Sermons on Impotent Man:

Why Settle For An Ishmael, When You Can Have An Isaac

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Nov 16, 2006

MAN STRUGGLES WITH CHOICES, OFTEN CHOSING THE DEVIL’S SECOND BEST RATHER THAN GOD’S BEST

WHY SETTLE FOR AN ISHMAEL WHEN YOU CAN HAVE AN ISAAC GEN 16: 1-5 GEN 21: 10--13 5/5/05 INTRODUCTION: WHY SETTLE FOR “SECOND” BEST, WHEN GOD WANTS WHAT IS BEST FOR HIS PEOPLE. WHAT TROUBLES WE CREATE, WHEN WE TRY TO MIX MAN’S WAY WITH GOD’S WAY. GOD MADE A PROMISE TO ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Worth Of A Woman Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 5, 2011

God's creation of Eve shows us that God made a woman to be WITH her man, to HELP him, and to FIT him.

Two old guys were walking along the shoreline of a lake when a frog came hopping up to them. Creaking with age, one of the old-timers slowly bent down and scooped up the frog in his hands. As he stood there gazing at the frog, fascinated by its ugliness, the frog croaked, “Hey, mister! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Commitment, Confession & Challenge Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 16, 2011

This chapter contains three challenges to Israel and to any man, church, or country that desires to have spiritual life revived.

1 SAMUEL 7: 1-13 COMMITMENT, CONFESSION AND CHALLENGE [Zechariah 12:12-14] It was time for revival once again. The state of both religious and national life had slipped to a new low. Yes, there had been at least five different reprieves during the wretched days of Judges. During those days ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Temptations Of Jesus

Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 3, 2019

The temptations of Jesus and the Christian walk. "Man does not live by bread alone". What does this mean.

The Temptations of Jesus and the walk of the Christian Matthew 4:1-13. Deut. 8:2-20 Life provides us with defining moments, moments which set the course of our lives, whether for good or evil. We can see such defining moments in the lives of men and women in the Bible. Joseph experienced a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-13, Deuteronomy 8:2-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Soul And Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

The soul and spirit of man are connected. What is the difference? How are they "divided" in the context of Hebrews 4:12.

• IN OUR SERIES ON THE DIMENSIONS OF YOU WE HAVE SPOKEN OF YOUR SOUL. • THAT’S THE PART OF MAN THAT GIVES US THE ABILITY TO THINK AND REASON. • WE’VE ALSO TALKED ABOUT YOUR SPIRIT. • YOUR SPIRIT IS THE PART OF MAN THAT IS YOUR TRUE NATURE. • THE WAY YOU REALLY ARE INSIDE. • WE SAID THAT SOUL ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Well! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 14, 2015

A funeral sermon, challenge for those present at the service of a man recently come to know Jesus as his Lord and Saviour.

I first met ……. around 20 months ago when his nephew brought him along to a service here at the Salvation Army. ……. was keen to sort things out with “God” as he felt spiritually distant from him. in the course of time we spent a bit of time in prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Dust To Glory

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 12, 2013

Man is a strange mixture of a dust head and a glorious crown He is dust but God made him much more.

Introduction: Every man should revisit his beginning. It’s not ape to man It’s not big bang theory to man. It’s not accident to man. It’s dust to glory. I. Man’s Origination. (God’s mind) I I. Man’s Derivation. (Dust) III. Man’s Formation. (God formed him) IV. Man’s Combination. (God and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Influential Mother Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 7, 2019

Jochebed the mother of Moses taught him 2 powerful principles that helped him become a great man of God.

Intro: It’s been said, if God wants to do a great work, He'll choose a man; if He wants to do an extraordinarily great work, He'll choose a woman When you read Hebrews 11:23-29 we see a striking picture of Moses. Moses made some difficult decisions. He chose to be a slave of God instead ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

You Too Must Stand Ready Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 30, 2019

“Therefore, you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect”. (Luke 12:40)

Introduction: Procrastination is a major problem in the world today. It is always putting off what needs to be done or hoping to do tomorrow what should have been done yesterday. Procrastination is waiting for the deadline and not taking advantage of the time before the deadline forgetting that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Hebrews 11:8-16, Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Commentary On Joshua

Contributed by Narinder Choranji on Oct 19, 2017

Joshua a strong and reliable young man trusts God for the impossible and has everything God wanted him to have.

INTRODUCTION In the bible the meaning of someone's name was very significant to their story. Joshua means Jehovah saves. We read can read about Joshua in Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy then in Joshua. These stories are about 2000 years old but they still relate to us today because they have spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-33, Joshua 1:1-18, Deuteronomy 31:6-8, Numbers 27:12-22, James 1:5-8, Numbers 14:1-38, Isaiah 55:8-9, Numbers 11:1-35, Exodus 17:8-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Is In Control And Let God Be God! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 26, 2020

God is in charge of everything that occurs known to man, at that point He is in charge of everything that occurs in your life also.

God is in charge of everything that occurs known to man, at that point He is in charge of everything that occurs in your life also. This world is frequently assaulted by otherworldly powers that are not from God yet from Satan. Their power is constrained and transitory. Some erroneously accept ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Proverbs 21:2

Spiritual Men In The Local Church 1cori 2: 15 – 3:1 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Aug 31, 2020

One of the major reasons for church problems then and now is carnality of the believers. Paul explains who a spiritual man is.

SPIRITUAL MEN IN THE LOCAL CHURCH 1Corinthians 2: 15 – 3:1 One of the reasons behind the troubles in the Corinth church was the carnality of the members. Paul does not hesitate to reveal his observation “And I, brethren, could not speak to you as to spiritual people but as to carnal, as to babes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:46, 1 Corinthians 2:15

Denomination: Brethren

Divided Nation (1 Kings 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 28, 2025

How could the sins of one man divide a nation? Let's look in 1 Kings 12.

What led to Jeroboam joining Israel as king? Why did Rehoboam remain only as Judah’s king? What is more important than geography in worshipping God? Let's begin in 1 Kings 12. How did the older, wiser elders of Israel counsel Rehoboam? And Rehoboam went to Shechem, for all Israel had gone to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Speed For Distinctive Success

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 19, 2025

The hand of God upon a man can work out success and breakthrough in a way, and at a time beyond human comprehension.

Divine Speed for Distinctive Success Study Text: Genesis 24:12 - 14 Introduction: Divine speed implies God granting believers supernatural acceleration to fulfill their destinies and overcome obstacles. It is a gift from God, enabling individuals to achieve remarkable feats and surpass ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Opens Prison Doors Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025

Throughout Scripture, God is portrayed as the One who sets captives free and opens doors no man can shut.

THE GOD WHO OPENS PRISON DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 12:5-11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1, Psalm 107:10-16, Revelation 3:7-8, Acts 16:25-26 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, God is portrayed as the One who sets captives free and opens doors no man can shut. Life can place ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God