Sermons on Gods Embrace:

Embracing God's Design For Husbands And Wives Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 1, 2015

In this sermon, we focus primarily on God's commands in Ephesians 5. I have leaned heavily on material from David Platt's book Counter Culture, chapter 6, and also three sermons from John Piper on marital roles.

Introduction: A. One day a little girl and a little boy were playing in the yard. 1. The girl asked the boy, “Hey Billy, do you want to play house?” 2. Little Billy said, “Sure! What role do you want me to play? Do you want me to be the husband, the son, or the brother?” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embraced By God's Love

Contributed by Carolyn Butler on Aug 7, 2024

God love is a constant and comforting presence in our life. When we are embraced by God's love we have everything we need.

Introduction Today, we gather to reflect on a profound and beautiful truth: the constant and comforting presence of God’s love in our lives. Throughout our journey, we experience many seasons of change. We encounter good days and not-so-good days, moments of happiness, sadness, and even pain. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Embracing God's Masterpiece Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 13, 2024

In Ephesians 2:10 (NLT), we are reminded of a profound truth: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”

Embracing God's Masterpiece In Ephesians 2:10 (NLT), we are reminded of a profound truth: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Take a moment to let that sink in. You are God’s masterpiece, His poiema, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Philippians 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Embracing God's Word In Modern Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The growing disregard for the authority of the Scripture in America is concerning. This sermon addresses this issue and outlines four ways Christians should interact with the Bible.

Today, I want to focus on the significance of our relationship with the Bible. In America, there is a concerning trend of diminishing regard for the authority of Scripture. This message aims to address this issue and highlight four essential ways Christians should relate to the Bible. "Do not let ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:9

Topics: Faith, Christianity

Embracing God's Grace In Difficult Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

We often struggle to see beyond our immediate challenges, yet Nahum was able to perceive something greater. His deep understanding of God's Grace allowed him to see beyond his immediate circumstances and emotions.

I want to focus on the powerful message found in the first four words of Nahum 1:7: "The Lord is good." Although the book of Nahum can be challenging to read and preach from, it is important to note that the minor prophets' messages are just as significant as those of the major prophets. The book ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Topics: Grace, Difficulties

Destined For Prophecy: Embracing God's Plan SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

I knew you before I formed you in your mother's womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the nations.

God had a plan for Jeremiah even before he was born. The Lord said, "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations" (Jeremiah 1:5, NIV). This shows that Jeremiah was chosen by God to fulfill a specific role as a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30, Jeremiah 1:5

Topics: God's Will, Prophecy, Destiny

Embracing Infinite Possibilities SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

In a world filled with challenges, we bring a message of hope and faith. Remember, with God, all things are possible.

I have good news to share with you today. In a world filled with bad news, wouldn't it be nice to hear some good news? The good news I bring is from Matthew 19:26, where Jesus says, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." This means that there is nothing that God cannot ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Topics: Faith, Hope

Embracing Grief And Loss Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Dec 15, 2005

Some see grief as something to get over with as quick as possible, but God wants to deepen us through it.

Grief is typically treated as something to be "gotten over with" as soon as possible, or certain things are not seen as worthy of grief. If others were not impacted the same way as you then you have the problem. There doesn’t seem to be any room for people responding differently when it comes to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Embrace Your Destiny PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

This sermon aims to guide us in understanding and fulfilling our God-given destinies, based on the promise of Jeremiah 29:11.

Good morning, family. We're diving headfirst into a powerful, life-changing message today, centered around Jeremiah 29:11. This is a scripture that has encouraged and uplifted many of us in our walk of faith: "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: Destiny, Walk

Embrace The Triangle Of Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

The third in the series. About not taking risks or chances. Not having faith/trusting in God. Being crippled by fear. Something like that.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians (3) Embrace the Triangle of Mediocrity Cardiff Heights Baptist Church 16 January 2000 Summer is one of my favourite TV watching times of the year. With all the tennis and cricket it is very easy to be wholeheartedly mediocre. But there was a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Faith: Embracing The Unseen

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Jun 4, 2023

The Power of Faith: Embracing the Unseen

Introduction Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, I stand before you to discuss a topic that lies at the very core of our Christian journey: having faith in things unseen. In a world dominated by empirical evidence and rationality, the concept of faith can sometimes be met with skepticism. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Embrace The Season Of Testing.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 24, 2024

You might be facing a season of testing. The testing has a purpose and promotion can follow the test. This testing is an opportunity for God to show himself strong.

EMBRACE YOUR SEASON! CRUCIBLE, TEST, THIS IS ONLY A TEST. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Proverbs 17:3 The firing pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts. COUNT IT JOY WHEN YOU FACE TEST! *Test: trial, examination, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:3, Galatians 6:4-5, Malachi 3:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embrace Productive Rest Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

To redeem our time like Jesus, we must embrace the God-designed rhythms of rest that are surprisingly productive for our goals and our souls.

You know how we're always on the go, right? School, homework, sports, clubs, chores, friends, family... it's like we're always running a marathon. But have you ever noticed how Jesus, in the Bible, was always taking time to chill out? Let's look at Mark 6:30-32. The disciples were super busy, just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-32, Mark 3:1-4

Topics: Work-Life Balance, Mindful Relaxation, Efficient Breaks, Restorative Sleep

Embracing The Spirit Within SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

The secret of a life overshadowed and empowered with the Holy Spirit is learning the lifestyle of hosting the presence of God. Learning how to cultivate a genuine and intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit.

The secret to living a life overshadowed and empowered by the Holy Spirit is learning how to cultivate a genuine and intimate relationship with Him. This involves hosting His presence in our lives. In the story of Martha and Mary, we see that Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Topics: Communion, Intimacy With The Holy Spirit

Embracing Change And Revival SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores how God brings about revival and transformation in our lives and in the Church. It encourages us to embrace these changes and to unite in our shared faith.

Many people believe that God's work ceased long ago, thinking that He no longer moves in their lives or in the Church. However, this is far from the truth! We often fail to recognize what God is doing today because our focus remains on the past. But God declares, "I will do a new thing." Let us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-21

Topics: Unity, Change, Revival