Sermons on plan of growth: showing 886-900 of 86,406

But That's Not How I Had It Planned

Contributed by David Taylor on May 5, 2003

Sometimes God’s plan for us is different than our plan. How we respond makes all of the difference.

From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day. Then Peter took him, and began to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is God's Plan For My Finances? Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jan 25, 2003

First in a series on Getting a Grip on My Finances looks at the meaning of stewardship.

(Powerpoint slides available) SLIDE 1 [Opening Activity Begin The following items are needed: 1. An empty, old bottle 2. A large key made of cardboard and spray painted gold. The key will have the verses of Matthew 6:19-21 printed and attached to one side. "Don’t store up treasures here on earth, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Romans 14:12

Denomination: Methodist

The New Testament Church; Its Plan Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 25, 2003

The New Testament reveals the content of the Apostle’s preaching and the expected response to the Gospel.

The New Testament Church; Its Plan Matt. 16:13-19 INTRO.: Walter Scott was a preacher in Pittsburgh, Pa., who moved to Steubenville Ohio in 1826. This brought him into the area of the Mahoning Baptist Assoc. His speaking abilities were well known and, even though he was not a member of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Biblical Understanding Of God's Plan For Israel Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Romans 11:1-15.

Romans Series # 45 July 03, 2002 Title: A Biblical Understanding of God’s Plan for Israel Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. We are currently in Chapter 11 of Romans as we continue with message #45 of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Game Plan For My Life Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Oct 3, 2002

Part 2 of this life-changing series aimed at showing us the key to a fulfilled life is in Jesus Christ. This message shows us God’s plan for each of us.

“Super Sized Life” part 2 (God’s amazing plan for my life) Brian A. Moon In February 1980, the U.S. Olympic hockey team slipped its foot into a glass slipper and walked away with a gold medal at Lake Placid, New York. Those collegians had shocked the world by upsetting the powerful Soviet team, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Ephesians 1:4-5, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Plan For The Restoration Of Carnal Believers

Contributed by Clark Frailey on Nov 10, 2002

An insiders look at our commandment to restore backslidden believers.

Can the temporary errors a believer makes be atoned for after salvation? The question leaves much to be examined by a believer. If I am saved, and yet fall into sin, what then becomes of me? As humans we often make mistakes and later regret them. I recall a recent article in the St. Petersburg ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Reason #7: God Has A Plan! Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 1, 2002

We’re not exempt from affliction, but God is working behind the scenes to bring good out of trouble. He’s not holding back; He’s involved. This should give us a better attitude toward suffering.

Sermon Series on Romans 8> Reasons to be ENCOURAGED Reason #7, God has a plan! Rom 8:28-30 We look at our lives and sometimes wonder what God’s higher purpose must be. Paul has already stated that it’s difficult enough knowing what to pray about (26-27); it’s even harder to fathom why life can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Congregational

Praise Of Creation And Praise Of The Divine Plan.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 4, 2001

Year C. The tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 12th, 2001 Psalm 33:1-22 Title: “Praise of creation and praise of the divine plan.”

Year C. The tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 12th, 2001 Psalm 33:1-22 Title: “Praise of creation and praise of the divine plan.” This is a hymn of praise, composed to be sung at worship. Many date the psalm in the post-exilic period, but there is nothing in its theology and no historical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Plan For Financing World Evangelism

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 12, 2001

An explanation of faith promise missions.

“God’s Plan for Financing World Evangelism” 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, 10-12 This morning we come to climatic part of our mission’s conference. Today we make our commitments concerning our individual commitments to missions for the coming year. There can be no mission work ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Plan To Destroy Our Church

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Satan uses subtle techniques to destroy the Church.

Thesis: Satan uses subtle techniques to destroy the Church. Intro.: 1. Satan is trying to destroy our church! a. Not by false teaching (know Bible too well); not by persecution (it would only make us stronger). b. His techniques are subtle (1 Pet. 5:8; Eph. 6:10-12). 2. At least 7 ways Satan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

Aligning Our Priorities With God's Plans

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men.

Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men." (Matt. 4:19) Characteristics of fishers of men: 1. They catch fish. They do more than talk about fishing in meetings. Neither do they allow themselves to be caught up in such maintenance activities as repairing their nets, buying the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Plan "B" For Your Life

Contributed by Gregory Baskin on Jan 12, 2002

WHEN IT COMES TO GOD’S PLANS FOR YOUR LIFE THERE ARE NO PLAN B’S

GOD’S PLAN “B” FOR YOUR LIFE 1. GENESIS 12:1-9 THE CALLING OF ABRAHAM DO YOU SEE GOD’S PLAN “B” FOR ABRAHAM’S LIFE (no) 2. JUDGES 6:11-17 WHAT WAS GOD’S PLAN “B” FOR GIDEON’S LIFE (none) 3. LUKE 6:6-11 WHAT WAS PLAN “B” IF HIS HAND WOULDN’T HAVE STRETCHED FORTH? (none) 4. JOHN 14:6 ACTS 4:12 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:3-4, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

So You've Got Plans?! Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 7, 2003

How to plan prayerfully and have an attitude that still leaves room for God to do the unexpected

So you¡¦ve got plans?! Jas 4:13-17, WBC 9/11/03pm In Ills to keep folder- Professions_1.pps [PowerPoint of ’what should I be when I grow up?’ (babies all dressed up in adult clothes relating to certain professions)] Great, eh? But as David Simpkin says ¡¥If you want to make God laugh, tell Him ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

You Were Planned For God's Pleasure

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Oct 28, 2002

The first purpose of our lives is to worship God.

Note: This topic and some of the ideas come from Rick Warren’s "40 Days of Purpose" campaign. This morning, we continue our series of messages on "The Purpose Driven Life". Last week, we saw that God does have a purpose for each of our lives. We are not the random results of an evolutionary ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For Our Physical Health Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 8, 2008

Almost all of us need to take better care of ourselves. How can we do it? How can we follow God’s plan for our physical health?

God’s Plan for Our Health - Part 1: Our Physical Health 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 22, 2008 *Five years ago I went to have my eyes checked, and Dr. Haynes’ assistant did something I had never seen done at the eye doctor: She checked my blood ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist