Sermons on God Is Sovereign:

Why Did God Allow This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the concept of suffering from the perspective of Psalm 73, emphasizing God's sovereignty, the benefits that can come from suffering, and how we can find peace amidst it all.

Good morning, family! Welcome this beautiful Sunday, as we come together to delve into God's word. Today, we're going to explore a topic that we all may have grappled with at some point - suffering. More specifically, we're going to look at it from the perspective of Psalm 73, focusing on God's ...read more

Topics: Bad Things, Christians

God Knows What He’s Doing

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jul 17, 2012

"God Knows What He’s Doing" is a sermon based on the doxology of Paul recorded in Romans 11:33-36. It declares that God is worthy to be praised, because God knows what he’s doing, even when we do not.

GOD KNOWS WHAT HE’S DOING Romans 11:33-36 There is a pattern in the New Testament Epistles of Paul. He begins by explaining doctrine and then exhorts to duty. This pattern reminds us that doctrine and duty go together in the Christian life. Christianity is not religious activism disconnected ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Equality With God

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 15, 2000

We’re going to look at Jesus’ equality with God in nature, His equality with God in power, and His equality with God in authority.

Christ’s Equality With God John 10:30 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church December 17, 2000 Introduction: We are getting closer and closer to Christmas. I hope that all of you have your shopping done. I hope all of you have your houses sufficiently decorated. I hope ...read more

Scripture: John 10:30, John 5:21-23

Denomination: *other

When God Has His Hand On You

Contributed by Herman E. Wesley Iii on Nov 29, 2008

It is difficult, from time to time, to understand that as Christians we will find ourselves in some “interesting” storms.  What is even more important is to understand that the storms that come in our lives are allowed by the permissive decree of God. 

Evangelist Herman E. Wesley III When God Has His Hand on You Hebrews 12:4-11 PRELIMINARIES To my good friend and minister of this congregation of saints, Brother David M. Tillman, Jr., brother Arlester Johnson and others who are numbered among the leadership. Members of the Narrow Lane Church ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11, Hebrews 12:4-12

Beyond "The Force" Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 29, 2001

This is installment 5 in my "Anchor Points" series.

“Anchor Points” “Beyond ‘The Force’” February 27, 2000 Anchor Point #5: “God is Transcendent, Sovereign, and Personal” “’God is a concept by which we measure our pain’; I’ll say it again; ‘God is a concept by which we measure our pain. I don’t believe in magic; I don’t believe in I-Ching; I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:4, Proverbs 16:4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Awesome God

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 25, 2005

An exploration of God’s wisdom, power and love, and how they work together to accomplish His purposes.

Awesome God His Wisdom, Power and Love TCF Sermon February 13, 2005 What do you think of when you think of the word “power?” When I think of power, many different things come to mind. When we’re working here in the office and a thunderstorm moves through, I think of electrical power...because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Overarching History: The Big Picture Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 20, 2021

How do you see history? How does your mind frame the world around you? Are you seeing it from a Godly perspective, or from a secular perspective?

How do you see history? How does your mind frame the world around you? Are you seeing it from a Godly perspective, or from a secular perspective? Today we’re going to talk about God’s Overarching History: The Big Picture. Today we’re going to go from Genesis to John to Revelation and frame within ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8, Isaiah 46:9, Isaiah 46:11

Denomination: Salvation Army

#49 What Is Caesar’s And What Is God’s Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 10, 2021

In Mark 12:13-17 Jesus asked for a coin and with that coin illustrated the roles of government and God in our lives.

#49 What is Caesar’s and What is God’s Series Mark Chuck Sligh August 8, 2021 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chuckcsligh@gmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 12:13-17 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of All Grace Empowers Us To Stand In Grace Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Living as a Church in a Foreign Land The God of all Grace Empowers us to Stand in Grace

Living as a Church in a Foreign Land The God of all Grace Empowers us to Stand in Grace 1 Peter 5:10-14 David Taylor This is our last week in our third mini series in 1 Peter, “Living as a Church in a Foreign Land,” We have a youth service next week; communion; then The Seven. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is God's View Of War

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 2, 2003

As Christians we need to know what God says about war. Didn’t Christ come preaching peace? If so how can war be compatible with the life and teachings of Jesus Christ? Isn’t war a contradiction to the teachings of God’s Word?

"But in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the LORD shall be established in the top of the mountains, and it shall be exalted above the hills; and people shall flow unto it. And many nations shall come, and say, Come, and let us go up to the mountain of the ...read more

Scripture: Micah 4:1-4, Micah 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Comfort In God's Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 6, 2024

Explores strengthening our spiritual connection with God, seeking reconciliation, and the importance of active participation in a Christian community.

Good morning, blessed family of God! It is a joy to be with you today, to share in the fellowship of Christ, and to delve into the treasures of His Word. We are gathered here, not by accident, but by divine design, to encourage one another, to uplift each other, and to collectively draw closer to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Topics: Loneliness, Overcoming

Why Does God Allow Some Doors To Close And Others To Open?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 6, 2009

In this time when many are losing their jobs, their homes and their 401Ks let us learn why God uses closed doors to open others.

Why Does God Allow Some Doors to Close and Others to Open? (Acts 16:6-32) In this time when many are losing their jobs, their homes and their 401Ks let us learn why God uses closed doors to open others. Our God is the one who opens doors that no man can close and opens other doors that no man can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fighting Spiritual Battles

Contributed by Mike Molenaar on May 4, 2001

Not only do we need to be prepared defensively against spiritual attacks but we must also counter attack with a great offense.

John 14:1-14 After Jesus showed his love by washing the disciples feet he said, "I tell you the truth, no servant is greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. We are blessed if we know the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

If You Will

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 8, 2006

Three events that lead to wholeness

Luke 5:12-15 If You Will Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church May 7, 2006 Introduction (see note at bottom) Last Saturday I had the opportunity to meet a lady who needed a ride to the hospital. She came by the church to borrow the phone and call for a ride, but wasn’t able to get anyone, so I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Christmas

Contributed by S S on Dec 21, 2009

Sermon on Luke 1:26-38 - The Promise of Christmas.

Luke 1:26-38 The Promise of Christmas Introduction How many promises have you ever made in your life? What was the biggest one? For some, perhaps the greatest promise or covenant we can ever make is our marriage covenant with our spouse. At yet the Bible explains that our marriage covenant ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: *other