Sermons on Knowing God Better:

How Do I Discern The Will Of God: A Few Lessons From My Own Failures

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

I recall many times biking and running, when the whole body felt on fire. It was burning. And it wasn't fun at all. But what does any gym enthusiast know? No pain no gain. The incredible discomfort of the workout is leading to a stronger future.

I recall many times biking and running, when the whole body felt on fire. It was burning. And it wasn't fun at all. But what does any gym enthusiast know? No pain no gain. The incredible discomfort of the workout is leading to a stronger future. Much is the same with mental fitness. When ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:23

Denomination: Salvation Army

Faith. What Is It Really?

Contributed by Michael Brown on Oct 24, 2020

I'm doing a study on Roman 14:23 which touches on faith. It says that anything that is not of faith is a sin. To get a better understanding of this verse we need to know God's definition of FAITH. I did research on that word & this sermon/definition is what I found.

We've all heard people say you have to have faith to make something happen. Faith is important to our Lord too. He devoted an entire chapter in the Book of Hebrews to it. To fully understand faith we should know God's definition of it. The Lord defines faith in Hebrews chapter 11. Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 52 - God's Perfect Timing Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 19, 2025

Often the plans of God may not be obvious to us, but as we move forward with faith, those plans of God will unfold perfectly in His time. May we trust God to make everything beautiful in His time.

For today’s meditation I want to read Micah 5:2, The LORD says, "Bethlehem Ephrathah, you are one of the smallest towns in Judah, but out of you I will bring a ruler for Israel, whose family line goes back to ancient times." (GNB) The birth of the Lord Jesus in the little town of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:1-6, Exodus 4:12-14, Exodus 15:22-24, Matthew 6:8, Luke 22:10-13, 1 Corinthians 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God’s Everlasting Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Explore and understand God's unfailing, unconditional, and everlasting love for us.

Good morning, beloved family. I'm so glad you're here today, because we're about to dive into a scripture that's all about love - God's love. It's a love that never fails, a love that's unconditional, and a love that's everlasting. It's a love that's summed up beautifully in Jeremiah 31:3, which ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3

Topics: God's Love, Faithful

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 18, 2005

Melchizedek is one of the most mysterious people in the Old Testament, but he holds the key why Jesus is a better high priest than one born of Aaron. Also learn how Jesus knows all of your needs before you do.

Once someone’s mind is made up it is very difficult sometimes to change it. Back in the 15th century the world’s leaders and scientists were convinced that earth was flat because, after all, when you look out towards the horizon it looks flat. People were executed for doubting this principal. It ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God’s Resolutions For Christians Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 29, 2009

We come up with all sorts of good New Year’s resolutions but often neglect our spiritual lives, which is really the basis for everything in our lives!

In a few days it will be a new year and many will be making resolutions. Can you fill in the blanks for the following? I’m too short for my weight, therefore, in 2010 I’m going on a ______! I now have too many friends calling me to pay my bills, therefore, in 2010 I will stick to a ______! I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Easter Sunday - He Is Risen

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Apr 3, 2007

For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. BUT WE KNOW BETTER! For Christians, Easter means the resurrection of Jesus from the dead! It means the promise

Introduction: o For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs o BUT WE KNOW BETTER! For Christians, Easter means the resurrection of Jesus from the dead! It means the promise of life after death! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Drink Your Assigned Up

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 6, 2018

We all have a cup to drink, know yours and drink it then see the manifestation of your greatness and glory upon your life

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: DRINK YOUR ASSIGNED CUP John 18:10-11 King James Version (KJV) 10 Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus. 11 Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-11

Denomination: Charismatic

A Glimpse Of The Pastor's Heart Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005

A continuing study on the Book of Ephesians

Sermon preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield on 12/15/04 at Belleview Church of the Nazarene Title: A Glimpse of the Pastor’s Heart Text: Ephesians 1:17-19a Introduction 1. Last week, we looked at what warms a Pastor’s heart… Paul had spent about 3 years with the Ephesian Church… And as he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-19

Denomination: Nazarene

Ready..set..."Rest"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 20, 2015

We may not always realize it, or be ready to accept it...but when He tells us that He will do it... you better believe God always stands ready in every situation..to deliver us and to deliver his promises that he's made to us

Ready..Set..."Rest" When were young were taught growing up..about competition and about striving and doing our best... And we learned about playing sports and games… Were taught that everyone gets ready, everyone gets set to participate... and everyone exerts their self and tries their ...read more

Scripture: John 3:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Infinitely Pure God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015

Sixth in a series on the attributes of God focusing on God's purity and holiness.

Knowing God Series #6 “Our infinitely Pure God” Introduction After a brief study of the “Fear of the Lord” which has to do with a proper knowledge of God I felt led to follow up with a series on knowing God better. Proverbs teaches the fear of the Lord is the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Gifts Of God For The People Of God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 22, 2015

God’s mercy is the key part of a Christian’s commitment to God. In return, we are to show mercy to others. Christian life is marked by transformation and growth in discernment and understanding.

How do you think of yourselves? There are two options. We can allow our lives, values, attitudes convictions and relationships to be influenced by the world, or we can be remodeled, transformed, reshaped and redesigned from the inside out by the Holy Spirit. How can we know God’s will for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Doubting God’s Provision

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 19, 2017

Like the Israelites of old, we are quick to complain and grumble and quarrel, and our fight really is with God, doubting his provision, forgetting what he has done for us in the past. But God is present and at work if we will only trust him.

Exodus 17:1-7 Doubting God’s Provision Do you wake up grumpy in the morning? No, just let him sleep! (That’s an old joke.) I went to the dentist this week, and I heard a patient in the cubicle next to me grumbling about the fee. She said, “Two hundred bucks for one tooth extraction! And it’s only ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, 1 Corinthians 10:4-11, Philippians 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

God Is The God Of Second Chances

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 18, 2025

In this sermon we look at three Cs Compassion of Jesus, Commitment to Jesus and the Covenant that Jesus ushers in the New Covenant

Jesus’ first miracle: Turning water into wine (Jn 2:1-11) Story: A little girl was attending a wedding for the first time. She whispered to her mother, "Why is the bride dressed in white?" Her mother replied: "Because white is the colour of happiness, and today is the happiest ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Who God Is And Who God Is Not

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 26, 2012

A sermon about God's agape love and our call to live it.

“What God Is and What God Is Not” 1 John 4:7-21 I served an extremely diverse and great congregation for 6 years in Newport News, Virginia. We came from just about every ethnic group and socio-economic background. One day I was visiting with a young, single mother who was active ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: United Methodist