Sermons on Inadequate:

Compromise Matters Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 25, 2003

4th in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

EVERYBODY IS KNOWN FOR SOMETHING Revelation 2:18-29 Compromise Matters INTRODUCTION: As we have seen and reminded ourselves; Jesus is aware of what it takes to maintain and grow a positive presence as a believer in Christ. He is also understanding of the process involved, and He has the desire to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 14 - Stand Still And Move Forward! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 25, 2009

Sometimes God says to me "Get on with it! That’s when you will see My deliverance! Get moving! Do something with your faith, don’t just stand there!" and then the way opens up, and the waters part, the impossible happens and the enemy is defeated.

Exodus 14 - Stand Still and Move Forward! Exodus 14 speaks about the miracle of the division of the Red Sea. I was wondering why would Pharaoh want to go after Israel after all that he had been through. You would think that he would know by now that it was an exercise that would only produce ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running On Empty

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 15, 2012

We must be filled with the Holy Spirit in order to display His power in our lives.

Running on Empty October 14, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be filled with the Holy Spirit in order to display His power in our lives. Focus Passage: Mark 5:25-34 Supplemental Passage: And do not get drunk with wine, for that is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

We Got The Power. Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 20, 2012

Have you lost the power and authority in your life? Want it back? Paul tells us how.

When you flip a light switch to the on position you expect light from a bulb in a fixture. We are that bulb. We are to be that light. Jesus himself said so. “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.” (Matt 5:14) We have been given the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Foursquare

What Can I Say? A Graveside Service

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 6, 2021

What do we do or say when someone is taken from us unexpecrtedly?

There are times that we don’t know what to say. This is one of those times. ___ died unexpectedly and we are speechless. • We don’t understand why this happened. • We can speculate but we don’t know. • We are left frustrated, angry, and sorrowful. Words seem inadequate, even well-intentioned ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Food For Thought Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Oct 26, 2010

Jesus is our Miraculous Provider and our Multiplier, who teaches us in challenging ways, and who can use what little we have to do a great work for His Kingdom, despite whether it looks to be a task 'too big' to us or not.

Brief Outline Food for Thought (John 6:5-15) Introduction (1-4) I. The Task is Too Big! (5-9) A. Jesus, the Good Teacher (5-6) B. The Inadequacy of the Disciples (7-9) II. Jesus Begs to Differ (10-13) A. Jesus has a Plan (10-11) B. Jesus brings Over-abundance (12-13) III. People are Amazed ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Would You Hire This Man? Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 10, 2015

What kind of man was John the Baptist? Rough and tough in dress and speech.

Introduction The outline for this message came from "The Preacher's Outline and Sermon Bible", from Leadership Ministries Worldwide. John, a neighbor of mine, was annoyed because he had to search for his newspaper each morning after the paperboy tossed it. Often he would find it, covered with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Fight For You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

This sermon encourages trusting God in challenging times, drawing strength from His promises, and fulfilling our purpose through His divine intervention. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, let's remember that we are not here by mere coincidence, but by divine appointment. God has a word for each one of us, a word that will echo in the deepest chambers of our hearts and resonate in the corridors of our souls. Our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:29-50

Topics: Faith

The Lord Is My Shepherd Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Mar 8, 2006

The most famous psalm and how it describes a realtionship with God

Introduction What does this describe? "The anatomical juxtaposition of two orbicularis oris muscles in a state of contraction." Definition of a kiss by Dr. Henry Gibbons (1808 - 1884). – Language is inadequate to describe relationships - If I asked you to describe your experience of God how would ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Commitment To Serve" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 21, 2003

God has gifted you for the purpose of serving.

Impact Series #4 Commitment to Serve Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches November 10, 2002 Commitment to Serve I Peter 4:10-12 Eccl. 9:10 INTRODUCTION: In our impact sermons we have been talking about Commitments that will change your life. First was the Commitment to Jesus Christ, next was the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-12, Ecclesiastes 9:10

Denomination: Methodist

What's So Amazing About Grace

Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004

What God’s grace is all about.

WHAT’S SO AMAZING ABOUT GRACE Ephesians 1:1-9 In his early 20’s John Newton made his way to Africa where he became involved in a lucrative enterprise called salve trade. As a young man he ridiculed mocked and poked fun at the religious. In fact he was joking and mocking Christ just hours before ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Mind To Work (Revised)

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 25, 2009

God encourages to steady the course no matter how rough the seas or the attack from enemies. He has a work for us to do.

A Mind to Work Prairie Baptist Church – 11/29/09 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 4:1-6 Key verse: Nehemiah 4:6 - So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work. Premise: God encourages to steady the course no matter how rough the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"The Need For Vision"

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 17, 2008

(Prov 29:18 KJV) Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

"THE NEED FOR VISION" (Prov 29:18 KJV) Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. 1. Any successful endeavor requires a vision. We must have a vision. a. The word "vision": 1) Literally means the ability to see things that are visible 2) ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Developing Proper Judgment Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 29, 2008

Spiritual understanding is not produced solely by learning facts or procedures, but rather it depends on love for God & obedience to known truth. Obedience to God’s known will develops discernment between falsehood & truth.

JOHN 7: 19-24 DEVELOPING PROPER JUDGMENT [John 5:1-15 / 39 – 47] Jesus has just explained that if their lives are in harmony with God, they will recognize the character and source of His teaching. [Similarly, in John 5:42-47, Jesus said that if they had the love of ...read more

Scripture: John 7:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Mind To Work Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Sep 12, 2008

Even through ridicule, we need to have a mind set on accomplishing what God has called us to do.

A Mind to Work Griffith Baptist Church – 9/14/08 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 4:1-6 Key verse: Nehemiah 4:6 - So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work. The Introduction After the list of the workers in chapter three, we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist