Sermons on God Wants:

#1 I Found It! Eureka!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014

We must quit expecting the worse. God has a plan and a purpose... We must walk in His plan and find joy.

#1 EUREKA... I HAVE FOUND IT... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: I KNOW FOR A CERTAINY THAT MOST OF MY LIFE UNCERTAINITIES WILL BE PART OF MY JOURNEY. WHAT WILL WE DO WHEN WE RECEIVE BAD NEWS... ??? HOW WILL YOU LOOK AT THE FUTURE WHEN THE FUTURE APPEARS TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:18-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

All I Want For Christmas Is Jesus

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 21, 2018

Jesus should be at the heart of what we want for Christmas.

All I Want For Christmas Is Jesus Luke 1:26-39 Matthew 1:18-24 December 25th Today is Christmas, and we find ourselves at the end of our series, All I Want For Christmas Is. How many of you have either given or received forgiveness this Christmas season? How many of you have either ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-39, Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Four Reasons Why God Gave You The Anointing

Contributed by Earl Pickett on Oct 19, 2014

There is a lot of confusion when it comes to the topic of the anointing. The confusion quickly unravels when you discover that God's purposes in the anointing was very simple. God wants to empower your life to do His will in the world.

2 Corinthians 1:21, “Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is God” WHAT IS THE ANOINTING? The anointing is the marking of a person or object with oil to establish that person or thing for a special purpose. In the Old Testament, objects and vessels were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:21

Denomination: Christian Church

When What God Asks Seems To Be Too Much Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 22, 2024

This passage challenges the self-centered "gospel of self-fulfillment" that is too often proclaimed today. What does it mean that God wants us to focus on the "gospel of kingdom fulfillment"?

A HARSH STORY: God gives Ezekiel a task that overwhelms him. - Ezekiel 3:14-15. - 2 Corinthians 1:8-11; 2 Corinthians 4:7-10, 16-18. - This is a tough story and it’s going to lead us in this sermon to some difficult points. - We’ve been talking for the first two sermons in this series about the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Help Wanted Prayer Challenge - Reloaded

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 9, 2012

When Jesus talked about a "church growth" plan, He told the disciples, first and foremost, to pray to the Lord of the harvest.

Help Wanted Prayer Challenge Reloaded TCF Sermon January 8, 2012 The unemployment rate has been in the news a lot. As our nation’s, and indeed the world’s economy struggles, businesses are challenged to make enough to pay the workers they need to do the job. So some businesses make do with less ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Friend Of God Series

Contributed by Brett Adams on Oct 10, 2006

God doesn’t want you to enjoy the things of the world...but the things of God in the world.

WWJBD Part 4 – Friend of God James 4:1-10 I left my truck at Andy’s house while I was in Chicago week before last. I came home and on Sunday night Nikki and I ran over to get it. I was going to take it home, but she convinced me to bring it over here to the parking lot and set it out there. So ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Method For Church Growth

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 30, 2022

In this sermon I want to show you GOD’S METHOD FOR CHURCH GROWTH.

Please notice, I said God’s Method For Church Growth. Before we get into God’s Method of Church growth let me talk to you about two MAN MADE METHODS FOR CHURCH GROWTH that is being used by liberal churches all over this nation. There are many ideas today about church growth, but some of these ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Lord Want From Me?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 17, 2008

So, what does the Lord want from us? Nothing. He’s done everything and continues to do much for us. God isn’t like that impossible boss or teacher; he’s a loving Father who graciously provided salvation for us. That knowledge will lead us to stop mutterin

Did you ever have a teacher or a boss for whom you just couldn’t seem to do anything right? I had an art teacher like that. Now I admit, art is not something that I especially excel at but I did always try my best. In spite of my efforts, this teacher never seemed to be satisfied with any of the ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Power For The Supernatural

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Feb 11, 2015

God wants us to live in the fullness of His power after being saved. When we are filled with His Spirit, we cannot but operate in the supernatural.

POWER FOR THE SUPERNATURAL Study Text: Luke 5: 15 - 16 Introduction: - You can live a life of extraordinary, supernatural power! The secret is actually quite simple. God's power is obtained through a lifestyle of intimacy with Him. - Jesus understood the connection between power and intimacy. So He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Truthfulness Series

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Feb 2, 2014

We are a people of lies, but God can never lie, In this lesson we will explore why God wants us to be truthful and see the benefits of living truthful lives.

Introduction Today we are going to start a new series of lessons on Christianity 101. You’ve heard me talk and tell you, many times, to live right. This series of lessons will explore the basics of living the way God wants you to live. It is so easy for all of us to forget these basics of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are We Tight-Fisted Toward God? (Haggai 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

God, through Haggai, challenges the people to look honestly at their lives-- their priorities, and how well that's worked out for them. God wants his house built.

Today, we start a new three week series on the book of Haggai. I should really start, by explaining something about the background of Haggai. Give you something to set it in the context of Israel's history. But I just don't want to. I'll just say this: Haggai prophesied to ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-14

If You Want The Victory Over Your Enemies, You Need God On Your Side

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Aug 18, 2007

God is able to help you defeat whatever enemy you are facing.

Exodus 17:8-12 I Corinthians 15:57 I John 5:4-5 Topic What happens when you have God on your side Subtopic: If you want the victory over you enemies, you need God on your side In these passage of scriptures, we read about how the Israelites had defeated the Amalekites when Moses had raised ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Don't You Want To Be Like Him?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 4, 2010

This little story is full of the tender, merciful heart of God as expressed through the actions of Jesus.

Passage: Matthew 8:14-17 Intro: When I saw this little passage coming, I wondered if I should just skip it. 1. not much going on, minor healings without any dialogue. 2. but what a mistake that would have been, because this passage reveals some really beautiful things about Jesus. 3. and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Is A God Of Order Attributes Of God (8 Of 10 Sermons)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 9, 2022

As we continue to preach about the attributes of God, we want to consider His orderliness.

We all know some people: -Who have TOTAL ORDER in their lives. They live their lives according to the motto, "Everything has a place and everything must be in its place." For example, Illus: A man who operates a small engine repair shop in Columbia, South Carolina had a good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-33

Denomination: Baptist

Want To Live Well? Live Wisely.

Contributed by W F on Apr 19, 2004

James shows us that we can live the full life Jesus has promised by recognizing and correcting the unwise choices we may have made in life.

“Live well, live wisely” James 3:13 - 4:10 Date: 18th April 2004 INTRODUCTION Most people want to live a safe, secure and prosperous life. And this is one thing that Jesus promises to give us when we follow him. “….I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: *other