Sermons on Power In The Word:

And The Word Became Flesh

Contributed by Eric Ledermann on Jul 23, 2002

The ancient Hebrews believed Words had power--they actually did things! The ancient Greeks believed words were the guiding force in the universe. Finally, in the Gospel of John both of these things come together in Jesus Christ.

Scripture: John 1.1-5,10-18 and Ephesians 1.3-14 (Psalm 147.7-11 as Scripture of Praise/Preparation) I. Words have lost their meaning in our culture A. Love—I love ice cream, I love my wife. B. “How are you doing?” Fine 1. non-descript, vague 2. When we ask, do we really want to hear how the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:10-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Speak Out Your Own Miracle! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 8, 2009

Sometimes we think prayer is a long list of our needs, but mature praying is filled with God’s word speaking it to your situation.

Speak out your own Miracle! Mark 11:12-24 Introduction: Here is another part of the scripture that shows how powerful words are. I don’t know if you noticed it too, in the scriptures every time Jesus will drive home a point, he uses stories, or make an action. Like the feeding of the 5000, the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Words That Heal And Words That Hurt

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 23, 2009

The words we use in our conversation say a lot about our character. Jesus said, “For whatever is in your heart determines what you say.” Matthew 12:34b NLT

Words that Hurt and Words that Heal Matthew 12:33-37 James 3:1-12 Why is it that we have such a struggle with being totally open and honest? We tend to blend in with most Americans in telling little white lies and fibs. Here are some well know fibs: The check is in the mail. I’ll start my diet ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

Verbal Bloodshed!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 12, 2008

Our words are very powerful; with them we can bless or cruse. Through the word of men the process of Christ death begun, and of course He willingly endured the cross!

Verbal Bloodshed Matthew 26:59-61 9 Now the chief priests, the elders, and all the council sought false testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, 60 but found none. Even though many false witnesses came forward, they found none. But at last two false witnesses came forward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:59-61

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Eternal Word Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 3, 2025

Jesus Christ, the eternal Word, is both God and Creator, calling us to trust, worship, and obey Him as the Lord of all.

Introduction Beloved, the passage before us today takes us back—not just to the beginning of human history, not just to the first verse of Genesis, but even before time itself began. John lifts our eyes beyond creation to show us the eternal Christ, the Living Word of God. These verses form the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 15, 2023

Today our reading is about a people seeking restoration Isaiah tells them they need to focus on The Word. The word gives Purpose, Gives Comfort, Gives Peace, Gives Power, and the word of God is a better way to live.

Isaiah 55:10-13 Gods Word in today’s reading it's about Gods restoration of a people. 1. God’s word has Purpose • He gives the example: “the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish.” • Yes, the rain and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Word Of God

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Sep 23, 2002

Jesus said that the field was the world and that the seed was the Word of God. It is our responsibility to distribute the Word of God to those who have never heard it.

The Word of God HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 9/22/02 Psalm 119:89-96 89 Forever, O Lord, Your word is settled in heaven. 90 Your faithfulness endures to all generations; You established the earth, and it abides. 91 They continue this day according to Your ordinances, For all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Words And Wonders

Contributed by Joe Durai on Nov 13, 2001

Words produce wonders or horrors!

WORDS AND WONDERS Words are powerful. They are spirit carriers. Out of the spiritual comes the natural; for out of the unseen comes the things that are seen. Men and matters are moved and molded by spirits. God could have brought forth the world with His thoughts. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36

Denomination: Apostolic

The Power To See It Through Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 3, 2020

In our text we will notice FIVE POWER WORDS that remind us that we can find traction in our spiritual lives and never give up!

-CHRIST IN THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING- POWER TO SEE IT THROUGH Colossians 2:6-15 Introduction In our look at Colossians, we have noted the theme that Christ is in the Center of Everything. The center of our faith and prayers. He is in the center because of who He is. That Christ in us is our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 6 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

James—Faith & Works Message 6 The Heart of the Matter Text: I think everyone would agree this morning that words matter. And no one probably thinks more about word choice then those who work in marketing. But sometimes, despite their experience and expertise, even marketing professionals miss ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Promises PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

Explores the transformative power of the Gospel, emphasizing God's love, Jesus' sacrifice, and the call to live in His light.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together, isn't it? To stand shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart, united in our longing to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word, and to allow His truth to shape our lives. We're here to share in the beauty of fellowship, to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Topics: Word, Lamp, Light

Preach The Word

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jan 16, 2007

1. Reasons for preaching the Word Of God. A. It is a command. 2 Tim. 4:2 - says that the Word of God is to be our message. Our words will accomplish little, but God’s written Word will accomplish great things. Jesus is our example and He preached -

SERMON OUTLINE: Preach the Word 1. Reasons for preaching the Word Of God. A. It is a command. 2 Tim. 4:2 - says that the Word of God is to be our message. Our words will accomplish little, but God’s written Word will accomplish great things. Jesus is our example and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Power

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007

The one necessary ingredient for effective service before the Lord is power. This is what few contemporary Christians have, perhaps because they are uncertain what they should look for.

You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth. When the disciples came down from the upper room, an impossible task loomed before them. They were charged to announce that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Sower Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 23, 2017

Two part message looking at the power of God's word working in our lives and the soils that God word ministers too. We quickly see that the Word of God is not the problem, it is the soil being ready to be seeded by the Word of God.

The Parable of the Sower Growing and Sowing Seeds Mark chapter 4:1-4:9 Introduction- Please turn to Mark 4:1-9. It is the Parable of the Sower. This will be a two part sermon. We will start it today and look at the Word of God and finish with how the Word of God reacts to the different soils ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

The Power

Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 13, 2023

Pastor John preaches on the importance of baptism in the Holy Spirit

The Power Holy Spirit Series CCCAG 9-10-23 -Scripture- Acts 2:1-4 Introduction I came into the Pentecostal church in a very unique time- in 1993 right before the major revivals in Brownsville and Toronto started. When I first started to follow Jesus, the church we were attending was a fairly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God