Sermons on Providing:

The Insidious And The Godly Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 28, 2021

God’s providence can take us down winding paths, paths that involve dealing with insidious people, yet still accomplishing His will.

The Insidious and the Godly (Acts 25:1-26:32) 1. Have you ever gotten a call from someone claiming to be from windows? Or how about a call saying it was the IRS and you faced going to jail if you didn’t make a payment? These scams, along with Ponzi schemes and other cons, can be described as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Conquest: A House Of Cards? Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 1, 2021

The three "onlys" in Joshua 1 provide the tension that drives the plot of the book. Will Joshua be brave? Will the people obey? And will Yahweh be with Joshua, as He was with Moses?

Let's start this morning, simply by rereading from the beginning of Joshua through verse 9: (1) And then, after the death of Moses the servant of Yahweh, Yahweh said to Joshua son of Nun, the one serving Moses, saying, "Moses my servant has died, and so then, Rise!, Cross! over this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-18

A Secret No Longer Sermon Vi: Sympathy, Sensitivity, Specificity In Praying Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 6, 2020

Troubles in the lives of saints and sinners alike give us pause not only to seek comfort for ourselves but also to be of comfort to others by trusting in the Lord to provide and to guide.

Sympathy, Sensitivity and Specificity in Praying “Please pray for me” has been the one request above all others that have been made of me during a ministry spanning fifty-five years. Actually, for me, praying for others has always been the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:2-7

Open House

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023

When God calls people to us, it is our job to gather them in his name and share the joy he provides for all in his house of prayer.

Almost 40 years ago, July or August of 1984, I was at my very first Bible camp. It was the annual women’s retreat for the Northwest Women’s Caucus of the Evangelical Free Church of America, and I was scared to death. Well, maybe that was putting it a little strongly, but I was pretty nervous. You ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hard Questions, Simple Answers

Contributed by Robby And Donna Flint on Feb 8, 2023

Jesus responds to the Pharisees and Herodians, God responds to Moses. In both situations, God provided simple answers to what could have been hard questions.

Well election day is finally over, you may or may not have liked the outcome of the presidential or legislature elections and you may or may not have liked the outcome of the constitutional amendments, but I think this is a good time for us to reflect on our obligations as citizens…and specifically ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, Exodus 33:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Greatest Need

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 6, 2023

Out of all the things that Jesus has done for us, let's look and see what is the most and best thing He has provided.

Can you believe it? We are only 6 weeks away from Easter, one of the most celebrated Christian holidays. The Lord laid it on my heart to talk about what Jesus has done for us as we lead up to the Easter season. Today, let's think about all that Jesus has done for us. When I think about what ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26, Romans 3:23-24, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Of The Storm

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Mar 11, 2023

Everyone experiences storms in life. Storms are miserable. They are dangerous. But Jesus wants us to be calm in them. And they provide almost unique opportunities to learn to trust Jesus.

The story of Jesus and his disciples in a storm on the Sea of Galilee is short. But it has a huge amount to teach us. I’d like to show you a little video clip of an actual storm on Lake Galilee so you can get an idea of what that storm might have been like. [Video clip.] Jesus and his disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys - Ephesians 4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 29, 2023

APEST provides a new leadership structure where the body of Christ can receive the impulses of the Holy Spirit to do His work on earth through us

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Psalm 68:18, 1 Corinthians 2:16, Job 38:18, Ephesians 4:7-16, Ephesians 4:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"five Things That Make Temptation More Difficult" Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 5, 2023

Joseph's encounters with Potiphar's wife provides a template of temptation that is difficult to overcome. What warnings do we get here?

Five Things That Make Temptation More Difficult: 1. When you’re experiencing God’s favor. - Genesis 39:4, 21. - When God seems to be blessing everything you’re doing, it’s easy to start to presume on that. This is one reason why we often see pastors who are in the midst of a strong ministry get ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Generously Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2023

When we give with thanksgiving in our hearts and with faith that the Lord will provide us with our basic needs such an act is truly a sweet aroma unto the Lord!

Generous Giving Philippians 4:10-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Sitting in a dark dreary prison for five years, chained to a Praetorian Guard, totally reliant on others for the necessities of life and yet still have an attitude of unspeakable joy, would require an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Growth Of The Saints

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 30, 2018

The Lord provides our salvation, but that does not absolve us from any responsibility. We are responsible for our growth and maturity, striving for Christ-likeness in this life.

The Growth of the Saints 2 Peter 1: 5-8 Following his introduction and reminder of the glorious benefit of salvation, Peter immediately extended a challenge to the believers who would read this letter. While salvation is an act of God’s marvelous grace offered to those who are underserving, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Truth For A Troubled Soul Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 10, 2018

Message 37 in a journey through John's Gospel. This is the third of three messages from John 14 providing the truths to help the disciples cope with the coming tribulation.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Another Encourager” Part Three – John 14, 16 REVIEW I. The public ministry and teaching of Jesus 2-112 II. The Private teaching and ministry of Jesus 13-17 A. Forgive as I forgive B. Love as I love C. Hold on to the truths that encourage the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Are You Sure? Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 2, 2024

Luke carefully assembled material for his gospel in order to provide Theophilus and us confidence in the message of the gospel. So what should we do in response?

Have you ever noticed that some studies seem to be contradictory? One study will note that coffee is good for you as it is made of up of mostly water while another will state that it dehydrates you because of the caffeine. One study states that eating eggs will give you high cholesterol while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Relevance Of Saint Ignatius In The Contemporary World Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 22, 2024

The teachings of Saint Ignatius of Loyola are still applicable today, providing ageless insight and direction for anyone looking for connection, meaning, and purpose in a world that is always evolving.

The Relevance of Saint Ignatius in the Contemporary World Intro: The teachings of Saint Ignatius of Loyola are still applicable today, providing ageless insight and direction for anyone looking for connection, meaning, and purpose in a world that is always evolving. Scripture Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:25-26

Denomination: Other

Mana From Heaven -- Jesus Feeding The Five Thousand Series

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Jan 8, 2025

The four evangelists, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John explain the many ways in which God provides us through the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand.

I recall a day at Trinity College Theological School when, during a Homiletics Class, a mature-aged feminist student preparing for ministry challenged me. She demanded that I account for the disciples counting only the men to the exclusion of women and children in the story of Jesus feeding the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:10-17, Mark 6:30-44, Matthew 14:13-21, John 6:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican