Sermons on Gods Ability:

More Important Than Your Cholesterol Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jul 11, 2001

More important than our health at middle age is our ability to find and use God’s armor now at any age as we prepare to take a stand for God.

We must wear God’s armor to survive life’s battles. I. Truth (14) A. Know and understand B. Practice living in truth C. Seek and Desire God’s words II. Righteousness (14) A. Christ’s righteousness gives boldness B. Our righteousness gives confidence III. The Gospel’s Impact (15) A. Now at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Standin' In The Need Of Grace

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 20, 2005

It’s easy for us to focus on ourselves and our alleged abilities. It’s far better to realize that we are constantly in need of the sustaining presence of God’s grace.

Passage: Judges 6:25-32 Intro: There is an old spiritual that we all know. Very simple. 1. “It’s me, it’s me oh Lord, standin’ in the need of prayer” 2. this is not a song celebrating selfishness, but the recognition of need 3. its amazing how easily pride worms into our hearts, how we begin ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Able Kinsman Redeemer

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 19, 2014

From Hebrews 7:25 let’s talk about uttermost (KJV), then completely (NIV) and then how Jesus Christ can save this way

HoHum: This is one of my favorite jeans.  Even though it is one of my favorites, I don't wear it as much as my other jeans.  Know why?  Evidently I sat on the ground in these jeans and it got this stain. Well, Crystal has washed these jeans many times and the stain is still there. She has ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Grace Question

Contributed by Jody Brock on Oct 14, 2006

Sermon outline about the ability to believe in the Grace of God.

Intro: Can a thinking person really believe in the Grace of Almighty God? Grace: Wonderful capacity of God to accept you just the way you are. You don’t have to prove yourself, earn anything, make your way, I will receive you as you are, forgive you for what you’ve done. You don’t have to prove ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Out Of The Box

Contributed by Kris Roberts on Sep 14, 2004

A message challenging students to not limit God concerning their abilities.

Out of the Box “Discovering God’s BIG plans for our lives” Introduction Place 3 boxes in front of the audience. Say: The worst enemy, we have in doing great things for God, are these 3 boxes. Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, “declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: United Methodist

Love Trumps Rules Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 8, 2010

We are sorely tempted to institute rules that limit our ability to love. In God's kingdom love always trumps rules.

Luke 13:10-17 “Love Trumps Rules” INTRODUCTION It is amazing to me that a brief story of a diminutive, hunchbacked woman who came into contact with Jesus in a small synagogue in an isolated village in Galilee over two thousand years ago can have such a tremendous impact on our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Lutheran

A Defense Of God Given Authority Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 13, 2015

Those called of God are to use their spiritual authority to build people up & not to tear down. Those who have been granted authority in Christ have within them the ability to call forth the true exercise of authority.

2 CORINTHIANS 10: 7-11 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] A DEFENSE OF GOD GIVEN AUTHORITY As I read these words, I am appalled at the attacks that were leveled at Paul and the pain he must have felt. What spiritual battles he must have fought yet he still maintained the meekness and gentleness of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 2, 2017

The ability to forgive

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: FORGIVE (pt. 1) Matthew 18:21-22King James Version (KJV) 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Heavenly Provisions For High Expectations

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Jan 6, 2003

How do we reconcile the gulf between where God is demanding we be, and how far our own ability will get us. The answer for this is found in God’s word!

“Heavenly Provision to meet High Expectations,” Text: Romans 1:16-17 Intro: Tonight I would like to bring you a message entitled “Heavenly Provision To Meet High Expectations.” I started out with a title simple called “Expectations,” but the more I worked on it, the more I realized that there is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

A God Who Satisfies

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Nov 13, 2022

Not all of us have the same wages, same privileges, same opportunities, same talents, same abilities, same health conditions! Whatever it may be, we can be 100 per cent certain that our satisfaction comes from God and not from what we have.

A God who Satisfies And when they measured it by the omer, the one who gathered much did not have too much, and the one who gathered little did not have too little. Everyone had gathered just as much as they needed. Exodus 16:18 God led the people out of Egypt. In Egypt, Pharaoh asked Joseph to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:18, Numbers 16:3, Psalm 105:40, Deuteronomy 8:3, Exodus 16:4, John 6:51, John 6:48-50, Psalm 103:5, Isaiah 58:11, Psalm 132:15, Psalm 91:16, Psalm 17:15, Revelation 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Difference Between Talents And Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 5, 2025

Talents are natural abilities given by God at birth, often refined through training, while spiritual gifts are supernatural abilities imparted by the Holy Spirit for the edification of the Church and the advancement of God's Kingdom.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TALENTS AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:14-30, Ephesians 4:11-12 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, James 1:17, Exodus 31:1-6 INTRODUCTION: In the journey of faith, believers often ask, "What is the difference ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Listening For His Voice

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 20, 2013

Hearing God's voice is more than audible reception, but the ability to recognize it is the Father speaking.

We love to express ourselves and love to tell our side of the story! Is that not true? If it is not, then why is it so hard to keep from “jumping in” before others are done speaking or finished telling their stories? Probably, because we have all struggled with simply listening! I came ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Free Methodist

God Is Able

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 15, 2016

God is able to exceed your expectation, He is able to do exceedingly above all you can ask or imagine. God is able to do the humanly impossible in our lives

GOD IS ABLE Study Text: Ephesians 3: 14 - 21 Introduction: - The word “Able” refers to the power one has by virtue of inherent ability and resources. - “Able” describes that which has sufficient or necessary power, means, skill, or resources to accomplish an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lesson Of The Loaves

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 7, 2010

Do not measure a problem according to your own abilities. Trust God. Little in the hands of the Lord becomes much.

[The thoughts here are extracted and adapted from Tom Holladay’s sermon on The Lesson of the Loaves.] The feeding of the five thousand is the only miracle of the Lord that is recorded in all 4 Gospels. • This is really unusual when you think of all the miracles that Jesus performed in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Is Your Free Will Taking You? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jul 1, 2019

Our free will is what got us in trouble in the first place. And unless we surrender it willingly and we are completely certain we don't ever want it back; God will not take it away from us.

Not only did God give each and every one of us a certain potential, but He also gave us the abilities to fulfill it. And the more we use them; the more pleased He is with us. As a matter of fact; our conscious involvements are expected of us by the divine. Jesus' parable of the three talents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Galatians 5:13