Sermons on Not Promised:

The First Promise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 20, 2014

What would you say to a man who was afraid of dying? A man who knew his death was just months away but couldn't handle that truth? Would you be able to turn his fear into hope?

OPEN: I recently listened to a man named Chris tell of visiting his relatives in Kokomo, Indiana. One night his family took him out to and treated him to a special meal at the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. Sometime during the evening, Chris got up and went into the bathroom, and while he was there ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Precious Promises Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 5, 2014

Here we are challenged to take full advantage of the divine power & promises of God. Peter then gives us the specific steps to follow so that we may be victorious through Jesus Christ.

2 PETER 1: 3-8 [Our Precious Faith Series] PRECIOUS PROMISES Peter begins his teaching by reminding them and us of the basics of authentic Christianity. If we continue to live by the divine power which God has given to us, and if we continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Remains

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 15, 2013

To show that we need to apply GOD's WORDS in our lives everday or every moment we have opportunity.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you apply GOD's Words in your life? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to apply GOD's WORDS in our lives everday or every moment we have opportunity. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 4:6 (Amplified Bible) 4:6 Seeing then that the promise remains over ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Promise Of The Father Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 6, 2015

The Holy Spirit is the catalyst by which the church accomplishes its mission.

The Promise Of The Father Text: Acts 1:1-11;2:1-4 Introduction 1. Although this week in the A.D. series you will watch the arrival of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the Holy Spirit has always been working. 2. From the beginning, Scripture says, "The Spirit of God was hovering over the waters" ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Standing On The Promises

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jun 13, 2015

God assures Abram and Us that we can stand on his promises. We can do this by Remembering what He did for us, Relying on his promises, Resting in His deliverance and Remembering that God is in control.

Standing On The Promises Genesis 15:7-16 (NLT) ( for an audio and visual of this sermon go to www.thecreekmonroe.com) Intro: A small boy riding a bus home from Sunday school was very proud of the card he had received, which had a picture and a caption that read: “Have Faith in God.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Made Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 20, 2014

This passage focuses our attention on God restoration of His covenant between himself and His people. This becomes a call for us to restore our relationship with the Lord and allow Him to purify our relationships with one another.

Covenant Connections: A Covenant of Love ~ Promises Made Scripture Text: Hosea 2.14-20 INTRODUCTION Is your family-life as chaotic as ours is? Sometimes it’s as though we’re going 10 different directions! I’m sure that yours is no-different. Juggling work and school and ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:14-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Renewed Promise Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 10, 2014

God goes into more detail with His promises to Abram and Abram's faith grows.

I. The Promises. Gen 15:1 After these things the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: "Fear not, Abram, I am your shield; your reward shall be very great." • God renews His promise. Abram renews his practice of worshiping and meeting with God. • God said, “Did you see how ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Resurrection Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 26, 2011

Because Jesus rose from the dead, we have the hope of eternal life.

The Promise of Resurrection April 24, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Because Jesus rose from the dead, we have the hope of eternal life. Focus Passage: John 20:1-16 Supplemental Passage: Every word of God is tested; He is a shield to those ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Immanuel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 25, 2015

In a time for fear, trust in the Lord and hope in His promise.

A woman in Arkansas was sitting in her car in a parking several years ago when she heard a loud bang and then felt a sharp pain in the back of her head. She was holding her hands behind her head when someone walked by and asked, “Are you OK?” The woman answered, “I've been shot ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Promise Of Immanuel

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Dec 2, 2015

God gives a great promise of the Messiah to a wicked king of Judah. Within the promise to protect Judah is a prophecy that says; "Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel.

Introduction This year as I read through the bible, I color coded each passage that described the kings of Israel and Judah. Red for “bad” kings and blue for “good” kings. May I say that there were many more passages highlighted in red than blue? Did you know that after the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Comforting Promise Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Since Christ is the sovereign Redeemer; you must find comfort through Him.

A Comforting Promise Isaiah 40:1-31 PROPOSITION: Since Christ is the sovereign Redeemer; you must find comfort through Him. I. Embrace the promised salvation through Christ. v. 1-11 A. God wants to pardon your sin (1-2). 1. There is an end to the disciplines of God. 2. There is comfort ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Fulfilling A Promise Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2017

Simeon and Anna see the Messiah—a fulfillment of God’s promise to them. They are now able to depart in peace.

Luke 2:21-38. "Fulfillment of a Promise" INTRODUCTION During the Advent and Christmas Seasons, we have had many messengers and models to encourage and direct us on our walk of faith. The prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel spoke to us in the Hebrew Scriptures. We have also heard from two angels, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Lutheran

The Promise Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 5, 2017

The Holy Spirit is given to all who love Jesus Christ, to empower us for his work, to teach us all things, and to give us a real and lasting peace in the knowledge that Jesus has overcome the world.

It seems to me that there are 2 issues that Christians face today that Jesus addresses here in this passage. The first is the question as to how we’re rating as a Christian. That is are we good enough for God to be happy with us? Are we good enough that God would listen to our prayers? How ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Denomination: Anglican

The Reaffirmation Of The Promise

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 18, 2017

Luke’s Gospel describes only the beginning of Jesus’ work; Acts describes its continuation; and the work of Jesus continues to our present day. We must remember that Acts does not give us a full history of the church during this period.

April 23, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: The Reaffirmation of the Promise Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1.1-5 Acts 1.1-5 (KJV) 1 The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 Until the day in which he was taken up, after that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Of Jesus

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 2, 2017

In John 14:1-14 Jesus shares with us three promises - 1. Promise of Abiding Peace 2. Promise of an Everlasting Home 3. Promise of ever expanding power through Prayer

Scripture: John 14:1-14; Acts 7:54-60 and Psalm 31:1-5 Theme: Jesus' Promises Promise #1 - An Abiding Peace #2 - An Everlasting Home #3 - Ever Expanding Power through Prayer INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from Jesus Christ who came to take away the sin of the world! ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Nazarene