Sermons on Obedience:

Abraham - Happy Feet Series

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 1, 2008

Our journey in life was planned, prepared, provided by the Lord but it is prompted by our complete obedience to Him.

TOPIC: ABRAHAM – HAPPY FEET Text: Genesis 12:1-9 Introduction: (ILL. Finish It – The life of a Christian can be described in one of four ways: as a journey, as a battle, as a pilgrimage, and as a race. Select your own metaphor, but the necessity to finish is always the same. For if life is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Survivors Don't Have To Survive Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon on how to stop just "surviving" and start really "living" through obedience and risky faith

INTRO * Cars going by 100 miles an hour looking straight ahead * Versus being in the car looking into the person's eyes * 2 people seeing things different ƒ{ Saul was discouraged -- outnumbered o Trying not to lose ƒ{ Jonathan -- not needing to survive o He's not the king o Not going to be ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Jesus Style

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jan 15, 2011

A challenge to follow Jesus example of how to live in constant commincation with the Father, and to live a life of obedience.

Pastor Glenn Newton New Hope Church of the Nazarene Text: John 5:16-30 JN 5:16 So, because Jesus was doing these things on the Sabbath, the Jews persecuted him. 17 Jesus said to them, "My Father is always at his work to this very day, and I, too, am working." 18 For this reason the Jews tried ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-30

Denomination: Nazarene

What Matters Most Sermon I: Uppermost In In The Minds Of Most Christians Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

Meaning in life is found by mature Christians not in possessions or pleasure but in obedience to God's Will.

UPPERMOST IN THE MINDS OF MOST MATURE CHRISTIANS IS “WHAT MATTERS MOST” Mother Teresa was born in 1910 in Macedonia. At a young age, she felt called to be a nun and help the poor. At the age of 18, she was trained for missionary service in India. At first she ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14

18. Covenant Failure Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 3, 2018

The success of the Mosaic Covenant was conditional on the obedience of the Israelites (Chart can be viewed at www.ingodsimage.site)

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 18 – COVENANT FAILURE] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:3-8, Exodus 6:6-8, Hebrews 8:6-9, Exodus 31:16-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Marching Orders

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 4, 2020

A sermon on the Great Commission to challenge believers to be obedient to the "marching orders" Jesus gave.

“MARCHING ORDERS” Matt. 28:16-20 FBCF – 5/3/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – What does it mean to get your marching orders? It means that you’ve gotten some instructions from someone who is in authority over you, & those instructions tell you that it’s time to move out, to go to work, that there’s a job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Failing Forward Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 6, 2020

All spiritual advances begin with turning away from what’s hindering our obedience.

Jonah – Chapter 2 Failing Forward February 9, 2020 Jonah 2:1-6 NIV From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the Lord his God. 2 He said: “In my distress I called to the Lord, and he answered me. From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help, and you listened to my cry. 3 You hurled me into the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-6, Jonah 2:8-9, Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Testing Of Abraham

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2015

The testing of our faith brings perseverance and allows us to know where we are at on the obedience scale.

The Testing of Abraham Genesis chapter 22:1-22:18 Introduction- Turn to Genesis chapter 22:1-22:18 This morning I want you to see the testing of Abraham by God. That’s right, you heard me right, God was testing Abraham. The Bible teaches us that God does not tempt us to do evil, that is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus The Author Of Eternal Salvation.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 12, 2022

Through His obedience He is made the author of eternal life to all who obey Him.

JESUS THE AUTHOR OF ETERNAL SALVATION. Hebrews 5:7-9. Jesus’ offering is described here as “prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears” (Hebrews 5:7). At Gethsemane Jesus cried ‘Take this cup from me’ – but also ‘not my will but yours be done’ (Matthew 26:39). At Calvary Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Priest For Hire (Judges 17)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 18, 2025

Are pastors for hire for money or obedient to God first? Let's begin in Judges 17.

Do we get our standards of right and wrong from God or the world? Do we ignore the strong correction Jesus gave religious leaders? In whose name only can we be saved? Let’s begin in Judges 17. Did a man named Micah (not the prophet) steal silver from his mother, return it, and did she use it to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of Mary – The Virgin Mother Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Mary’s life teaches us the importance of faith, humility, obedience, endurance, and devotion to God.

CHARACTER STUDY OF MARY – THE VIRGIN MOTHER OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:26-38 "And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name Jesus." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:6-19, John 2:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Found In The Field Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 23, 2025

God’s providence is often seen through the faithful obedience of His people in ordinary circumstances.

FOUND IN THE FIELD OF GRACE Text: Ruth 2:1-7 Introduction 1. Even in our most ordinary moments, God is weaving together His plan. 2. God’s providence is often seen through the faithful obedience of His people in ordinary circumstances. 3. How do we see God at work when nothing miraculous seems to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 20, 2025

Spiritual maturity is the process of growing in Christlikeness, developing discernment, and living in obedience to God’s Word.

SPIRITUAL MATURITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 5:13-14 Key Verse: “For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Shout That Breaks The Walls Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025

The shout that breaks walls is not a carnal reaction but a spiritual action, birthed in obedience, expectation, and divine alignment.

THE SHOUT THAT BREAKS THE WALLS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 6:1-20 Supporting Texts: Psalm 47:1, Isaiah 42:13, 2 Chronicles 20:21–22, Acts 16:25–26, Psalm 149:6–9 INTRODUCTION: There are times in life when we face walls—obstacles that seem immovable, hindrances that stand between ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangerous Spirit Of Pride And Rebellion Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 29, 2024

We'll examine the consequences of this spirit and how to overcome it through humility and obedience to God.

we're going to explore the dangers of the spirit of pride and rebellion, and how it can lead us down a path of destruction, just like Lucifer. We'll examine the consequences of this spirit and how to overcome it through humility and obedience to God. I. The Spirit of Pride and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-15, James 4:6-7, Proverbs 29:23