What you will walk away with will be determined by how well you listen to God. What is necessary to listen well?

Listening to God I Samuel 3:1-10 Charles Stanley in a sermon from Nehemiah once asked, “How is it that two people can sit in the same pew, hear the same sermon about the same portion of Scripture, and walk away with two different reactions? One is joyful and the other unaffected.” God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Samuel 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Spirit Of God Enable You To Effectively Communicate

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 7, 2007

Twenty ministries of the Holy Spirit found in Isaiah 61 that were evidenced in the life Jesus and Paul the Apostle.

Let the Spirit of God Enable You To Effectively Communicate (Isa 61:1-11) Contrary to certain assumptions you do not have to be perky and pretty like Katie Couric and receive a $20 million salary before you can be an effective communicator. Consider Howard Henricks who has taught at Dallas ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's So Great About God?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 13, 2012

What’s so great about God? 1. He gives delight from disaster (vs. 12-20). 2. He gives triumph from the tomb (vs. 21-23). 3. He gives a heart to help others (vs. 24-26).

What’s So Great about God? Philippians 1:12-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 5, 2012 *We say it in one of the first prayers we ever learn: “God is great.” -And He really is great! -We could talk about His greatness all night long. -And in these verses, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

God Is On My Side

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 4, 2014

If God is for you who can be against you?

God Is On My Side Thanks to an anonymous minister Ps 56:9-13 9 When I cry unto thee, then shall mine enemies turn back: this I know; for God is for me. 10 In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word. 11 In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do unto ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Extravagant Devotion To Jesus

Contributed by David Mende on Nov 14, 2018

This sermon challenges God's people to be completely devoted to Jesus on the basis of his infinite worth. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give a brief feedback.

INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: I remember my college days when I was studying Masters in Computer Science. In 2001, the Lord touched my life and I was on fire for God! I would be very vocal about my faith and share the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11, Matthew 26:2-16, Luke 22:1-6, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God