Sermons on Gods In Control: showing 466-480 of 213,900

Some Ask, "Why Does God Allow Evil And Suffering In The World?"

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 28, 2002

God is so great that nothing happens without His permission, and in that permission His ultimate plan unfolds. In His plan He is able to use for good what man intends for evil. God is in control

Illustration:As C.S. Lewis wrote, "The greatest evil is not done in those sordid ’dens of crime’ that Dickens loved to paint...it is conceived and...moved, seconded, carried, and minuted...in clean, carpeted, warmed, and well-lighted offices, by quiet men with white collars and cut fingernails and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Assurance... Be An Agent Of Assurance....

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 16, 2021

We are walking in dark, depressing, stressful difficult times. We need to give people there we can have great assurance that God is in control. We can trust God's plan.

BLESSED ASSURANCE… BE AN AGENT OF ASSURANCE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ASSURANCE: free from doubt, a positive declaration intended to give confidence, a sure promise, in a religious sitting it means salvation by the inner witness of the Holy Spirit that we are justified. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 27:53, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Before The Throne Of God (Revelation 4: 2-11)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 31, 2024

How can anyone describe with our limited human vocabulary the glory and wonder of God's heaven? John's vision shows that God is in control of the events here on earth and will bring all of history to a conclusion on HIs terms.

Revelation Chapter 4 opens with the apostle John being commanded to "come up here" (v.1). He is brought to the throne room of God Almighty in all of its glory and majesty. It is far more beautiful and magnificent than any kind of palace built for kings and emperors here on Earth. What ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, John 14:1-3, 1 Corinthians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Revelation 4:2-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is In Charge Here? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 25, 2010

God decreed the cross as the way of salvation for his people.

Scripture Introduction On a Thursday night, they gathered to eat the Passover, the annual celebration of God’s rescuing the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. During that eventful evening, Jesus washes the feet of his disciples (providing the great example of love and service), Judas ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Answers To Himself Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 2, 2022

God can do whatever He pleases; His only limiting factor is His own character.

God Answers to Himself (topical) 1. I want to wish all our dads a happy Father’s Day. Some people think Father’s Day should spot light more than just dads. The only child said: Hey Dad, I think I deserve to get half of your Father’s Day gifts. Dad: Oh, what makes you think that? I’m the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-3, Hebrews 6:18, Psalm 135:5-6, Daniel 4:34-35, Psalm 147:5, Job 42:2, Psalm 50:7-15, Psalm 147:11, Psalm 149:4, Romans 11:34-35, Acts 17:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Can I Get Life Under Control?

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 1, 2015

Implementing a constant communion with God is a great help for keeping oneself under control in life.

1. Title: How Can I Get Life Under Control? 2. Text: I Thessalonians 5:16-18 3. Audience : Central Christian Church, July12, 2015 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand that prayer is central to dealing with life’s challenges, and to understand what it means to pray continually -for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chaos And Control - Positive Perspective Or Faith Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 29, 2008

Where does a positive perspective end and faith begin? Faith is not simply hoping that things will work out someday. If a positive perspective is what brings me success, then why do I need God?

A rabbi was at odds with his congregation. The president of the synagogue said, ”Rabbi, we must have a conference to settle this dispute once and for all.” So the rabbi, the president an the ten elders met together to discuss the issue – but the rabbi soon discovered that he was the sole dissenting ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Who Tried To Control Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 22, 2018

How did Peter go from being the guy who declared "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God" to being the guy who said "Nope! I don't know the man?"

OPEN: There's a famous poem named “Footprints” that you can find on posters, paintings and even small cards that people will put in the Bibles. It has a powerful message of hope and comfort, and it goes like this: “One night I dreamed a dream. As I was walking along the beach with my Lord, across ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessed Hope

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 28, 2006

It is the "blessed hope" because: 1. God is in control. 2. There will be final justice. 3. We have hope. 4. We have the power to overcome.

I remember sitting in an auditorium listening to a woman who was supposed to be an expert on the second coming of Jesus Christ. She had charts and a very large painting of Jesus returning to the earth. She was explaining how the church (the believers and followers of Jesus) would be “raptured” ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Methodist

A Heavenly Perspective On This Broken World Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on May 7, 2012

As John enters the throne room of heaven we are confronted with the truth that the unfolding of history in this broken world is backed by one solid truth - God is in control.

Message Revelation 4:1-5:14 The Heavenly Perspective on This Broken World. I want you to think about the best invitation you ever received. Maybe it was to a very special wedding. Perhaps you were taken on a very special holiday. Maybe it was to go to a special restaurant. Perhaps you were given a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Restless Fire

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 21, 2014

The tongue must be controlled.

The Restless Fire August 10, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The tongue must be controlled. Focus Passage: James 3:1-12 Introduction: A man working in the produce department was asked by a lady if she could buy half a head of lettuce. He ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Stop Worrying And Start Living Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 21, 2001

The faith principles are:1. Focus on the fact that God will see you through anything. 2. Focus on what is unseen. 3. Focus on the fact that God is in control.

Kim Reichelm is the “extreme skiing” world champion. You may have seen her on television skiing down the peak of a treacherous mountain that looks like certain death for anyone trying to go down it on snow shoes, let alone skis. Some have died on these attempts, and others have become seriously ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Methodist

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 26, 2001

James informs us of these important truths: 1. The tongue is not easily controlled. 2. I allow God to control my tongue, or it controls me. 3.The tongue can be used for good or evil. 4. What I say is a reflection of who I am.

James says, “No man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness” (James 3:8-9). James includes himself as one having this problem, for he says that “no man can ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Wanting What You Get Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 29, 2022

If you want to be truly content, keep the status you had when God called you. Just fulfill God’s calling in that place, follow God’s commands, and be free under God’s control. Because it’s not place, race, or face that matter. It is only your commitment to Christ.

Once upon a time, there was a man who lived with his wife, two small children, and his elderly parents in a tiny hut. He tried to be patient and gracious, but the noise and crowded conditions wore him down. In desperation, he consulted the village wise man. “Do you have a rooster?” asked the wise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

We Vote - God Decides

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 30, 2001

God is ultimately in control over who is elected and how they govern. Therefore, we can look to Him for the security and welfare of our nation.

As you all know, on November 7th millions of people will be going to the polls to elect a new President. And so, this excruciatingly long process, these seemingly endless political campaigns, will finally be over. No more debates, no more ‘attack ads’, no more speculation over vice-presidential ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:8-9, Proverbs 21:1

Denomination: Baptist