Sermons on Ordered Life:

Understand That Life Is Not Fair Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 26, 2015

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "God Is Here" . Life is not fair; but God is faithful.

Series: God Is Here [#3] UNDERSTAND THAT LIFE IS NOT FAIR Esther 3:1-15 Introduction: When in an argument with a non-Christian, the question of fairness will always come up. You know, “If God is in control, then why would He allow innocent children to die”. Or, “If God is in ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Releasing The Anointing Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019

In order for the anointing of God to move powerfully through a Christian’s life, and upon every life they touch, it must be released.

Before the anointing was released at the start of Jesus ministry, He was baptized. “When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heaven was opened.” (Luke 3:21 NIV) Baptism symbolizes death. The spices that made up the Anointing Oil ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30-31, Matthew 6:12-15, 1 Corinthians 11:27, Isaiah 58:6-12, 2 Corinthians 4:4-6, Acts 5:15-16, James 4:5, John 6:63, 2 Timothy 2:21, Mark 1:4, Philippians 2:6-8, Luke 3:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life's Areas Of Temptation

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013

This sermons says that Christians should be aware of the different areas of life that the devil would tempt us and know how to deal with them.

LIFE’S AREAS OF TEMPTATION Matthew 4:1–11 ILLUSTRATIONS People in other nations who print signs in English often make interesting, and sometimes humorous mistakes. A sign in a Paris hotel read, "Please leave your values at the front desk." Many a traveler far from home and its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Price Of A Powerful Life

Contributed by W F on Feb 18, 2006

If I want to lead a life of influence then I must pay the price of a powerful life.

“The Price of a Powerful Life” Luke 14:25-27. There is a price to be paid if you want to lead a powerful life. Jesus put it like this ... ... any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:33) Friends, if you want to lead other people to greatness you must pay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: *other

Inheriting Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 22, 2016

Jesus answers the question - How can we inherit eternal life? 1. By having the right Vertical Relationship - Loving God with ALL YOUR HEART, SOUL AND MIGHT. 2. Having the right Horizontal Relationship - LOVING YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF

Scripture: Luke 10: 25-37; Psalm 82 and Amos 7:7-17 (Proper 10) Title: Inheriting Eternal Life Proposition: In this passage Jesus answers the question - How can we inherit eternal life. 1. By having the right Vertical Relationship - Loving God with all your heart, mind and strength 2. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Nazarene

Balance Is The Key To Life

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Dec 1, 2006

As Christians, we must balance the Word of God with the promptings of the Holy Spirit. When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, just do it!

Introduction · As Christians, we must balance the Word of God with the promptings of the Holy Spirit. · When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, just do it! · In order to walk in the fullness of what God has for us, having a pure heart is very important. But just as important is balancing the Word and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life After Graduation Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 7, 2012

Let me share some goals for life after graduation. 1- Seek the Lord 2- Continue your education 3- Concentrate on people 4- Go to work

INTRO.- ILL.- Physics Teacher: "Isaac Newton was sitting under a tree when an apple fell on his head and he discovered gravity. Isn’t that wonderful?" Student: "Yes sir, if he had been sitting in class looking at books like us, he wouldn’t have discovered anything." Do we really learn anything ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12-15, 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Essentials 3 Series

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Mar 13, 2007

God has given us specific tools for our service to Him; are four important ones

The next step in the “Life Essentials” series is Progress. We have spoken about the first two life essentials as being Peace and Position. Today we will discuss the necessity of spiritual growth for us as Christians and the vital necessity of maturing in our faith. As we go through life, we achieve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Faith

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 1, 2015

When we choose to trust God enough to walk by faith rather than by sight, we exercise our faith and its capacity grows. Our spiritual lives are strengthened and we can live life to its fullest.

All of us want to be remembered after we die, but I'm sure most of us would not like to be remembered like these people, who had these supposed real epitaphs on their tombstones: 1. Here lies Johnny Yeast. Pardon me for not rising. 2. Here lies Butch. We planted him raw. He was quick on the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Spirit Filled Life Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 2, 2014

The Spirit filled life is not simply about spouting Spiritual garbage. It is about allowing the Holy Spirit to control every area of your life. Come and see how that works out practically

Info: Moody was to have a campaign in England. An elderly pastor protested, "Why do we need this 'Mr. Moody'? He's uneducated, inexperienced, etc. Who does he think he is anyway? Does he think he has a monopoly on the Holy Spirit?" A younger, wiser pastor rose and responded, "No, but the Holy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Tribulations Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on May 23, 2023

Lifts, or elevators as they are often referred to, are defined as a platform or compartment housed in a specifically designed shaft for raising and lowering people or things to different levels.

Andy Rooney, an American television writer once remarked: “Almost all of us have an elevator or two in our lives somewhere. We wait for them, we ride on them. We're annoyed by the wait, but pleased with the lift.” Ezekiel 3:12 reminds us: “Then the Spirit lifted me up, and I heard behind me the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:21, Romans 12:12, Revelation 3:10, Colossians 3:15

"lazarus Lives"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 13, 2019

If Jesus can raise Lazarus to new life, can He not do the same for us?

“Lazarus Lives” John 11:1-3, 17-44 Most all of us want to live lives that matter. We want to be significant in some way, to make a difference, to have a legacy, to be happy. Yet overshadowing all these hopes and dreams is the dark cloud of death, and along with it may come a feeling of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: United Methodist

Facing Uncertainties In Life

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Sep 4, 2025

We all face various uncertainties in life. Joshua is a good example for us in handling uncertainties.

We all face challenges in life. There are times even uncertainties that perplexes us. Sometime we just become so lost thinking what lays ahead of us in life. The Joshua generation was not spared of such kind of experiences. In fact, their experiences were mind blowing and not something that we can ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-7, Joshua 5:13-15

The Gospel Shaped Life! Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 17, 2009

The life we’re called to live is to be informed and motivated by the gospel.

Please turn in your Bibles to Colossians 2:4-8 The apostle Paul, having preached Christ in you, the hope of glory, now begins to explain how that truth is to shape the life of every believer. There is a path we are to walk in the presence of Christ and in the power of Christ. Let’s read verses ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-8

Denomination: *other

God's Will For My Life Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 12, 2006

Knowing God’s will for you life will change it!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • One of the questions I hear a lot from people concerns the issue of God’s will for their lives. • People want to know what God wants from them. I believe that many Christians would really like to know what God’s will for them is. • The question we have to ask ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ