Sermons on Held By God:

Innocent Blood

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 6, 2021

Countries and people who shed innocent blood will not be held guiltless.

Deuteronomy 21:1 If one be found slain in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee to possess it, lying in the field, and it be not known who hath slain him: 2 Then thy elders and thy judges shall come forth, and they shall measure unto the cities which are round about him that is slain: 3 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 21:1-9, Isaiah 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Enslaved No More Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 20, 2008

We too were enslaved once. We too were held down by the bonds of sin, and yes, we can remain in slavery on account of our ignorance. We are no longer slaves, we are now in fact sons, entitled to the full rights of an heir.

William Knibb sailed for Jamaica in November of 1824. He traveled to replace his missionary brother Thomas, who had died just a few months before his departure from England. His school in Jamaica dedicated to the children of slaves prospered. Slaves flocked from the sugarcane fields every night ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Soul Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

MAN HAS SOMETHING THING DEEP INSIDE. AN IMPERCEPTIBLE, INVISIBLE SOMETHING THAT GIVES HIM SUPREMACY OVER ALL OTHER LIFE ON THIS PLANET. HELD WITHIN THE BONDS OF HIS CONSCIOUSNESS IS THE THING THAT MAKES MAN "ALIVE".

• THE VULCAN STATUE IS THE LARGEST CAST IRON STATUE IN THE WORLD, HE IS THE SYMBOL OF THE CITY BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, • ONCE KNOWN AS "STEEL CITY", VULCAN PAYS TRIBUTE TO BIRMINGHAM'S ROOTS IN THE IRON AND STEEL INDUSTRY. • DESIGNED BY ITALIAN SCULPTOR GIUSEPPE MORETTI, IT'S MADE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Matthew 10:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Of Promise Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 11, 2025

From Genesis to Revelation, we see God as a covenant-keeping Father whose promises are sure, steadfast, and eternal. He is the God of promise—every word He speaks is a binding declaration that will surely come to pass.

GOD OF PROMISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Numbers 23:19 Supporting Texts: Genesis 12:1-3, Hebrews 10:23, 2 Peter 3:9, Romans 4:20-21, Joshua 21:45 INTRODUCTION: God is not a man that He should lie, neither is He the son of man that He should change His mind. From Genesis to Revelation, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Bottom Line

Contributed by John Beehler on Sep 24, 2001

We are stewards of God’s property and, as stewards, will be held accountable for our managing of what has been entrusted to us.

The Bottom Line For obvious reasons, this is Jesus’ most difficult parable. How could Jesus use such an obviously dishonest man as an example for His disciples? I think God uses evil things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Answer God’s Call To A Divine Appointment

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Nov 22, 2025

Big Idea: People can choose to answer God’s call or not!

Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit, we humble ourselves before Your mighty throne. Lord, we surrender ourselves to Your will and purpose. Lord, we are grateful for the blessings You have bestowed on us, and we thank You for forgiving our iniquities. Lord, thank You for motivating us to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:7-9

Denomination: Other

Grace From Galatians (11 Of 19)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022

Paul knew how much these Galatians held Abraham in high esteem.

He takes this knowledge that they had of Abraham and uses it as he makes his third of the five appeals to them. Paul had no problem regarding the spiritual roots believers have in Abraham, because God's promises were clearly made to him. But he wanted them to know that having the PROMISED ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Radical Preacher Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jul 1, 2020

Paul held nothing back when it came to living for and witnessing for Jesus.

A radical preacher Romans 1:13-17 13 Now I do not want you to be unaware, brethren, that I often planned to come to you (but was hindered until now), that I might have some fruit among you also, just as among the other Gentiles. 14 I am a debtor both to Greeks ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Who?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 15, 2006

This sermon explores concepts held by various people regarding Christ Jesus.

Mark 8: 27-38 Jesus Who? Intro: Have you ever been asked an embarrassing question or one to which there is no really good answer? “Do you want a whippin’?” --- “How dumb do you think I am?” --- “Do you know who I am?” --- “Does this outfit make me look fat?” --- “Do you know why I stopped you?” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:28-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bloody Hands, Burned Works, & Broken Hearts

Contributed by Ryan Davis on Sep 26, 2005

A sermon about the Judgement Seat of Christ and what the believer will be held account for

BLOODY HANDS, BURNED WORKS, & BROKEN HEARTS AT THE JUDGMENT SEAT OF CHRIST 1 Corinthians 3:9-15 For we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building. According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Bethlehem 2012

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 14, 2013

Bethlehem is a city that is held sacred by Jews & Christians from around the world.

December 16, 2012 Bethlehem Dr. Mike Fogerson A Bethlehem is a city that is held sacred by Jews & Christians from around the world. 1 Bethlehem is only about 5 miles south of Jerusalem:15 minute drive (traffic being accounted for). a Today, it is Palestinian control and because of that the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Consider God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 13, 2025

To “consider God” is to remember that He is ever-present, all-knowing, all-powerful, and deeply loving. It means acknowledging His sovereignty over all situations, trusting His timing, and believing that He is working all things for our good.

CONSIDER GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:3 – “For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds.” Supporting Texts: Job 37:14, Isaiah 40:28-31, Psalm 46:10, Lamentations 3:21-24, Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: In ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3, Job 37:14, Isaiah 40:28-31, Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Sovereignty: Is He Really In Control?

Contributed by Michael Mays on Jul 3, 2021

What does it mean when we say “God is in control?” 
Are we aware of the implications, or is it just a platitude? 
And when it comes to the most important question of salvation, do we think God truly is sovereign, or is He held hostage by our choices?

Romans 8:28–39 (ESV) 28And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. 29For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Ransomed By The Blood Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

We were ransomed – that means a price was paid for us. It means we WERE held hostage. Held by the futile ways of our sinful lives. Sin had a grip on us, it took us away from the paradise God originally intended for us

Ransomed by the Blood Father’s Day 2023 A study through Peter June 18th 2023 It’s Father’s Day. For many, it’s a day to celebrate Dad. Whether it’s young kids making him breakfast, or older children taking him out for lunch, dinner, dessert, barbecue, burger-joint, or wherever he may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014

Part 7 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: I’m pretty much convinced that it could go without saying that each and every one of us wants to make right choices, we want to do the right things, and we desire positive outcomes in all decisions that we make, and as believers we ultimately want to glorify God in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:14-15

Denomination: Christian Church