Sermons on Not By Might:

Glory In The Midst Of Suffering

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2014

Even our friends might let us down, but God never will.

GLORY IN THE MIDST OF SUFFERING. 1 Peter 4:12-14; 1 Peter 5:6-11. I. Suffering, and the Christian’s response to suffering, has been a recurring theme throughout Peter’s first letter. This is in keeping with the whole tenor of Scripture: ranging from the trials of patriarch, prophet and Psalmist ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-11, 1 Peter 4:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating The Moment

Contributed by Jack Pladdys on Mar 27, 2010

Staying focused keeps us ready for whatever might come our way.

Title: Celebrating the Moment Subtitle: Even When the Storm Is Coming Scripture: Matthew 21:6-11; 23:3-4, 11-12; 26:38-39 Subject: Focus Theme: Keeping the end in sight. Proposition: Staying focused keeps us ready for whatever might come our way. Main Points: 1) A Focused Person Is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:6-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Which Excuse Is In Your Wallet?

Contributed by Paul Hardy on Dec 28, 2017

To help us dismanle all excuses we might propose for sinful actions.

INTRODUCTION: There are several popular commerccials that as, "What's in your wallet?" It begs the question that we carry several credit cards with us, right? Today, let's ask ourselves the question, "What excuses have we hidden away in our wallets for those things we wish we hadn't done. . ." ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Can't Handle This... Exhibiting Our Pain

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Feb 5, 2018

God might be using your circumstances to exhibit to others how to navigate pain

Title: God Can’t Handle… Exhibit Text: Philippians 1:12-14 and Matthew 26:36-38 Bottom Line: God might be using your circumstances to exhibit to others how to navigate pain Date: 2/4/18 Intro Who I am... Something about the day.... So great to be here with you this morning… Tension So ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14, Matthew 26:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Modestly Declines The Government Of Israel Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 30, 2019

They wanted a king so that they might be like their neighbors, and this was what they tempted Gideon with.

Chapter 32 He Modestly Declines the Government of Israel [Judges 8.22-8.23] Scripture 22 Then the men of Israel said unto Gideon, Rule thou over us, both thou, and thy son, and thy son's son also: for thou hast delivered us from the hand of Midian. 23 And Gideon said unto them, I will ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Amazed

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2021

You might be astonished and amazed at what God has done in your life.

Amazed – Mark 6: 1 - 13 Intro: Any person who has been a public speaker or a public-school teacher knows about how people “listen.” Actually, there are types or degrees of non-listeners: wide-eyed, staring-into-space / looking at the floor / arms crossed and head down / close-minded / no-clue ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Touch Of Jesus

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Mar 16, 2016

What might the story of the raising of Jarius' daughter look like if it happened today?

Introduction • Hear now the New Testament story of Jarius, the ruler of the Jewish synagogue. [Read Luke 8:40-56] • What if that story took place today? Instead of Jarius, let’s visit with a Baptist minister by the name of Wallace. Of utmost importance is for each of us to notice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist

New Chapter, Same Mission

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on May 29, 2024

How might mothers relate to Mary when her son ascended into heaven?

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Now, have you ever had a moment where you completed something and then was left thinking, “Now what?” Maybe it was just finishing some big project. Maybe it was your visiting family going home from vacation. Maybe it was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Courageousness Through Weakness

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Jul 17, 2020

Not by our might or power but by the anointing and power of the Lord do we gain victory.

Courageousness through Weakness Pastor Paddick Van Zyl 14-07-2020 Sermon Outline Scripture Reference: 1st Samuel 17 verses 20 to 54 Key verse : 45-47 45 Then David said to the Philistine, “You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-54, Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Straining Out Gnats And Eating Camels Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 23, 2019

You might be a “modern day Pharisee” if you major in minors and minor in majors

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Take It To The Lord In Prayer.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 3, 2025

Even our friends might let us down, but God never will.

TAKE IT TO THE LORD IN PRAYER. Psalm 55:16-22. PSALM 55:16. King David was no stranger to ‘friends’ letting him down, but his bold assertion in the face of betrayal was: “As for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me.” The God upon whom he calls is the true and living God, the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ask A Stupid Question . . .

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 4, 2007

Jesus is asked a stupid question and gives a wise answer. We get asked some stupid question as Christians some times. We might want to follow Jesus’ example. It might have eternal consequences.

-I’m sure you’ve all been asked a stupid question before -If you are like me, you’ve probably asked one too -These are some examples of questions taken from real trials These are examples of real courtroom questions and answers that I found online: Q: This myasthenia gravis, does it affect your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-40

Denomination: Lutheran

When Destiny Helpers Locate You Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

Destiny helpers are God's instruments for lifting and positioning us for greatness. Without the butler, Joseph might have remained in prison; without Mordecai, Esther might not have realised her royal assignment.

WHEN DESTINY HELPERS LOCATE YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:9-14 "Then the chief butler spoke to Pharaoh, saying: ‘I remember my faults this day. When Pharaoh was angry with his servants and put me in custody in the house of the captain of the guard, both me and the chief ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Realize That Things Are Not As Bad As They Seem Or As Successful As They Might Appear

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit gives us the wisdom and the adaptability to see our situations more from God’s evaluative perspective. Paul wrote, "I know how to enjoy plenty and live in abundance. I have learned in any and all circumstances the secret of facing every si

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Realize That Things Are Not as Bad as They Seem or as Successful as They Might Appear (Phil. 4:8-13) Illustration:Faith understands that God intervenes in the natural course of events; on the other hand, if the natural course of events should happen to answer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Think I Might Need God In My Life: What Should I Do?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

So maybe some wonder: "I see your Christian life, the proofs of God's existence, and I've realized that there's something to all that. And I want to take the next step. What do I do?"

"I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me." -Proverb 8:17 So maybe some wonder: "I see your Christian life, the proofs of God's existence, and I've realized that there's something to all that. And I want to take the next step. What do I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Proverbs 8:17, Lamentations 3:25, Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Salvation Army