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  • You Call This A Plan?

    Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 91 ratings
     | 7,435 views

    God has a providential way of making, BAD THINGS GOOD, WEAK THINGS STRONG, and UGLY THINGS BEAUTIFUL.

    “You Call This a Plan?” Romans 8:28 A $75 basketball in my hands is playing a pickup game in the Family Life Center. A $75 basketball in the hands of Michael Jordan is a world championship and an NBA MVP. A $900 set of golf clubs in my hands is spending $25 for a green fee and an afternoon of ...read more

  • Best Laid Plans Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,809 views

    Proverbs has one primary “keep-in-mind” consideration that overhangs all its maxims. It is this: Keep in mind that God is in charge. Every proverb here specifically calls that truth to mind.

    Introduction Here is a common phrase intended to make us pause – “keep in mind.” How many times have you said or it has been said to you? “Keep in mind that you must be home before dark.” “Keep in mind that your boss is keeping an eye on you.” ...read more

  • God's Big Plan

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 6, 2012
     | 5,232 views

    God has a huge plan for the world, and He makes it very clear. Nebuchadnezzars terrifying dream is interpreted by Daniel for Nebuchadnezzar as well as the rest of us to see. God's gracious revelation is all around us!

    Passage: Daniel 2:24-49 Intro: Up to this point, we have seen God working thru Daniel and his friends in the life of Nebuchadnezzar. 1. king of Babylon, hugely powerful 2. and last week we saw how God had given him a dream that upset him. 3. how that dream had been used to reveal the liars in ...read more

  • What Is Having A Purpose Without Power?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 28, 2022
     | 1,372 views

    What does it mean to have a purpose without power? Are we talking about having power or having a purpose?

    What does it mean to have a purpose without power? Are we talking about having power or having a purpose? Or is there power in purpose? Sounds a bit confusing, does it not? There is an old story from roughly over 20 years ago about an elementary teacher. I do not know who the author is, so let me ...read more

  • The Father's Plan Of Salvation

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 20, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,109 views

    The analysis of the Father's plan of salvation in Ephesians 1:4-6 shows us seven elements in that plan.

    Scripture We are currently in a series of sermons on Ephesians 1 that I am calling, “God’s Supreme Purpose.” The Apostle Paul’s emphasis in chapter 1 is not on what we must do for salvation, but rather on what God has done for us in Christ. Ephesians 1:3-14 shows us how each Person of the Trinity ...read more

  • The God Who Plans Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 24, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,458 views

    Three ways knowing God has a plan can help us in our lives.

    On of the TV shows that was popular back in the 1980s was "The A-Team."  The A Team was about a commando unit that was wrongfully accused of a crime they didn’t commit, so it was constantly on the run. One of the things I remember most about the A Team is Hannibal Smith chewing on a cigar and ...read more

  • Planned For God's Pleasure Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 24, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,886 views

    Someone said, “There are two great days in a person’s life -- the day we are born and the day we discover why.”

    On August 22nd, US Olympian Matt Emmons fired his final shot in the 50-meter three-position rifle competition. Emmons was leading by three points and needed only to get near the bull’s-eye to win the gold medal. He fired, but the automatic scoring system didn’t register any points. At first, ...read more

  • 2 More Than Perfect Plans Series

    Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 5, 2025
     | 754 views

    What do you do when life doesn’t go to plan? In this week’s Christmas message, we look at Joseph’s story in Matthew 1:18–25 and reminds us that even when our plans fall apart, God’s purpose still stands.

    1. Introduction – When Plans Go Wrong Have you ever had one of those perfect plans — only for it to completely fall apart? Maybe a family dinner that turned into chaos, or a Christmas trip that went sideways. I found a saying the other day, and it’s, “If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your ...read more

  • God Has A Plan

    Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021
     | 11,764 views

    God has a plan for all of us. The fact that “God has a plan for your life” is well in meaning, but often falls a bit flat to me when I’m faced with reality.

    Intro: For those who are listing to this message and those who are here live, many of you knew what my wife has been battling shingles and let me tell you, seeing her suffer was hard, during this process I was seeking and asking God why or how could some one suffer so much that loves you very much. ...read more

  • God's Divine Plan

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Dec 30, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,825 views

    God has a wonderfully divine plan for all mankind.

    Statement: A Gospel message has multiple purposes: To draw the lost their savior; to strengthen and encourage the saints. A Gospel message is important to “all” and very important to “someone” in particular. Psalm 67:1-2 (These few words seem to sum-up the purpose of the ...read more

  • A Donkey In God's Plan Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Mar 24, 2002
    based on 1,031 ratings
     | 118,308 views

    If God can use a donkey, then he can use you. The donkey’s preparartion for royal service is a guide for us.

    Introduction Surely the text couldn’t have said a donkey. A white stallion, even a Camel, I’d take the old gray mare before a donkey. It’s pretty amazing don’t you think? The first truly public acknowledgment of Jesus of Nazareth as the Messiah and he comes, as predicted in a way that seems, ...read more

  • I Have A Plan

    Contributed by Lowell Hochhalter on May 14, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,918 views

    What is our destiny? What is God’s plan for my life? Can I fulfill it? Questions every student asks.

    I have a Plan, Don’t Get Sidetracked Jeremiah 29:11 tells us that God has a plan for your life. His plan for you is 1. Good 2. A Future 3. Has Hope Nothing mentioned about sadness, depression. Also there is nothing in there about the past SO, the question of the day is...how do I know that I ...read more

  • God's Plan For Us PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,254 views

    To explore God's design for marriage and family, emphasizing the importance of honoring God with our bodies and the consequences of sexual immorality.

    Good morning, beloved. Pastor Garrett Kell says that “Before a sin, Satan tempts you to believe repentance will be easy. After a sin, Satan tempts you to believe repentance is impossible.” Opening Scripture reading: Today, we find ourselves diving into 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 that reads, "Flee from ...read more

  • Made With A Plan In Mind Series

    Contributed by Bob Reccord on Aug 7, 2006
    based on 37 ratings
     | 9,610 views

    God has been preparing a unique plan and calling for your life since before you were born. (Principle 1 from Made to Count)

    Theme: God has been preparing a unique plan and calling for your life since before you were born. (Principle 1 from Made to Count) Introduction: Sometimes it’s amazing what we have and don’t even realize! Such was the case in the Philadelphia public school system recently. While working ...read more

  • God's Game Plan

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 15, 2013
     | 9,085 views

    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