Sermons on God Shows Up:

The Righteous Shall Flourish

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2014

To show that we have to trust, rely on and depend only on GOD not on man, anything or riches.

I. EXORDIUM: Who do you trust? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have to trust, rely on and depend only on GOD not on man, anything or riches. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 11:28 (Amplified Bible) 11:28 He who leans on, trusts in, and is confident in his riches shall ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Some Mysterious Answers

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 10, 2018

Sometimes an expected answer is not the best one.

Some Mysterious Answers John 12:20-41 Have you even asked a question and gotten an entirely off-the-wall answer? You expect a simple answer and get something which doesn’t seem to answer the question you asked? This seems to be the case today. Jesus gets asked questions, and the answers He gives ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me / Another Prospective

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 27, 2014

What if this text is about not being afraid; not being afraid of death. About not fearing the suffering places in our lives that can often feel so much like death. For the moment we start to fear death, it will not long before we start to fear life. Updated August 2020.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings before the Message. Today's readings are Exodus 3:1-15; Psalm 105; Romans 12:9-21 and Matthew 16:21-28 The story is told ... that a man living out on the edge of town ... heard a commotion in his back yard. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28, Matthew 7:9-11, Matthew 16:17, 1 Timothy 6:15, 1 John 4:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Our Redeemer Is Strong - Rest And Unrest

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 13, 2014

To show that the LORD can grant rest/peace to us and unrest/turmoil to our enemies at the same time. He is our Lawyer in the court room where He is also our Judge.

I. EXORDIUM: Can the LORD quiver with great anger and great fear? YES. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD can grant rest/peace to us and unrest/turmoil to our enemies at the same time. He is our Lawyer in the court room where He is also our Judge. IV. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans, Part 42 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 27, 2011

Christians are called to live for others, to come alongside and help them up and be a constant encourager. Division is never the way to bring unity to the Kingdom.

Romans, Part 42 Romans 15:1-13 Introduction - Last weekend Paul clearly demonstrated living for Christ in everything that we do - It is imperative that we live daily for Jesus; clinging tightly to the cross - We also discussed the spiritual act of placing stumbling blocks -- In this, what ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Expect God To Be God Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011

verse by verse through Acts

Isn’t it funny how we get surprised by things that shouldn’t surprise us at all? [Gaining weight, speeding ticket, pregnancy examples.] Isn’t it funny how we get surprised by things that shouldn’t surprise us at all? Especially when it comes to God-things. Sometimes the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Not This

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Nov 11, 2008

This is the last area of 7 areas to give up to God’s control (7UP to God) to be a holistic follower of Jesus: fianacial or economic area.

7UP: This is Not This Deuteronomy 15:1-11 November 2, 2008 This is not this. Right? The bottom line (that’s financial jargon, right?) is the question. When it comes to money, when it comes to finances, when it comes to financial security, when it comes to the stock market, your mortgage, your car ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus' Government

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 26, 2016

To show that GOD is Head of all governments.

I. EXORDIUM: What is the future of government? Theocracy II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is Head of all governments. IV. TEXT: Isaiah 9:7 (Amplified Bible) Of the increase of His government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Stands Between You And God? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 3, 2013

As humans, our default position is to be self-centered. And unless we are aware of it and address it, we will always act in our own best self-interest. But as the Psalms show us, we are not the center of the universe - God is. And that's a very good thing

Psalm 115 is all about how silly we as humans can be, thinking we can actually do anything apart from God. It is also about who really gets the glory—God or us? By the way, many of the lines in this psalm are also found in Psalm 135. 1 – 3 If more of us would live by verse 1 of this ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Give To God Part 4

Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 29, 2010

Paul wrote chapter 8 of Second Corinthians to lay out 9 guidelines for what it means to give to God. In chapter 9 he is showing us that there are many wonderful rewards and joys when we give like God wants us to give.

Purpose: To describe the result of proper giving. Aim: I want the listener to see giving as a reflection of the Gospel. INTRODUCTION: A man was struggling to pay his bills on time. One day he received a letter from one of his creditors demanding that he immediately pay what he owed. He sat down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Reputation

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2017

God takes great pleasure when people honor His Name. His Name is directly connected to His character and His reputation.

God’s Reputation (topical) 1. There are some pretty funny real names out there! a) Jed I. Knight b) Bud Light c) MacDonald-Berger d) Tahra Dactyl e) Chris P. Bacon f) Dr. Joelle Rollo-Coster g) Alma L. Knack h) Brock Lee i) Marriage announcements: Lonney-Ward, Hardy-Harr 2. While some names make ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Pentecost Effect - Finishing Strong When Others Are Giving Up

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 10, 2024

Finishing strong means going against all odds and overcoming them. As the challenges come, and they will, believers must stand against them in the strength and power of the Holy Spirit.

Sermon: The Pentecost Effect - Finishing Strong When Others are Giving Up Scripture Lessons - Acts 7:54-60 “The Jewish leaders were infuriated by Stephen’s accusation, and they shook their fists at him in rage. But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed steadily into heaven and saw the glory of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Acts 6:8-15, 2 Timothy 3:12, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

For Christ's Sake God Will Not Forsake Us As His People

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016

To show that GOD will never forsake us because He has already forsaken the LORD JESUS on our place, and GOD is well pleased to make us His people.

I. EXORDIUM: Are we forsaken by GOD? No, NEVER, in any way. Deuteronomy 31:6 (Amplified Bible) Be strong, courageous, and firm; fear not nor be in terror before them, for it is the Lord your God Who goes with you; He will not fail you or forsake you. Hebrews 13:5 (Amplified Bible) Let your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

For Christ's Sake God Will Not Forsake Us As His People

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

To show that GOD will never forsake us because He has already forsaken the LORD JESUS on our place, and GOD is well pleased to make us His people.

I. EXORDIUM: Are we forsaken by GOD? No, NEVER, in any way. Deuteronomy 31:6 (Amplified Bible) Be strong, courageous, and firm; fear not nor be in terror before them, for it is the Lord your God Who goes with you; He will not fail you or forsake you. Hebrews 13:5 (Amplified Bible) Let your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gracious Blessings On The Platform Of God's Mercy

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 29, 2021

God is a faithful God and full of mercy. He is willing to show His mercy to those who will diligently seek Him wholeheartedly, and who are willing to turn to Him in righteousness.

GRACIOUS BLESSINGS ON THE PLATFORM OF GOD'S MERCY Study Text: Hebrews 4:16. Introduction - Man doesn’t always get what he requires, pursues or deserves, but what the mercy of God delivers to him: Romans 9:16. - Most certainly, it is not the strongest of the species that always ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Pentecostal