Sermons on Sit Before God:

Waiting On God

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 1, 2002

Advent reminds us that people have always waited on God. And so will we. Why? Because waiting plays an important role in our spiritual growth.

Today is the first Sunday in the season of the Christian year called Advent. The word "Advent" simply means arrival, or coming, and so during the next four weeks we will be celebrating the arrival of Christ. During Advent, we look back at the time when God became an infant child, born in a stable ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Messengers Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 25, 2013

Hosea brings an important message to the people of God through his life and his preaching. God put Hosea in a difficult position where he was living out his message while he was preaching it to God’s people. This was extremely difficult, but also showed

GOD’S MESSENGERS CHAPTER 15, “THE STORY” Hosea 1-14 INTRODUCTION… “The Story” so far by the numbers This morning as we begin to think about this chapter in the story, I want to share some numbers with you: 15 is the number of weeks we have been going through ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Drawn To God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Aug 20, 2024

If you see a bunch of rednecks laughing at the Mona Lisa, where you hear them say, “I’d rather see a painting of dogs playing poker,” you understand what’s going on. Jesus says to these Jews, “The Mona Lisa is in front of you, and you grumble because you want dogs playing poker.”

We continue our series of hearing from our Captain, the Lord Jesus Christ. We continue our series in the gospel of John. I invite you to find your Bibles and find John 6 with me. If you were to pause to consider some of the most important speeches in American history, you might think about Patrick ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-54, John 6:59, 1 John 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Waiting Series

Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013

An examination of the Rich Young Ruler.

I was playing flag football right and my body was saying- What are you doing? And I would try to run like you know go over there right now and I would like, my brain would say – go! And my legs would say - nah I think I’m gonna stay right here. I like it right here so my legs are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God In The Dark

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 5, 2023

God made atonement as Jesus hung on the cross. All who receive Him as Master over life are brought into the family of God, forgiven all sin, and saved forever.

“From the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?’ that is, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’ And some of the bystanders, hearing it, said, ‘This man is calling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Baptist

God In The Dark

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 29, 2020

Where was God when Jesus was crucified? The divine mystery is that God provided Himself as a sacrifice for sinful man. We are humbled by this knowledge, and eternally blessed.

“From the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?’ that is, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’ And some of the bystanders, hearing it, said, ‘This man is calling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Baptist

"God's Forgiveness.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 8, 2002

March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple Title: “God’s forgiveness.” Psalm 130

March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple Title: “God’s forgiveness.” Psalm 130 This is an individual lament for sin and an expression of confidence that God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is For Me

Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 1, 2002

How did David make it through one of the darkest valleys of his life? By knowing that God was on his side!

GOD IS FOR ME!! Psalms 56:1-13 The 56th Psalm has somewhat of an interesting subscription to say the least. If you’ll notice just over verse #1 of this particular Psalm, we can gather that it was addressed to the chief musician. And then notice these words, “Upon Jonath-elem-rechokim,”. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

God Is For Me

Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 1, 2002

How did David make it through one of the darkest valleys of his life? By knowing that God was on his side!

GOD IS FOR ME!! Psalms 56:1-13 The 56th Psalm has somewhat of an interesting subscription to say the least. If you’ll notice just over verse #1 of this particular Psalm, we can gather that it was addressed to the chief musician. And then notice these words, “Upon Jonath-elem-rechokim,”. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Imitating God.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 11, 2001

Year C Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany February 18th, 2001

Year C Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany February 18th, 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Heavenly Father thank you for your kindness and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

A Faithful God Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Mar 11, 2006

Hebrews 6 tells us much about God’s character: • He is just • He doesn’t change His mind • He cannot lie

Characteristics of God ch 6 con’t As we have seen this chapter teaches us about the characteristics that Christians should display: • Love to the Brethren – your work and labour of love v10 • Diligence and perseverance vv 11-12 • Hope – an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast v19 but it also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Grace Series

Contributed by Charles King on Mar 27, 2006

God reveals Himself in a progressive way through His everlasting covenant relationship.

Sermon: God’s Grace Prepared by: Rev Charles King, D.Min. Taken from a series about God’s Covenant relationship with mankind November 2005 Noah found grace in the eyes of God [1] At creation God initiated a covenant with all mankind. It includes every human including those ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Small God Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 26, 2005

Idolatry is alive and well in the church today. Any time we try to make Yahweh into a manageable size we have broken the Second command.

Please turn with me to Exodus 20:1-17. As I said last week every week that we discuss the 10 laws of Grace we will begin by hearing them. I love stories about kids so I thought I would share this one with you. Little Sara looked forward to the end of the school day. The last 30 minutes in Ms. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Foolishness Of God

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 7, 2006

So what is this message, what is the wisdom of God that transcends mans wisdom, this is the foolishness that is preached, so that God is pleased through the foolishness of what is preached to save those who believe

What would you have done? Allow your mind to open for a moment, drift with me and consider If you were God, think of it if you had the power to create all things as he has and the power to know all things as he does and no one could tell you what to do… Then In your wisdom oh mighty one what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Servant Of God Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 5, 2004

Moses, Pt. 15 of 15

THE SERVANT OF GOD (DEUTERONOMY 34) A friend sent me an e-mail with the subject “God’s resume.” The cover letter reads: To Whom It May Concern, I heard you were considering a new manager in your life. I would like to apply for the job. I believe I am the most qualified candidate. I created the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible