Sermons on Isaiah 40:9-31:

The Greatness Of God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 24, 2021

How great is our God? All Scripture references are from the NASB.

God is great! That is an understatement. We get that, but do we comprehend why God is great? Can we begin to grasp how great God truly is? This is why we have been exploring the attributes, or the characteristics of God. God is without limits, He is not bound by time and space as we understand ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1, Isaiah 40:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Shadow Of Light

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 7, 2021

A message on being a reflection of God in the darkness of this world

In the first chapter of the Bible, God's very first recorded words were "Let there be light" (Gen 1:3 NIV). In Hebrew, it says, "Light, become!, and light became!" In that single finite moment, before time began, the infinite God spoke the Universe into existence. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-12, Romans 13:12-14, Genesis 1:3, 1 John 1:5, Isaiah 60:19-20, John 8:12, Isaiah 40:22, Hebrews 11:3, 1 Peter 2:9, Isaiah 42:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Sermon At Athens: The Unknown God Made Known

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 8, 2021

Paul began his Gospel message by pointing out the empty altar dedicated to the "Unknown God' whom the Greeks acknowledged and worshipped, then proceeded to tell them about the true and living God and how to know Him personally.

Paul had now established common ground with the men of Athens by referring to the empty altar dedicated to the God of whom they know nothing yet honored despite their ignorance and uncertainty. Paul did not chide them or charge them with blasphemy, nor does he rebuke them for their polytheism. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:11, Nehemiah 9:6, Psalm 33:6, Isaiah 40:28, Isaiah 48:13, Acts 4:24, Hebrews 1:10, Acts 17:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Service-Introduction (1) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

Support and encouragement for people especially in Christian circles

Introduction This series is intended to support and encourage people in their vocations, occupations and professions. It is written specifically with Christian’s who desire true service in mind. It is beneficial for those in Christian ministry, both in service and those searching for direction. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10, Matthew 9:37-38, Luke 10:2, John 4:35, Romans 1:20, Isaiah 40:21  (view more)  (view less)

The Growth & Flourishing Of The Christian Mind

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

God works in mysterious ways, as they say. And how truly mysterious it is and difficult to comprehend. Just when you think you've discovered a way in which God operates, he surprises you with another.

God works in mysterious ways, as they say. And how truly mysterious it is and difficult to comprehend. Just when you think you've discovered a way in which God operates, he surprises you with another. At times he seems distant. At times it seems hopeless. At other times he is close. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:33, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Salvation Army

What Does Holy Mean? Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 13, 2021

There are several words in our “Holy vocabulary” that even Christians don’t fully understand. Taking a closer look at some of these Holy words to make sure that we fully understand them before we use them.

As I was praying over what direction God would have me to go, God brought my attention to the fact that, as Christians, we have a unique vocabulary. We tend to use words that a non-Christian might not understand. So, when trying to witness to someone, we should be careful to use words they can ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31, Psalm 19:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Wounded Lamb: Tela' Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 30, 2022

“Comfort, comfort my people,” says your God. “Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and announce to her that her time of hard service is over"

40 “Comfort, comfort my people,” says your God. 2 “Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and announce to her that her time of hard service is over, her iniquity has been pardoned, and she has received from the Lord’s hand double for all her sins.” 3 A voice of one crying out: Prepare the way of the Lord in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Soaring Soul

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Jan 29, 2020

When something amazing happens, or something life changing happens. What do we do after those moments?

Sermon - soaring Soul - When something amazing happens, or something life changing happens. What do we do after those moments? - Let me give you an example, I remember I was given permission to cruise, just like a toddler is learning to walk & would cruise down the couch. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Made Promises Kept

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 2, 2020

There is power, there is life, there is Victory in His words! There is power, there is life, there is Victory in your words when you believe and declare His Words!

Promises Made Promises Kept Illus. The Weight of a Prayer by Dr Wheeler Jones Louise Redden, a poorly dressed lady with a look of defeat on her face, walked into a grocery store. She approached the owner of the store in a most humble manner and asked if he would let her charge a few groceries. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:21, John 1:1-3, John 14:12, Isaiah 55:8-11, Jeremiah 32:26, Joshua 10:5-14, Isaiah 40:28-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Floats

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 2, 2020

Movie-she thought all was good until she learns her husband is having an affair. She tells her daughter, "when you find yourself at a new beginning, give hope a chance to float up." There's a hope that sinks, a hope and that floats and a hope that not only floats, it rises.

HOPE FLOATS 1998 movie. The premise is a woman who thought everything was going well learns that her husband is having an affair with her friend. She takes her daughter and moves back to her hometown. But she quickly learns that the problems keep coming-in waves. In a conversation between her and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:28, Lamentations 3:19-24, Romans 5:1-5, Isaiah 40:30-31, Jeremiah 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is My Shepherd (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 9, 2020

Psalm 23 is perhaps the most well-known Psalm. It's often quoted at funerals. Although you may be familiar with it, have you ever really studied it? That's what we're going to do today and next week. Let's see what we can learn David's 23rd Psalm.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD (part one) Psalm 23:1-3 In his book, I Shall Not Want, Robert Ketchum tells about a Sunday school teacher who asked her group if any of them could quote the twenty-third psalm. A little four-year-old girl was among those who raised their hands. A bit skeptical, the teacher ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3, John 10:11, Isaiah 40:11, John 10:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

They That Wait Upon The Lord: The Rewards For Waiting

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Waiting Is A Problem For Most Of Us. The world has a problem with waiting but the Christian should be different. In this very fast-paced world, things are set up for maximum speed and efficiency, but we must wait on God & His Timing. Why? Because God always has a due season...

THEY THAT WAIT UPON THE LORD: THE REWARDS FOR WAITING Isaiah 40:25-31: 25 “To whom will you compare me? Or who is my equal?” says the Holy One. 26 Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Charismatic

Shall Any Teach God Knowledge?

Contributed by James Dina on Nov 7, 2020

God knows all things, He is infinite in knowledge. Nothing can be added to His treasure of Knowledge and nothing can be taken from it. Man receives all his knowledge from God and must submit quietly to His will.

SHALL ANY TEACH GOD KNOWLEDGE? (JOB 21:22) Does God need any tutor or master? to teach Him how to order the affairs of the world, what to do with the wicked and the godly ones? Surely He doesn't need anyone to teach nor instruct Him. GOD CANNOT BE TAUGHT Some men are so foolish that they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:13-14, Jeremiah 17:10, Job 21:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

¿alguien EnseÑarÁ A Dios El Conocimiento? (Job 21:22)

Contributed by James Dina on Nov 8, 2020

Dios lo sabe todo, es infinito en conocimiento. Nada puede añadirse al tesoro de conocimiento de Dios y nada puede quitarse de él. El hombre recibe todo su conocimiento de Dios y debe someterse tranquilamente a su voluntad.

¿ALGUIEN ENSEÑARÁ A DIOS EL CONOCIMIENTO? (JOB 21:22) ¿Necesita Dios algún tutor o maestro? ¿Para enseñarle cómo ordenar los asuntos del mundo, qué hacer con los malvados y los piadosos? Seguramente no necesita a nadie que le enseñe o ...read more

Scripture: Job 21:22, Isaiah 40:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

May Magtuturo Ba Sa Diyos Ng Kaalaman? (Job 21:22)

Contributed by James Dina on Nov 8, 2020

Alam ng Diyos ang lahat ng bagay, Siya ay walang hanggan ang kaalaman. Walang maidaragdag sa Kanyang kayamanan ng Kaalaman at walang maaalis dito. Tinatanggap ng tao ang lahat ng kanyang kaalaman mula sa Diyos at kailangang sumunod nang tahimik sa Kanyang kalooban.

May magtuturo ba sa Diyos ng kaalaman? (JOB 21:22) Kailangan ba ng Diyos ng anumang tutor o guro? upang turuan Siya kung paano isaayos ang mga gawain ng mundo, ano ang gagawin sa masasama at mga maka-Diyos? Tiyak na hindi Niya kailangang magturo o magturo sa Kanya. HINDI MATUTURUAN ANG ...read more

Scripture: Job 21:22, Psalm 46:10, Isaiah 40:13

Denomination: Pentecostal