Sermons on God Speak:

Praying Under Water

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 27, 2018

Jonah's prayer from the belly of a fish serves to encourage Christians to pray, especially when under water.

“Then Jonah prayed to the LORD his God from the belly of the fish, saying “‘I called out to the LORD, out of my distress, and he answered me; out of the belly of Sheol I cried, and you heard my voice. For you cast me into the deep, into the heart of the seas, and the flood surrounded me; ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Encountering God's Majesty Job 38:1-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 21, 2024

In Job 38:1-10 God speaks directly to Job out of a whirlwind. Three key points: The Majesty of God’s Creation, The Limitations of Human Understanding, and The Invitation to Trust in God's Wisdom.

Transformed by Truth: Encountering God's Majesty Job 38:1-10 Introduction: Today, we delve into one of the most profound passages in Scripture, where God speaks directly to Job out of a whirlwind. Let’s turn to Job 38:1-10 in the New Living Translation: "Then the Lord answered Job from ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-10, Psalm 19:1, Isaiah 40:28, Job 38:2, Proverbs 3:5, Isaiah 55:8-9, Job 38:10, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Equation.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 10, 2024

This message teaches us to trust the God who saved us. Refuse to speak against God's anointed. Keep quiet.

The God Equation. Philippians 4.8-9AMP Negativism makes a faithful person want to weep; It’s tough to fight a pessimistic spirit. This spirit of negativism (fear) can break down the greatest thinkers. It can make them feel paralyzed through and through. -A bad report is a report without the God ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Quick To Listen Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 5, 2015

When communications fail, relationships will fail.

Let’s continue our worship of God by listening to what He has to say to Christians through James. Open your Bibles to James in the New Testament…. About 2000 years ago, God spoke through James to Christians persecuted in the MidEast. They were persecuted for their faith in Christ by ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Speaking Life: The Divine Power Of Our Words Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2024

As Christians, we understand that words matter. They hold immense power in shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. But do we truly grasp the depth of that power? Do we recognize that every word we speak carries the potential to either glorify God or grieve Him?

Speaking Life: The Divine Power of Our Words Introduction: Today, we are going to revisit a topic that is both simple and profound: the power of our words. As Christians, we understand that words matter. They hold immense power in shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. But do we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, Genesis 1:3, Matthew 12:36-37, Proverbs 16:24, James 3:5-6, Romans 12:2, Colossians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Love In Mother's Love Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on May 12, 2025

God—who is Spirit, eternal, and beyond gender—has revealed His nature to us through the language of both Fatherhood and Motherhood. On this day, let us gaze in awe at the Scriptures where our God speaks with the voice of a mother’s compassion.

PROLOGUE Today, we rise to bless the women who hold the world’s most sacred title: Mother. Not merely by biology, but by the daily sacrifice, the sleepless vigil, the whispered prayers in darkened nurseries, and the fierce, protective love that mirrors the very heart of God. “HEART OF GOD IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:18, Isaiah 66:13, Deuteronomy 32:11, Matthew 23:37, Isaiah 49:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Listening To God

Contributed by Alistair Wearring on Jan 20, 2007

A look at the story of Samuel as a boy in the temple, asking the questions why should we listen to God? and Is God still speaking today? With the intention to inspire God’s people to listen to Him.

INTRO (credit to www.stillspeaking.com) This morning we’re going to talk about listening to God. We want to be careful listeners and not let other things get in the way. Later, while you’re in Sunday school, I’m going to talk to the adults about a young person named Samuel. He had been sent to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning To Listen To God In Prayer

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Mar 25, 2004

For a life changing prayer life we must learn to listen as well as speak to God.

We Can Hear the Voice of God in Prayer Prayer: It is a great privilege and a great responsibility for the people of God. When Israel was going through a tough time in Her history and the people asked Samuel to pray for them, Samuel responded with these words: “Moreover as for me, God forbid ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27, Ephesians 4:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not Mocked. What Does It Really Mean?

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Jun 22, 2021

Most believe God is not mocked is primarily speaking to non-believers, who choose not to listen to God's will. However, there is more to God is not mocked that really speaks to us believers than we realize.

Galatians 6:7 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. All week this scripture has been ringing in my head. Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. To mock someone is to disrespect, dishonor, or ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7, 2 Chronicles 33:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace: God’s Gift Of Love

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

FEBRUARY IS THE MONTH OF THE VALENTINE AND MATTERS OF THE HEART. THIS MESSAGE SPEAKS ABOUT GOD'S GREAT LOVE FOR US.

GRACE: GOD’S GIFT OF LOVE EPHESIANS 2:1-10 FEBRUARY IS THE MONTH OF THE VALENTINE AND MATTERS OF THE HEART. I’M SURE THAT THIS WEEK THERE WILL BE MILLIONS OF BOXES OF CANDY, FLOWERS, AND CARDS PURCHASED FOR YOUR SPECIAL VALENTINE. I’M REMINDED OF A STORY OF A BOY WHO HAD BEEN TRYING TO GET THIS ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Speak Out Your Own Miracle! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 8, 2009

Sometimes we think prayer is a long list of our needs, but mature praying is filled with God’s word speaking it to your situation.

Speak out your own Miracle! Mark 11:12-24 Introduction: Here is another part of the scripture that shows how powerful words are. I don’t know if you noticed it too, in the scriptures every time Jesus will drive home a point, he uses stories, or make an action. Like the feeding of the 5000, the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Think Before You Speak - Sermon Body Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 9, 2011

Using the letters T H I N K, we apply biblical truth related to our tongue. God has used this sermon in surprising ways. When I preach it, I use the five fingers of my hand to represent each letter of the alliteration. Some of our members have given feedb

Using the acronym THINK, try to ask these 5 questions before you speak. T – True Is it True? Remember this rule about gossip: “The more interesting it is, the more likely it is to be false.” ILLUS: If I counsel a couple, and listen to only one side and then make my judgment, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:2-4, Proverbs 12:18

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: Why Doesn't God Talk Audibly To Me?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 1, 2014

God doesn't speak audibly but continues to speak through His Word, nature, conscience, and providence.

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: When God Is Silent Lesson 3: Why Doesn’t God Talk Audibly to Me? A. INTRODUCTION 1. Why do we speak? To communicate. 2. Why does God speak? a. To communicate His glory and might. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

From Wrong Things Said To Wrong Things Done Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 6, 2017

A study of the book of Job 36: 1 – 33

Job 36: 1 – 33 From Wrong Things Said To Wrong Things Done 1 Elihu also proceeded and said: 2 “Bear with me a little, and I will show you that there are yet words to speak on God’s behalf. 3 I will fetch my knowledge from afar; I will ascribe righteousness to my Maker. 4 For ...read more

Scripture: Job 36:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

This Book Is Habit Forming

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 4, 2016

The more you use it the more you love it the word of God.

THIS BOOK IS HABIT FORMING 11/4 /16 Luke 4:4 | And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. Luke 5:1 | And it came to pass, that, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist