Sermons on Providence Of:

The Paradox Of Power Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 2, 2009

The greatest power is that of Christ working in us.

The Paradox of Power, II Corinthians 12:2-10 Introduction French writer Alexis de Tocqueville, after visiting America in 1831, said, “I sought for the greatness of the United States in her commodious harbors, her ample rivers, her fertile fields, and boundless forests – and it was not there. I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Denomination: Christian Church

The Boaz Generation Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 16, 2009

1) The Salutation (Ruth 4:11-12) 2) The Son (Ruth 4:13-17) & 3) the Summary (Ruth 4:18-22).

Weddings are a fascinating custom. With my wife owning a flower shop we know all about weddings. Center pieces, corsages, bouquets, and decorations mean a lot of work and expense. With hall rentals, food, drink, tuxedo, gowns, relatives and gifts, a wedding is probably the most elaborate event any ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:11-22

Denomination: Other

God's Hand In Our Luck Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 8, 2009

Did the events of Ruth 2 happen because of good luck or divine intervention?

[To receive free, weekly sermons contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com; for sermon audio, visit http://jonathan-mcleod.blogspot.com/] GOOD LUCK? Choir practice at the West Side Baptist Church in Beatrice, Nebraska, always began on Wednesday evenings at 7:20. At 7:25 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1, 1950, an ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Invisible Hand Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 30, 2009

The "invisible hand" of a sovereign God guides Paul (and us!).

“The Invisible Hand” Acts 22:22-23:11 July 27, 2008 From Wikipedia: “The invisible hand is a metaphor coined by the economist Adam Smith. In The Wealth of Nations and other writings, Smith demonstrated that, in a free market, an individual pursuing his own self-interest tends to also ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Born In Dark Times Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 31, 2012

The birth of Moses. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • A simple home (1-2) • A clever plan (2b-4) • A surprising rescue (5-10) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Top 10 funny baby video clips on YouTube. • (http://youtu.be/ZWHpcKXt-qQ) Transition: • There is something magical about a baby crying or smiling or just being a baby; • It ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Living On God's Mountain Series

Contributed by William Tait on Feb 14, 2012

A sermon that will encourage faith in God's provision.

Title: “Living On The Mountain Of The Lord” Text: Genesis 22:14 Passage: Genesis 22:1-19 Introduction: Definition of ‘Mountain of the Lord’ – It’s the place where we live with the conviction that “The Lord will provide (see to it ), whatever ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Game Plan

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 15, 2013

A sermon dealing with the providential work of God in our lives.

"God's Game Plan" Jeremiah 29:10 For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place. 11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: A Man Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Nov 18, 2009

Genesis 50:15-21. A look at how the purposes of God are revealed in the life of Joseph through divine providence.

LESSONS FROM THE LIVES OF THE PATRIARCHS GENESIS PART 2 | PATRIARCHAL HISTORY JOSEPH: A MAN OF PURPOSE GENESIS 50:15-21 [INTRODUCTION] What do you think of when you hear the word “purpose”? Most of us probably think of either doing something “on purpose” or purposely, or living life with purpose; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Fields Of Grace Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 8, 2014

God takes us on – just as Boaz took on Ruth – and he makes promises to us…and gracious provision. And he “works all things together for good to those who love him, who are called according to his purpose” (Rom. 8:29).

You’ve heard the one, I ‘m sure, about the lonely frog who goes to see a fortune-teller. He’s told not to worry. She says, “You’re going to meet a beautiful young girl, and she will want to know everything about you.” “That’s great!” the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 10: Why God Allows Bad Things Happen To Good People

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 1, 2014

God runs the universe by laws and they have consequences. Bad things happen when those laws are broken.

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: When God Is Silent Lesson 10: Why God Allows Bad Things To Happen To Good People A. ALL KINDS OF ANSWERS TO THIS QUESTION  Over 3,000 killed on 9-11  Children and teachers killed needlessly, Sandy Hook  Cancer ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

Trouble Is Brewing Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 31, 2021

Mordecai, Esther, and the Jewish population in Persia may have been excited that a Jew had been selected as the new queen, but their excitement would not last. Trouble is brewing within the kingdom - a situation that will affect every Jew in the Persian Empire.

Trouble is Brewing Esther 3: 1-7 It is likely that Mordecai and the Jews within Persia were feeling confident about their current situation. Although they remained a captive people within the land, one of their own had been crowned queen over the kingdom. This surely increased their outlook for ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Perceiving The Providential Hand Of God

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Jul 14, 2017

God is always working out His will in our lives; we need to stop being preoccupied with visible people and circumstances, and by faith start believing in God’s invisible Hand.

PERCEIVING THE PROVIDENTIAL HAND OF GOD Ex. 2:1-10 Intro: 1. The citizens of Feldkirch, Austria, didn’t know what to do. Napoleon’s massive army was preparing to attack. Soldiers had been spotted on the heights above the little town, which was situated on the Austrian border. A council of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 23, 2019

Esther comes to understand the providence of God in retrospect. God has been preparing her for such a time as this.

We ended last week on a sad note, with Mordecai and the Jews across the Persian Empire mourning. They had just received an edict for their execution. Haman, the evil high official to the King, hatched a plot to kill, not just Mordecai (his enemy and Jewish subordinate), but also his entire ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:4-17, Genesis 45:5-7, Genesis 50:19-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Has A Plan Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 6, 2019

We see the remarkable providence of God in this chapter. Everything happens according to God's way and time to accomplish His purpose. No one can plan for this. It is humanly impossible to plan for it. Only God could have done it.

We are going to see the remarkable work of God’s providence today. • In chapter 6 the tables are turned and evil is overcome by good. • And it happened almost imperceptibly, without us noticing it was coming or expecting it to turn out this way. • Let’s read the entire chapter – Esther ...read more

Scripture: Esther 6:1-14, Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Staying Pilgrims

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 18, 2020

Thanksgiving reminds us of the Pilgrims and their journey to America. Their faith proved them to be steppingstones for generations.

1. Hebrews 11:13 (GNV) All these died in faith, and received not the promises, but saw them afar off, and believed them, and received them thankfully, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. 2. My misconceptions and new interest with the Pilgrims and 400th Anniversary of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ