Sermons on God Ordained:

Thank God - For God!

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 21, 2005

A sermon that talks about bearing fruit as a Christian.

What does it mean to live a life that pleases God? Our main text is found in COLOSSIANS 1:9-14. ’For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you, and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. And ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: *other

God Is An Awesome God!!!

Contributed by Charles Banks on Feb 1, 2005

This sermon parallels an in depth focus between the Goodness of GOD and the Greatness of GOD by praising Him for His Goodness, worshipping Him for His Greatness, and celebrating Him for His Awesomeness!!!

“GOD Is An Awesome GOD!!!” Psalms 113:3 “From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same the Lord’s name is to be praised.” Goodness Greatness GOD woke us up this morning! GOD made the morning for us to behold! We are able to see the sunlight! GOD made the sun to shine! We feel ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:3

Denomination: Christian Church

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

God Is God Of All

Contributed by L. Paul Lafferty on Mar 16, 2006

We can trust God with every part of our lives. This primarily deals with money but can be adapted.

Introduction: We are sometimes fooled into believing that we can take control from God. Proposition: YOU CANNOT. All you can do is determine which side of God’s will you end up on. Interrogative Sentence: Who rules your life? Once again there is a pat answer. Transitional Sentence: God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Man Of God And For God

Contributed by Marcos Suazo on Dec 12, 2006

In these days there are many things that go against a MAN being a MAN! The number one thing that goes against it, is the man himself. I randomly asked 10 men if they had a relationship with God and 7 of them said no. it was those 7 who in fact are havi

A Man of God & FOR God! Genesis Chapters 6-8 I. A man of God is obedient. (V.9) • Obedience [To God] is a life preserver that will always save your life. • I Samuel 15:22 ( better than Sacrifice) • Whatever you are willing to obey has your heart. • Whenever you are obedient, you find favor with ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Will For You

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

It is God’s will that all those who are in Christ Jesus should express constant joy, constant prayer, and constant thanksgiving.

God’s Will For You 10/21/07 PM Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice, pray, and give thanks” sound like ordinary and desirable activities to expect a Christian to engage in; but when you add the adverbs, you have a real challenge: “Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Timing!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 18, 2011

God is always on time! He has never been late!

Galatians 4:4-5-But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. 1-Fullness Of The Time Had Come-It was at the perfect time, when everything was in place, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

God Forsaking God

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 7, 2012

What this fourth saying from the cross does is to give us a glimpse into the hellish pain and agony that Jesus suffered because of His separation from His Father. This agonizing question from the cross does have an answer and we find that answer in the P

Purpose: To explore the agony of Christ's suffering. Aim: I want the listener to worship Christ because He became a curse for them. INTRODUCTION: While the scorching heat of the Palestinian sun beat down on Christ as He hung on the Cross He spoke three different times between 9 am to 12 noon. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Messengers Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 29, 2011

A 32 week journey through the Bible. Inspired by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee.

God’s Messengers January 23, 2011 As we move into chapter 15 we are going to be looking past the kings who led . . . PHONE RINGS — Oh, hold on a minute, I forgot to turn my phone off. Don’t you like that song. I’ve gotta take it. This is not really a good time to call me. You have a message. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Guidance

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 6, 2011

When it seems that our lives are out of control and we don’t know what’s going on, when we follow God, we can know that he is leading us and guiding us...

God’s Guidance June 5, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God is in control and is guiding and directing our lives. Focus Passage: I Samuel 16:14-23 Supplemental Passage: ’For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ’plans for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

Reading God’s Will Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 6, 2011

God’s last will and testament gives us countless unimaginable blessings - but only in Christ, who is their embodiment.

How many of you have a will? Did you put a lot of thought into it? Did you go over the people you love, and the How many of you have a will? Did you put a lot of thought into it? Did you go over the people you love, and the things that matter to you, and try to make the two match? How many times ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Discovering God’s Will

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 9, 2011

Knowing God’s will is sometimes difficult. People want God to tell them specifically what to do - where to work, where to live, whom to marry, etc. God rarely gives people information that direct and specific. God allows us to make choices regarding those

Opening illustration: A young man facing the future and unsure of what the next year would bring, concluded, “Nobody knows what God’s will is.” Is he right? Does a lack of certainty about the future translate into not knowing God’s will? The concept of knowing God’s will is often limited to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Favor Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 3, 2011

This message is part of a series through the book of Ruth. It shows how the events that happened in Ruth’s life were a part of God’s favor and not just happen chance.

Gods Favor Ruth 2:1-19 Review- Naomi and Ruth have returned to Bethlehem. Naomi has grown bitter about the events that have happened in her life. She has lost her husband and her two sons, suffered through a famine. Last week we looked at how she blamed God for her situation. She said “The ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-19

God’s Presence Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 7, 2011

God wants us to know that he desires to dwell among us His people and He is around today if we open our eyes to see Him and embrace Him. He would love to even restore our relationship with Him so that His presence is with us always. God wants to hang out

Series Restoration: Define restoration to the audience – summary. The act of making new or as if new again: face-lift, facelifting, refurbishment, rejuvenation, renewal, renovation, revampment. John Ortberg states, “You are not your handiwork; your life is not your project. Your life is God’s ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Expect God To Be God Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011

verse by verse through Acts

Isn’t it funny how we get surprised by things that shouldn’t surprise us at all? [Gaining weight, speeding ticket, pregnancy examples.] Isn’t it funny how we get surprised by things that shouldn’t surprise us at all? Especially when it comes to God-things. Sometimes the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-23

Denomination: Baptist