Sermons on Productive Rest:

Lesson 9: Is The Will Of God A Gps Or A Pre-Drawn Blueprint?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Is God’s will guidance or a finished product?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Looking from God’s perspective.  God knows everything actual and possible (Rom. 4:17).  God has expectations for us.  God loves you and has a wonderful plan for your life. 2. Looking from our perspective.  We have the power of choosing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To The Psalms Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 4, 2025

In Christ we are planted, productive, pleasant and prosperous

INTRODUCTION TO THE PSALMS We have been through a long winter and spring is finally in the air. During the winter it is common for discouragement and depression to set in. The February blahs. Like a dreaded disease, it gnaws away at us from the inside. We are all subject to the currents of ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Sabbath As Defiance

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 26, 2015

The Sabbath is a transformative tradition, an antidote to anxiety. We are restless till we find our rest in God. We set aside our anxieties and busyness, our pursuit of more, and we recognize that our refuge is God alone.

The President of local synagogue, and a close friend of mine, asked me if I knew the most sacred Jewish holy day. I said it must be either Passover or Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement). He smiled and said, “No, it’s the Sabbath. It is the most important day in the Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11-14

Denomination: Congregational

Working Your Faith Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Nov 25, 2014

How to make your faith effective; so that you won't be caught in the trap of unbelief. Your life can be full of the living experiences of God's Word. The scriptures will no longer become a story but a living testimony when you master the act of faith.

"That the communication of your faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus." (Philemon 1:6). The Greek word for EFFECTUAL is ENERGEO: It means to be in active operation, to produce effects, or to be powerfully productive. That means your ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:6

Denomination: *other

10 Pillars Of Prosperous Life

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jan 6, 2011

Genuine prosperity which is based on the word of God includes not only accumulation of wealth but also good health and peace of mind springing from spiritual security from God

THE 10 PILLARS OF PROSPEROUS LIVING Proverbs 3:1-35 The business world understand a sagacious rule: “If you want to gain wealth, then you have to outsmart others.” Many people considered honesty, virtues and moral values as weaknesses if your want to be financially successful. However, gaining ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reinventing The Very Best In You

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jan 29, 2011

Why does good things sometimes never last? What is the purpose of irritations and provocation that leads to frustrations? - It is because God want you to discover the very best in you!

REINVENTING THE VERY BEST IN YOU Reading: 1 Samuel 1: 1-20 Honestly speaking, the first month of this year is a month of surprise irritations and frustration for me and my family. This is the time when some of my dearest friends suddenly became like enemies just because of misunderstanding. This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fire In My Heart And Bones

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 1, 2011

I. EXORDIUM: A. Have you seen a burning house? B. Have you seen something in flames? II. OBJECTIVES: To keep them burning for the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: A. Have you seen a burning house? B. Have you seen something in flames? II. OBJECTIVES: To keep them burning for the LORD. III. TEXT: Jeremiah 20:9 IV. THESIS: GOD is a consuming FIRE that consumes us, shut up in our bones and hearts V. TITLE: FIRE in my heart and bones VI. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Purpose Of Work Before The Fall Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 5, 2026

Work was instituted by God as a purposeful, fulfilling, and divine assignment for man, designed for stewardship, creativity, and worship before sin entered the world.

THE PURPOSE OF WORK BEFORE THE FALL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:15 Key Verse: “And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it.” — Genesis 2:15 Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:23–24; Ecclesiastes 2:24; Proverbs 16:3; 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Alice Has Been Given A Glorious Resting Place

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

Funeral Sermon of one who has died in the Lord

ROMANS 3:22b-24 "There is no difference, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus." Alice Has Been Given A Glorious Resting Place. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:22-24

Denomination: Lutheran

"And They Rest Not Day And Night..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on May 24, 2005

The length of a conversation don’t tell nothin’ about the size of the intellect. Just because someone says so doesn’t make it so. That’s why when it comes to Angels let examine the facts together!

Introduction Not everyone believes in Angels. In Jesus’ day the Sadducees denied their existence, that’s why they were sad-u-see (Acts 23:8). Not only do I believe in them but like you have had personal encounters with them. Of course, I may not see them visibly, however, they are there hard at ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Supernatural Rest Through God’s Word

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 10, 2010

God's word brings truth into every situation. It's powerful and alive; its Christ-His love letter written to you!

Supernatural Rest Through God’s Word Hebrews 4: 8-13 8 For if Joshua had given them rest, then He would not afterward have spoken of another day. 9 There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. 10 For he who has entered His rest has himself also ceased from his works as God did from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Well-Deserved Rest For Your Minds, Bodies, And Souls.

Contributed by Chad Washburn on Oct 19, 2006

God has made the Sabbath, that we might find rest for our minds, bodies, and souls.

· Topic: The Sabbath · Central truth: Jesus offers us the Sabbath where we can find rest for our Minds, Bodies and Souls I. (Intro): a. Ring, Ring, oh that pesky alarm clock rings once again to wake you up for your nine to five job in this rat race we call earth. b. Your daily routines of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29

Denomination: Adventist

Give Him Your Best And He Will Do The Rest!

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Nov 7, 2010

This is a message that deals with doing what we can for God.

Give Him your Best, ant HE will do the Rest! 1/7/10 Mark 14:3-9 And being in Bethany at the house of Simon the leper, as He sat at the table, a woman came having an alabaster flask of very costly oil of spikenard. Then she broke the flask and poured it on His head. But there were some who were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: *other

"The Rest Of The Story" -The Mystery Of The Missing Body

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 19, 2008

Easter is the ultimate test of faith. There have been many who have offered theories to discount the resurrection. (I list 5) It is the empty grave, the resurrection of Jesus that demonstrates God’s care, and removes our guilt and fear of death. (I’m

In Jesus Holy Name March 23, 2008 Easter Sunday Redeemer Text: Matthew 28:5-8,11-15 “The Rest of the Story” Part II “The Mystery of the Missing Body” He is risen! He is risen indeed! Easter is the ultimate test of faith. The one great watershed that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Making The Rest Of Your Life The Best Of Your Life

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

Now whether you are young or old, six or sixty, healthy and wealthy, or puny and poor, you can make the rest of your life the best of your life.

Acts 2:1-4 (A great start) There is an old saying that, "You are never too old to learn." Sure enough, this is one lesson that you're never too old to learn: "So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.”(Psa. 90:12) Now, what that means is this: "Teach us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal