Sermons on Human Frailty:

God’s Sovereignty In Human Choices Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

While human beings are given the ability to choose, it is God who remains supreme over all outcomes.

GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY IN HUMAN CHOICES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:15-24, 1 Samuel 8:4-22 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 9:15–18, Daniel 4:35, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: The tension between divine sovereignty and human choice is one of the most profound ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:15-24, 1 Samuel 8:4-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Enduring Word, Eternal Hope - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 31, 2024

We live in a world that’s constantly changing. Trends shift, people come and go, and the things we once held dear can fade. In 1 Peter 1:24-25, we’re reminded that while everything around us may fade, God’s Word endures forever.

Enduring Word, Eternal Hope - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Introduction: Church, we live in a world that’s constantly changing. Trends shift, people come and go, and the things we once held dear can fade. But today, in 1 Peter 1:24-25, we’re reminded that while everything around us may fade, God’s Word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25, Psalm 39:5, Isaiah 40:8, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Topics: Suffering, Joy

Embracing Ash Wednesday: A Call To Reflection, Repentance, And Renewal

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Feb 12, 2024

A call to embrace Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent

As we gather on this sacred day of Ash Wednesday, we are reminded of our mortality, our human frailty, and our utter dependence on God's grace. Today marks the beginning of the holy season of Lent, a period of forty days set aside for reflection, repentance, and renewal. It is a time when we ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-13

Denomination: Anglican

Here We Come Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 25, 2009

So it’s the end of the sixth day and here comes man, saved til last to complete God’s perfect creation. I have to wonder if the angels and animals watching were thinking “Oh no, here comes trouble”. If they had only known, yet God seems to be very excited

“Here We Come” Genesis 1:26-2:7 So it’s the end of the sixth day and here comes man, saved til last to complete God’s perfect creation. I have to wonder if the angels and animals watching were thinking “Oh no, here comes trouble”. If they had only known, yet God seems to be very excited about His ...read more

Scandal Series

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Aug 30, 2014

You can't uncover who covers you!!

Scandal Genesis 9:20 And Noah began to be an husbandman (planter), and he planted a vineyard: 9:21 And he drank of the wine, and was drunken; and he was uncovered within his tent. 9:22 And Ham, the father of Canaan, saw the nakedness of his father, and told his two ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:20-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Understand

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 23, 2012

The three words "I Am Thirsty" speak volumes to us today.

I Understand John 19:28-29 Intro: Easter is almost here. Two more weeks and it will be upon us. We have spent the last several weeks looking at the cross of Jesus and the last words of our Savior on that cross. This morning we are going to look at the shortest saying as they are called. . I want ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Not The Master Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jan 20, 2009

James reminds his readers of man’s frailty and God’s sovereignty.

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS YOU ARE NOT THE MASTER JAMES 4:11-17 INTRODUCTION James chapter 4 is where we turn to today. We will be looking at the last part of chapter 4. Now, remember the first 10 verses of chapter 4 are a call to abandon the selfish, sinful ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Faith As Trust

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 9, 2014

Faith in the midst of adversity.

FAITH AS TRUST. Psalm 62:5-12. 1. Context David asserts in Psalm 62:1, that, “Truly” his soul waits upon God, from whom comes his salvation. The Psalmist claims, in no uncertain terms, that his trust is grounded in God (Psalm 62:2). This is a statement of faith which he has reached through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Down But Not Out!

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 3, 2018

When it comes to suffering, Paul calls us to forsake pity parties and glorify God. We can remember that Jesus shines through us, that our weaknesses glorify God, that we may be down but never out, and that our sufferings may bring eternal life to others.

2 Corinthians 4:5-12 Down but Not Out! A Christian need never suffer. At least that’s what some preachers might tell you. However, that is not the message of scripture. Jesus said, “If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also” (John 15:20). We should expect no better treatment than that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Call God To The Bar Of Justice?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 30, 2024

God answers, “You are right, Job. You don’t understand.”

Friday of the 26th Week in Course 2024 Jb 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5/Lk 10:13-16 The Book of Job has been summarized in this brief statement: Job says, “Lord, all this awful stuff is happening. I don’t understand.” God answers, “You are right, Job. You don’t understand.” Here in a late chapter of Job, we ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-21, Job 40:3-5, Luke 10:13-16

Denomination: Catholic

July 4th

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Jul 10, 2020

Love of God and Patriotism go hand in hand.

The Gospel tells us that the seemingly innocent question about paying taxes posed in the Gospel by the Sadducees was contrived to entrap Jesus. How so? If the Lord said that taxes should be paid to Caesar, then Jesus would be despised by the Jews, who’d see him as a traitor to his race. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:19-26

The Power Of Prayer: Unveiling The Heart Of James 5:16

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 17, 2023

"Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results."

Today, we gather to explore the profound words of James, the brother of our Lord Jesus Christ, found in James 5:16. In this short but potent verse, James unveils a powerful truth that has the potential to transform our lives and deepen our relationship with God. Let us turn our attention to these ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Anglican

But God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

This sermon explores God's boundless love and mercy, emphasizing that our value comes from His love, not our accomplishments or possessions.

Good morning, church family. It's a joy to be here with you today, to gather in this sacred space of fellowship and faith, to share in the warmth of God's love and the richness of His Word. There's a comforting familiarity in this act of coming together, isn't there? In setting aside our worldly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-5

Topics: God's Presence, Unconditional Love

Jesus-One Of Us Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Sep 6, 2003

When it comes to our eternity we ALL need help. No matter how hard we work at it we can never EARN our salvation. 1. The Problem–easily identifiable, Sin. 2. The Prognosis–Remove Sin, you are safe; stay in, you are dead. 3. The Prescription–demands

Jesus–One of Us Series: Messages from Hebrews 2:5–18 Hebrews INTRODUCTION We all have problems from time to time that require professional help. If you have car trouble you call a mechanic. If you have Health problems you call a doctor. Would you let someone work on your car who had never even ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ