Sermons on God Is Pleased:

Wisdom Literature- Depending Of God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 19, 2019

God reveals his wisdom to humanity through a variety of creative forms, so we can make decisions in a way that pleases him.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we continue with our series, Binge Reading the Bible. • This series focuses on how God reveals his will and desires for mankind through each specific section of the Bible. • Each genre, including the Pentateuch, Historical Books, Wisdom Literature, the Prophets, the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin In The Present Tense Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 6, 2011

Are things we do everyday pleasing God?

The three chief causes of death in the United States are, in statistical order, diseases of the heart cancer and disorders of the nervous system. Two of the three are obviously diseases brought on by the strains imposed on the human body by worry, anxiety nervousness and the tensions of life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 2: Great Truths From Enoch's Godly Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 30, 2023

1. Faith lets us walk with the Lord. 2. Faith makes it possible for us to please God. 3. Faith lets us profit from God's prophecies. 4. Faith reassures us about God's rewards.

Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 2: Great Truths from Enoch's Godly Faith Hebrews 11:1-6; Genesis 5:18-24; Jude 1:14-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 30, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Hebrews 11, we continue our study of some of the greatest Old Testament heroes of our faith. But ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, Genesis 5:18-24, Jude 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 2, 2009

Ask any Christian if they believe that God is good and they would certainly say, well of course. But believing that He is good is not the only requirement in pleasing Him. The Word says, we must also believe that He is a rewarder of those who diligently

Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Rewarder - "one who pays wages" (misthos, "wages," apo, "back," didomi, "to give"), is used by metonymy in Heb. 11:6, of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being Friends With God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

Abraham was called a friend of God. What made him so was his faith. "Without faith, it is impossible to please Him" but having faith brings us great favor with God.

“BEING FRIENDS WITH GOD” “Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the friend of God.” James 2:23 I Why Abraham was called the friend of God: 1. His great faith: “Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.” ...read more

Scripture: James 2:23

Denomination: Baptist

Gathering To Worship Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015

Worship that pleases God loves God's Word and lives God's Word.

Many times when people find out I’m a pastor, one of the first questions they ask is “What kind of church is it?” I’ve also had quite a few people who have visited our church ask the same thing. In most cases, I think what people want to know is if our church belongs to a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Spiritual Growth?

Contributed by Satkunanathan (Paulos) on Sep 19, 2013

Understanding the term Spiritual Growth will Seal your destiny, It will lead to life and in abundance, Pleasing God in every thing we do.

As a Christian it’s important that we learn this in our daily life so we can increase in our Spiritual Growth. Growth (Growing) is the Key word – Getting Taller, Higher, Upwards. In general, we have a perception that Spiritual Growth is getting serious with God, commitment in reading ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Book Of Acts, Part 10- Dying To Please Jesus; The Martyrdom Of Stephen Series

Contributed by Mark Strauss on May 4, 2006

Let’s see how it begins: •Verse 8 Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, did great wonders and miraculous signs among the people. •Stephen is obviously a multi-talented individual. He not only takes care of the widows, but he’s out there on

“Dying to Please Jesus” The Martyrdom of Stephen Acts 6:8-7:59 One of great movies of recent years is Amadeus, a mostly fictional account of the life of the great composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. •The story is told from the perspective of Antonio Salieri, a fellow composer. •As a young boy, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being Smart About God's Will Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 9, 2008

Knowledge of the Gospel, love for others and prayer are the keys to coming to know God’s will for our lives -- then we must act on it in order to please Him.

Being Smart about God’s Will Love and wisdom; God and you Colossians 1:9-12 The Colossians had experienced hope. The Gospel delivered to them had presented them with the promise of the kingdom and that promise had given them hope, which in turn gave rise to active faith and love. This faith and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Please Stop Talking Nonsense About Gog/Magog - November 2023 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 3, 2023

In these days the words Gog/Magog crop up in reference to the current war against Hamas. This Gog war will definitely happen, but there is debate about the timing. This article shows it can be only at one specific time. I have more detailed posts in the Eschatology Series.

PLEASE STOP TALKING NONSENSE ABOUT GOG/MAGOG - November 2023 ERRORS ABOUT THE GOG MAGOG WAR - November 2023 It really disturbs me that some people become fanciful about the Gog war, and make stupid statements about it that show they have nor studied Ezekiel 38 and 39 correctly. One should ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:18-20, Ezekiel 38:23, Matthew 24:15-17, Ezekiel 39:8-10, Ezekiel 39:17-18, Revelation 19:17-21, Zechariah 12:9, Ezekiel 39:21-22, Ezekiel 39:23, Ezekiel 39:25-29, Joel 3:1-2, Joel 2:25-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Wedding Gift Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2017

Sexual purity is important, because It pleases God; sex itself is sacred; sexual immorality robs others; sex outside of marriage is not safe, and God gives you His Holy Spirit.

At the end of their first date, a young man in a bygone era took his favorite girl home. He decided to try for that important first kiss. With an air of confidence, he leaned his hand against the wall, smiled, and said, “How about a good night kiss?” “Are you crazy?” she said. “My parents will see ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of Faith In God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

Faith is the foundation of our relationship with God. It is the currency of the Kingdom and the key that unlocks the supernatural. Without faith, we cannot please God, and without faith, we cannot receive from God.

THE POWER OF FAITH IN GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1–6 Supporting Texts: Mark 11:22–24, Romans 4:17–21, Matthew 17:20, James 1:6, Luke 1:37 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation of our relationship with God. It is the currency of the Kingdom and the key that unlocks the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You Know Where Your God Is? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

WE CAN BLESS THE LORD FOR HIS BLESSINGS BECAUSE: OUR GOD IS IN THE HEAVENS AND HE DOES WHATEVER HE PLEASES

BIG IDEA: WE CAN BLESS THE LORD FOR HIS BLESSINGS BECAUSE: OUR GOD IS IN THE HEAVENS AND HE DOES WHATEVER HE PLEASES INTRODUCTION: Often we live as if we are lost, stumbling around, powerless, overwhelmed by the world around us. Part of our problem is we have forgotten where our God is. In this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Custodians Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 28, 2022

Serving the Lord is not all that complicated. Just serve Him faithfully and humbly. Every day, just humbly do what He asks you to do and leave the results up to Him.

I’ve had some experience in signing contracts with various musicians over the years to do concerts in the church. Those contracts spell out the details of what each party expects, and they contain few, if any, surprises. That’s not the case with some of the big-name entertainers. For example, Van ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7, Matthew 11:29-30, Matthew 10:42, Matthew 25:21, Matthew 25:23, Luke 16:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Cause For Commendation Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with Paul’s commendation to these Christians for their (1)Service for the Lord (2)Receptivity to the Lord (3)Evangelistic Influence. Movie clip from "About Schmidt" as a contrast to these believers

Cause for Commendation 1Thessalonians 1:1-10[1] 10-10-04 Intro If God were writing a letter to us this morning, what do you think He would say? What would He commend and what would He correct? In the first few chapters of Revelation Jesus is walking among the candlesticks. His eyes are as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic