Sermons on Pencil In Gods Hand:

Wrestling With God Series

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Aug 18, 2001

This sermon embraces the uncomfortable ideas of wrestling with God, God self-limitation in the struggle, and change that occurs.

Genesis 32:22-32 Our Bible story needs a little prefacing this evening. Its kind of like the original Star Wars Triliogy - we’re coming in to the story at Episode VI. In recent days we’ve been taking a look at some Old Testament characters, and tonight we turn our attention towards Jacob - the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Methodist

God's Valentine

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 9, 2009

God has sent us a Valentine—His Word! Then He sent us His Son who is love personified---a “living” valentine. I Corinthians 13 reminds us of the importance of being filled with God’s love.

God’s Valentine I Corinthians 13:1-3 VALENTINE’S DAY! NO ONE KNOWS FOR SURE WHERE OR HOW IT ORIGINATED, but we do know who is responsible for keeping it before the public’s eyes---the greeting card, candy, and floral companies. St. Valentine is the designation for several saints. The most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Experiencing God

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Oct 24, 2009

When Job had fully experienced God, he came to understand more about God, life, and himself.

Most preachers will tell you that the Book of Job can be tough to preach from. The story line itself isn’t exactly a feel-good experience, but you have to admit, it does make you think. Job discovered a new understanding of God’s purpose, and his suffering gave him a new perspective of himself as ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Dialogue With God

Contributed by Cynthia Hinson on Oct 19, 2002

A contemporary sermon in first person exploring the character of Moses as he hungers for the presence of God.

(This sermon is preached standing in the chancel, with the preacher’s back to the congregation during all but the closing of the message. It is an animated dialogue - almost a monologue - between the preacher [representing Moses] and God. A second person, by way of wireless mic and in an ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

God's Business

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 4, 2017

Easter Morning Sermon focusing on the resurrections in the Bible presenting the idea "God is in the business of resurrection."

GOD’S BUSINESS #NBCCEaster2017 THREAD: GOD IS IN THE BUSINESS OF RESURRECTION [CONGREGATION REPEATS] My purpose today is to convince you or to remind you that God is in the business of resurrection. He always has been and He always will be. Now in order to convince you of such a thing, there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Providence Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024

This sermon explores God's providential care, emphasizing His intimate involvement in our lives and the assurance of His protection, power, and promises.

Good morning, dear ones. We gather here today in the presence of our Lord, in the warmth of His love, and in the light of His grace. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Our gathering here is no random event, but a part of God's grand design. I am glad to see each one of you, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:4

Topics: Divine Protection, Enemies

Worship God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

Worship is not a quiet thing. It demands expression both verbally and physically. cherubim do it constantly before the throne. Worship is our invitation to join them.

Intercessory Prayer Training - lesson 6 Topic: Worship God Step 4 – Worship “The Father seeks such to worship him.” “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeks such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:3

Obedience To God

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 17, 2007

Examples of obedience and disobedience of Bible figures and the results it brought. Includes 6 ways we can obey God

Obedience To God Isaiah 1:18-20 ISA 1:18 "Come now, let us reason together," says the LORD."Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. ISA 1:19 If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land; ISA ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting On God Series

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Mar 7, 2017

Waiting is a difficult thing for us to do. Much of our lives is spent waiting in lines, on hold, in traffic, at the doctor's office. Do you ever wonder why God makes us wait? We'll take a look at a David's life and see what he learned from waiting on God.

Title: Waiting on God Text: 2 Samuel/Psalm 27:14 Intro I’m so excited to be here with you this morning! We are starting a new series called In the Meantime. If you need a Bible raise your hand and one of our ushers will get you one. In this series we are going to be looking at several different ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 27:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Breath Of God Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 9, 2004

1st of 5 messages on John 3-4: Birth is an extreme event. It is a dramatic, traumatic, and radical happening and it changes your life immediately and forever!

From Mortal to Immortal A Study of John 3-4 The Breath of God – John 3:1-8 Circle of Life – John 3:9-21 Accepting God’s Plan – John 3:22-36 Satisfying Water – John 4:1-26 Pleasing Food – John 4:27-42 Birth Birth is an extreme event. It is a dramatic, traumatic, and radical happening and it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Approaching God" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Nov 21, 2003

How do we go about coming into His presence with thanksgiving?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches November 23, 2003 Thanksgiving Sermon “Approaching God” Psalm 95 Introduction: It is not always easy to approach God. Often our lifestyles have become so crowded with other priorities that we can’t seem to get around to thinking about God and how He wants to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Lamb Of God

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 14, 2008

Jesus is the fulfilment of all the O.T.sacrifices,He is the One and only Sacrifice that God will except as payment for mans sins.

THE LAMB OF GOD Have you ever thought about why the Lord Jesus was referred to as the Lamb of God? It was because HE was JEHOVAH GOD ALMIGHTY’S Sacrifice for all mankind’s sin. Today’s text is found in Revelation 5:1-14 and we’ll read it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

To Glorify God Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Sep 23, 2010

Most people know too well the responsibilities of the pastor but over look the responsibilities of the church. This series outlines some of theose biblical task and reveals what the church should be doing in the day and age we live. God Bless, Hope this s

Responsibility Of The Church To Glorify God Lesson #2 Part A Text: Eph 3:21 Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. II Th 1:12 That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Mar 25, 2007

Showing how much God loves us.

“God Is Love” Text: John 3:14-17 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-17

Denomination: *other

Walking With God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 4, 2013

Once you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior - what next? How do you actually move forward in your life with God? There are forces that want to keep you from doing well, and we explore them in these two psalms.

In your desire to serve and walk with the Lord did you know there are those who do not want you to succeed? There are forces arrayed against you to keep you from loving, mirroring, and serving the Lord. These forces are not friendly, they don’t mean well and cannot be reasoned ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel