Sermons on Gods Desire For His People:

Running With God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Message 4 in our journey through Jonah. This message explores the recommissioning of Jonah after his repentance.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch Jonah Series #4 “God Recommissioned Jonah” “Running With God” Review Jonah teaches us both about God and ourselves. We learn about the love of God, the sovereignty of God, the forgiveness of God, the persistence of God. We learn about people; their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Faithful God

Contributed by Scott Thomas on Nov 11, 2013

This faithful God has proven His faithfulness through a Faithful Passion, a Faithful Performance, and through Faithful Promises!! He was faithful in the past, and He will be faithful in the future.

THE FAITHFUL GOD Deuteronomy 7:6-9 Intro: 1. The word Deuteronomy means “second law.” 2. It is a book that is restating the law and reminding a new and young generation that they are loved and chosen. 3. God is also reminding them that He is faithful and that He will keep His ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Words From The One Who Knows Us Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Christ's messages to the seven churches in Revelation reveal His intimate knowledge of us and His desire for us to be victorious in Him.

Today we're diving into the third chapter of Revelation today. It's like we're on a road trip through seven ancient cities in Asia Minor, which is now Turkey. These cities form an upside-down "U" on the map, just like an old Roman mail route. It's like we're delivering God's mail, messages from ...read more

Topics: Biblical Messages, Seven Churches, Christ's Teachings

Willing Workers

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

God needs His people to be willing to work for Him.

NEHEMIAH 4:6 "WILLING WORKERS" INTRO: Nehemiah was the cupbearer of Artaxerxes, king of Persia. * One of his close kinsman arrived from Judea, and Nehemiah was informed of the pitiful condition of Jerusalem and residents of Judea. * Upon learning of their condition, Nehemiah was much grieved, * ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Need For Faithfulness In Church Attendance Series

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

God wants His people to be faithful in their church attendance.

HEB.10:22-31 "THE NEED FOR FAITHFULNESS IN CHURCH ATTENDANCE" * If our dictionary is revised in the next few years, beside the entry for the word "faithfulness," * There could possibly be a note which reads: "a once prized characteristic of human character which is now extinct." * You might ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Vanguard And The Rear Guard

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 31, 2011

A sermon on how God guides and guards His people.

Message Notes: October 30, 2011 PM On the outskirts of town, there was a big old pecan tree by the cemetery fence. One day two boys filled up a bucketful of nuts and sat down by the tree, out of sight, and began dividing the nuts. "One for you, one for me. One for you, one for me," said one boy. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Covenant Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 10, 2014

God marks Abram/Abraham as His covenanted people.

• Promises: Tonight, I am going to speak about a topic that requires some maturity. • It is a bit embarrassing in one sense, and appeals to our immaturity in another. • I am not going to ask for much. I just ask you to be as mature as me as we go through this. • You will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

From Nobody To Nobility

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Sep 19, 2016

How God uses the least of people for His purposes

TITLE: From Nobody to Nobility TEXT: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 INTRO: The leader of a nation has an awesome responsibility. He can unite or divide the people. He can build up or tear down the nation. He can be cruel or compassionate. In other nations the people have no choice who their leader will be, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Zephaniah Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 5, 2021

The God of the Universe dances and sings over His people

September 04, 2021 Zephaniah’s prophetic ministry took place during the reign of Josiah, the last king to bring revival (641-609) in Judah. There is quite a bit of bad news in Zephaniah – more than 2/3 of the book is filled with woes and warnings – The Day of the Lord is coming! First to ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:12-17, Isaiah 62:1-5, Revelation 21:1-7, Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Spiritual Abiding Of The Father And The Son

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 19, 2019

The post-Pentecost manifestation of God in the hearts of His people.

A SPIRITUAL ABIDING OF THE FATHER AND THE SON. John 14:23-29. Today’s short excerpt comes by way of response to the question of Judas (not Iscariot), “Lord, how is it that You will manifest Yourself to us, and not to the world?” (John 14:22). Typical of the disciples and many of their ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memory And Identity

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 19, 2025

Why was God not pleased with most of His redeemed people?

Third Sunday in Lent 2025 The richness of today’s Scripture readings makes it important for all of us, preacher and congregation, to take time during the week to reflect on the many messages God is sharing with us, His people, as we finish the first half of the Lenten season. If we pay close ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 1 Corinthians 10:10-12, Psalm 103:1-4, Psalm 103:6-8, Psalm 103:11, Exodus 3:1-8, Exodus 3:13-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

How To Be A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

If God’s people are growing in spiritual health, then His church will be a healthy church.

How to Be a Healthy Church Acts 20:28-38 Intro: How many here like to be healthy? Most of us do. We’re sick and tired of being sick and tired, and we like to feel that we’re running on all cylinders. Whether you’re a 2-stroke, 4-banger, slant-6, or a V-8, we all like to be at full power. Nobody ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Defense Or Offense? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 17, 2007

Exposition of the truth in Acts 7:1-53 regarding Stephen’s defense and indictment toward the Sanhedrin and the Jewish people’s rejection of Christ

Text: Acts 7:1-53, Title: Defense or Offense? Date/Place: NRBC, 10/21/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Martin Luther writes “(Christians) must be warriors, always equipped with their armor and weapons, and that the lot of a Christian is no leisurely existence, nor one of peace and security; rather ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

What God Is For Us Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 6, 2012

There are two categories of God's attributes: His natural attributes, which set him apart from his creation and cannot be emulated, and his moral attributes. Psalm 86 tells us about several of God's moral attributes and how they are a blessing to the beli

What God IS to Us Psalm 86 Chuck Sligh May 6, 2012 READ RESPONSIVELY: Psalm 86 – “Bow down thine ear, O LORD, hear me: for I am poor and needy. 2 Preserve my soul; for I am holy: O thou my God, save thy servant that trusteth in thee. 3 Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Elkanah Worshiped God

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 6, 2011

We often hear excuses why people do not make it to worship services. How do our excuses stack up against Elkanah's?

ELKANAH WORSHIPED GOD Text: 1 Samuel 1:3-5 Scripture Reading: Hebrews 10:19-25 INTRODUCTION 1. "God is spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth" John 4:24 2. Since Genesis 4 God has desired man's worship a. Doing it wrong got Cain in trouble b. Seth was the first to "call ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ