Sermons on Jacob Wrestling With God:

The Limits Of God's Patience Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 1, 2006

We presume upon God’s patience and tolerance, but do not understand those characteristics of His love. They are central to knowing Him.

Opening Joke: Did you hear about the teacher who was helping one of her kindergarten students put his boots on? He asked for help and she could see why. With her pulling and him pushing, the boots still didn’t want to go on. When the second boot was finally on, she had worked up a sweat. She ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not Finished Yet! Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Mar 12, 2001

Three actions we can take when we’re tempted to think God has given up on us.

How many of you have seen the bumper sticker that says, "Be patient with me. God isn’t finished with me yet"?  I’ve decided to create a new bumper sticker that responds to that one. My new bumper sticker will say, "I’m trying to be patient with you, but God is taking an awfully long time with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Is For Us Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 6, 2012

There are two categories of God's attributes: His natural attributes, which set him apart from his creation and cannot be emulated, and his moral attributes. Psalm 86 tells us about several of God's moral attributes and how they are a blessing to the beli

What God IS to Us Psalm 86 Chuck Sligh May 6, 2012 READ RESPONSIVELY: Psalm 86 – “Bow down thine ear, O LORD, hear me: for I am poor and needy. 2 Preserve my soul; for I am holy: O thou my God, save thy servant that trusteth in thee. 3 Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Real Servants Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 22, 2010

What does it mean to be a real servant of God. Let's look at Paul's example and follow it.

Introduction: A. Frank Abagnale was the world’s greatest con artist. 1. The movie Catch Me If You Can, directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, is based on the true-life story this man, who bilked the government out of more than $5 million by the time he was 21 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Wedding Gift Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2017

Sexual purity is important, because It pleases God; sex itself is sacred; sexual immorality robs others; sex outside of marriage is not safe, and God gives you His Holy Spirit.

At the end of their first date, a young man in a bygone era took his favorite girl home. He decided to try for that important first kiss. With an air of confidence, he leaned his hand against the wall, smiled, and said, “How about a good night kiss?” “Are you crazy?” she said. “My parents will see ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God’s Case Against The Christ-Rejecting Court Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 30, 2017

The Lord will never lose a legal case, so here’s what we should do: 1. Put your name on God's witness list. 2. Be persuaded of God's ultimate victory. 3. Pledge your full allegiance to the Lord.

God’s Case against the Christ-Rejecting Court Acts 7:37-54 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 6, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Here in Acts 7, Stephen has been on trial for his strong faith in Jesus Christ. And this was no small matter. This wasn’t a high school debate. Stephen was on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:37-54

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Bryan Finley on Oct 30, 2012

The key to unlocking & accessing the supernatural ministry of Jesus is understanding the kingdom of God. Get the overview of God's design & our mission.

I love the culture of Hope Chapel. We are group of people who can be serious about God’s business but never take ourselves too seriously.No one around here claims to be better than someone else. I’ve said this before, but its worth saying again, the word that sums us up is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Foursquare

The God Who Gives You A New Name Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 22, 2025

God has the power to redefine your destiny, identity, and purpose by giving you a new name that reflects His glory, favour, and divine assignment.

THE GOD WHO GIVES YOU A NEW NAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 62:2 “And the Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all kings thy glory: and thou shalt be called by a new name, which the mouth of the LORD shall name.” (Isaiah 62:2, KJV) Supporting Texts: Genesis 17:5; John 1:12-13; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joseph - The Man God Uses.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Overview of Joseph. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Acts chapter 8 verses 8-18. • Thanks to Andrew Lloyd Webber and a variety of catchy tunes; • The story of Joseph is very well known. (1). Joseph and his coat. • Joseph and his ‘multi-coloured coat’, • N.I.V. “Richly ornamented robe” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:8-18

Denomination: Brethren

Yahweh: The God Who Hears Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 25, 2006

We believe that prayer changes things because we know that God hears us.

Yahweh: The God Who Hears Text: Gen. 29:31-30:24 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 29:31-35 2. "Prayer Changes Things" Skies seemed dark to me one morning, And my thoughts were tinged with gloom; But my eye fell on a motto That was hanging in the room. Silvery letters on blue background, Heavenly ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Armor Of God – The Word Series

Contributed by Christi Campione on Dec 14, 2024

This is an exciting dive into the Word. We all know the sword is the Word. This teaching focuses on archeology and other interesting facts. You WILL need the handout PDF that goes along with this teaching.

For an easy to read PDF: https://myprayernotebook4life.wordpress.com/sermon-pdfs/ Password: SermonCentral The Armor of God – The Word – Teaching (I suggest watching the videos and checking the links before you teach, so you’ll know. If you want to show the videos and lengthen this study to a few ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Discerning The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 25, 2010

In order to hear the voice of God we must have the right: 1) Closeness (1 Samuel 3:1-6), 2) Confirmation (1 Samuel 3:7-9), 3) Center of attention (1 Samuel 3:10-15), and finally: 4) Compliance (1 Samuel 3:16-20)

On Thursday, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad spoke at the United Nations in New York returning to his usual cursing Israel, and threatening it with extinction. Indeed, his hatred is obsessional, and dominates his view of the entire world. He even went so far as to blame America for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Other

God Rewards Faithfulness

Contributed by James May on Jun 19, 2002

God rewards faithfulness in His time and in His way - if we are willing to wait upon Him.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-17, James 1:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Privileges Of Friendship With God Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 6, 2000

Three privileges of being a friend of God.

“The Privileges of Friendship with God” Genesis 18:1-33 To say that Abraham was God’s friend meant that he was a human being to whom the God of the universe felt close, whom he regarded highly, and with whom He wanted to share some of His intimate thoughts. That God was Abraham’s friend we can ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Serving God With Certainty Series

Contributed by Jonathan Goats on Jul 8, 2003

Serving God with certainty will bring the fire & the rain that we so desperately need!

1 kings 18:17 Then it happened, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said to him, "Is that you, O troubler of Israel?" 18 And he answered, "I have not troubled Israel, but you and your father’s house have, in that you have forsaken the commandments of the LORD and have followed the Baals. 19 "Now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-24

Denomination: Church Of God