Sermons on reluctant: showing 241-255 of 3,130

Faith On Trial

Contributed by Timothy Brown on Jan 30, 2010

Our faith will be tested. The question is can we stand up to the test?

Text: Acts 5:27-32 Title: Faith on Trial Introduction: (play Perry Mason track) Raymond Burr (the eponymous attorney Perry Mason), Barbara Hale (Perry’s very capable private and proper secretary Della Street), William Hopper (Perry’s detective of choice Paul Drake), Connie Cezon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Review Of "The Case For Christ"

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 2, 2010

Digestible Evidential Apologetics

In the field of apologetics, leadership is often taken by scholars in the discipline of philosophy as such academics are often inclined to point out the inconsistencies of various belief systems and the rational superiority of the Christian faith. While such efforts will always be at the forefront ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Obedience, Faith, Jesus And The Centurion

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 28, 2023

Three stories: the centurion's faith and humility, the response of Jesus, and the healing of the anonymous mom.

Saturday of the 12th Week in Course 2023 There are really three stories in today’s Gospel. The first is about the Roman centurion asking for healing for a valued servant, paralyzed by some accident or illness. It shows that the centurion had compassion. Servant in the first century almost always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-17, Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Catholic

Lead

Contributed by Louis Mare on Sep 10, 2023

In a rapidly shifting world, the constant call for leadership remains ever-present. But leadership isn't just about positions and titles; it's about influence, integrity, and service.

Introduction In a rapidly shifting world, the constant call for leadership remains ever-present. But leadership isn't just about positions and titles; it's about influence, integrity, and service. I. Moses – Reluctant but Faithful Leader In-Depth Look: Moses wasn’t born into leadership. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12, Hebrews 11:24-26, 1 Samuel 18:3-4, Daniel 1:8, Esther 4:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Daniel Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Feb 21, 2008

The example of how to cope when the world wants to fit you into its mould.

Daniel – Chapter 1 A. Chapter 1 Outline I. Daniel The Prophet (1:1-7) a. Babylonian Conquest (1:1-2) b. The Kings Command (1:3-5) c. The Hebrew Captives (1:6-7) II. Daniel’s Problem (1:8-10) a. Daniel’s Request (1:8-9) b. Ashpenaz’s Reluctance (1:10) III. Daniel’s Proposition (1:11-16) a. Their ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Proper Response To Leadership Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 4, 2006

#27 in series on Hebrews. How a church member should respond to godly leadership.

A Study of Hebrews “Jesus Is Better” Sermon # 27 “A Proper Response To Leadership” Hebrews 13.7-18 Today’s text is one of those that a pastor comes to with some reluctance. The reason for this reluctance is the fear ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Andrew - Always On The Lookout Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 14, 2005

When it comes to being disciples we can fall into the trap of thinking that we have to be an upfront person otherwise we cannot be effective witnesses. The example of Andrew demonstrates that such is not the case.

Message John 1:35-42 Andrew - Always on the Lookout Message Have you noticed that there are many “lists” available for living successfully in this world? • Here are the 12 steps for those who are struggling with debt. • Recently I was emailed a list of “36 habits to reduce stress”. • Then there ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Or The Worker Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 17, 2007

Which matters most to you - doing the job or getting the credit? That’s what Barak faces in a battle against Israel’s enemies. He makes the right choice - do we? Also - letting God do a complete work of healing in our lives.

Chapters 4 and 5 of Judges are a real bright spot in a book that is mostly bleak and depressing. Not only do we see a great victory but it also features some real role reversals. This time it’s not the guys who shine, but the gals. We have a woman, Deborah, who is both a judge and a prophetess. I ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Exodus 5 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 11, 2009

verse-by-verse

Have you ever thought about just how transparent Moses was about himself when he wrote the book of Exodus? Under the inspiration of the Spirit, Moses wrote about everything surround the deliverance of the Jews from Egypt. He shared the good the bad and the ugly. Many times in the book he shared his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Amidst Fear Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 8, 2009

This sermon is the first of five from a sermon series on the book of Joshua entitled: Faith Factor. We learn that just as God promised to be with Joshua he promises to be with us. That promise doesn’t just give us peace; it gives us courage. (Sermon adapt

A child watching him would have wondered why this soldier was so reluctant to cross a little stream? Surely he wasn’t afraid of the water, was he? No, Julius Caesar was not afraid of water. In fact there wasn’t much that famed Roman general was afraid of. Nevertheless Caesar was reluctant to cross ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

If You Don't Ask, The Answer Is "No!"

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jul 26, 2010

Through the Lord's Prayer and the parable and teachings that follow, Jesus teaches us not only how we should pray, but about the nature of the One to whom we pray. Jesus assures us that God answers prayer!

“She’s like a kid in a candy store!” You all have heard this expression before, right? When we say that someone is “like a kid in a candy store,” we are saying that person is exhibiting a complete, unguarded, total excitement about some experience. I believe you know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Choosing The Road Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 9, 2013

This is the fifth message in a series on the life of Moses and shows that being God's man is never easy. This message examines how God calls us to choose the road of obedience even when it is the most difficult way.

Most of us will accept the idea that God has a plan for our lives. However, we often struggle with the notion that God could use us in a significant way to impact the Kingdom. Why do we have this struggle? Because we know what we are really like and we know our failures. Needless to say it takes a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Environmental Responsibility

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Apr 24, 2009

I am a firm believe that while the Bible contains the Word of God that speaks to every area of our lives, we as Christians have allowed the world to take the lead on ethical, moral, and even spiritual issues. And environmental responsibility is one area

Christian Environmental Responsibility Genesis 1:28 Sermon by CH (CPT) Keith J. Andrews All scripture marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English Standard Version. Wheaton : Standard Bible Society, 2001, S. 1. In my stay in Iraq this year, I have notice one image that is repeatedly on my mind and that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28

Denomination: Baptist

A Futile Effort Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 13, 2019

God spoke to Jonah, calling him to go and cry against Nineveh. Foolishly, Jonah thought he could flee the presence of God. However, God intended for Nineveh to hear a warning, and He intended Jonah to deliver that warning. It is futile to try and flee God's presence!

A Futile Effort Jonah 1: 1-10 Having considered the introduction for Jonah, I want to remind us of the major theme of the book. Most tend to focus solely on Jonah’s miraculous deliverance from the belly of the great fish, but that is just one scene from this account in Scripture. In fact, that ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Tis Midnight And On Olive's Brow Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 14, 2014

A sermon on Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane (Outline from James E. Smith's book, The Longest Night In the Bible; So What? from Damluka Friday Pele)

HoHum: Michael Card’s song In the Garden: Trembling with fear, alone in the garden Battle before the final war Blood became tears, there in the garden To fall upon the silent stone There in the darkness the Light And the darkness stood still Two choices, one tortured will And there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ