Sermons on Gods Control:

I Will Be Self-Disciplined Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 16, 2015

A sermon to encourage the development of self-control.

"Relaunch 2015" pt. 9 - I Will Be Self-disciplined Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 9 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Revival For The Sons Of Thunder Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 18, 2021

The two sons of thunder, sons of Zebedee, were interesting apostles. How did revival change both of them?

The two sons of thunder, sons of Zebedee, were interesting apostles. How did revival change both of them? 1) James the Son of Zebedee’s Revival Can someone with impetuous and unwise passion be useful in God’s work? Notice what Matthew records, “And going on from there he saw two other brothers, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Second Word: Worship & Serve No Other Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 19, 2010

Freedom to truly live comes only through proper self-control is the message of the 10 Commandments. The purpose of God’s law is deliverance not domination. Obedience does not subjugate; it saves and delivers.

[GOD’S TEN WORDS SERIES] EXODUS 20: 4 - 6 GOD’S SECOND WORD: WORSHIP AND SERVE NO OTHER In New York Harbor the STATUE OF LIBERTY stands with torch held high. She faces the Atlantic Ocean and the old countries beyond, with her back turned toward the country she honors. She holds high the hope ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Our Father Is Our Refuge

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 29, 2011

He is our King our Lord he has total control of all life.

OUR FATHER IS OUR REFUGE Psalm 91 1He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. 3Surely he shall deliver thee from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving Storms

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 3, 2005

What can we learn from Paul’s expreience with the storm and his shipwreck. That God is still in Control.

Intro: Christ may still the storms in our lives or He may simply give us the courage to face them and follow Him through them. Whether it be natural or other disasters what we must remember is that God is sovereign. God is all power-full and is in control. He has never and will never loose ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Closes One Door And Opens Another

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001

God guides us by using closed doors and opens doors if we are willing to submit to His total control

How God Closes One Door and Opens Another (Acts 16:6-18) Illustration:Sir Alexander Mackenzie is a Canadian hero. An early fur trader and explorer, he accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the Pacific Ocean. His incredible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The End

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Oct 28, 2002

Four observations from Daniel 12 -- leading to the conclusion that in the end, all things considered, God really is in control.

We’ve come to the end of Daniel. And I want to tell you how pleasantly surprised I’ve been at the relevancy of this book and how the message fits right in -- speaking to us right where we are. - - - - - - - - - All scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation. - - - - - - - - - As you ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: *other

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Mar 15, 2011

We have as much of the Spirit of God within us as we clear out room of ourselves.

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Lent #1, March 13, 2011 Matt. 5:3 Intro: Welcome to the first Sunday in Lent, the season of preparation for Easter. While many of us like the idea of spontaneity, with its surprise and playfulness, we also recognize that the things in life that really are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Lion Is A Lamb: The Humility Of God Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 13, 2002

We can rest in the fact that: 1. God’s strength is disguised as weakness. 2. God has a plan. 3. God is in control.

In chapter four of the book of Revelation, John describes a scene in heaven which is beyond words. God is seated on the throne. He rules the universe. He has the right, the authority and the power to end the world. And he is surrounded by living beings that John has never seen before, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Caution Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 9, 2012

Satan, his attacks, alertness, self-controll

“CAUTION” 1 Peter 5: 8 (p859) July 8, 2012 INTRODUCTION: I found one of my favorite slideshows online while preparing for this message…it was entitled….”Today Ridiculous Caution Signs” Want to see “them? Well, I’m going to show them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Having A Religion That Is Worth Anything Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 31, 2012

Religion to most is external- what you look like. Jesus says that a religion that is worth anything begins internally with a relationship with Him and will be lived out to the widows and orphans that we meet in life.

Having a religion that is worth something James 1:19-1:27 Introduction- We are continuing to be in the series Nuts and Bolts of life. We have looked at relationships, both with God and others. We have looked last week at trusting God when we are in difficult times, and this morning we will look ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Lesson 10: To Abstain From Sexual Immorality Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 20, 2018

The apostle believed that there were certain subjects and doctrines in which they needed further guidance and instruction. Chief among these was the misunderstanding that had arisen concerning the second coming of the Lord Jesus.

7/8/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 10: To Abstain From Sexual Immorality (1Thessalonians 4:3-8) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 (NIV) 3 It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; 4 that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Reach Perfection In This Life?

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

We need to look at our life and see what we can do with God's help.

CAN WE REACH PERFECTION IN THIS LIFE? Genesis 17: 1 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect. Matthew 5: 48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Grace Of God

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 15, 2023

Grace will set you free from the tyranny of other people. Some of you are prisoners to other people's foolish opinions, their unreasonable demands, their domination and manipulation of your life. Quit trying to please the tyrants who are trying to control you.

Grace will set you free from the tyranny of other people. Some of you are prisoners to other people's foolish opinions, their unreasonable demands, their domination and manipulation of your life. I want you to hear this. Quit trying to please the tyrants who are trying to control you. Take ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10, Romans 5:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Imitators Of God

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 22, 2023

The goal of the Christian life is perfect imitation of God because God is the only one who is perfect. He’s full of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. God made us to imitate our creator.

The Lent Season is a season of testing our spiritual health and readiness for the end of our life in this world or the second coming of Christ. The annual call to observe a holy Lent by self–examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self–denial; by reading and meditating on God's Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Other