Sermons on Heavenly Provision:

Amos: A Message Of Doom And Restoration

Contributed by William Yates on Apr 9, 2005

In Amos 9 we get a glimpse of God’s judgment of Israel, but also the promise of restoration.

Amos 1:1-2 (New Living Translation) 1 This message was given to Amos, a shepherd from the town of Tekoa in Judah. He received this message in visions two years before the earthquake, when Uzziah was king of Judah and Jeroboam II, the son of Jehoash, was king of Israel. 2This is his report of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

This World Needs Revival

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Apr 10, 2005

This Sermon should help a congregation to Prepare for Revival!!

THIS WORLD NEEDS REVIVAL!! ACTS 16:19-26 And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the market place unto the rulers, And brought them to the magistrates, Saying, these men being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city And teach ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:19-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is God When You Need God?

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

There are many times in life when we feel alone and separated from God. The Scriptures, however, assure of of God’s constant presence and steadfast love.

Psalm 22:1-5, 19-26 “Where Is God When We Need God?” INTRODUCTION One of the qualities of God with which humankind has always struggled is God’s hiddenness. God has certainly revealed himself in the person of Jesus Christ. God’s love, forgiveness, and God’s desire to have a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-36

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Power In Your Life

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

God is a powerful God, and God’s power is displayed in our lives and in our world.

Psalm 91 “God’s Power In Your Life” INTRODUCTION Power is displayed in different ways in the world. At times the brute force of war, or violence demonstrates it. Power can also be displayed through strong convictions and lives of convictions. People such as Martin Luther, Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Amazing Grace Of God

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

God’s movement in our lives is beyond our imagination and often catches us by surprise with its enormity.

Psalm 136 “The Amazing Grace of God” INTRODUCTION One of the most beloved hymns is “Amazing Grace.” This hymn celebrates God’s gracious movement in our lives: the gift of salvation, the gift of faith, God’s strength in difficult times, and the hope of life after death. “Amazing Grace,” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 136:1-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Let God Be God

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

Let Go and Let God is sage advice for any Christian. Our strength comes not from controlling God, but from allowing God to be who God is, powerful, wise, loving, and forgiving.

Psalm 23 “Let God Be God” INTRODUCTION Role playing—the art of acting out a different player in life than ourselves—has been used for years to enable people to see life from a different perspective. In Psalm 23 the writer takes on a very different perspective. He views the world and his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

For God So Loved The World

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

God loves us and gave his son to die for us. Nothing will ever be able to separate us from that love.

John 3:16 “For God So Loved the World” INTRODUCTION Easter is a time to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection and the victory that Jesus achieved over sin, death and the power of the devil. The writer of the gospel of John writes with the resurrection of Jesus Christ in mind. He writes about God’s ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Or Simon-The Real Cross Carrier

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 12, 2005

Who really carried the cross to calvary? Did Simon or Jesus? It may appear that Simon carried the cross for Christ but truly Christ carried the cross for Simon.

JESUS OR SIMON-THE CROSS CARRIER In every young man’s life there comes a defining moment. The moment where a young boy knows that he has taken a large step towards manhood. This moment happens quickly but after it has past the boy will never go back again. It is the moment where a boy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Question

Contributed by Allen Patterson on Apr 14, 2005

Questions are a critical part of life and the learning process. Here are three questions from God that help us learn about ourselves.

THE QUESTION Why is it that if someone tells you there are 1 billion stars in the universe you will believe them, but if they tell you the paint on the wall is not dry, you touch it to be sure? I’m going to ask you a question… You know, questions are a critical part of life and the learning ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Initiative Is God's"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 16, 2005

All that we have from God, including a relationship with Him, is by His initiative. This should strengthen our faith in all His promises for the future.

We’ve recently taken time to study the passage concerning Paul’s conversion experience, and not so much for focusing on Paul himself, but in order to get a closer look at this obscure fellow named Ananias and determine what we might learn from the very brief glimpse we are given of him in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-43

Denomination: Orthodox

Don't Waste Your Life Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 17, 2005

It’s good to ask the right questions about our lives. It’s equally important to get the right answers. To keep from wasting your life and being filled with regret, consider these questions: What does God want? What will it take? Why should I do it?

DON’T WASTE YOUR LIFE Original Outline by Rick Warren—Saddleback Church You can also find this sermon at www.praiseag.org - visit "The Path" sermon finder and click on the "40 Days of Purpose" series. Don’t Waste Your Life Preparing for 40 Days of Purpose Ephesians 5:15-17 INTRODUCTION: Have you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building God's House God's Way

Contributed by Harold Wilson on Jan 22, 2005

Small beginnings have great endings when we follow God’s building plan.

Ezra had his hands full with the awesome task of being the minister to a congregation of 42,360 people who returned from 70 years of bondage in Babylon. It was his task to rebuild the temple and restore the spiritual and moral values of the people. Ezra’s approach to this awesome task provides us ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:59-70

Denomination: Methodist

How To Change

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jan 23, 2005

Change doesn’t come by looking at your sin.

Asked this weekend how to change My brother and sister in law are separating after25 years Things he and she need to change. Shane how do I change Every person in the world wants to change No matter where you are in life “I don’t need to change”, No you need a brain first— Then you can see u need ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Of The Impossible Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

God Supplies The Tools For The Tasks That He Assigns

Have you ever thought God was asking you to do something you believed was impossible? Something you didn’t believe you could do? In his book, Just As I Am, Billy Graham writes of the following event. "One summer while in New Jersey, I was having lunch at a roadside diner when I was greeted by a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Faithful Forever To Keep His Promise Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

God’s promises are fulfilled even when we think he has somehow rejected us.

God’s promises are fulfilled even when we think he has somehow rejected us. Way back in chapter 16, Abraham, with the help of Sarah decided to hurry up the process of God fulfilling his promise. After all his promise had been delivered several years ago and nothing was going on. Surely God has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational