Sermons on Requires A Response:

Celebrating The Grandparents Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 23, 2018

If Mary’s response to the angel was an enthusiastic “yes,” then we can look to her parents for their own constant response to God’s commands, their answer of “yes” to His will.

Thursday of the 16th Week in Course 2018 Ss Joachim and Anne, parents of Mary Today we commemorate two of the great persons of salvation history, the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary, whom tradition calls Joachim and Anne. Scripture implies that Mary had a family, and the Annunciation almost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35, Matthew 13:16-17

Denomination: Catholic

Raising The Bar Of Excellence Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Nov 12, 2002

This is part of a series of sermons that encourage believers to take a personal responsibility for the growth and ministry of the church.

RAISING THE BAR OF EXCELLENCE Colosians 3:17 INTRODUCTION: ILL> This summer our son Alan was in the play ¡°Big River¡± which was performed at the Bucyrus Little Theater. Ken Barnett from MG High School was the director. Not long before the first performance they had a dress rehearsal. Mr. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victory In The Midst Of Destruction Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 14, 2012

All on the ark escaped the destruction of the Flood. Divinely designed destruction can be escaped. But How? Victory in the midst of destruction requires...

Series: SUPPLANTING The LEGACY Of WICKEDNESS—Genesis 6:9—10:32 A—REMOVAL STRATEGY—Genesis 6:9-22 Toward Removing the Legacy of Wickedness B—VICTORY In The MIDST Of DESTRUCTION—Genesis 7:1-24 C—SALVATION(Waiting for Normal)—Genesis 8:1-19 D—RESPONSE—Genesis 8:20-22 E—POTENTIAL For ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Persuasive Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 19, 2002

Exodus 32 tells us God changed His mind. But He can’t do that can He?

OPEN: The story is told of the sharecropper who was charged with stealing his landlord’s mule. The landlord was a rich and domineering man who had few friends among the common people, but the evidence against the defendant was overwhelming. When the jury retired to consider the verdict, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Hand In Haiti

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 16, 2010

This message is a response to the crisis in Haiti. May God bless and provide for those who are suffering there and may we be His hands and feet!

God’s Hand in Haiti What happened in Haiti this week has shaken the entire world. As the scenes and stories of destruction keep coming in from the news media and the faces of these poor hurting people splash across our computer and TV screens into our comfortable homes; who is not shaken by ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Place Of Service

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 27, 2025

The place of service is a place of honour, blessings, and spiritual fulfilment. God does not call people to sit on the sidelines; He calls them to serve. Whether in the church, in our communities, or in our daily lives, we must be willing to serve with humility, diligence, and commitment.

THE PLACE OF SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 20:26-28 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, Galatians 5:13, Colossians 3:23-24, 1 Peter 4:10, John 12:26 INTRODUCTION Service is at the heart of the Christian life. Jesus Christ, our perfect example, did not come to be served but to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Pentecost: Signs And Wonders Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 7, 2024

Today, we embark on a journey into the powerful theme of Pentecost and the signs and wonders that accompany the outpouring of God's Spirit. We will draw insights from the prophetic words of the book of Joel, exploring how these truths are relevant and impactful for us today.

The Power of Pentecost: Signs and Wonders Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey into the powerful theme of Pentecost and the signs and wonders that accompany the outpouring of God's Spirit. We will draw insights from the prophetic words of the book of Joel, exploring how these truths are ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:16-18, Acts 2:21, Acts 2:43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Experience The Depth Of God’s Love - Romans 5:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 5, 2025

Love is a word that is often used but seldom understood in its truest depth. Human love can be flawed, conditional, and inconsistent. But the love of God is beyond human comprehension—it is unconditional, sacrificial, and unchanging.

Go! And Experience the Depth of God’s Love - Romans 5:8 Introduction: Love is a word that is often used but seldom understood in its truest depth. Human love can be flawed, conditional, and inconsistent. But the love of God is beyond human comprehension—it is unconditional, sacrificial, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8, John 3:16, 1 John 4:10, Ephesians 2:4-5, 1 John 3:16, 1 John 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Trust In God’s Faithfulness - Lamentations 3:22-23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 10, 2025

Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds us that no matter what we face, God’s love and mercy are constant. We are called to trust Him in every season of life.

Go! And Trust in God’s Faithfulness Introduction Lamentations 3:22-23 (NLT) declares: "The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning." These verses remind us that no matter what we face, God’s love and ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23, Hebrews 13:8, Malachi 3:6, Psalm 103:8, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 8:28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, James 1:22, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Takes Over The Battle Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

When you truly hand over your battle to God, He takes full responsibility for the outcome. Hezekiah’s decision to pray, not panic, changed the course of history.

WHEN GOD TAKES OVER THE BATTLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 19:14-37 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:14; Psalm 46:10-11; 2 Chronicles 20:15-22; Isaiah 37:14-36; Romans 8:31 INTRODUCTION: King Hezekiah of Judah was facing a national crisis. The mighty Assyrian king, Sennacherib, had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 19:14-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sudden Visitation Of Mercy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

Divine mercy is the expression of God’s love that moves Him to help, heal, and rescue us when we least deserve it. Mercy is not earned—it is received.

SUDDEN VISITATION OF MERCY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:68-69 Supporting Texts: Psalm 102:13, Romans 9:15-16, Isaiah 60:10, John 5:1-9, Lamentations 3:22-23 INTRODUCTION: Divine mercy is the expression of God’s love that moves Him to help, heal, and rescue us when we least deserve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-69

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Obedience In Battle Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 7, 2025

Obedience to divine instructions is the key that unlocks supernatural victories and pulls down strongholds.

THE POWER OF OBEDIENCE IN BATTLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 6:15-20 Key Verse: “By faith the walls of Jericho fell down, after they were compassed about seven days.” — Hebrews 11:30 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-2; Isaiah 1:19; John 2:5; Luke 5:4-6; 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:15-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Just Doing My Duty"

Contributed by Jeremy Raby on Sep 10, 2011

Sermon on the 10th anniversary of 9-1, about the churches responsibility in all this.

This morning is the 10th anniversary of 9-11. Certainly we want to pause and remember the things that transpired on that day, certainly we want to remember the lives that were lost at the hands of terrorist, who for the first time attacked us on our own soil. I remember the day well. I was an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Serving God Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Apr 10, 2008

The Role, Responsibilities, and Reward for Pastors or anyone who has a sphere of spiritual influence.

Serving God – 1Peter 5:1-4 Intro: According to several confirmed sources across denominational lines: Today: in regards to: Pastors: - Fifteen hundred pastors leave the ministry each month due to moral failure, spiritual burnout or contention in their churches. - Four thousand new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Husbands Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018

message 22 in our study of Colossians exploring the responsibility of husbands to love their wives.

Chico Alliance Church “Loving Husbands” Review What does God want us to know through our study of this letter over the past several months? First, Paul demonstrates an effective prayer life. Paul exhibits Powerful prayer 1:3-12 Offers thanksgiving to the Father Offers petitions to the Father ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance