Sermons on life direction: showing 241-255 of 194,747

Do You Have Faith The Lord’s Direction?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

How many of us can say we 100% follow the direction of the Holy Spirit? That is what we are expected to do. So how many follow?

The interpretation of the Scriptures that have been developed by the Church and handed down to the generations says that Yeshua did not show much emotion. In this passage, the translation of the word pneuma (“spirit”) says that Yeshua’s feelings were hurt that the Pharisees came to Him demanding ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Trust The Ways Of God And Not My Ways Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 8, 2013

Sometimes we falsely believe that because we belong to God we can do no wrong and God must bless everything we do. What we must realize is that as we move in concert with how God wants us to move that things will line up for His glory.

The three psalms we are looking at today have this theme in common: love God, be linked to God, let God set the agenda. Psalm 89 finishes off Book III of the psalter. It is a wonderful restatement of God’s promises to David about the Messiah, but then ends with somewhat of a repudiation of ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Go Where?

Contributed by Steven Strickland on Apr 13, 2020

I’m sure of one thing, no one jumps up and down when the Lord calls them to a place they have never been, or like me, you go scratching, clawing and crying to hang on to where you are

GO WHERE? Genesis 12:1-4 Now the Lord had said to Abraham: “Get out of your country, from your kindred from your fathers house, to a land that I will show you. I will make you a great nation; I will bless you and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Perfect Instructions

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022

Most of us have had to stop and ask for directions as we traveled from one place to another.

And have you noticed some people are better at giving directions than others? Illus: A helicopter was in a storm flying around above Seattle, when an electrical malfunction disabled all of the aircraft's electronic navigation and communications equipment. Due to the clouds and haze, the pilot ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"A Simple Matter”

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jan 15, 2023

As God gives freely to the unworthy, so he gives richly, like himself, more than we are able to ask or think. His gifts outdo our requests and expectations.

2 Kings 3:9-18 “A Simple Matter” January 15, 2023 The Division King Jehoram of Israel was not an honorable man. “He did evil in the sight of the Lord” Though he was not like his father Ahab or his mother Jezebel because he put away the sacred things of the false god Baal, we are told that he still ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Life In The Kingdom Family Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 2, 2019

Even when, like the Thessalonians, we are doing well in our spiritual journey, we still need to keep hearing and reflecting on the imperatives and commands and spiritual direction which comes from the Word - because no matter who we are we can easily fail.

You can also listen to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Life In The Kingdom Family Through this sermon series we have come to understand quite a lot about the church of the:- • They are models to all the believers in Macedonia and Achaia ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

What Drives Your Life? Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 31, 2003

Many things drive people’s lives, but does the right thing drive yours? In this sermon, given by Jean Leprohon, we are directed to what God wants to drive us.

What drives your life? – Purpose Driven Life #3- delivered by Jean Leprohon What is it that guides your life? What is the agent in your life, which has a certain control on your reactions? 1. Certain people are driven by guilt. Gen 4:12 the guilt of Cain has made him a wandering man... Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Jul 20, 2022

Light is an essential part of life. It gives life, exposes faults, and can show us our path or even ourselves clearly. So what exactly did Jesus mean when He said that He is the “Light of the World.

Introduction: So, who is Jesus? Let’s continue our journey to discover the answer to this question in Jesus’ own words. First, he told us that He was the Bread of Life? Today, we will see how Jesus now describes Himself as “The Light of the World.” Light is an essential part of life. Without ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Never Invite God To A Pity Party

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 1, 2004

When we’re tempted to focus on everything that’s wrong in our lives, God directs us back to him and leaves us no room for self-pity.

July 11, 2004 — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson 1 Kings 19:14-21 Never Invite God to a Pity Party I. He Won’t Agree with You II. He Won’t Let You Wallow III. He Won’t Leave You Alone Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

How Should I Study The Bible?

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 1, 2008

Directions on the attitudes we ought to have when we look into the Divine Word of God given for our direction and instruction

HOW SHOULD I STUDY THE BIBLE? INTRODUCTION 1. Most dads have done it a. Children get a toy for Christmas or birthday that needs “some assembly” b. We are smart enough to figure it out so we start that light assembly without the directions c. Hours later when the toy is not finished, does not ...read more

Scripture: John 12:48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Removing The Wall-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 26, 2018

2 of ? God enabled the children of Israel to conquer the walled city of Jericho. God removes the barriers to ministry/serving Him & seeks to ensure the success of ministry. But When/How can barriers be removed? Ministry barriers are removed when...

REMOVING The WALL-II—Joshua 6:1-16+:20 Removing Barriers Attention: We usually avoid the beach except morning & evenings because of the sun. However, we also may go to the beach at midday. In order to remove the barrier of midday beaching(the effects of the brutal midday sun) we may use ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Life For A Life Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 15, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 19: 17 - 42

John 19: 17 - 42 A Life for a life 17 And He, bearing His cross, went out to a place called the Place of a Skull, which is called in Hebrew, Golgotha, 18 where they crucified Him, and two others with Him, one on either side, and Jesus in the center. 19 Now Pilate wrote a title and put it on the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-42

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Journey

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 16, 2011

“Life is not a journey to the grave with intentions of arriving safely in a pretty well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out and loudly proclaiming ... WOW! What a ride!” Just the word “Journey” sounds

The Journey Genesis 12:1-3 Now the LORD had said to Abram: “Get out of your country, From your family And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. 2 I will make you a great nation; I will bless you And make your name great; And you shall be a blessing. 3 I will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Encounters, Defecting Your Giants

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 2, 2010

Here's several step in the right direction in defeating giants in your life.

Encounters, Defecting Your Giants / I Samuel 17:31-40 Even though you are born-again, most must still battle giants throughout their lives. There are several lessons that can be applied from this Biblical story found in I Samuel chapter 17. 31.Then David’s question was reported to King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Preparing For A Life Of Christian Service Series

Contributed by Leslie Tarlton on Jan 19, 2014

It is one thing to be a witness to the things of Christ. It is another to understand the example or pattern for life Christ set for us to follow and do so. This short series was the result of 2 yrs of questioning my direction after 6 yrs of ministry

Preparing for a Life of Christian Service Matthew 3:13-4:11 Pray Proposition: Personally, I struggle with whether or not my life is being used effectively for Christ. How about you? Do you struggle with this? How are many of you are interesting in having an effective Christian Life; A life ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational