Sermons on Renewal Of Vows:

Being Wise In Our Worship Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 16, 2009

10th in a series from Ecclesiastes. Wise worship of God is focused on him, not on us.

In the last couple of weeks, I have run across a couple of news articles that reflect some disturbing trends in worship here in the United States. Earlier this week, many of you may have seen some of the results from a study performed by The Program on Public Values at Trinity College in Hartford, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Good As Your Word

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 13, 2010

God expects us to be honest in our dealings with others, and when we are it will eliminate the need for vows in most cases.

Good as Your Word Matthew 5:33-37 INTRODUCTION A. Truth is sometimes hard to find. 1. There was a time when people were as good as their word and some still are. 2. There were no written contracts (try to buy a car now and tell the guy, “Don’t worry about it. I’ll pay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 6, 2018

God is living and he makes the Promises to his followers and Devotees. He keeps up the promises and he expects his disciples to follow throughout their life journey. That is known as Covenant life.

Genesis 28:10-22 Introduction: Promises are not the vision given to people. Promises are given beyond imagination against odd situations. Promises are made to inculcate faith, trust, integrity and to rely on God. Promises in the Bible are very unique, though common in all languages. Unchanging ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Methodist

Giving Birth To A Nazirite

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 26, 2021

The key of this Nazirite vow is this: verse 8'All the days of his separation he is holy to the LORD.’ Awesome! Awesome!

GIVING BIRTH TO A NAZIRITE Judges 13:5 "For behold, you shall conceive and give birth to a son, and no razor shall come upon his head, for the boy shall be a Nazirite to God from the womb; and he shall begin to deliver Israel from the hands of the Philistines." INTRODUCTION: Let me ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prayer That Heaven Waited For

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Mar 6, 2025

There are moments in life when our prayers seem to echo in silence. Weeks stretch into months, months into years, and still, the heavens remain quiet. The story of Hannah beautifully mirrors the journey many of us face — a journey of waiting, weeping, and wondering if God is truly listening.

There are moments in life when our prayers seem to echo in silence. Weeks stretch into months, months into years, and still, the heavens remain quiet. The story of Hannah beautifully mirrors the journey many of us face — a journey of waiting, weeping, and wondering if God is truly listening. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:7-11, 1 Samuel 2:21

Reverent Worship - Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 19, 2025

Why does Scripture speak of making vows to God? What is the purpose of making a vow? How does it help in your walk with the Lord? When should we make a vow, and when should we avoid making a vow?

Ecclesiastes 5:1 Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Better to draw near in obedience (lit. draw near to listen) than to offer the sacrifice as fools do, for they ignorantly do wrong. 2 Do not be hasty to speak, and do not be impulsive to make a speech before God. (lit. do not be ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

From Pain To Promise

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

we're exploring a story from the Bible about Hannah. This story is more than just an ancient tale; it's about facing tough times and finding hope.

"Good morning! Today, we're exploring a story from the Bible about Hannah. This story is more than just an ancient tale; it's about facing tough times and finding hope. Like a gardener seeing potential in a bare plot, Hannah's story reminds us that in our empty moments, something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Ingredients For Spiritual Renewal - Part I

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Mar 11, 2002

In order to experience Spiritual renewal, we need to understand the ingredients that lead to it.

II Samuel 12:13 Under some circumstances, to have someone say, “you the man”, is a welcomed idea. In David’s situation, however, it wasn’t. For David to be the man meant that He was worthy of the punishment he prescribed for the acts of the man described by Nathan. What David did in response to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

Ingredients For Spiritual Renewal - Part Ii

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Mar 12, 2002

In order to experience Spiritual renewal, we need to understand the ingredients that lead to it.

II Samuel 12:13 Under some circumstances, to have someone say, “you the man”, is a welcomed idea. In David’s situation, however, it wasn’t. For David to be the man meant that He was worthy of the punishment he prescribed for the acts of the man described by Nathan. What David did in response to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

A New Year—a Time Of Renewal

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003

A New Year’s Message

A NEW YEAR—A TIME OF RENEWAL Psalm 51:10 INTRO: Good Evening, and welcome to 2003. What comes to mind with a new year? Black eyed peas, football games, parades, inventory time, new year’s resolutions, after Christmas sales, or parties? A new year is a time of: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Good News: Revisit, Repent, Renew

Contributed by Philip Gill on Jan 25, 2003

Jesus’ message was and is one that demands a response. Even more than a response we are challenged to make a commitment that requires that we revisit and if necessary repent and renew our faith.

Believe the Good News - Revisit, Repent and Renew. Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news." Mark 1.14-15 I was a big thing - for Andrew and Simon, James and John and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Anglican

Experiencing Renewed Vision (Lesson 5)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003

Series: What Happens When the Church Prays?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Go everywhere. Where had Jesus told them to go? “Go ye into all the world” (Mark 16:15). 2. Evangelize. “What had Jesus told them to do? “Preach the gospel to every person” (Mark 16:15). 3. Followers in every nation. What results did Jesus expect? “Make disciples in every ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Renews Your Purpose In Life

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 27, 2007

The demon possessed man had totally lost his purpose in life. Jesus restored it. This sermon aims to encourage people to know the purpose God has for them.

A little camel asks mummy camel, “Mummy, why have I got such big flat feet?” She replies, “Well darling, in the desert you need big flat feet because the sand is soft and they help us to keep stable.” The little camel goes away but then comes back. “Mummy, why have I got such big eyelashes?” “Well ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Anglican

Why Are We Dependent On The Spirit For Renewal

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 23, 2001

Why are we dependent on the Spirit for renewal? He renews with His love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control. Only His renewal makes us sufficient for life’s challenges.

Titus 3:5 Theme - We are continually dependent on the Spirit’s ministry of renewal. Why are some believers lacking a fresh sense of cleansing, hope, and love? Freedom from sin’s oppression requires a continual application of the Spirit’s grace. Illustration: Sometime back the Associated Press ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Renewal:women's Challenge To The Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon was preached on a Women’s Day Celebration and involes how God used Deborah and Jael to bring about His plans and purposes for the nation. My wife and I preached this sermon together.

Spiritual Renewal: Women’s Challenge To The Church Women’ Day 9:30 September 20, 1992 Text Judges 4 Ps19:1-7 Romans 8:31-39 TOBY .ls2 Speak to us O God, that which we need to hear this day concerning our spirittual renewal as your people ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed