Sermons on Inner Submission:

Aligning Ourselves With The Will Of God, Not Our Own - By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Feb 17, 2025

One of the greatest struggles in the Christian life is aligning our will with God’s. Many times, we have our own plans, desires, and ambitions, but God calls us to surrender them to Him. Walking in alignment with God's will is not always easy, but it is always best.

Aligning Ourselves with the Will of God, Not Our Own Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Introduction: One of the greatest struggles in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let It Be Done Unto Me According To Your Word

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2024

The life of Mary is a very challenging one and an epitome of unconditional submission to the Word of God and His perfect Will.

Let it be Done unto Me According to your Words Study Text: Luke 1: 26 - 38 Introduction: Mary is a good example to understand the meaning of surrendering to God’s will. We often sing the song “I surrender all”. But in truth, how much of that ‘all’ part do we surrender to God. Do we have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does Love Have To Do With It?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 25, 2023

John 13:31-35 contains perhaps the most remarkable command given to Christians: that love for others is the characterizing indication of faith for ''all individuals,'' denoting the existence of a genuine believer.

Jesus outlines this as a new commandment, utilizing His own model as the norm. In giving this charge, Jesus indeed predicts His looming demise and exit from earth. To cherish others was not another new commandment (Leviticus 19:18), but rather to love others just as like Christ loved others was ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do We Submit Ourselves As We Should So That We Can Have A Healthy Christian Relationship?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 2, 2023

Submission is a frequently abused word, but it does not mean turning oneself into a doormat. Unfortunately, many do not see it that way.

Submission is a frequently abused word. It does not mean turning into a doormat. Christ, at whose name "every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth" (Philippians 2:10), presented His will to the Father, and we honor Christ by following his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 18, 2024

Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.

1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

In The Garden Of Surrender: Jesus' Despair And His Acceptance Of God's Will

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Sep 11, 2024

In this moment, we see a side of Jesus that resonates with all of us—the side that feels pain, fear, and even the desire for a different path. Yet, in this same moment, we also see the ultimate example of surrender and faith as Jesus submits to His Father’s will.

Brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather to reflect on one of the most poignant and human moments in the life of our Savior: His time of despair in the Garden of Gethsemane. In this moment, we see a side of Jesus that resonates with all of us—the side that feels pain, fear, and even the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Anglican

What Was The Problem Of The Prophet? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 30, 2022

The purpose of the book of Jonah is to show the degree of the grace of God, that the message of salvation is for all individuals.

The purpose of the book of Jonah is to show the degree of the grace of God, that the message of salvation is for all individuals. This book is not quite the same as the other prophetic books since it recounts the tale of the prophet and does not fixate on his predictions. Indeed, just one verse ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Battle Is Not Yours

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 7, 2022

How do we fight when we see the enemy is so great? How do we let go and not fight when we feel we must?

A great multitude came against King Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah. Jehoshaphat called to the people to get serious with God and fast. Consider their sins and pray. This would reinforce their penitence and remind them of their weakness and need to depend on God. The prayer had essential ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The King Chooses A Queen

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 25, 2022

Esther is an illustration of God's care and direction for our lives. In order to effectively serve God, we must have faith that God is in control, working through both good and bad times, despite the fact that we may question certain aspects of our lives.

Have you been chosen? Esther is an illustration of God's care and direction for our lives. In order to effectively serve God, we must have faith that God is in control, working through both good and bad times, despite the fact that we may question certain aspects of our lives. Persian rulers ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Of Isaac Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

We hear their names thrown around, but do we know why it is so important to know our Godfathers? What can we learn from them? We hear their names thrown around, but do we know why it is so important to know our Godfathers? What can we learn from them?

The Godfathers Pt. 3 - God of Isaac I. Introduction The movie, directed and written by Francis Ford Coppola and released in 1972, is considered to be one of the greatest films of all time. The film paints a chilling portrait of the Corleone family's rise and near fall from power in America ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Are The Ingredients For Revival?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 1, 2023

God’s chosen people are to be His representatives on Earth. But they often stumble blindly after idols when they forget the truth and their calling. Unfortunately, many Christians of today frequently resemble the “Chosen” in the Bible.

Solomon had approached God to plan for the people of Israel for when they had sinned. God replied with four conditions for pardoning: 1. Humble yourself by conceding your wrongdoings. 2. Pray to God requesting pardoning and forgiveness. 3. Look for God constantly. 4. Abandon corrupt conduct and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Strength In Surrender: The Prayer In Gethsemane PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

Explores Jesus' humanity, obedience, and perseverance in the face of adversity, as exemplified in His prayerful preparation in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Welcome, dear friends, to another beautiful day of gathering together in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I am thrilled to have you all here today as we gather to reflect upon the Word of God. Today, we're going to be focusing on a pivotal moment in the life of our Savior, a moment that is as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Topics: Prayer, Obedience, Submission

Why Is Revenge For The Lord To Take?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 6, 2025

Is it right for us to take revenge on something or is it the Lord's job to deal with it?

Why Is Revenge for the Lord to Take? Romans 12:19 Why is this such a difficult idea for Christians to do, let alone from the rest of the people in the world? This sounds so impossible for anyone to do, with all the constant cries for legal rights and lawsuits that are continually spreading ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do We Value God's Wisdom Or Our Own?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 17, 2025

Many see their own wisdom as being more important than the wisdom of God. This is their way of turning away from listening to God.

Do We Value God's Wisdom or Our Own? 1 Corinthians 3:16-23 (18-21) 2 Corinthians 11:16 First Corinthians 3:16-23 is the third allegory Paul uses to clarify the connection between spiritual development (growth), works, and God's judgment of our endeavors. An accentuation here is on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-23, 2 Corinthians 11:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

14. The Rejection Of Saul: Obedience Over Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Have you ever told yourself, ‘God knows my heart,’ while deliberately doing something He’s already told you not to?” We often give ourselves credit for partial obedience—as if God should be pleased with most of our compliance.

The Rejection of Saul: Obedience Over Sacrifice May 28, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 15 Have you ever told yourself, ‘God knows my heart,’ while deliberately doing something He’s already told you not to?” We often give ourselves credit for partial obedience—as ...read more

Denomination: Brethren