Sermons on Run Away From God:

Feel Like Quitting?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 29, 2010

Ever felt like quitting? Ready to throw in the towel? You seek to live for the Lord, to serve Him but everything just goes the opposite of the way you hoped. You’re discouraged and want to run away. You're not alone

Feel like Quitting? Jeremiah 20:7-18 Introduction: Have you ever felt like quitting? Ready to just throw in the towel? You seek to live for the Lord and to serve Him but it seems like everything just goes the opposite of the way you hoped. You’ve become discouraged and wish you could just ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Departure Of Jesus From This World

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2012

We find Jesus talking about His approaching death. In this passage we will find that Jesus’ death did three things, so that is where we will focus our attention. 1. His death brought a threefold glory. 2. His death demanded a new commandment. 3. His d

Last week we ended our study with Judas being asked by Jesus to go and do quickly what he was going to do. Tonight we find Jesus talking about His approaching death. In tonight’s passage we will find that Jesus’ death did three things, so that is where we will focus our ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Words From The Cross

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 14, 2017

A Good Friday sermon.

FIRST WORD: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34 I don’t suppose you’re surprised to hear Jesus forgive. That’s what he came to do. It was his mission just as a UN peacekeeper’s mission is to keep the peace, not stir up trouble. But what did Jesus mean: “…forgive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Learning To Discern Good From Evil

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jan 19, 2008

Satan does not come to tempt us with things that seem evil. He tempts us with things that seem good and turn out to be evil. We must learn to discern the difference between God and Satan and between good and evil

"Calming and Quieting the Emotions: Learning to Discern Good from Evil" SERIES TEXT – Hebrews 4:12 – For the word of God is quick and powerful and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit and the joints and marrow and is a discerner of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14

Denomination: Charismatic

Where On Earth Did Marriage Come From?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2004

This sermon attempts to provide a biblical basis for why God created marriage and rebuts the idea of the acceptance of homosexual marriages in our culture today.

Where On Earth Did Marriage Come From? 3/11/2004 Genesis 2:18-25 Ephesians 5:22-33 Suppose you brought you a shiny gold brand new Lexus. You’re looking real good going down the highway. But when you get home, you notice this funny sound when you stop. The next day you notice this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God And The Workplace

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 5, 2018

So what does God say about work and what does He expect from us concerning those we come in contact with at work?

God and the Workplace Prayer- I want to look at the act of working this morning. Work is a necessity for survival but for some it is their life. (Workaholics) To some they dread going to work. (Not doing what they would like to do) For a select few working is their happy place. So what does ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Life-Changing Impact Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2013

Sermon based on Jesus' parable of The Prodigal Son - Helps listeners understand that the impact of the love & grace of God will forever change their lives, no matter how far away from God they are.

“LIFE-CHANGING IMPACT” Luke 15:11-32 INTRO – Today, we are going to think about IMPACT again, but from another angle & perspective. Not necessarily going to consider how we can impact others for the K’dom of God & for the glory of God. We’re going to consider how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Wages Of Sin Is 'aaaughh!' Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 13, 2025

Sin always pays its wages — and the result is death. We all run somewhere when confronted with our guilt — but where we run makes all the difference. Temporary fixes and “spiritual tourniquets” cannot save us; only Jesus can bring true healing and freedom.

### **Introduction – “AAAUGHH!”** Video Ill.: Goulash — The Skit Guys It has been a few weeks since we started our series The Gospel According to Peanuts, so let us take a moment to remind ourselves where we have been and why we are here. This series is all about taking the timeless truths of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Matthew 7:13-14, Romans 7:24-25, John 15:5, Deuteronomy 30:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sucked In, Washed Up And Blown Over

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 3, 2013

Yes there are times when life can make us feel "Sucked in, washed up, and Blown over" Yet in the midst of what the world offers we can have peace. "Peace I leave with you, Peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Updated May 2019.

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service; we have four readings before the message is shared. The readings for this day were Acts 16:9-15; Psalm 67; Revelation 21:10,22-22:5 and John 14:23-29 You can trust me ... Go ahead and Jump! I do not think there is a parent ... or a grandparent ... ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-11, Hebrews 13:8, Matthew 11:30, John 14:23-29

Denomination: Anglican

David's Mighty Men Protect Keilah From The Philistines Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 19, 2023

David is inspired by God to move to protect Israel from an enemy nation that has constantly assaulted them. The Philistines are attacking Keilah. David asks God what to do.

One day news came to David that the Philistines were at Keilah stealing grain from the threshing floors. David asked the Lord, “Should I go and attack them?” “Yes, go and save Keilah,” the Lord told him. -1st Samuel 23:1-2 David gang of followers are hiding out in the caves, in the fields, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:26-29

Denomination: Salvation Army

Serving God Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 16, 2021

Taken from the Sermon Central Series and heavily edited, Pastor John teaches us on the blessing and peace we can have by simply serving God.

Serving God Established - Week 4: Scripture: John 13:1- Over the last few weeks we have been in a series called, Established. We're talking about what it means to have a relationship with God. What it means to build this close relationship, not just knowing things about God, but actually ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Get There From Here

Contributed by Roosevelt Wright on Nov 5, 2000

How to get to heaven from one's present position in life

How to get "There" from "Here" A Sermon by Roosevelt Wright, Jr. For the Tabernacle Baptist Church Monroe, La. October 12, 1997 SCRIPTURE: "And I will bring the blind by a way that they knew not; I will lead them in paths ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God’s Guidance Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 29, 2010

We seek after it... We receive it into our lives... We test it to make sure its from God... but until we fully learn to TRUST God’s guidance, our Christian walk will NEVER be what God wants it to be for the simple reason that we trust ourself MORE than we

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: July 27, 2010 Date Preached: Aug 1, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Finding God’s Guidance in this World Title: Trusting In God’s Guidance Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 ETS: The writer of Proverbs wanted his readers to rely on Godly wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Safe From Secret Traps Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 29, 2020

Unknowingly we walk into traps that the evil one sets for us. The traps of offence are well hidden. It happens everywhere, at home, at office and even at Church..... Here is a great message on identifying such traps and escaping them in order to save our souls.

Keep me Safe from Secret Traps We read in Psalm 91:3, “The Lord will keep you safe from secret traps and deadly diseases.” (CEV) In this study we will meditate on this part of the verse mentioned above, where the Lord assures us that He is able to keep us safe from falling into secret traps. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:3

Denomination: Other

I Am From Above

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 21, 2018

How We See Jesus, How We See Other People

I AM - I AM from Above May 27, 2018 John 8:12-23 (p. 746) Introduction: [For the 15 years I ministered in Louisville I had the privilege of being on WJIE the Christian radio station 3 times a day doing a “Ministry Minute.” 60 seconds of encouragement, scripture, or just a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ