Sermons on Obeyed:

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 18, 2023

Wow. Has our society today lost hold on absolute truth or what? I shudder to think how blurred the line between right and wrong, good and evil, righteous and unrighteous will be five years from now! This message attempts to bring some clarity to that all-important question; what is truth?

What Is Truth? You and I live in a world that has almost totally rejected the existence of absolute truth. The current pervading mindset today seems to be that everyone has their own truth, and that everyone else must affirm them in whatever truth they claim to have—despite how ridiculous it may ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-40, John 8:31-32, John 14:6, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12, 1 Corinthians 13:6, James 1:19-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Chew On This (Word Of God)

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 22, 2023

In Nehemiah 8 we see 3 positive responses to God's Word (Material adapted from Warren Wiersbe's book on Nehemiah called "Be Determined")

HoHum: Dwight Moody was preaching one time in a Southern city about the value of the Word of God in a person’s life. Suddenly he was interrupted by a loud voice that said, “Mr. Moody, I do not believe a single word of that collection of old wives’ tales you call the Bible!” Mr. Moody answered, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:48, Romans 3:10-12, Psalm 119:111, Psalm 119:162, 1 John 5:3, Romans 1:5, 1 Peter 2:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Is Your Walk? Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jan 14, 2024

This passage tells us that every person ought to walk like Jesus. He is to be the standard for which we are to all reach. Just as Jesus was the manifestation of God to the world. We are to be the manifestation of Jesus to this world.

1 John 2:3-6 NKJV “How is your walk?” January 14, 2024 A little over a decade ago George Barna wrote a book about trends of Christians in America called “Futurecast,” where he tracks annual changes starting in the 90’s for about 20 years and shows that all the major trend lines of religious ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Church’s Growth And Its Political Persecution Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 29, 2024

Even in the face of persecution and life's challenges, how different could we live if we chose to be faithful only to Christ? Even though the 1st century church faced incredible difficulties, God was still faithful to them, and we can learn from that right now!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 17 The Church’s growth and its political persecution Acts 11:19 – 12:18 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30, Acts 12:1-18, Matthew 4:19, 1 Peter 2:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding With Wisdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of trusting in God wholeheartedly, seeking His wisdom, and growing in understanding through obedience to His Word.

Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into the heart of trust, wisdom, and understanding, and how these elements play a significant role in our walk with God. We'll be studying Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5-8, and Psalm 119:105 - scriptures that inspire us to trust in the Lord with all our heart, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5-8, Psalm 119:105

Topics: God's Wisdom, Knowledge

Lessons In Surrender And Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the themes of surrender, obedience, and sacrifice through the story of Abraham and Isaac, encouraging us to fully submit to God's will in our own lives.

Good morning, family and friends! Today, we gather together to explore a story in the Book of Genesis, diving into the themes of the call to surrender, the test of obedience, and the power of sacrifice. As we embark on this journey, let us keep in mind the words of C.S. Lewis: "The more we let God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Topics: Trust, Obedience, Sacrifice

Joshua PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores Joshua's life, emphasizing the power of obedience, learning from mistakes, and the victory that comes from trusting God in all circumstances.

Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy to gather with you, whether in person or in spirit, as we turn our hearts and minds to the timeless truths of God's Word. Today, we are going to walk alongside a man of faith, a man of courage, a man of obedience. His name is Joshua. Joshua, a figure of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:13

Topics: Overcoming, Obstacles

I Am Created To Work Series

Contributed by David Lange on Sep 20, 2013

God created us with responsibilities. We are responsible to work and earn the bread that we eat.

I AM CREATED TO WORK We are told in the Scriptures that we cannot work to earn our salvation. Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV) 8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-- 9 not by works, so that no one can boast. We cannot do enough works to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Read 1 Thess. 5:1-11 B. Paul had just unfolded the truth of the Rapture - "A time when the Lord rises from His seat beside His Father’s Throne; Descends in the air; and shouts, ‘Come Up Hither,’ and all of Christians rise to meet in the air to be with the Lord forever to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

If We Live By Faith, The Lord Will Provide

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: It is a terrible thing to limit God.

Intro: It is a terrible thing to limit God. Israel had seen God part the Red Sea, after sending miraculous plagues on her enemies. Water flowed from a rock, and manna fell from Heaven. For 40 years there was no need for a rummage sale-for neither their clothes nor their shoes wore out! And, after ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:5-42

I Believe In God

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

This is the first message in a series on the Apostles' Creed. The theme is that what we believe affects our mind which is to renew us to a pattern of living which is not of this world but of God.

Introductory Considerations 1. What is it that you believe? If someone you work with or live near was to ask this, how would you respond. If I to ask you to come forward and share with church, what would you say. 2. One of hardest things is to explain what we believe as Christians. Somehow many ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Value Of A Reflection Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 9, 2002

The third of six on James, this sermon was delivered the Sunday before 9/11.

The Value of Your Reflection If a mirror reflects no image then it has no value - In fact, it’s not even a mirror! It’s just a window. If a person sees the truth about his own life reflected in God’s word but doesn’t remember that truth then he is like a person who looks into a mirror with no ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The 1st & 2nd Greatest Commandments"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

This sermon shows the priority that the Word of God gives to loving God, and loving others.

THE TWO GREATEST COMMANDMENTS Text: Matthew 22:34-40 "But when the Pharisees had heard that he had put the Sadducees to silence, they were gathered to- gether. Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question, tempting him, and saying, Master, which is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

God Loves You And Wants You To Love Him Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 26, 2004

God has initiated a loving relationship with you and wants you respond in love and obedience.

God Loves You and Wants You to Love Him Matt. 22:37, 38 INTRO.: Moses was a very special person in the sight of God, Who revealed Himself to Moses as to no one else. When the children of Israel sinned against God by worshiping a golden calf, God threatened to remove Himself from them and send ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prepare For Impact Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 8, 2006

Moving from being a tagalong Christian to one who makes an impact is a simple process to understand.

Prepare for Impact (I Peter 1:13-16) 1. Have you heard of the new scientific theory? "When a cat is dropped, it always lands on its feet, and when toast is dropped, it always lands buttered side down. Therefore, if a slice of toast is strapped to a cat’s back, buttered side up, and the animal is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible