Sermons on Limitation:

Rose Coloured Glasses

Contributed by David Becker on May 28, 2006

Perceptive! How we view life, ourselves and God can either be a problem that limits us or a power that releases us to new levels of living. One of Jesus ministry mandates is to open the eyes of the blind. Using the story of Jesus miracle in opening the

ROSE COLOURED GLASSES TEXT - John 9:1-25,39 As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man who had been blind from birth. 2 “Teacher,” his disciples asked him, “why was this man born blind? Was it a result of his own sins or those of his parents?” 3 “It was not because of his sins or his parents’ ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Can Define God Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 19, 2004

Third in a series on popular illusions. We try to limit God by turning to religion instead of relationship. The issue is in our own integrity. The world understands the power of God better than we do! The loss of our idols is fatal, but in Christ ther

She was obviously tired of discussing the issue. The wrangling had gone on long enough. Neither side was about to give in to the other. It was time for somebody to settle this matter. So she drew herself up to her full five feet two; she threw her shoulders back; and with that certain toss of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Where's The Army?

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003

Today the church, the Christian, has changed God’s job description and prefers hiding within the four walls of the church, sitting in a pew, limiting God’s light. Believes for the most part have small visions centered on self-motivation

Where’s The Army? 2 Tim 2:3-5 Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. And as Christ’s soldier, do not let yourself become tied up in the affairs of this life, for then you cannot satisfy the one who has enlisted you in his army. Follow the Lord’s rules for doing his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Accept The Situation : Expect The Change

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 20, 2008

ACCEPT:1.CREATION 2.POSITION 3.DECISION 4.PERMISSION 5.CORRECTION 6.LIMITATION 7.REVELATION EXPECT :1.EXALTATION 2.LIBERATION 3.TRANSFORMATION 4.RESTORATION 5.FORMATION 6.JUBILIATION 7.CORONATION

ACCEPT THE SITUATION : EXPECT THE CHANGE ******************************************************* The Serenity Prayer ********************** God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference. JAMES ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Eye For An Eye Makes The Whole World Blind

Contributed by Greg Colby on Aug 23, 2017

The scriptures in Exodus provide a limitation on unlimited vengeance being meted out when someone is wronged, however Jesus declared that even an eye for an eye was going too far - Jesus commands his followers to turn the other cheek - to not resist evil

Be Holy. Be Perfect. Our Gospel and our OT readings this morning present us with two illustrations of how God expects his people to live. Each one describes different things to do, and not to do – however the goal of both readings is to provide us with a framework within which to seek justice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Deuteronomy 24:10-22

Final Words From Paul Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 7, 2012

Paul gives his final preparations regarding his planned trip to Corinth. Paul has tried to counsel and encourage the Corinthian church with only limited success. Now he is coming in person to deal with the problems that have continued in spite of h

Paul gives his final preparations regarding his planned trip to Corinth. Sometimes when the medicine is not taken then the surgery has to follow. Paul has tried to counsel and encourage the Corinthian church with only limited success. Now he is coming in person to deal with the problems ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Worms With Intestinal Fortitude!

Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on May 29, 2012

the oldest sin, pride, remains our oldest enemy and is not confined nor limited to the unsaved but has crept its way into Christianity even to the precious, once revered, pulpit. It is pride that asks “what about me? It is pride that demands “do somet

WORMS WITH INTESTINAL FORTITUDE! Or Man vs. God ACTS 12:20-24 Introduction: What you just witnessed is a parody on pride. (I entered the sanctuary with "Eye of the Tiger" playing over the sound system, high-fiving a few members hands as I made my way to the pulpit) This is not too far off of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Yoke Anointing Breaker

Contributed by Victoria Oladipupo on Nov 19, 2014

Many people, like Esau, have had a life programmed for difficulties. They have a yoke placed on their shoulders thus there is a limit they can’t go beyond. The secret of breaking free from this yoke is to be tired of it and grow restless. Yoke destroyer.

SERMON: “His father Isaac answered him; your dwelling will be away from the earth’s riches, away from the dew of heaven above. You will live by the sword and you will serve your brother. But when you grow restless, you will break his yoke from off your neck” Gen 27:40 Many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Has A Better Plan Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Mar 13, 2016

We have great potential to do greater things for God but many times, our eyesight are limited and we only see the problem not the solution. In this message, we will study the life of Gideon and how God's plan unfolded before his eyes.

INTRODUCTION: There was a story of a man who had an experiment with the fleas. Fleas are wingless insects with mouth parts adapted for piercing skin and sucking blood living in mammals and birds or dogs. He put some fleas in a jar with a covered top on it. Obviously, the fleas jump and hit the top ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Others Can't, "But God Can!"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 31, 2012

The accuser will try to use anything he can to diminish your hopes and dreams in your life, including the ones around you, but the fact is this, Other people don’t set the limitations and parameters for your life, you do.

Others can’t but God can! Romans 3:3 NKJ 3. For what if some did not believe? Will their unbelief make the faithfulness of God without effect? Gods faithfulness, is not based on our faithfulness, or on the faithfulness of those who are around us. TBS.(the bible says) no matter what, He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Want A Fireworks Display Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We have relegated fire...works to once a year. We have made certain fire...works off limits. This series will take us back to where we began (Acts 2) and see how the fire...works in our lives.

Fire…Works Pt. 1 – I Want A Fire…Works Display I. Introduction It is that time of year. July. The month of fireworks. We all seem to love and want a fireworks display. It has become an annual ritual at our house and I am sure the same is true at your house. We grab blankets, bug spray, our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Fire...works! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We have relegated fire...works to once a year. We have made certain fire...works off limits. This series will take us back to where we began (Acts 2) and see how the fire...works in our lives.

Fire…Works Pt. 2 – How The Fire…Works I. Introduction Fireworks are an integral part of our lives as Americans. We have become accustomed to using them as part of our celebration. No July 4th or New Year’s Eve Party is complete without these explosions. Likewise I would say that the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pretty And Loud Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We have relegated fire...works to once a year. We have made certain fire...works off limits. This series will take us back to where we began (Acts 2) and see how the fire...works in our lives.

Fire…Works Pt. 3 – Pretty & Loud I. Introduction We want fireworks at ball games, bowl games, birthday parties, and even at concerts. Without them we leave feeling cheated or short changed. If we don’t have Fire…works at church I feel cheated too. If you will remember last week we discussed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Silence Of God

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 12, 2016

This sermon discusses the answers to the question, "When God is Silent, is He still working?" Some might immediately say yes, but there are examples where people limit God and cause Him to be silent.. We tie His hands through our unbelief.

Valley Grove Assembly of God July 17, 2016 The Silence of God Introduction: When God is silent is He still working? You either have to answer “yes”, or “no,” “maybe,” “don’t know,” “I don’t have the slightest idea,” or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Time Mangagement

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 31, 2017

What are we doing with our time? Time can make us angry and bitter? Do we realize time is limited and we need to be wise stewards of our time. How did thinks look in 1917? How will they look in 2117?

TIME? WHAT DO WE DO WITH TIME? ANGER KILLS ROOTS? THESE HAVE NO ROOT ---NO ROOTS? NO FRUITS! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TIME CAN BE A REAL KILLER... TIME HAS A TENADANCY TO MAKE US BITTER AND HARD... Luke 8:13 They on the rock are they, which, when they hear, receive the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:13, Hebrews 12:15, Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God