Sermons on Provides:

Today’s Starting Lineup Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 14, 2015

A study of the book of Ester beginning with a background review of chapter 1 verses 1 - 2

Ester 1: 1 – 2 Today’s Starting Lineup 1 Now it came to pass in the days of Ahasuerus (this was the Ahasuerus who reigned over one hundred and twenty-seven provinces, from India to Ethiopia), 2 in those days when King Ahasuerus sat on the throne of his kingdom, which was in Shushan the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Obedient Disobedience

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 7, 2014

Since childhood we know Daniel's story only from his perspective ... God shut the mouths of the lions. Let's reconsider the story from the lions perspective. How frustrating to see a large meal and be unable to eat it. If they don't get Daniel out of ...

Opening illustration: In 1988, Wally Magdangal was pastoring an underground church in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He was a Filipino lay pastor of Christian foreign workers wishing to gather for worship. In 1992, soon after the conclusion of the Gulf War, the house church had grown to over three hundred ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Only Wise God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 10, 2013

A sermon on the wisdom of God (Outline and some material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell in his book, God the Ruler; last point adapted from John Piper at: http://www.desiringgod.org/resource-library/sermons/the-great-work-of-the-only-wise-god)

HoHum: Who were the Wise Men in the long ago? Not Herod, fearful lest he lose his throne; Not Pharisees, too proud to claim their own; Not priests and scribes whose province was to know; Not money changers running too and fro; But three who traveled, weary and alone, With dauntless faith, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Year Of Our Lord Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 15, 2013

We say we believe that God is in control. But do we really believe it?

“Faithful Living: In the Year of Our Lord” Matthew 2:13-23 A few years ago Twila Paris recorded a sing entitled “God is in Control.” It was quite a testimony and many of us sang along with gusto and conviction! It stated musically what we believe theologically - that “No matter what, God is in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Redeemer Lives! Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 8, 2014

God’s plan of redemption has been in process for centuries on end, but what it comes down to is this: Jesus is our greater Boaz. He is the faithful Redeemer, who has paid the price to deliver us and to recover us for an eternity of joy.

Over the last few weeks, we have turned our attention the book of Ruth in the Old Testament, and now, today, we come to our final study of this remarkable account. As we have said, the story of Ruth is told in four episodes with a chapter given to each one of them. The first chapter is the story ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Were Under The Cloud"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 29, 2016

Paul says , "the Israelites were under the cloud of Gods leadership, under the cloud of Gods Provisional Plan, Under the cloud of Gods Redemptive Plan, and under the Cloud of Gods Justice". If they are under the cloud then so are we.

“Were Living Under The Cloud” 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 • Cloud refers " to a covering," clouds cover the sky. The word is used as a symbol of the Divine presence, • Jehovah came down upon Sinai in a dense or thick cloud • At the dedication of the temple also the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Unsearchable Purposes, Unspeakable Glory Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 14, 2019

This is the 27th sermon in a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we discuss Jesus healing the man who was born blind, and how that displays the glory of God. We look at some misconceptions people might have about illness, and focus on God's sovereignty and purposes in all things.

Unsearchable Purposes, Unspeakable Glory! (John Part 27) Text: John 9:1-3 I don’t know about you, but to me it doesn’t seem like it was that long ago when we started this series on John. It was the first Sunday of the year I think… and here we are now in the month of September, and we’ve come all ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-3, Psalm 115:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Came Doing Miracles Lesson 6

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2019

Extraordinary events that were not natural, but supernatural.

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. SURROUNDED BY THE SUPERNATURAL 1. Some events of my life were miraculous: a. I fulfilled Old Testament prophecy b. Prediction to Elizabeth and Mary and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:27-28, John 6:14, Hebrews 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Devil Intended For Evil, But God Meant It For Good. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 6, 2025

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good

The story of Joseph in Genesis 50:20 says, "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." This powerful verse showcases God's sovereignty and ability to turn evil intentions into good outcomes. 1. Joseph's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Philippians 1:12-14

Guided, Provided, And Transformed: Living In God's Promises Isaiah 58:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 11, 2024

Isaiah 58:11 is a powerful promise which speaks of God's unfailing guidance and provision for His people.

Guided, Provided, and Transformed: Living in God's Promises Introduction Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a powerful promise found in the book of Isaiah. This promise speaks of God's unfailing guidance and provision for His people. Isaiah 58:11 (NLT): "The Lord will guide you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11, Psalm 32:8, Psalm 23:1-3, John 7:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Israel Enters Egypt (Genesis 46)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 29, 2024

Do we have faith that sometimes God leads us to move, and will provide? Let's look at Genesis 46.

Do God’s plans for us sometimes mean moving to new places? Do we have faith that God will provide? What did God say to Israel about moving to Egypt? Let’s look at Genesis 46. And Israel took his journey with all that he had, and came to Beersheba, and offered sacrifices unto the God of his father ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Heart On Heavenly Treasure

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 4, 2025

Jesus warned his followers that they would be tempted to “set their hearts” on things of little value. If they did that they would not “set their hearts” on what is priceless. Jesus used similar words but in reverse to say that what we treasure will be where our heart goes.

In 1799, twelve-year-old Conrad Reed, skipped Sunday School to go fishing. He found a place to fish along Little Meadow Creek on his family’s farm in North Carolina. While standing by the creek, young Conrad saw what he thoughts was a “yellow rock shining in the water.” With some effort he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Lutheran

The Blessings Of God's Provision Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 26, 2024

The sermon "The Blessing of Provision" emphasizes that true security and contentment come not from material wealth or human efforts, but from trusting in God's unfailing provision, finding joy and peace in His eternal sufficiency, and living with gratitude and faith.

The Blessing of Provision Matthew 6:25-34; Philippians 4:19 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Jars of clay in ancient times were common, inexpensive, fragile, and easily broken, possessing little intrinsic value. When Apostle Paul describes us as jars of clay, it strikes a chord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

More Than G P S (Free Will In God’s Plan)

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 11, 2025

God lovingly planned salvation for everyone in Christ but never forces anyone’s choice. "More Than GPS" shows that His foreknowledge guides without controlling, calling us to live assured and freely abide in Jesus.

Preface: This message explores the biblical theme of God’s plan and human freedom from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective. Christians across history have understood predestination and salvation security in different ways. The aim here is not debate but encouragement—helping all who read or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5, 1 Timothy 2:4, 2 Peter 3:9, John 15:4-10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

One For The Road

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 16, 2025

God meets us when the journey is too long and provides grace for every step, but His grace is never permission to remain the same; it is power to move forward in joyful obedience.

Introduction – When the Trip Feels Too Far Have you ever started on a trip and realized part way through that you just didn’t plan for how long or how hard it would be? Maybe you packed light for a hike and then found the trail twice as steep as the guidebook said. Maybe you took a family ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 14:24-26, Matthew 19:8, Acts 17:30-31, Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist