Sermons on Obedience To Authority:

Whom Shall We Obey? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 30, 2010

God equips and enables his children to obey his word.

Scripture Introduction Can you hear the jazz man blowing his trumpet? The commentary from National Public Radio? What about the sweet refrains of the gospel music calling folks to praise? Or the neighbor talking to a friend in Illinois? Do you hear the many voices? You would if you had a radio or ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

One God, One Name, One Day Series

Contributed by Lori Broschat on Feb 10, 2012

First of a two-part series on the Ten Commandments and how they relate to our lives

ONE GOD, ONE NAME, ONE DAY A young woman brought her fiancé to visit her parents. After a nice dinner, the father invited the fiancé to the library for a talk. "So what are your plans?" he asked the young man. "I am a seminary student," he replied. "A seminary student. Hmmm," said the father. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Place And Purpose Of The Bible Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 18, 2019

In this sermon, we explore questions like: how and when was the canon of the Bible put together, what is biblical authority, and how do we know that the Bible is the Word of God?

Introduction: A. The story is told of a collector of rare books who encountered a man and began to talk about books. 1. The man told the collector that he had just thrown away an old Bible that he found in a dusty, old box and he mentioned that “Guten-somebody-or-other” had printed the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:72, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep A Promise

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 21, 2019

A study in the book of Ezra 4: 1 – 24

Ezra 4: 1 – 24 Make promise, keep a promise 4 Now when the adversaries of Judah and Benjamin heard that the descendants of the captivity were building the temple of the LORD God of Israel, 2 they came to Zerubbabel and the heads of the fathers’ houses, and said to them, “Let us build with you, ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 4:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Go! And Live As A Godly Citizen Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 4, 2025

The Apostle Paul, in Romans 13, gives us a clear command regarding our relationship with governing authorities. But what does it mean to submit? How do we balance obedience to rulers with our higher allegiance to God?

Go! And Live as a Godly Citizen Introduction We live in a world filled with governments, laws, and authorities. As followers of Jesus, we are called to honour God in every aspect of our lives, including how we interact with earthly governments. The Apostle Paul, in Romans 13, gives us a clear ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, Daniel 2:21, John 19:11, Exodus 1:17, Acts 5:29, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Philippians 3:20, Philippians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transform Your Workplace Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 6, 2012

Understanding that stress and incivility on the job lead to poorer health, and knowing that both are on the rise, how do we transform our workplaces?

“Building Quality Relationships: With Workers - Transform Your Workplace” Eph. 6:5-9 Your job might be killing you—literally. More specifically, strained relationships with co-workers could be negatively impacting your health and longevity. That's the conclusion of a 20-year ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Turned It Around Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 6, 2025

When all seemed lost, God reversed the decree—turning fear into faith, sorrow into joy, and defeat into glorious victory.

Introduction - Children’s Prayers A mother was teaching her three-year-old the Lord’s Prayer. Night after night they practiced, and one evening the little girl said, “Mommy, I can do it myself.” So she folded her tiny hands and prayed, “Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us some ...read more

Scripture: Esther 6:1, Esther 8:8, Romans 8:2, Colossians 2:15, Revelation 12:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jesus Begins His Ministry

Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 18, 2013

The focus of the Holy Spirit is a ministry that accents the Jesus-factor in our daily life.

Ministry is a very common topic among us who are Christians. We talk about it and believe that we are doing ministry for the Lord. Yet, very few people understand the dynamics involved in spiritual ministry. It is not like doing a job out in the world, although we have somehow made it like that. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

To Obey Is Better

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 23, 2007

Sermon on Obedience. Explains what it means to be obedient

TO OBEY IS BETTER 1 Samuel 15:22-23 A. Sir Leonard Wood once visited the King of France and the King was so pleased with him he was invited for dinner the next day. Sir Leonard went to the palace and the King meeting him in one of the halls, said, “Why, Sir Leonard, I did not expect to see you. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Touching Heaven - Conquering The Giants

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 8, 2008

Principles to overcome various limitations in life

TOUCHING HEAVEN – CONQUERING THE GIANTS Bishop Dr. David Ibeleme Touching Heaven - Making contact with heaven - Receiving heavenly impartation - Touching God’s heart Why must we touch heaven? • We are heavenly citizens – Eph.1:3-6; 2:6 – however, we are ambassadors on the earth. • Our father ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ Who Accepted Every Human Weakness

Contributed by William Baeta on Dec 1, 2000

Obedience

Theme: Christ who accepted every human weakness Text: Isaiah50:5-9; James 2:14-18; Mk. 8:27-35 God’s Word has priority over everything else but many Christians are not prepared to accept this. This is the main reason why many Christians feel frustrated and inadequate even though they read the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-35, Isaiah 50:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Submission - The Who, What And Where Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Oct 4, 2010

Submission is not a popular word in today’s society, yet it is a biblical concept. This sermon explains what biblical submission is and then applies it to how wives are to submit to their husbands.

Ephesians 5:21-24 Wives submit to your husbands Well we have finally arrived at that famous or infamous - passage: Wives submit to your own husbands. Why is this passage so famous or infamous? Why is this passage controversial? Why is the whole idea of wives submitting to husbands is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Behold Your King

Contributed by Douglas Mcdaris on Feb 23, 2012

I want to consider the aspect of the kingship, the sovereignty of Jesus Christ, as revealed in the few hours at the close of His life on earth.

Behold Your King John 19:5 & 14 John 19:5   Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man! John 19:14   And it was the preparation of the passover, and about the sixth hour: and he saith unto the Jews, Behold your King! I ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Your Blessed Place Pt.1 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 9, 2008

I have seen so many Christians walk away from their God given place of blessing, that I have felt a deep sense of grief in my spirit. It should not and does not have to be this way.

I have seen so many Christians walk away from their God given place of blessing, that I have felt a deep sense of grief in my spirit. I know it must grieve the Lord. It should not and does not have to be this way. I believe that the Lord has ordained us to walk in blessings, yet I don’t see this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Submission Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022

Father's Day Message- Pastor John explains how biblical submission to authority is both protective and necessary to live productive lives filled with Christ's power.

Father’s Day 2022 Ephesians Series CCCAG, Father’s Day 2022 Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-6:4 Early in my military career I had a guy in my unit named Ross. Ross was always in trouble with the NCO’s and other leadership in the unit. He would always question orders, be disrespectful, and try to dodge ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God