Sermons on Releasing Children:

Living As Children Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2011

We have an obligation to live as children of God if indeed we are. Our "Papa" gives us all we need to stay connected with Him and live a life that honors Him.

Living as Children of God Romans 8:12-17 12 Therefore, brothers, we have an obligation-- but it is not to the sinful nature, to live according to it. 13 For if you live according to the sinful nature, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Messiah Love For Children Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2011

Jesus tells us to lead children to Him.

A Messiah's Love For Children Text: Matt. 19:13-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: Children can have an incredible impact on adults. There is not doubt that the children of this church have had a major impact on me, and I look upon all of them as if they were my own. Recently, when Tina and I went on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

Living As Children Of Light Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 27, 2011

Using 2 video clips I begin by encouraging people to turn to Christ if they haven’t yet. Then I unpack this passage as to what it means to live as children of light, full of forgiveness, avoiding even a hint or a whiff of impurity.

(Note to the reader: I began this talk by showing a video called Ribbons, available from PremierTV2006: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9K86vcHOLI. It shows how Jesus took upon himself the penalty for sin and all that binds us; see 1 Peter 2: 24-25.) ‘[Jesus the Messiah] himself bore our sins in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Women And Children Last Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jun 18, 2012

For the church to become what it needs to be men are going to have not just be in the fort or even to just be at the walls. It has come time now to take our weapons and run to the battle instead of always waiting for it to come our way.

We live in a present day world that has challenges in almost every direction that you look. The search for answers is going on in most every part of the planet. Our own nation not only has prevailing issues but all of them seem to be heading more toward becoming worse rather than towards any type ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Live As Children Of Light

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 2, 2008

1- Seek to the please the Lord 2- Have nothing to do with darkness 3- Make the most of every opportunity 4- Be filled with the Spirit

INTRO.- Live as children. ILL.- It was at the end of the school year, and a kindergarten teacher was receiving gifts from her pupils. The florist’s son handed her a gift. She shook it, held it overhead, and said, "I bet I know what it is. Some flowers." "That’s right" the boy said, "but how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What About The Children?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 21, 2008

What does God’s word say about children and our responsibility to them. Who are the children anyway?

Today’s lesson is about family. Specifically I want to talk about children. Let me start with a childhood story and see if I can connect with some of you kids here today. When I was growing up in North Alabama, I remember every year around this time Mom, Dad and all us kids would pile into the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joyous Mother Of Children

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 10, 2014

A consideration of God's best gifts and our response to His goodness. Weighing society's response and what our response to God should be.

“Praise the LORD! Praise, O servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD! “Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and forevermore! From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the LORD is to be praised! “LORD is high above all nations, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

True Children Of God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 12, 2020

Not all people are God’s children; only those who have been adopted by faith in Jesus Christ.

August 2, 2020 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Not all people are God’s children; only those who have been adopted by faith in Jesus Christ. Focus Passage: 1 John 3:1 Supplemental Passage: "And I will be a father to you, And you shall be sons ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1, John 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Raising Children Of Influence Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 4, 2022

To raise children of influence, raise them to bless others, to believe in Jesus, and to boldly share their faith.

The children had a special program at church and a little girl was to recite the Scripture she had memorized for the occasion. When she got in front of the crowd, the sight of hundreds of eyes peering at her caused her to forget her memory work. Every line that she had so carefully rehearsed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Children - The Earth Of Tomorrow

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 16, 2022

Humans, to a large extent, determine the state of the earth. Whatever actions the children of today take in the future will either preserve or destroy the earth and humanity with it. The children of today are the earth of tomorrow.

TEXT: Genesis 18:19 "For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him." Proverbs 29:2 "When the righteous are in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19, Proverbs 29:2, Deuteronomy 6:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Rebellious Children Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 24, 2017

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Sacrifice".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Sacrifice [#3] GOD’S REBELLIOUS CHILDREN Hebrews 10:26-31 Introduction: For anyone who has more than 1 child, you understand how different each of them are. It seems like most families have at least one child that just tests your patience on a regular basis. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Stewards Of Children And Creation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 16, 2016

The Church cannot be expected to change position on the evil of murder.

Thursday of Second Week in Course 2016 Joy of the Gospel The readings today remind me of the cynical epigram: No good deed goes unpunished. David was the champion of Israel, defeating the Philistines time after time. Still, king Saul, who was probably suffering from a long-lasting clinical ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Live As Children Of Light Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

42nd message in a series from Ephesians dealing with living a godly life style.

“Living In Purity” Ephesians 5:7-14 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 1. Guard your reputation 5:3-6 2. Guard your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Obedient Respectful Children Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 18, 2018

58th message from Ephesians discussing the responsibility of children to obey parents.

“Obedient Respectful Children” Introduction Family struggles have been around from the very first family.All through the Bible we encounter both terrific and terrible examples of family dynamics. Ungodly Kids Adam’s kid (Cain) didn’t give his best and got angry when God wasn’t impressed. His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Bringing Children To Jesus”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 7, 2018

What is involved in bringing children to Jesus?

We’re familiar with songs like “Jesus Loves Me” or “Jesus Loves the Little Children.” Those songs are based on biblical truth. Jesus does love children. The parents of these children wanted Jesus to touch them and bless them, and He was more than willing to do so. With this in mind, I want us to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist