Sermons on Held By God:

God's Decisive Acts Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 6, 2009

Habakkuk could face an uncertain future in submissive confidence in God because in the midst of past difficulties & judgments God had brought about deliverance for His people. He trusted God would use whatever the future judgment held to bring about salva

Habakkuk 3:8-15 GOD’S DECISIVE ACTS Habakkuk’s attention is now drawn from the awesome appearance of God to a description of God’s acts on earth. God’s mighty acts and judgments of the past brought about salvation or deliverance for His people. Habakkuk drew from these well springs the faith ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

"My God Is Yahweh” Series

Contributed by Gerald Albers on Oct 31, 2011

Of all the Old Testament prophets, not one is mentioned more or is held in higher esteem in the New Testament than the prophet Elijah. His ministry is significant for a variety of different reasons and his experiences are valuable to us in a number of way

"My God is Yahweh” “Elijah” (Part 1) Scripture Text: 1 King 17:1-17 1 And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, "As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word." 2 Then the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Has A Blueprint For My Life Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014

Part 4 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

INTRODUCTION: As Christians, we love God, we know that He loves us, and therefore we want to live lives that follow His will and ultimately honor and glorify Him. The question then becomes… how exactly do we do that? The answer is… we live life and God guides us as we live that life! ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Thessalonians 1 Of 14 (2 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

The story is told of a general council that was held.

They wanted to figure out at way to outsmart their enemy, the cat. Many suggestions were made. Then one young mouse suggested, “Since we all agree that our chief danger consists in the sly and treacherous manner in which the enemy approaches us. I venture propose that a small bell be procured ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Prisoners Of Fear

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

Many are held as prisoners because of fear!

Prisoners of Fear Psalm 27:1 Many are held as prisoners because of fear! Shohoiya Yokowai spent 28 years of his life in prison. It was not a prison of bars & locks & wardens, but a self-imposed prison of fear. He was a Japanese soldier on the island of Guam during WW2. And when the American ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Church Of God

A Love Letter From A Pastor Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 17, 2011

Paul held the Philippian church in great esteem and loved them dearly, as their founding pastor he had a very special connection with these believers.

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 2011 Date Preached: July 10, 2011 Series Title: A Series in Philippians Sermon Title: Letter from A Pastor’s Heart Sermon Text: Philippians 1-4 [ESV] 4:1 listed 1Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonder Of It All Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 3, 2011

Paul looked at the history of Israel and whre others saw no meaning he saw God at work. He knew God had called Israel and that call still held Though a mystery, God's call is effectual.

“Between the Lines: The Wonder of It All” Romans 11:25-36 A man was determined to read the entire New York City telephone directory – every name and every number. When he was about half way through someone asked him how it was going. He responded, “There’s a whale of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon For A Pentecost Baptism

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 23, 2010

A sermon for a baptism service held on Pentecost Sunday.

Sermon for Pentecost/Baptism Sunday – May 23, 2010 Acts:2:1-4; 36-47 Today’s Scriptures speak of birth. Of new life, of spiritual belonging, and of supernatural events that brought about the beginning of the church. And they speak of baptism, which of course today we gather to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tenebrae Service: Are You In The Crowd?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015

This is an actual Tenebrae (Good Friday) service that was held.

Welcome. Introduce guests. Instructions: Tonight is going to be a little different from most services that you are used to. A solemn experience. It commemorates the crucifixion, the death, and burial of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we begin our service, I emphasize that as the service ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Baptist

Accountability

Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 10, 2005

We are going to be held accountable for our actions

“ACCOUNTABILITY” (Luke 12:13-21) 6/03/01 Sunday AM Sheridan, Arkansas George Crumbly INTRO: The Lord gave me this message Tuesday morning as I was out on the road traveling. I was listening to News Radio & I heard the host interviewing someone on his station and the topic was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

What God Said To Me At 4 A.m. In Guangzhou China

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 14, 2014

This tells the story of an insight God gave me into John 14:1-4 the morning before I held my adopted daughter for the first time.

I want to tell you a story about an insight that God gave me into John 14:1-4, the passage where Jesus speaks of going to prepare a place for us. This is the story of something that happened to me several years ago while I was in Guangzhou China. Karen and I were in Guangzhou to complete our ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Kids God's Way Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

Parents have an awesome task. I am confident that every parent here felt the weight of that responsibility the first time they held their child. Everyone mother and father—and grandmother and grandfather—knows what I am talking about. If we feel over

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Family Classics Series 2006 Growing Kids God’s Way Luke 2:21, 39-42, 51-52 Introduction: The most powerful job in the world is not the president of the United States, the Secretary General of the United Nations, or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Accountability Before God

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 23, 2021

In his series of revival messages, the late evangelist and teacher Dr. R.A. Torrey (1856-1928) sets the foundation of all he will preach by presenting God in all His splendor, creativity, rationality, and holiness, and that we will be held accountable before Him one day. Be ready.

God is Great! That thought comes out in the Bible from the first verse to the last. He is majestic, infinite, and wonderful beyond words! This entire universe, of which we something new about every day it seems, is His creative work. The supreme difference between the teaching of the Bible and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:7, 1 Chronicles 29:12, Job 26:12, Psalm 150:2, Luke 1:37, Habakkuk 1:13, Isaiah 6:1-8, Revelation 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The First Person To Doubt The Virgin Birth Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 5, 2006

The impact of God’s entrance onto the human scene was difficult for many, though it held the promise of life.

LUKE 1:26 34 THE FIRST PERSON TO DOUBT THE VIRGIN BIRTH “In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-34

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing God's promises in Scripture as a source of strength and hope, especially during times of weakness and hardship.

Good morning, beloved friends. I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and a message brimming with hope. Today, we are going to wrap ourselves in the warm, comforting blanket of God's promises, as revealed in His Word. We are going to bask in the glow of His assurances, as they are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Topics: Promises, Individuals, Bible