Sermons on Hard For God:

The Wisdom Of God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 25, 2007

God is infinitely wise and we are not. It pleases Him when we trust His wisdom even when we don’t understand what He is doing.

In Genesis 37 we are introduced to a young man named Joseph. Joseph lived a charmed life. His father—who was a very rich man—loved Joseph more than any of his other sons. He had everything a teenager could want: a huge allowance, the latest brand name sandals, the fastest camel money could buy. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of God Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 24, 2013

Several different looks at this “good news” gospel. 1- It’s the gospel of the apostles 2- It’s the gospel of the prophets 3- It’s the gospel of the Son

INTRO.- The word “gospel” means glad tidings or good news! Good news! Know some? Heard any lately? Good news seems to be few and far between these days what with the poor economy, high gas prices, unemployment, decent jobs hard to find, falling housing market, etc. ILL.- A farmer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-6, Romans 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Friend

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 29, 2008

Abraham, Pt. 8

GOD’S FRIEND (GENESIS 22) At 3:00 a.m. one cold morning a missionary candidate walked into an office for a scheduled interview with the examiner of a mission board. He waited until 8 a.m. when the examiner arrived. The examiner said, “Let us begin. First, please spell baker.” “B-a-k-e-r,” the young ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Word Was God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 22, 2019

Why was it important for God to become human? And why become a human baby?

WE OPENED WITH VIDEO “O, What A Gift” (https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=562729207881472) “I read the story of a woman who saw her friend at church and then, without thinking, said: “Happy Christmas!” The problem was… it was Easter. So, she quickly corrected herself and said, “I’m sorry. I meant ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mighty God Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 9, 2020

Going through the descriptions given to the coming Messiah in Isaiah 9. This sermon is adapted from a series offered by Sermon Central.

Mighty God Prince of Peace, pt. 2 If you weren’t here last week we began a series covering one of the most famous descriptions of Jesus in all of history. Isaiah 9. This is the Christmas season. Last night I took dozens of people through this story at the living nativity and was honored to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mystery Of God Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 16, 2023

Pastor John teaches on the mystery of God, now revealed through Jesus Christ

The Mystery of God CCCAG, March 19, 2023 Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5 (talk about handouts) Introduction How many people here this morning can honestly say they love mysteries? I split this word mystery into two different subjects. The first-TV mysteries, mystery books- the “who done it” type of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sharing God Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 16, 2021

Taken from the Sermon Central series and heavily edited, Pastor John teaches on the importance of sharing God to those around us.

Sharing God Established - Week 6: Scripture- Matthew 28, Acts 1 We've been in a series over the past few weeks called Established. As we wrap up the series, I want to talk to you about sharing God, about sharing your faith. When we start talking about sharing our faith, its something that puts ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Not Mocked Series

Contributed by Mark Vanburen on May 9, 2001

God knows the Truth

God is not mocked Do you remember the game show from years ago called "Truth or Consequences?" What about the show "To tell the Truth?"’ The first was a game show based on telling the truth about a particular thing in your life or face a somewhat humorous consequence, and the other was based on ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

Working For God

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Sep 12, 2002

A message designed to show Christians how they can be valuable workers in God’s kingdom.

WORKING FOR GOD II Kings 6:1-7 PURPOSE To show Christians a valid approach to working for God and encourage them to get busy. INTRODUCTION As Christians we should be busy working for the Lord. In II Kings we find some steps that will direct us into valuable kingdom work. It tells where to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Of God

Contributed by James Marshall on May 27, 2002

Christians will go through many things, but god still has a promiss that he is still God.

The promises of God Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen The word faith SOMETIMES MEANS 1. GOING DOWN A slippery bank to a river not seen 2. Claiming an old boat that has no motor to use on god sea 3. Trying the oars that is needed the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:2-4, Hebrews 11:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Igod Series

Contributed by David Slone on Sep 24, 2007

This is the first in a series about the names of Jesus. It is based on the popular iPod, iPhone etc. The series is 6 sermons and a nice powerpoint is available upon request.

Series: iAm Names of Jesus: iGod (As soon as I go on stage, put this slide up) Video (That’s my king, sermon spice) This week we start a new series called iAm. We will be looking at the names of Jesus and really asking the Lord to show us the truth about who He is in our lives. The itune, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Greatness With God

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 21, 2007

four steps in the life of Abraham that caused him to walk in spiritual greatness

Intro: my final yearbook average in bowling has been 223 for the last 3 years. Very often people will ask me to help them raise their average. Over the years I have learned one thing, most people want to be great, but very few will pay the price for greatness. When I started bowling back in 1978, I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Acceptable To God

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on May 21, 2017

We must conform to God and not the world. We are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. This is how we can be acceptable to Him.

ACCEPTABLE TO GOD The obvious question after hearing the title of this sermon is what must we do to be acceptable to God? If we look at Romans 12:2, Paul has given us some insight into what we might do to be acceptable to Him. Our talk this morning will be on five points contained within our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:3-4, Matthew 6:10, Galatians 5:19-24, Philippians 2:5, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

Knowing God

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Oct 4, 2011

Finding Joy in knowing God

INTRO This morning we’re going to talk about what it means to know God and be joyous in knowing the Lord. So, without any further delay, let’s open our bibles and be encouraged by God’s beautiful Word. Please turn to Philippians Chapter Three. REJOICE -- JOY IN OUR ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Is God?

Contributed by Larry Bussard on Jun 8, 2008

The nature and character of God

God I. His general characteristics a. The self existing one – the I AM – Ex 3:14 Exodus 3:14 (NIV) God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ’I AM has sent me to you.’" b. The creator – Gen. 1:1 Genesis 1:1 (NIV) In the beginning God created the heavens and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational