Sermons on Obey Him:

Christmas And Kingdom

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 3, 2006

1. This kind of King elicits fear in us. 2. This kind of King inspires hope in us. 3. This kind of King makes us heirs with him.

Very often, at Christmas, we hear stories retold, like Mark Twain’s "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court", where King Arthur dresses in peasant’s garb and visits the subjects of his kingdom. The king lays aside his royal robes and privileges in order to identify with life outside the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:7

Denomination: Methodist

How Can I "Love My Enemy" When I Can't Stand To Be In The Same Room As Him? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 21, 2010

A look at the difficult command to love our enemies.

What “Love Your Enemy” Is. . . And Isn’t: - Matthew 5:44. a. It is not excusing their actions, - Often those who are our enemies have done things to us that have hurt us. Many people misunderstand Jesus’ command to forgive as a call to excuse their actions. - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

Message 14 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5:19 – Do Not Quench The Holy Spirit; Do Not Grieve Him Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 5, 2023

This important message is a fundamental teaching about the Holy Spirit. We will examine the work of the Spirit in a believer’s life, and look at ways we can quench the work of the Spirit within. We look at a number of ways we can grieve the Spirit God gave us.

MESSAGE 14 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:19 – DO NOT QUENCH THE HOLY SPIRIT; DO NOT GRIEVE HIM This message is an extension of the previous one. We are now going to consider the quenching of the Spirit in fuller detail. {{1Thessalonians 5:19 “Do not quench the Spirit.”}} (NASB) Here is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19, John 4:23-24, John 6:63, John 7:38-39, John 14:16-17, John 14:26, John 15:26, John 16:13-14, Romans 8:5-6, Romans 8:9, Romans 8:14, Romans 8:15-17, Romans 8:26, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Ephesians 4:30, Ephesians 1:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Soon, Jesus Will Burst Through The Sky Just As He Burst Through The Tomb, Nothing Will Hold Him Back. Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 25, 2018

The same enemy who tried to keep Jesus in the grave tempts us to doubt. Doubt that the Bible is accurate. Doubt that such a miracle could happen. Yet we have the opportunity to be the people Jesus talked about when He said, “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” (John 20:29).*

Heaven held its breath. The angels waited in anticipation while most of the earth slept—unaware of what was about to take place. Some humans who were awake spent the night weeping. Others tossed and turned, their minds filled with questions and doubts. Some sat and stared, while a few hid all night ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Art Of Listening

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Feb 22, 2012

Former President Bill Clinton once said, "Being president is like running a cemetery; you've got a lot of people uner you...and nobody's listening." I think that God often feels like no one listens to Him.

“The Art of Listening” Luke 9:28-45 Former President Bill Clinton once said, “Being President is like running a cemetery: you’ve got a lot of people under you . . . and nobody’s listening.” I have a hunch that it’s not only presidents who feel this way. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Just Get Out Of The Way Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2012

We need to learn to follow God and not expect Him to follow us.

Just Get Out of the Way Text: Gen. 16:1-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Some of us are like the preacher who was on a diet and prayed as he drove to work- "Now, Lord if it is your Will for me not to have any donuts this morning You make sure there are no parking places in front of the donut shop." ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Power And Pride Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 16, 2021

God judges pride and power, and he humbles those who believe they are above him.

Power and Pride Jeffery Anselmi / General Exodus / Pride; Hardness of Heart / Exodus 4:28–31; Exodus 5:1–8; Exodus 7:1–13 God judges pride and power, and he humbles those who believe they are above him. INTRODUCTION • Today we continue with our series in Exodus; we will see that Moses, despite ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:28-31, Exodus 5:1-8, Exodus 7:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Lord That Healed Thee

Contributed by James Ledbetter on Feb 14, 2015

Some think they are blessed but disobey the Word. Some don't believe that God heals those that obey. God does not bless disobedience.

The Lord That Healeth Thee And he cried unto the LORD; and the LORD shewed him a tree, which when he had cast into the waters, the waters were made sweet: there he made for them a statute and an ordinance, and there he proved them, And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:25-27

Denomination: Apostolic

If You Love Me Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the challenge of obeying Jesus' commands of love, forgiveness, and mercy, and the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers to live out these commands.

I think we can all admit here today that obedience is difficult. It’s difficult to learn, difficult to teach, and it’s a difficult process to watch play out in the lives of others around us. It’s not something we’re good at, hard wired for, or frankly… enjoy. Once upon a time, there was a young ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Topics: Obedience, Holy Spirit, Sacrificial Love

Do Not Say, "I Am A Youth!”

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 15, 2022

This message looks at a teenager who was called by God. Jeremiah was like any other youth; no different than teenagers today. But the Lord was able to use him in an amazing way! God wants even those who are young to serve Him.

I would like to begin our message with a short account concerning a great evangelist in recent church history. “Dwight L. Moody was once asked, ‘How many converts did you have last night?’ Moody answered, ‘Two and one half.’ The other person said, ‘Two adults and a child?’ ‘No,’ Moody replied. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Along Straight Paths Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 19, 2004

#2 in Proberbs & Parable Series Proverbs 3&4, God gives direction and protection if we acknowledge him.

Proverbs Series #2 CHCC: 01-18-04 Along Straight Paths Proverbs 3-4 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 4:5-11 INTRODUCTION: I grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona. The city was carefully planned from it’s founding. Because of that the streets are all laid out in a grid. It’s easy to find your way ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go Deeper PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to trust and obey Jesus' call to go deeper in their faith, surrendering their own control and allowing God's transformative work in their lives.

Good morning, Church family! Our message today is going to dive deep – literally and figuratively. We’re going to take a look at Luke 5:1-14 where Jesus calls His first disciples and challenges them to go deeper in their faith. It’s a powerful story of obedience, trust, and transformation that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-14

Topics: Spiritual Growth

How, And Why, Do We Abide In Jesus? (John 15:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 28, 2022

Abiding in Christ is not about spiritual disciplines. It's about obeying Jesus, above all else by loving his church.

Today, we have the privilege of working through John 15:1-17. Some of you will be familiar with these verses. And if that's you, as we start reading, you will maybe find yourself thinking that you already understand this passage. You won't expect to learn anything, or be challenged. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Discover The Real Worth Of Your Work

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Sep 1, 2006

We express our worth through our work by working hard, obeying with the right motives, remembering the rewards and knowing the real Master.

Unless we see the worth of our work, we will never find fulfillment in doing it. Unless we see why we are doing what we are doing, we will never be happy with our jobs. Let me clarify that our worth as persons is not dependent on our work. Even if our work vanishes, our worth does not vanish with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023

To encourage believers to obey God's call, live by faith, and trust in His plan, even when the path is unclear, just as Abraham did.

Opening Scripture Reading – Good morning, church family! We're going to dig into the Word together today, and we're focusing on Hebrews 11:8. That's where we find this nugget of truth: "By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8

Topics: Abraham, Life Sentence