Sermons on God Our King Not Caesar:

When God Says No To Our Dreams Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 4, 2013

In this chapter Nathan presents two different oracles from God to David, tied together by different understandings of the word "house." David wants to build a house for God; God instead intends to build David's house.

2 SAMUEL 7: 1-17 [The Life of David] WHEN GOD SAYS NO TO OUR DREAMS [Luke 22:14-20] In this chapter Nathan presents two different oracles from God to David, tied together by different understandings of the word "house." David wants to build a house for God; God instead intends to build ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

His Character - Our Calling

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2015

A sermon to emphasis the importance of holiness.

"His Character -- Our Calling" 1 Peter 1:13-16 1 Peter 1:13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Are With Us Are More Than Those Who Are With Our Enemy

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

As We Enter 2019, Let Us Revisit a war as recorded in 2 Kings 6. We see God’s invisible army working miraculously to overcome the enemy on our behalf. Most importantly, we see that (2 Kings 6:16) "Those who are with us are more than those who are with them".

THOSE WHO ARE WITH US ARE MORE THAN THOSE WHO ARE WITH OUR ENEMY 2 KINGS 6: 8 Now the king of Aram (Syrian) was at war with Israel. After conferring with his officers, he said, “I will set up my camp in such and such a place.” 9 The man of God (Elisha) sent word to the king of Israel: “Beware of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Owning Our Exile

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 7, 2011

That we are different from the world is not a license to withdraw. We are to engage and to transform the world around us, for that is the key to our church's future.

Luther Rice Memorial Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, August 26, 1979; with minor changes, Forest Heights Baptist Church, Oxon Hill, MD, Sept. 9, 1979; Howard University School of Religion Chapel, Washington, DC, Oct. 10, 1979; Twinbrook Baptist Church, Rockville, MD, retreat, Jan. 19, 1980; ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Your Language! (The King's Speech) Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

What we say reflects what is inside. What we say also affects what is inside.When we are careless with our words we grieve God. We also transform ourselves. When we are careful about our words we please God, and are transformed to reflect Him better

Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Mind Your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-30

Denomination: *other

Naaman (2 Kings 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 16, 2025

Do we demand certain rituals or a simple word from God? Let's look at 2 Kings 5.

Do we see God in simplicity or do we demand complicated rituals? Do we misuse church funds or are we scrupulously honest? Let’s look at 2 Kings 5. What happened when a Syrian army commander had a skin disease and wanted to be healed? Did Elisha perform a lot of mumbo jumbo, or give a simple ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Lord Controls His-Story

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 1, 2004

PENTECOST 22 / REFORMATION(A)- Our Lord controls His-story so that no matter who is the leader they will follow God’s will.

OUR LORD CONTROLS HIS-STORY ISAIAH 45:1-7 -- October 31, 2004 –REFORMATION/1st SUNDAY OF END TIME 1 "This is what the LORD says to his anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I take hold of to subdue nations before him and to strip kings of their armor, to open doors before him so that gates will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Abba Daddy Loves Us Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008

Go wants us to know without any doubts that we are His children and that He loves us.

1. REMEMBER the contrast in this wonderful GOSPEL OF GRACE is between the LAW & FAITH. • How do I relate to God? By faith or fear? RULES, REGULATIONS… RELIGION & RITUALS. • Don’t touch this. Don’t wear that. Don’t, Can’t, Shouldn’t! • It’s the spirit of bondage again to fear. • Think about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God Is Not Our Cosmic Bell Hop"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 15, 2010

A sermon dealing with "the persistent widow", and thus our "requests" (as noted by C.S. Lewis and quoted by Dallas Willard in Divine Conspiracy. Jesus uses "contrast" to teach us about God's character and desire to answer our prayers and change our "worl

In Jesus Holy Name October 17, 2010 Text: Luke 18:1-8 Pentecost XXI - Redeemer “God is Not Our Cosmic Bellhop” Jesus told his disciples a parable. In our journey though the Gospel of Luke we have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Is Your King Hiding? Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 3, 2013

Saul's reign will be marked with insecurity and fear. From the begining he was reluctant to rule God's people and his fear defined his reign.

TEXT: I Samuel 10 Review of chapter 9: Saul was out looking for donkeys, not a throne, when he meets Samuel and is overwhelmed by the news that he, himself, is to be the king. He protests that he is unworthy, from an insignificant tribe and family. Samuel and Saul sat up all night talking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

His Might Over Our Enemies

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

God’s might is our protection over our enemies.

INTRODUCTION Coronation Psalm If God is with us who can be against us? I. HE IS THE MIGHTY RULER, 1-3 -It is the Lord’s decree, establishing His anointed as His regent in the face of all opposition. (see 2:7-12) A. Sitting at the Right Hand, 1 (place of honor) B. Ruling in the midst of His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word Is Our Great Heritage

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 18, 2005

This is an overall encouragement to be good stewards of God’s Word by hearing it, learning it, and using it.

August 21, 2005 The Stewardship of the Word Several weeks ago I went to the Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl with my kids. The movie producers tried their best to capture the attention of the audience through three dimensional images. After about the first three minutes of enjoying the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Awesome God - Part 3

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 18, 2016

1. Behold the awesome strictness of our God (vs. 22-23). 2. Behold the awesome Scripture of our God (vs. 24-29). 3. Behold the awesome salvation of our God (vs. 30-32). 4. Behold the awesome supremacy of our God (vs. 33-36).

Our Awesome God - Part 3 Romans 11:22-36 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 2, 2016 BACKGROUND: *Tonight we get to the end of Romans 11, and all of you probably know that in the last three chapters Paul was led by God's Holy Spirit to discuss the Jews. The big question was: If ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Saul: The King Who Fell From Grace Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 5, 2009

Lent Mid-week 2: Message based on (but not adapted from) Concordia Publishing House mid-week lenten series. Saul was chosen to be the Leader of God’s people. By choosing to disobey God, he lost God’s blessing and his position as king. Our King of kings

Do you remember the last time that you decided to make a big change in your life? I’m not talking about doing something that is a part of daily life and living – like really wanting to go watch a movie or having an ice cream cone – I’m talking about something really huge – something that would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:10-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Retaking Our Safe Spaces

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 3, 2019

Theme: Victory Over Evil - What do you do when your safe space has been invaded? What do you do when you are ambushed or face defeat? In this story about Ziklag, David shows us how to turn our(s) defeat into victory/victories.

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30: 1 - 31 Theme: Victory Over Evil Title: Retaking Your Safe Space What do you do when your safe space has been invaded? What do you do when you are ambushed or face defeat? In this story about Ziklag, David shows us how to turn our(s) defeat into victory/victories. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-31

Denomination: Nazarene