Sermons on Gods In Control:

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2013

A Thanksgiving sermon reminding us that attitude is in our control.

An Attitude of Gratitude Psalm 100 Pastor Chuck Swindoll captures the necessity of a positive attitude: “The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, the education, the money, than ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Doing God’s Will Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Jan 25, 2011

This sermon examines the third petition of our Lord’s Pattern for Prayer, "May Your Will be done on earth as it is in heaven", seeking to explore how God communicates His Will to us.

A PATTERN FOR PRAYER DOING GOD’S WILL "So we have not stopped praying for you since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Coming To The Hill Of God

Contributed by Rodolfo Rivera on Jul 12, 2012

Being in the hill of God gives us clear vision, moves us into action and brings us safety

ASCENDING TO THE HILL OF GOD Psalms 24:3-6 3 Who may ascend the hill of the LORD ? Who may stand in his holy place? 4 He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear by what is false. [a] 5 He will receive blessing from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ways Of Man Seem Innocent

Contributed by Richard Ridgeway on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: We think we have it under control.

Intro: We think we have it under control. We think that what we do has no meaning. But the ways of man seem innocent to him but the lord Judges motives Proverbs 16:2 I. Innocent Changes A. We Like new stuff. Cars songs houses clothes ect. B. Rev. 2 1-7 Ephisis left their first love and jesus ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:2

Will Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon explores understanding, obeying, and living out God's will, following Jesus' example of submission and trust in God's plan.

Good morning, family! It's wonderful to be here with you all today. We're about to get into something really special. You know, we often find ourselves wondering about God's will for our lives. What does He want from us? How do we know if we're on the right track? Now, I want to share a quote with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:36

Topics: Obedience

Overcoming The Flesh Through The Spirit

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

The battle between the flesh and the Spirit is a reality every believer must confront. Though we are saved by grace, we still live in bodies prone to sin, and the desires of the flesh can subtly draw us away from God.

OVERCOMING THE FLESH THROUGH THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:13 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:16-24, 1 Peter 2:11, Colossians 3:5-10, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 9:27 INTRODUCTION: The battle between the flesh and the Spirit is a reality every believer must confront. Though ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13, Galatians 5:16-24, 1 Peter 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

El Freno, El Timón Y Una Chispa: ¿qué Tienen En Común? Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Apr 15, 2003

Humans’ capability to control enormous beasts, but not a small tongue

El freno, el timón y la chispa Texto: Santiago 3:3-6 Lectura Bíblica: Salmo 15:1-3 Por Carlos C. Camarena I. Introducción A. En nuestra introducción a Santiago 3 la semana pasada pudimos ver en el 3:1-2 sobre el peligro de una lengua no controlada, especialmente cuando es usada por aquellos que ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3, James 3:3-6

Denomination: Adventist

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 27, 2012

Looks at the damage caused by the tongue and how to control it.

TAMING THE TONGUE 2/12 The fire started at about 9 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, in or around a small barn that bordered the alley behind 137 DeKoven Street.[3] The traditional account of the origin of the fire is that it was started by a cow kicking over a lantern in the barn owned by Patrick and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Protection Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

God gives us the power of his protection through life

Song of Protection Psalm 91 September 21, 1997 Evening Service Body I. Basic Background A. Authorship: Anonymous author, Psalm of trust in God and His protection, author is most likely a leader in a time of great trial, place of trust in His King, situation seems to be one of great and grave ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Really Survive An Earthquake

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Aug 28, 2005

God is our protector and refuge and if we are trusting in Him we can get through anything

This past week I went to Dallas, Texas to see a doctor. And it was hot there. 40 degrees. So the hot weather is nothing new to me; it’s just that I don’t like it. And I’m always glad when the cooler weather comes. Last week we had a major earthquake in Japan. While the earthquake was not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Praying For God’s Will – Submitting To God’s Way

Contributed by Esther Collins on May 11, 2022

Often we pray for God's will, and hope things will work out the way we want them to. But in reality it's in submitting to His will, and willingly going His way can we experience God's perfect blessings.

When life is hard, and things don’t go as we planned we get discouraged. In times like these we go to God in prayer. As we pray fervently we hope that God will answer us the way we want Him to. We pray for God’s will to be done, and when we find that God’s will is not as we planned or desired, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12, Deuteronomy 3:23-26, 2 Samuel 12:15-17, 2 Samuel 12:22-23, Daniel 6:10-11, Matthew 26:39, 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 12:8-9, Matthew 26:45-46  (view more)  (view less)

God's Will, My Way

Contributed by James Harrington on Feb 18, 2003

Have you found yourself being impatient, wanting something, but just couldn’t wait? This story about Moses can help you.

God’s Will, My Way Exodus 2:11-17 Have you ever found yourself impatient, wanting something to happen and just couldn’t wait for it to happen? I remember a time when I was trying to decide on career move from secular work into ministry and how it exciting it was for my family. Nancy decided that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-17, Acts 7:21-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving God Permission

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 8, 2021

God wanted to spare Israel, but couldn't because there was no intercessor. God wants to save us, heal us, direct our lives, our work, etc., but won't force His will on us against our wills. If we want His life, we must surrender our lives.

GIVING GOD PERMISSION Ezek. 22:30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There was a preacher who had a little three-year-old daughter named Tori. She’d just become a Christian and learned that Jesus was in her heart. 2. One day she was with her mother at a shopping mall when a woman policeman came running ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Love: Always There, Always Now SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

God's presence is inescapable. He is always with us, in every moment. You don't need to shout or travel far to find Him, a simple whisper is enough. His love is ever-present, just like Him.

Introduction: Today, I want to remind you that no matter where you are, God is always with you. His presence is not something you can escape. He is right here, right now, and all you need to do is call upon His name to find Him. God's Unfailing Presence: Proverbs 18:24 tells us that there is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-16

Topics: God's Love, God's Presence

God Is Still On His Throne

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 16, 2003

to stress the sovereign nature of God

God Is Still On His Throne Ezekiel 1:1-4,26-28 Primary Purpose: To stress the sovereignty of God This book opens during a time when Ezekiel has been in Ezekiel for 5 years after King Jehoiachin’s surrender. This is a particularly bleak time in Israel’s history. In 2 Kings 24:10-16 it tells us ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 1:4-28

Denomination: Baptist