Sermons on Secular Guidance:

Guided By The Good Shepherd: A Journey Through Psalm 23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 2, 2024

In Psalm 23, we find comfort, assurance, and guidance as we walk alongside the Good Shepherd. Let us delve into this psalm together and discover the transformative truths it holds for our lives.

Guided by the Good Shepherd: A Journey Through Psalm 23 Introduction: Today we embark on a journey through one of the most beloved passages of Scripture, Psalm 23. In these timeless verses, we find comfort, assurance, and guidance as we walk alongside the Good Shepherd. Let us delve into this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3, Psalm 23:4, Psalm 23:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do We Face The Storms Of Life?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 25, 2024

Are you currently in a storm? Do you see a storm approaching? What will you do?

After preaching to a great multitude (Mark 4:1-29), it was evening time and Jesus told the disciples that he wanted to cross over to the other side. Why? We do not know. It may have been that he had grown tired and need some peace and quiet after such a long church service. So, the disciples took ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 8:23-27, Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformed By Truth: Embracing God's Higher Ways Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 29, 2024

Isaiah 55:8-9 reveals God's ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts are beyond our thoughts. This scripture invites us to embrace the transformative power of God's truth, which challenges our perspectives and leads us into alignment with His divine wisdom.

Transformed by Truth: Embracing God's Higher Ways Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound wisdom of Isaiah 55:8-9, where God's ways are revealed to be higher than our ways, and His thoughts beyond our thoughts. This scripture invites us to embrace the transformative power of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:8-9, Job 11:7-9, Romans 11:33-34, James 1:5, Psalm 25:9, Proverbs 22:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Clinging To Jesus Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Prioritize our relationship with Jesus and follow His teachings to grow in our faith and understanding of God's love.

Today, we're going to talk about a story from the Bible where Jesus heals a blind man. This story teaches us some important lessons about our faith and how we should live our lives. So, let's dive in! In John 9, Jesus heals a man who was born blind. This guy didn't even ask to be healed, but Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Topics: Faith, Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Biblical Teachings

Trust In Uncertainty Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Develop relational trust in God who loves and guides us, even in uncertain times.

Imagine you're blindfolded and trying to navigate through an obstacle course. You can't see where you're going, and you're unsure of what's ahead. But, you have a friend who can see everything and is guiding you through the course. You have to trust their voice and follow their instructions, even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Topics: Faith, Divine Guidance, Spiritual Strength, Overcoming Fear

When The Storm Comes Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

When the storms of life come, only Jesus will prevail as the firm and secure anchor for our souls.

Today, we're gonna talk about how to handle the storms of life. Those are the tough times when everything seems to be going wrong. But don't worry, we've got an awesome object lesson to help us understand this better. So, imagine you're on a boat, and suddenly a huge storm hits. What's the one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Faith, Overcoming Adversity, Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance

Remain Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Learning to remain firm and steadfast in Jesus, as He is the only firm and secure anchor for our souls.

Today, we're going to talk about remaining firm and steadfast in Jesus. Life can be pretty crazy sometimes, and it's easy to get distracted or lose our grip on what really matters. But Jesus is like the ultimate anchor, keeping us steady and secure no matter what storms come our way. So, let's dive ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8, Psalm 23:1-3

Topics: Faithfulness, Divine Guidance, Spiritual Strength, Jesus' Teachings

Over Our Present Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our choices reveal who reigns in our lives, and by changing our patterns and trusting God's will, we can experience a transformed life under the reign of love.

Today, we're going to talk about how God's love can change our lives right now, in the present. We're going to look at Romans 12:1-2 and see how our choices show who's in charge of our lives, how changing our patterns can change our lives, and how trading our will for God's will leads to the best ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Faith, Divine Guidance, Life Transitions, Spiritual Growth

The Shepherd's Psalm Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The Lord is our good shepherd who loves, protects, and cares for us in every season of life. When we make the Lord our shepherd, we lack nothing and find rest and refreshment. His goodness and mercy are ever-present, and we have the assurance of dwelling in His house forever.

Today, we're gonna chat about Psalm 23, a super famous Psalm that's all about how God's got our backs, no matter what. Imagine you're playing a video game. You're the character, and you've got to navigate through different levels, face enemies, and find resources. Now, imagine if you had a guide ...read more

Topics: Shepherd Imagery, Divine Guidance, Spiritual Nourishment, Protection

God Gets The Glory Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

David's story teaches us to keep our focus on God above all else. We must recognize the "giants" in our lives and trust that God is bigger and more powerful.

Today, we're gonna dig deep into the story of David. Let's jump into 1 Samuel 17:12-28. David was the youngest in his family, and his job was to look after the sheep. Not exactly glamorous, right? But God didn't care about that. He saw David's heart. Ever felt like you're not taken seriously ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:12-28

Topics: Spiritual Strength, Divine Guidance, Faith Healing, Resilience

Father's Day: Embracing God's Loving Presence Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 12, 2024

The main idea is to understand the importance of fathers, learn from God's example of being present and loving, and apply these lessons to our lives.

Studies show that having a loving and supportive dad makes a huge difference in a kid's life. Kids with involved dads do better in school, have better relationships, and feel better about themselves. But kids without a dad around can struggle. Every family is different, but a loving and present dad ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Topics: Fatherhood, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Leadership, Parental Guidance

Guided By God's Wisdom Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 3, 2023

Seeking God's wisdom and guidance in our lives, focusing on how God teaches us what is good for us and leads us on the right path.

"Guided by God's Wisdom" Introduction: Welcome the congregation and introduce the key verse: Isaiah 48:17 (NLT) - "I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is good for you and leads you along the paths you should follow." Explain that today's sermon will explore ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17, 2 Chronicles 1:7-12, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Teach Me, O Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023

In Psalm 143:10, we find a prayer for divine guidance and a recognition of God's role as our teacher and guide. His Spirit leads us on a sure and steady path.

"Teach Me, O Lord" Introduction: Today, we gather to explore the beautiful and heartfelt plea found in Psalm 143:10 from the New Living Translation. It reads, "Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing." Point 1: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:10, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Visionary View: Seeing God At Work In Your Life Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023

Exploring the miraculous and awe-inspiring ways in which God works in our lives. Let us carry with us the awareness of God's work in our lives. Let us be vigilant in seeking His guidance, trusting His timing, and recognizing His hand in all we do.

"Visionary View: Seeing God at Work in Your Life" Today, we embark on a journey of faith, exploring the miraculous and awe-inspiring ways in which God works in our lives. As always, we turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible. 1. Acknowledging God's Sovereignty: Let's ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9, Psalm 119:105, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prophetic Alignment Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 24, 2024

Prophetic Alignment" is a call to the church to tune into God's voice, align with His heart, and act on His direction. This sermon challenges believers to hear clearly, live obediently, and impact the world through prophetic action that reflects God’s will.

Throughout history, God has always spoken to His people. He has never left His church without direction, guidance, or His voice. The Bible is filled with stories of how God aligned His people with His purposes by speaking to and through His prophets. In these moments, prophetic alignment was not ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:7

Denomination: Other