Sermons on Promotion From God:

Keeping People From God Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 15, 2012

Could it be that it is us who keep people from coming to Jesus? Just like the crowd obstructed the blind beggars from coming to Jesus, or the disciples from letting the children come to Jesus, we as Christians tend to pose obstacles to come to Jesus!

The blind men want to see Jesus. We know from Mark that one of those blind men were named Bartimaeus, and he had been blind all his life. First thing you see when you open your eyes is Jesus. I think that would be a wonderful thing! But we see that the crowd rebukes them. This is like the people ...read more

Denomination: *other

Favor Comes From God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 29, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you plundered someone before? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: GOD gives the favors IV. TEXT: Exodus 12:36 The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelit

I. EXORDIUM: Have you plundered someone before? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: GOD gives the favors IV. TEXT: Exodus 12:36 The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelites whatever they asked for. So they stripped the Egyptians ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessings From God The Father Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 19, 2012

Ephesians 1 tells of our measureless riches in Christ from God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. This sermon tells us of those riches Paul says emanate from the Father.

Blessings from God the Father Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh March 18, 2012 POWERPOINT: There is a PowerPoint presentation for this sermon available by requesting it from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Ephesians 1 INTRODUCTION Illus. – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Desperately Distant From God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 13, 2012

God invites us to Him, yet so many stay away.

Desperately Distant from God February 1, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God invites us to Him, yet so many stay away. Focus Passage: Exodus 20:18-21 Introduction: One time many years ago, the king of Hungary found himself depressed and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Values From God's Viewpoint

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 5, 2012

The world has a way of dealing with different issues. What are values from God's perspective when it comes to handling money, paying our taxes, leadership, discipline issues, or forgiveness?

Matthew 17:24 – Matthew 18:35 ILLUSTRATION 1: A Sunday school teacher was diligently teaching about Salvation, explaining how we have sinned and need to seek forgiveness from God. After this, she asked the children, “What should you do in order for you to be forgiven of your ...read more

Denomination: *other

Life On The Run From God!

Contributed by Guy De Swardt on Jun 3, 2011

Jonah ran from the calling of God on his life. We often do the same when God's us to be on Mission with Him.

Life On The Run From God! Reading: Jonah 1v1-10 As you read the books of 1st and 2nd Kings,…you find that the nation of Israel was in a mess. In fact,…they were in a desperate crisis. King after king over Israel,…except Hezekiah and Josiah,…were corrupt and did not serve the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Holy Visit From God

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 3, 2008

When God visits His people He comes not just to heal and deliver, but ultimately to transform us (thoughts from "From Visitation to Habitation" by Francis Frangipane.)

A Holy Visit From God Reading- Foxes Book of Martyrs- Stephen. Stephen- first martyr of- Christian church- 34-36AD. Acts 6:8 And Stephen, full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people. NASU He ended up in a controversy with the Jews/arrested. Stephen eloquently ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Charismatic

What Is The Gift From God?

Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 2, 2020

A message about the true gift from God. What is it and how do we receive it?

The Gift from God Stand with me with your bible. Say this with me, This is my Bible. I am what is says I am I can do what it says I can do Today I will be taught more of the word of God I boldly confess My mind is alert My heart is receptive I want to receive the incorruptible, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man Sent From God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 19, 2020

Pastor comes from the word shepherd. • He guides the flock. • He feeds and waters them. • He protects them and their little lambs.

Jeremiah 3:15, “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.” 9 times the word “pastor” is used in the Bible. 8 of these are found in Jeremiah. One time in Ephesians. 5 times it is used in rebuke or condemnation. His success is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Freed From Slavery To God Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Oct 13, 2016

Revelation Reminders

1. In distress they run from God - Rev. 6:15-17 2. In despair they resist God - Rev. 9:20-21 3. In disdain they reject God - Rev. 16: 9, 21 4. In defiance they rise against God - Rev. 19:19 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

No Place To Hide From God

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 4, 2024

This sermon explores the consequences of hidden sins, emphasizing God's all-knowing nature, and encourages confession and seeking forgiveness through understanding Joshua 7:1-26.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you in this sacred space, where the Word of God is our guide and His Spirit our comforter. We are here today, not by accident or happenstance, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us, a message that will challenge ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26, 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 139:1-3, Psalm 66:17-18, Hebrews 4:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Experience Peace From God

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 29, 2024

Grace always comes first because peace is based on Grace of God and our Lord Jesus. As we grow deeper in our understanding of grace through through prayer and the word of God, we would experience peace with God and of God.

“Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all God’s holy people in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 1:1-2 NIV) All the epistles of Paul and Peter starts with blessing of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2, Ephesians 6:24

Denomination: Baptist

Love Letters From God

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 6, 2024

God has gone to a great deal of trouble to give us "love letters" that express how much He cares for us. But what happens when we don't accept that He loves us?

(I began the sermon by showing the following video featuring Jeff Foxworthy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxFqVQFvhvw - starting at timestamp1:40). The following is a transcript of the portion of his talk: Jeff Foxworthy agreed to do a small group study with the homeless at an Atlanta Christian ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Hear From God Series

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Feb 9, 2024

God speaks today

SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIANS If you are going to be a Christian, why not be a good one I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory, through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:57 The most successful ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27

Denomination: Baptist

Not Far From The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 5, 2022

You've heard the phrase, "close but no cigar". It communicates that getting almost there is not good enough. Jesus had an encounter with a teacher of the law in Mark 12 where he tells him that he was not far from the kingdom of God.

NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM OF GOD Mark 12:28-34 You've heard phrases like, "close but no cigar" or “almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades”. These communicate that getting almost there is not good enough. Jesus had an encounter with a teacher of the law in Mark 12 where at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Luke 10:25-29, Philippians 3:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ