Sermons on Relying:

Be God Confident Not Self Confident

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 24, 2019

To be self confident is pride and to be God confident is humility

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *BE GOD CONFIDENT NOT SELF CONFIDENT* 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 King James Version (KJV) 12 Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. 13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Charismatic

God Is Not Silent Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Aug 14, 2021

At times we feel that God is silent. Looks like God is not in response to any of our prayers. It seems to be like God has been silent. What are we supposed to do in that situation?

Jesus went into a boat with His disciples and He said unto them, "Let us go over unto the other side of the lake" Jesus foreknew about the wind and the storm in the middle of their journey but yet He has determined to take His disciples to the other side, to teach them something with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-26

Team God

Contributed by Je Layugan on Jan 6, 2021

Elijah (meaning “My God is Yahweh”) challenges the 450 prophets of baal (and other prophets) in a “my God, your gods face-off". Like Elijah, teaming up with God when facing battles in life will be a win-win situation.

STORY PRELUDE Elijah confronts King Ahab and challenges baal. He sets the basic rule of the face-off, that is to use woods and a bull to be consumed by their gods as they call them. Though he seems alone, Elijah is on the offense. In his turn to call his God, he prepares the Lord’s altar using ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let God Lead Your Battles SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

If you try to fight your battles without God's guidance, you may find yourself in trouble. Trust in Him and let Him lead the way.

Before we delve into this message, let us begin with a prayer: "Lord, scatter every enemy of my increase by fire, in Jesus' name." As you read this message, may the Lord touch you and destroy anything hindering your progress. Just as the Bible says, "I will bring honey out of the rock. I will bring ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:13

Topics: Trust In God, Divine Guidance

The Prayer Of Agur

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Oct 31, 2014

Agur was a mysterious man, mentioned in Proverbs who prayed a humble prayer that should be a model for all Christians.

The Prayer of Agur Introduction: ABC news in Alabama reported this week that Piedmont High school in Piedmont Alabama would no longer say prayers over the loud speakers at football games because they received a letter from the atheist organization called Freedom from Religion Foundation, out of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Simple Prayer For Complicated Times

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 3, 2020

In a culture that wants to hear and tell lies and are obsessed with who has what and how much they have, this prayer is a breath of fresh air. Our culture is very self-centered but Agur's prayer is God-centered.

Lessons From The Prayer of Agur Proverbs 30:7-9 Introduction: In recent years a lot of public attention has been focused on prayer. Our courts have banned prayer from public schools, public functions, and public display. And as we've seen in protest, regardless of opposition, it hasn't ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Methodist

There Is A Balm In Gilead PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024

This sermon explores the healing and restorative power of God's love and grace, symbolized by the balm of Gilead, in our lives today.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to look into the mirror of God's word, to see ourselves as He sees us, and to understand His heart towards us. What a privilege, what a joy it is to be in His presence, to be ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:21-22

Topics: Spiritual Healing, God

No Condemnation For Those Who Are In Christ Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

To show that JESUS needs to be our occupation here on earth, not the things, jobs, careers, businesses of this world, but always be occupied with GOD'S WORDS in the SPIRIT. Always be conscious of His Grace and Protection in our lives.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you occupied with the LORD JESUS? Yes. because He commanded it. Luke 19:13 (New King James Version) So he called ten of his servants, delivered to them ten minas, and said to them, 'Do business till I come.' II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Condemnation For Those Who Are In Christ Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that JESUS needs to be our occupation here on earth, not the things, jobs, careers, businesses of this world, but always be occupied with GOD'S WORDS in the SPIRIT. Always be conscious of His Grace and Protection in our lives.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you occupied with the LORD JESUS? Yes. because He commanded it. Luke 19:13 (New King James Version) So he called ten of his servants, delivered to them ten minas, and said to them, 'Do business till I come.' II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pattern Of Sound Teaching

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 17, 2013

To show that sound teaching is based on Paul's life, in faith with CHRIST JESUS and in love with CHRIST JESUS.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have the pattern of sound teaching? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that sound teaching is based on Paul's life, in faith with CHRIST JESUS and in love with CHRIST JESUS. IV. TEXT: 2 Timothy 1:13 (Amplified Bible) Hold fast and follow the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hannah

Contributed by Dawn Duryea on Mar 4, 2024

The story of Hannah is not well known and today it is given as an alternative reading to the more familiar story of Samuel’s call. So, let us dive into this tale of Hannah.

Hannah is a young woman, married to Elkanah. But she is not his only wife, Elkanah has another wife called Peninnah. Hannah is his first wife, but she has not been blessed with children, we are told twice that the Lord had “closed her womb” (vs. 5, 6). In contrast to Hannah, Peninnah (whose ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Humble Trust Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 11, 2025

This is the 22nd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#22] THE POWER OF HUMBLE TRUST Luke 7:1-10 Introduction: As we celebrate Mother's Day, we remember the love, sacrifices, and humility of mothers. Mothers often show us what humble trust looks like- Trusting in God's plan even when things are uncertain and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Faithfulness--God's And Yours

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 17, 2004

We are in partnership with God. He is always faithful but the other side of the coin is that we need to be faithfulful to Him as well.

Iliff and Saltillo UM September 19, 2004 Faithfulness --God’s and Yours Joshua 23:1-16 INTRODUCTION: In chapter 23 the great leader of Israel had reached old age and this chapter records some of his last words to the people. To the very end of his life he remained full of faith and full ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Related By Grace

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We continue to see how God develops His relationship with us through the covenant.

Introductory Considerations 1. We are related by God. As we saw last week God established a relationship with Adam and with mankind including you and me. 2. The relationship was one in which He gave us life and in which He calls us to trust in Him and obey Him. To obey Him meant mainly thing - ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"A Cinderella Story"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 25, 2006

Obstacles can only be overcome by faith.

1 Samuel 17:1a, 4-11, 19-23, 32-49 Mark 4:35-41 “A Cinderella Story” Certainly the Bible makes it quite clear that God’s power is able to come out of the so-called “least of these,” and therefore anyone of us can do mighty things for God through faith! And the story of David defeating the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-49

Denomination: United Methodist