Sermons on God Given:

Expect Service Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

God has given us all that we have and he has given us gifts so that we may encourage, strengthen, and equip the body of Christ.

Expect Service Faith Expectations Part 9 07/06/08 PM Text: Various [This lesson and this series are drawn from the writings of Tom Allen in his book “What to expect now that you believe.”] Faith Expectations This lesson is another in the series titled Faith Expectations. This series purpose is to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Keys Of The Kingdom Of Heaven!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 17, 2020

In this sermon outline many times the Church does not use that which God has given us, Keys of Power that the Lord has given to the Church to evangelize the world.

THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN! - Matt. 16:13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? - 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Acts 1:4, Acts 4:12

Sermon 3 - A Formula For Impacting Our World Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 9, 2025

God has not only given us a goal, He has given us a methodology for reaching that goal. It is a concise and clear formula for impacting our world with the Gospel.

Introduction: A. As you know, I like to start my sermons with something interesting or humerous, so I decided to start today’s sermon with a funny story about a science chemistry experiment gone wrong. 1. So, I started searching online, thinking surely there must be some great stories out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

New Years Day: God Is Working His Purpose Out!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 1, 2006

A sermon given on New Years Day, encouraging and challenging the church to know our Bible better this year, to work together, to listen to God in the tough decisions, and to learn from the character of Joseph - a righteous man.

Have you ever looked back at a chain of events and been amazed? 14 years ago I was involved with Camberley Youth for Christ. In faith we booked a band called ‘Triumph’ to come and spend a few days in a local school. We needed £650 to run the event; we had about £50 available. The band came, had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

Embracing God's Spirit Of Power, Love, And Self-Discipline Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2023

In 2 Timothy 1:7, we discover the incredible gifts God has given us: power, love, and self-discipline. We are called to live boldly, love unconditionally, and exercise self-discipline in our faith journey. Let us embrace these gifts and walk confidently in God's Spirit.

"Embracing God's Spirit of Power, Love, and Self-discipline" Introduction: Good day, dear congregation. Today, we delve into a powerful message found in 2 Timothy 1:7 (NLT): "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, 2 Timothy 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding God’s Will

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 6, 2005

SEEK it, SURRENDER to it, and STAND in it. It’s REAL, can be REFUSED, but it’s always RIGHT! Link included to formatted text, audio/video, and PowerPoint.

Understanding God’s Will Romans 12:1-2 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/God’sWill.html We usually look at this passage and talk about surrender...but surrender to what? The will of God in the end of v. 2! Or we talk about separation...but separation unto what? The will of God! And that should be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Perils Of Misusing Privilege

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001

Some of the dangers and difficulties of misuing the privileges we are given

The Perils of Misusing Privilege (Acts 13:16-41) Illustration:Two shopkeepers were bitter rivals. Their stores were directly across the street from each other, and they would spend each day keeping track of each other’s business. If one got a customer, he would smile in triumph at his rival. One ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:16-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Grace Of Giving: Understanding Community Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 11, 2007

When a man has given His heart to God (8:5), all that defines him is placed under God’s control.

UNDERSTANDING COMMUNITY: GIVING AND LIVING WITH OTHERS 2 Corinthians 8:10 – 9:5 {NIV} Part 2 of the series: The Grace of Giving: God-Given Principles for Understanding Your Money (2 Corinthians 8-9) Sermon Objective: When a man has given His heart to God (8:5), all that defines him is placed ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Give Worship Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 29, 2009

We are to Give Worship to God because 1) Our Souls have been given to God and 2) Our bodies, 3) Our minds, and 4) Our wills should be given as well.

As 2009 approaches its final weeks we see the wrap of not only a year but of the first decade of the Millennium. The greed of the 80’s resulted in caution being thrown to the wind in the 90’s resulting in the bottom falling out of the last ten years (the 00’s?). When people en mass strove to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Other

God's Will Is God's Word!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 25, 2008

GOD’S WILL IS GOD’S WORD!The Word of God is the Bread of Life. When we receive it, believe it and act upon it then God is able to work the promises of God in our life. We want to share some wonderful promises from the Life and Words of Jesus in this out l

GOD’S WILL IS GOD’S WORD! The Word of God is the Bread of Life. When we receive it, believe it and act upon it then God is able to work the promises of God in our life. We want to share some wonderful promises from the Life and Words of Jesus in this out line. I. Jesus power was manifested ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

God Can If God Will

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 18, 2014

God's ability is limitless; and power is only limited to His sovereign prerogative.

Boldness in the Lord Introduction We are going to begin a new series this morning. I have noticed that the world has become more bold in promoting values and ideas that are opposed to christian beliefs. I have also noticed that very few Christians are willing to say or do anything about it. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40

Denomination: Baptist

"Just Like That"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 28, 2010

To love as Jesus loved is to love, not based on our opinions or prejudices or feelings of justice at any given time. It is unconditional; it includes everyone and excludes no one. And it goes all the way!!!!

John 13:34-35 “Just Like That” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I think it’s safe to say that this is the simplest, clearest and hardest command of all! Perhaps more than any other single verse in the New Testament, this one should ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Praying For God’s Will – Submitting To God’s Way

Contributed by Esther Collins on May 11, 2022

Often we pray for God's will, and hope things will work out the way we want them to. But in reality it's in submitting to His will, and willingly going His way can we experience God's perfect blessings.

When life is hard, and things don’t go as we planned we get discouraged. In times like these we go to God in prayer. As we pray fervently we hope that God will answer us the way we want Him to. We pray for God’s will to be done, and when we find that God’s will is not as we planned or desired, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12, Deuteronomy 3:23-26, 2 Samuel 12:15-17, 2 Samuel 12:22-23, Daniel 6:10-11, Matthew 26:39, 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 12:8-9, Matthew 26:45-46  (view more)  (view less)

God’s Servants Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 14, 2012

Whoever we are, whatever we do, we are all servants of the Lord.

Introduction Have you ever had this situation? You leave a job position and all you hear from your former colleagues is how wonderful your successor is. He is so delightful, so inspiring to be around. He has flair that, well, you have your good qualities of course, but there is just something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

This One's On God Series

Contributed by Christabel N. Onuoha on Mar 15, 2016

As potent as humans are, our potency is quite limited. There are challenges in our lives that we are impotent to handle, we must recognize this, and instead of give up, just learn to let go and let God.

Casting Your Cares On The Lord Zechariah 4:6 "Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” Every now and then we all come under pressure – the pressure of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal