Sermons on Knowing God Better:

Title: The Journey Into Maturiry

Contributed by Willie Woodberry on May 20, 2002

This sermon will help the young people to see education as a process for hel[ping themselves to become mature.

Introduction:The church at Philipi was Paul’s "joy and crown" (4:1). Of all his churches it gave him the least trouble, perhaps no trouble at all, and the most satisfaction. So Philippians is a letter of joy, brimming over with expectations of gratitude, affection and love. Philippians is also a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

True Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tim George on Jul 18, 2001

It is vitally important that you understand how completely dependent you are on God. Everyone claims to have the answers to life’s questions but only God truly does!

”Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter envy and self-seeking in your hearts, do not boast and lie against the truth. This wisdom does not descend from above, but is earthly, sensual, demonic. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways To Live

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 19, 2001

Do you live according to God’s will or the world’s ways? This message helps us know the difference.

James 3:13-17 " Two Ways To Live" By Pastor Mark Hiehle Do you live your life with certainty or with confusion? Are you sure of what is right and what is wrong? Is there anything today that does not change? Instead of black and white, does everything seem gray and is the line of distinction ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene

When All You've Got Is A "Maybe"

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jul 23, 2001

Are there directions that you sense are God’s will and direction, but you’re not sure? This message will encourage and equip you to deal with the issues that must be resolved in faith.

In looking at the passage in 1 Samuel, Jonathan seemed to be in a situation of uncertainty. The future, the absolute direction he needed for the present time just was not clear. All he could say in v.6 was "It may be..." He couldn’t be sure one way or the other. He seemed to, and probably did, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:6-7, Ecclesiastes 11:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

But I Don't Do Windows

Contributed by William Noel on Aug 12, 2001

Excuses Christians Use For Refusing to Serve the Lord

“…But, I Don’t Do Windows!” Luke 9:57-62 Introduction Ø OCCUPATIONAL HYMNS ~ Astronaut: "Nearer My God, To Thee" ~ Builder: "How Firm A Foundation" and "The Church’s One Foundation" ~ Civil Engineer: "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross" ~ Dentist: "Crown Him With Many Crowns" ~ Electrician: "O ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Five Illustrations To Understand God's Way Of Thinking

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about understanding God’s principles and values which are often very different from the man’s principles and values.

FIVE ILLUSTRATIONS TO UNDERSTAND GOD’S WAY OF THINKING OUTLINE 1. REPROACH 2. REWARD 3. RENUMERATION 4. RETRENCHMENT 5. REGARD THE MESSAGE FIVE ILLUSTRATIONS TO UNDERSTAND GOD’S WAY OF THINKING 1. REPROACH: The story of Job: Job 1:8-12. Job.2:3-7. Job.42:7-10. Here we read ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:8-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Vision

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jul 12, 2004

To have sight without a vision is worst than to be born blind. What are you living for?

What are you living for? Vision is the whole essence of your living. The reason you are sent into the world by God is for you to fulfill a vision. If you can see it, you can have it. WHAT IS VISION? · Vision is a discovery of God’s plan as it relates to your life. · Vision is also foresight with ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3, Genesis 13:14-15, Genesis 13:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Defeat Indecision Series

Contributed by W F on Aug 22, 2006

How to defeat the giant of indecision.

Key verse: Elijah went before the people and said, "How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him; but if Baal is God, follow him." But the people said nothing (1 Kings 18:21). INTRODUCTION Choice plays a big part in our lives. For instance, we can get anything we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-40

Denomination: *other

Wires Crossed?

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Aug 24, 2006

David got his wires crossed. When it came to taking a census, was it a holy spirit or an unholy spirit that “moved” David? Either way, David took responsibility. Four (4) ways to ‘test the spirits”.

READ FROM - 2 Sam 24:1-10 & 1 Chronicles 21:1-8 I. BOTH TEXTS THE SAME, EXCEPT FOR WHO MOVED DAVID TO TAKE THE CENSUS A. Is It God Who Moved David? (2 Samuel 24:1 says it’s God) “Again the anger of the LORD was aroused against Israel, and He moved David against them to say, “Go, number Israel ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Church Of God

How Can I Know What God Wants Me To Do?

Contributed by W F on Sep 17, 2006

A message teaching listeners how God guides us.

How can you know what God wants you to do? Use the G.U.I.D.E. principle: G – Go to the Lord (Psalm 5:8) • Acknowledge the Lord • Trust God (Proverbs 3:6) • Submit to God (Psalm 25:9) • Pray (James 1:5) U – Understand God’s principles (2 Timothy 3:16-17). • Understand what the Bible clearly says ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: *other

Faces: Samson Series

Contributed by John Braland on Apr 3, 2007

All Samson had to do was walk into his destiny. Instead, he chose to walk wherever he wanted. His life is a shining example of how to know God’s will then ignore it.

Kids have a unique way of telling stories. Their heart is in it, but their mouths don’t always spit out the right words. Here are a few of my favorite headliner Bible stories stated by kids: *The first three books of the Bible are Genesis, Exodus, and Laxatives. *Noah’s wife was called Joan of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faces: Samson Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Braland on Apr 3, 2007

Samson was reckless. He became arrogant in his self pursuits always assuming that God would bless him because he was special. He virtually abandoned his spiritual life over the course of 20 years then was shocked that God was gone. In the end, he lost

Last week we learned that Samson was special. Even before he was born God had put a call on his life and all Samson had to do was walk into his calling. His calling was clear, God wanted to use Samson to move the Israelites out of their complacency because they were losing their identity. They ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be As One

Contributed by Amanda Wilson on May 2, 2007

Have you ever wondered what God expects Jesus disciples to be? Do you know what Jesus saw as THE purpose of his mission here on earth? Do you know how Jesus planned keep your faith safe? Be as One is a sermon script based on Jesus prayer from John 17 whic

When you were a child, did people ask you what you wanted to be when you grew up? And what did you answer? Is what you are now what you planned to be then? And if I asked you what is the primary thing that God wants his children to be what would your answer be? Perhaps loving, good, serving, a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding Life's Meaning

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 10, 2007

What is the meaning of life? King Solomon was blessed and vexed with the 3 P’s. Power, Possessions, and Pleasure

Ecclesiastes 1:1-9 Finding Life’s Meaning Ecclesiastes is one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible and it’s too bad because Ecclesiastes is a divinely inspired meditation on one of the most profound questions asked by man: “What is the meaning of Life?” Q. What is the meaning of life? ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Strength For Joyful Endurance

Contributed by Michael Prescott on Mar 20, 2007

Knowledge and spiritual understanding of Gods will gives strength to endure lifes trials with joy.

If you remember, a couple of weeks ago, I pointed out that there where 5 things that Paul outlines in verses 10-11 that inevitably result from the knowledge that we receive from scripture when the Holy spirit enlightens our understanding of it and we apply it in wisdom. We’ve already looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11

Denomination: Baptist