Sermons on god whispers and whistles: showing 376-390 of 214,435

Impatience With God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 4, 2008

At times it is hard not to get impatient with God. It’s hard to wait for Him to move. But such impatience can cause us to act rashly and our rashness can cost us dearly.

OPEN: Caitlin was a 4 year old and an only child. She really wanted to have a baby sister and kept pestering her mother asking when she could have one. One morning Caitlin told her mother, "Maybe if we both prayed out loud, God would hear us." So they prayed together. As soon as they finished, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:18-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disappointment With God Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Dec 4, 2008

Disappointments will come and we have the choice to let them bury us or buoy us.

Christmas is a season not only of joy, but, if we’re honest, also of disappointment. Sometimes we’re disappointed with gifts. When Laura’s brother, Grayson, was in Middle School he received one such gift. To appreciate this you have to get the image in your mind of the entire family gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

God And Creation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 7, 2021

Someone has said that Genesis 1:1 is read more than any verse in the Bible. This is especially true in January, since many begin the year with the determination to read the Bible through that year, but often that is as far as they get.

However, if they only read this one verse, it will tell them a great deal about the God of the Bible. This one scripture is considered to be the FOUNDATION which the Word of God is built upon. Since this is the case, is it any wonder that Genesis 1:1 is specifically targeted by those who try to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Muchness Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 19, 2023

The final message in our series on James. Looking at how God answers our prayers.

The Muchness of God James 5:13-16 August 20, 2023 Here’s the bad news! Last Sunday most of us admitted our sinful predisposition to be impatient people. Hopefully, by the time we finish, you’ll see the good news! Today, in many respects we’re looking at patience again, but from an entirely ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

God Works The Night Shift

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 21, 2024

In the middle of the night, when we can’t figure out what to do, we need to remember that God works the night shift. He’s up all night anyway, why not cast our cares on Him?

GOD WORKS THE NIGHT SHIFT Ps. 121:3-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: MISSING THE POINT 1. A honeymooning couple was passing through Louisiana. 2. As they approached Lafayette, they started arguing about the pronunciation of the town’s name. They argued back and forth until they reached town, where ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Family Of God

Contributed by David Swensen on Apr 2, 2002

What does it mean to be a part of the family of God?

INTRODUCTION Dan Dierdorf is a former professional football player who is now a television sports broadcaster. “I’ve been on this incredible roll,” he says with wide-eyed amazement. “I’ve made more money and bettered myself every year since I was 21 years old. If my life were a graph, it would be ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 17, 2002

The essential part 2 in our study on Spiritual Warfare.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES to EPH 6 & 2 COR 10 1. We learned in our last study that we are engaged in a battle. a. The earth? It’s not a PLAYGROUND for Christian Games! b. NO, it’s a BATTLEFIELD for Christian Soldiers. We are in a fight, a warfare… but not with our hands or words… · READ 2 Cor. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is God

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 10, 2007

The Nature of Who/What God Is And How We Should Respond To Him

God 101 Contrary to popular belief, simply believing in God does not make you a Christian. James 2:19 tells us that even demons believe in God. What separates you is a desire to know God on a personal level, to grow closer, to learn more about him, and to have a relationship with him. The only ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Call

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 2, 2006

God’s calls us to 1) Salvation 2)Follow Him 3)Serve 4) Sacrifice our Lives for Him

“God’s Call” October 1, 2006 “One day as Jesus was walking along the shores of the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew fishing with nets, for they were commercial fishermen. Jesus called out to them, "Come, follow me! And I will make you fishermen for the souls of men!" At once ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Holiness

God Is Love

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

God of Wonders, Pt. 6

GOD IS LOVE (JOHN 3:16) What is love? It’s been said: “Money can build a charming house BUT Love can furnish it with the feeling of home. Duty can pack an adequate sack lunch BUT Love would decide to tuck a little love note inside. Money can buy a television set BUT Love controls how much it is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 24, 2009

God’s power is an incredible thing to see. What is perhaps more impressive is that He has the strength to keep Himself under control.

Glory of God SERIES May 18, 2008 The Glory of God in His Power I am told that 60% of Americans are afraid of death. Also that 80% of Americans are afraid of public speaking. That means that 20% of Americans would rather be the guy the box, than the guy giving the eulogy. Fear is an emotional ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-28

Denomination: *other

To The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012

How to know what is right and wrong to do.

Introduction You have been invited to a party. There is drinking. Should you partake? Does it matter if other Christians are present? What about dancing? Is there some dancing that is okay and other kind that is not? Can one dance in a dance hall but not in a church? In a church but not at ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"God's Prophet"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 22, 2012

Shows how God 1. protects, 2. provides, 3. plans for us -- with out permission.

“God’s Prophet” August 26, 2012 2 Kings 6:8-23 “Now the king of Aram was at war with Israel. After conferring with his officers, he said, “I will set up my camp in such and such a place.” The man of God sent word to the king of Israel: “Beware of passing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23

Denomination: Holiness

God And Creation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Someone has said that Genesis 1:1 is read more than any verse in the Bible.

This is especially true in January, since many begin the year with the determination to read the Bible through that year, but often that is as far as they get. However, if they only read this one verse, it will tell them a great deal about the God of the Bible. This one scripture is considered ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

God And Creation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 23, 2022

Someone has said that Genesis 1:1 is read more than any verse in the Bible.

This is especially true in January, since many begin the year with the determination to read the Bible through that year, but often that is as far as they get. However, if they only read this one verse, it will tell them a great deal about the God of the Bible. This one scripture is considered ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist