Sermons on Gods Understanding:

A Bookkeeping Nightmare

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 27, 2010

Forgiveness is an act of understanding how much God has forgiven us; of the heart, making a changed spirit possible; and of the will, opening up all that God wants to do in us.

First Baptist Church of Gaithersburg, MD, October 4, 1979; Cresthill Baptist Church, Bowie, MD, June 8, 1980; Calverton Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, May 16, 1982; Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC November 24, 1985 Back in my early teen years I was a Monopoly freak. Not an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35

Denomination: Baptist

It's All In God's Hands

Contributed by Laura Leblanc on Jan 3, 2003

This sermon is designed to aid you in understanding that God is always in control.

Today I want to speak to you about building your house on the Lord’s foundation. Building a spiritual house. When I first read Psalm 127, I thought it was talking about building a physical house. I read it again and again and nothing came to me. Then, all of a sudden God revealed that the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God's Expectation From The Church

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Feb 7, 2006

Church should understand God’s expectation from her.

“GOD’S EXPECTATIONS FROM THE CHURCH” Acts 2:36-47 I was watching the Olympic events and very pleased on the performance of some the U.S. athletes. One of the coaches was asked about his opinion on expectations set by the Americans, and he responded by saying, “I am not worried by expectations set ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

A God's-Eye View Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 14, 2016

Paul helps us understand what a privilege prayer is.

The new church treasurer was struggling to open a combination lock on the offering safe. He had been told the combination, but couldn’t quite remember it. Finally he went to the pastor and asked for help. The pastor came into the room and began to turn the dial. After the first two numbers he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Listening To God Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023

Having the right attitude to hear and understand God’s voice.

“Samuel was sleeping in the Tabernacle near the Ark of God. Suddenly the Lord called out ‘Samuel.’ He answered, ‘what is it?’ He ran to Eli … ‘go back to bed.’ The Lord called again …’what is it?’ Eli … ‘go back to bed.’ The Lord called a third time … Eli … told Samuel to say, ‘speak Lord, Your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

God's Presence In Times Of Need SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Understanding and appreciating the comforting presence of God during challenging times

If you have your Bibles, turn to the book of Ezekiel in the Old Testament. Many of you have been the subject of discussions lately. People have been talking about how you have endured so many hardships and difficulties, and yet you are still here. Some of you have faced major transitions recently ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 35:10

Topics: Faith, Trust

Thanking God For His Lovingkindness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore and understand the depth of God's unfailing, redeeming, and unconditional love.

Good morning, church family! We're going to dive into a beautiful and powerful Psalm today, Psalm 107, which is all about the unfailing, redeeming, and unconditional lovingkindness of our God. This Psalm reminds us that God's love isn't just a concept or a nice idea, it's active, it's powerful, and ...read more

Topics: Lovingkindness, God

Dwelling In God's Will.

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Feb 1, 2003

Understanding why it is important not to live an ambiguous lifestyle, but to truly remain in God’s perfect will.

For the last couple of weeks Collier has been sick with the flu. His temperature would range between 102-103. One particular day his temperature went above 105 three different times. Each time we would place him in the bathtub with cool water. Each time our hearts would shatter because of his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

God Guides The Humble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand how to let God guide them with a humble, reverent and believing attitude.

Unit 16 – Deliverance From Egypt Lesson 45 – Moses and the Burning Bush – Exodus 3-4 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to let God guide them with a humble, reverent and believing attitude. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Some people struggle to know the will of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing The Grace Of God

Contributed by John Raulerson on Sep 28, 2006

“Until one experiences the grace of God, he cannot even begin to understand the grace of God.”

EXPERIENCING THE GRACE OF GOD John 8:1-12 The doctrine that is most important to assure a joy filled life is the doctrine of Grace. God’s grace touches every area of a person’s life bringing peace, strength, freedom, contentment and even boldness. Yet, grace is one of the most difficult ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing God's Blessings Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 17, 2009

Jude wants to clear the air – help us understand the truth about “what it means to be a Christian”.

Knowing God’s Blessings Jude 1-2 PROPOSITION: Because you receive rich blessings in Christ, you must be faithful to God’s calling. I. Know your true position – being a servant. v. 1a Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, A. Being committed to Christ’s lordship. 1. Jude was a ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Finding God's Treasure

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 12, 2007

The Proverbs writer instructs us to search for wisdom and understanding as if you were searching for hidden treasure.

Finding God’s Treasure -In God’s Word- Proverbs 2:1-8 There was a man called Heinrich Schliemann, who as a boy read a translation of Homer’s account of the defeat of Troy by the Greeks. In the latter part of the last century scholars largely held that Homer’s "Iliad" was entirely fictitious and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Passion For God's House Series

Contributed by W. Leon Morrow on Mar 14, 2009

The hearers are to understand that evil is to be driven from society and from our individual lives by the zeal of Jesus.

Death was coming in the darkness. Every family would be touched by death. Grief was on the wings of the night. The only way to be saved was to eat a special meal with unleavened bread and put the blood of the sacrificial lamb above the door post. Those in the community who followed these ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Unspeakable Gift Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Dec 19, 2005

Sermon to make us understand better why Jesus is God’s unspeakable gift to mankind.

Theme: The Unspeakable Gift Text: Matthew 1:21-23 Intro. A. Greetings B. Praise God for this privilege we have this morning to celebrate the birth of our Savior and Lord as a group and a family. Though, by principle of Christian living, everyday is a celebration for the Presence of Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Uses Thorns

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 3, 2012

Paul really tries to get his readers to understand that there is a danger of thinking too much of ourselves

I’m not sure who said this but it really says a lot. "My God, I have never thanked Thee for my thorn. I have thanked Thee a thousand times for my roses, but not once for my thorn. I have been looking forward to a world where I shall get compensation for my cross; but I have never thought of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist