Sermons on God Is The Focus:

The Ideal God Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

I would suggest that (today) modern man certainly knows how to look for, find and worship the false gods of this world without having to use a hammer or chisel.

THE IDEAL GOD Text: Exodus 20:1 thru 6 There is a Bible story (found in the book of II Kings) that illustrates for us what can happen when the people of God look for (or try to create) THE IDEAL GOD. The story is about a very young king, named Hezekiah, and how he brought the backsliden nation ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Light!

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 7, 2005

This sermon examines the meaning of the concept "God Is Light."

We are going to look at one of the simplest passages in the Bible. It is only three words. Even though it is only three words it is one of the most profound passages in the Bible. Turn to I John 1:5. “This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Where God Is

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 9, 2005

When, in hope, we choose to endure suffering with the people of God over the fleeting pleasures of sin, we choose well, because God is with those who suffer.

Title: Where is God? Invocation: Psalm 13 Responsive Reading: Romans 8:12-25 Text: Hebrews 11:23-28 3By faith Moses was hidden by his parents for three months after his birth, because they saw that the child was beautiful; and they were not afraid of the king’s edict. 24By faith ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

God's Protection

Contributed by Kim Beckwith on Nov 15, 2005

A sermon about relying on God’s power rather than our own abilities.

10-30-05 GOD’S PROTECTION (Sermon delivered the week after a blooper in the pulpit brought the house down!) Ephesians 6:12-20 I want to address the thought of protection today and as I do, I hope each and every one of you will apply this message to your life…to your heart…to your walk with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-20

God Is With Me Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Aug 15, 2006

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see Jesus sharing w/His followers that He is always w/them; that He’ll never abandon them or leave them alone.

“God Is with Me” John 14: 15-18 July 16, 2006 Intro: Bob and Lynne weren’t what they would consider good neighbors, but when they saw a moving van in front of the house across the street, they decided to change their ways. Lynn prepared some homemade bread and together they approached the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's World Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Aug 22, 2006

Part one of the "Big Picture" of the Bible.

Introduction The Reichstag in Berlin is a beautiful building, and like most structures built before the modern architectural era, it is very ornate. The detailed design of certain areas of the building is part of the reason people are attracted to it. But in 1995 two artists named Christo and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Approaching God

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

Today, believers have a much different way to approach God. The redemptive work of Christ is the vivid picture of the New Covenant, the new promise God has with man. A promise that afford us a much closer and intimate approach and worship of God. Our

APPROACHING GOD Hebrews 12:22-24 INTRODUCTION: All throughout the Old Testament, Man has approached God in various ways. In the Garden of Eden, God approached man. Scripture says that God would walk with man in the Garden of Eden, so man approached God passively. Man was approachable by God. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Principles Of God

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006

We can learn a great deal from the way Paul and Barnabas went into a dark world with the light of the gospel. And things really haven’t changed all that much. People are still people, and they still need the gospel.

Passage: Acts 14:8-20 Intro: When New Tribes Missions goes into a new area, they have a plan. 1. it involves the missionaries living among the people, in order to demonstrate the unique life of the follower of Jesus Christ. 2. it involves learning the language and the culture of the people they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Is Faithful

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 29, 2006

“Faithful” is defined as “firm in adherence to promises”. We say with Jeremiah, "Great is Thy faithfulness."

GOD IS FAITHFUL “God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.” 1 Corinthians 1:9 “Faithful” is defined as “firm in adherence to promises”. Jeremiah wrote, “Through the LORD’s mercies we are not consumed because His compassions fail not. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Armor Of God

Contributed by Johnnie Travis on Aug 30, 2006

Understanding Gods word

ARMOR OF GOD I know we have all seen pictures of the Roman Soldiers in their Armor and as they must have appeared to Paul, for as Paul wrote this letter he was in prison or under guard at all times. Indications are that he may have been under house arrest so he may have been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Attributes Of God Series

Contributed by Dwayne Williams on Sep 1, 2006

God atributes are borken down so we can get the full charteristic picture of God. We know them but do we understand what they are describing

The Attributes of God Attributes is defined by Webster as a quality or characteristic describing someone or something. An object or words uses to identify a charter or person. When we come to talk about the character of God, we realize that we cannot say everything the bible teaches us about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

What God Is

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 2, 2006

Seven things that God is that will help us grow in our knowledge and love for the Lord. GOD IS LIGHT; LOVE; SPIRIT; HOLY; FIRE; RIGHTEOUS; and ETERNAL

WHAT GOD IS I. GOD IS LIGHT REVEALING OUR SIN I John 1:5 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all AV Proverbs 4:19 But the way of the wicked is like deep darkness; they do not know what makes them ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Faithful

Contributed by Grant Gregory on Sep 9, 2006

God by his very nature is a faithful God!

The Faithful God Text: Duet. 7:9 "Know therefore that the Lord thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him, and keep the commandments to a thousand generations" God by his very nature is a faithful God!!!! We don’t have to lose sleep ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Heart For God Series

Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Sep 10, 2006

to help people know that to have a heart for God means to be willing to be humbled

Opening Illustration (a story built on one by A. Stanley) While in college, Dave came home with me for a Winter Break. Unknown to my parents, though, was what Dave brought in his extra large suitcase: a 40 pound python named ‘Squeeze’. I really never liked snakes, but he told me he had no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Is God Fair?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 10, 2006

To answer the question, we also have to ask: 1. Is God just? 2. Is God impartial? 3. Is God fair?

Life is not fair. Most of us understand that. It was not fair that some children died at birth or had crippling diseases, and I have been allowed to live and enjoy good health. It was not fair that some were born with cerebral palsy and I was able to grasp difficult concepts and get passing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Methodist