Sermons on Reliance: showing 811-825 of 3,156

How Do We Get Back Up When We Have Fallen Down?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 20, 2023

A person may slip and stumble during their spiritual walk, just like a person can trip and tumble during their physical walk. But what happens afterward?

The genuine soul falls as an explorer may do, by faltering at some stone in his way. However, he gets up, and goes on his way with more consideration and speed. The writer might be utilizing the word “falls” not in the feeling of falling downward into transgression, yet in the feeling of being ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting Our Attention

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 25, 2022

God uses hardships to get our attention.

I am sure you remember the story of the farmer with the exceptional mule. The mule was a hard worker and could do things that amazed other farmers. One day the farmer wanted to show off his mule to his friends. They watched in shock as the farmer hit the mule between the eyes with a 2 x 4 stud. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Presence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 31, 2022

Presence is defined as the state or fact of existing, occurring or being present. It may also refer to an existence that is present, but is not seen.

Tara Brach, an American psychologist and author once remarked: “In any moment, no matter how lost we feel, we can take refuge in presence and love. We need only pause, breathe, and open to the experience of aliveness within us. In that wakeful openness, we come home to the peace and freedom of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, John 14:17-20, Psalm 31:19-21, Hebrews 10:36

The Eye Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2022

Jesus has just noted that the eye is the body's lamp. A healthy eye perceives light and transmits that information to the body. In a poetic sense, a functioning eye floods the body with light. Light allows a person to see and operate in the world according to what is true.

The Eye (22) "The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, (23) But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness! Jesus has just commanded His listeners to stop stockpiling treasure on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Trust: The Blessings Of Trusting In God Jeremiah 17:7-8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2024

Jeremiah 17:7-8 presents a vivid picture of the transformative impact of wholehearted trust in the Lord.

Transformed by Trust: The Blessings of Trusting in God Jeremiah 17:7-8 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey of understanding the profound blessings that come from placing our trust in God. Our passage, Jeremiah 17:7-8, presents a vivid picture of the transformative impact of wholehearted ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 125:1-2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 46:1-3, John 15:5, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Hope In The Storm

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Sep 13, 2024

We all face the storms of life. Believers have no immunity from troubles and difficulties. Trusting God through the storms is the subject of Psalms 42 and 43. Here, we find how we should respond to the storms and how God can bring us peace.

FINDING HOPE IN THE STORM – Psalm 42, Psalm 43 INTRODUCTION Let me begin by sharing some interesting facts about this Psalm. It is the 1st Psalm in what is called Book 2 of the Psalms - Psalm 42 through Psalm 72. One of the major themes of these Psalms is moving through the struggles of life with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Building For God's Glory. 1 Cronicles 28:1-21

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 16, 2024

A message about building our lives for God's glory. Living for a purpose in life.

"Building for God's Glory" 1 Chronicles 28:1-21 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And The Wannabe Kings PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

As Christians, we are called to a life of humility and service, not seeking worldly power or glory, but following the example of Jesus who came not to be served, but to serve.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving into a passage that might just step on our toes a little, but it's an important one. It's about our desire for security, the danger of pride, and the call to serve. You see, we live in a world where security is equated with success and power. But as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Topics: Fear, Security

How To Rejoice In Suffering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is that through suffering, we develop perseverance, character, and hope, ultimately leading us to an extraordinary destiny as God shapes us through our trials.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be looking at Romans 5:3-5, which talks about the hope of perseverance, the character of suffering, and the joy of endurance. I think we can all agree that we need more of these qualities in our lives, am I right? Before we dive into the Word, I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5

Topics: Perseverance, Character, Hope

Distraction PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

To emphasize the necessity of faith in Jesus Christ and the priority of our salvation in our lives.

Pause a moment, folks. In our fast-paced, hyper-connected world, we're so often caught up in a whirlwind of distractions that we forget to focus on the most important thing - our relationship with Jesus Christ. We're here today to remind ourselves of the vital truth that faith in Jesus is ...read more

Topics: Focus, Christ, Main Thing

Becoming Line Crossers

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Oct 7, 2002

Christians need to get out of their "comfort zones" and become line-crossers in order to reach those they know with the gospel of Jesus Christ!

BECOMING LINE CROSSERS! INTRODUCTION Ephesians 5:14-16 For this reason it says, "Awake, sleeper, And arise from the dead, And Christ will shine on you." Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men, but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil. · God is looking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Reckon Yourself As Dead To The Law And United To Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How To Reckon Yourself As Dead to the Law and United to Christ (Rom. 7:1-6)

How To Reckon Yourself As Dead to the Law and United to Christ (Rom. 7:1-6) Illustration;Sometimes we as Christians need to stop along life’s road and look back. Although it might have been winding and steep, we can see how God directed us by His faithfulness. Here’s how F.E. Marsh described what ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Learn The Right Lessons From Every Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Allow the Lord to teach you His will through every circumstance, relationship and personal problem.

How to Learn the Right Lessons from Every Situation (James 2:1-5) How do we allow the Lord to teach you His will through every circumstance, relationship and personal problem? Illustration:Learning usually passes through three states. In the beginning you learn the right answers. In the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Declaration Of Dependence

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Nov 3, 2001

Learning to seek first the Kingdom of God and trusting God to meet our needs as he has promised.

A young woman brought her fiancee to meet her parents. After dinner, her father asked the young man into his study for a chat. "So, what are your plans?" he began. "I’m a theology scholar," the young man replied. "Admirable!" the father said, "But what will you do to provide a nice home for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Beneath The Surface" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

A look at ourselves through the eyes of our heart.

“Beneath The Surface” Matthew 5:8 Beatitudes - #6 Intro: If Jesus came to your home today to spend a day or two If He came unexpectedly, I wonder what you’d do? I know you’d give your nicest room to such an honored Guest, And all the food you’d serve to him would be the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Mennonite