Sermons on Obeying:

Truth, Obedience, And Other Antique Virtues

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

The unpopular notion of absolute truth, and how obedience leads us to truth

TRUTH, OBEDIENCE, AND OTHER ANTIQUE VIRTUES 1 John 2:3-6 March 5, 1995 INTRO: A few weeks ago, during our Friday night devotional, I asked my teens how many of them had seen "Schindler’s List", Steven Spielberg’s recent movie about the Holocaust. I asked them: was the Holocaust right or was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Family Of Harmony: Husbands, Wives, And Children

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

The Bible never calls on husbands to make their wives submit. Wives, this is something you voluntarily do – this isn’t forced on you by your husband.

Keep your Bibles open to Colossians 3 with me. If you are a guest, please visit our QR Code or the communication card – we would love for you to let us know about your spiritual needs. You can also chat with a pastor if you are worshipping with us online. The hope of America is vibrant churches ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Know His Voice

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 27, 2017

The flock knows the voice of their shepherd, they hear him and follow him.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: KNOW HIS VOICE John 10:4-5King James Version (KJV) 4 And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice. 5 And a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him: for they know not ...read more

Scripture: John 10:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Express Love

Contributed by Jeffry Abitan on Mar 7, 2020

Today I will preach about the other side of the coin, our love towards God. Christianity is a religion of action, religion of compassion, love, and mercy. FAITH WITHOUT ACTION IS A DEAD FAITH.

How are we going to express our love for God? 1. Express your love to God by obeying If you love God to obey his commandments! John 14:23-24 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24 Anyone who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30, 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Altogether And All Together

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 4, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 35: 1 – 19

Jeremiah 35: 1 – 19 Altogether and All Together 1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD in the days of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah, king of Judah, saying, 2 “Go to the house of the Rechabites, speak to them, and bring them into the house of the LORD, into one of the chambers, and give them ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 25:19

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Practical Faith - Receiving God’s Promises Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 16, 2020

Todays sermon looks that our faith in what is needed to receive the promises of God. It looks the four aspects of our obedience to God's word, and how these are the key to great faith and receiving God's promises.

Practical Faith “Receiving God’s Promises” Who in the Bible had the greatest faith? Was I Noah who built the Ark? Was it Abraham, the father of the Jewish race? Or was it one of the prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, or Elijah? Each of these and many others whose stories are found in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:8-13, Deuteronomy 5:33

Denomination: Foursquare

Receiving God’s Promises Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 16, 2016

This sermon is a part of "A Faith that Works" sermon series and deals with how we can receive God's promise through faith that mainly revolves around our obedience.

A Faith That Works “Receiving God’s Promises” Who in the Bible had the greatest faith? Was I Noah who built the Ark? Was it Abraham, the father of the Jewish race? Was it the prophet Isaiah, Jeremiah, or Elijah? Each of these and many more whose stories are found in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:33

Denomination: Foursquare

Take This Job And Love It! Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

The Bible talks about our jobs. Whether we are the low man on the totem pole, or king of the hill, we are on the job with God and need His help.

Take this Job and Love It! Ephesians 6:5-9 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ. 6 Obey them not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but like slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building The Church - Serving The Lord

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 26, 2008

A message of exhortation when it comes to working in the church FOR the Lord.

Building the Church and Serving the Lord Joshua 1:7-9 Introduction Go to the book of Joshua. This morning, we are going to examine some words of encouragement from the Joshua, which was given to him directly from the Lord. I want you to see how it applies to your life in all facets, especially ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Holds The Future? Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

What could God do with your life?

Who Holds the Future Aug 17, 2008 Zech 6 Intro: Would you think with me a moment about your life. Whatever place you are at, whatever your joys or frustrations, your struggles or victories, your dreams and your disappointments. Think about it for a moment, wrap your head around it, imagine how ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Imperishable Word Of God Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 2, 2009

In our text, let’s consider what the imperishable Word of God produces in people: 1- Purification 2- Love 3- Eternity

INTRO.- Many good things don’t last long, do they? A delicious meal. A good pair of shoes. A favorite pair of jeans. A favorite car or truck. They all eventually wear out unless we get rid of them before that time. And how about the human body? Whew! Man, does it ever perish or fade with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25, 1 Peter 1:13-21, 1 Peter 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Imperishable Word Of God Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 16, 2015

In our text, let's consider what the imperishable Word of God produces in people: 1- Purification 2- Love 3- Eternity

INTRO.- Many good things don't last long, do they? A good pair of shoes. A favorite pair of jeans. A favorite car or truck. Many things wear out unless we get rid of them before that time. We hate to part with some things. And how about the human body? Whew! Man, does it ever perish or fade ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unlocking God's Heart: The Power Of Obedience SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Brethren, what do you think is the key to God's heart? Is it humility, perseverance, or faith?

Today, we will explore the key to God's heart. Is it humility, perseverance, or faith? While these qualities are important, the Bible reveals that obedience is the true key to God's heart. Let us delve into John 14:23-24 to understand this concept. Jesus states, "If you love me, keep my commands." ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-24

Topics: Faith, Obedience

The Lord Takes Us To Obedience School Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 20, 2003

There are different ways to "encourage" obedience. As we study Christ’s Active and Passive Obedience, God teaches us obedience to the Law through the Gospel.

The Second Sunday of Easter I John 5:6a The philosophy for dog obedience training has changed quite a bit in the last few decades. It used to be that many dog obedience schools operated by teaching the dog, “you better obey me, because I’m your master. And if you don’t obey me, bad things will ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Foundation Of Following Jesus, Part 3 - Applying God's Word Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011

Part 3 of this series - this message focusing on our need to be "doers" of the Word, and not just intakers.

The Foundation of Following Jesus Part 3 – Applying God’s Word James 1:22-25 January 23, 2011 Audio of this sermon can be heard at www.aberdeenwesleyan.org. Introduction This is the third part of a four-part series on the foundation of following Jesus, which is the Bible – the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Wesleyan