Sermons on Sovereign Choice:

Casual Christians Will Become Casualties

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 25, 2023

Barna research contrasted captive & casual believers, which we can see in Abraham & Lot. We'll see how their faith, or lack of it, guided their choices, and see the outcome of their choices.

CASUAL CHRISTIANS WILL BECOME CASUALTIES Gen. 13:1-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BAD-MOUTHING TO THE WRONG PERSON. An elderly woman came into church. An usher asked her where she’d like to sit. She said, “I’d like to sit down front.” The usher said, “No, you don’t want to sit down there; our pastor is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Humility Is A Virtue, Not A Vice Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 28, 2006

Everyday and throughout the day, we choose between humility and pride. But how important is this choice? According to Peter, very important.

HUMILITY IS A VIRTUE, NOT A VICE (I Peter 5:5-6) 1. Humility can be one of the toughest challenges of the Christian life. 2. Leonard Bernstein was once asked which instrument was the most difficult to play. He thought for a moment and then replied, "The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What About The Kids? Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 22, 2018

Part 43 in our Genesis series, discussing Esau and Jacob and God's plan for them.

What About the Kids? (Genesis pt. 43) Text: Genesis 25:12 – 34 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Well, the last time we were here… last Sunday, we looked at the death of Abraham. And now Genesis is moving on from Abraham to his children and his grandchildren. And this passage today is one of those ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:12-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Function In A World Gone Mad Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 5, 2022

To function in a world gone mad, remember that God sent a world-wide flood, resist the urge to submit to the world's demands, and submit to God alone, your sovereign savior.

Once upon a time, there was a family of mice who lived all of their lives in a large piano. Often, the music of the instrument filled the dark spaces of their world with beautiful melodies, countermelodies and harmonies. At first, the mice were very impressed. They drew comfort from the thought ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:6-24, Psalm 29:10, 2 Peter 3:5-7, 2 Peter 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Life I Want

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

People don't always know that the life they want is in Jesus.

Two sailboats slice through the waves of a vast sea. Both are seeking the shore. The crew of one vessel turns against the wind, thinking to find harbor in that direction. But, unknown to them, they are headed for a life-threatening storm, and their little craft will not survive. The crew of the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Inside Connections And The Jewish Trial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

Peter’s denial and the Jewish trial of Jesus opens our eyes to the nature of sinful mankind and society...and to God’s Sovereign Purposes which cannot be thwarted

Note: this is a bulletin insert that I included with the sermon. The actual sermon follows below it. Ed Inside Connections and The Jewish Trial of Jesus (Luke 22:54-65; John 18:12-27; Matt. 26:57-75; Mark 14:54-72) Have you ever noticed this verse about John sneaking Peter into the courtyard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-65, John 18:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Once Again The Cosmic Christ

Contributed by Craig Dumont on May 3, 2006

Reorienting our vision of Jesus Christ as the Sovereign Lord and King of the universe. Christ is completely victorious and our view of Christ determines our actions and faith here on earth.

Once Again The Cosmic Christ By Craig R. Dumont, Sr. Psalm 99:1-5 & Psalm 110 Historian Will Durant wrote perhaps the most popular multi-volume series on the history of civilization. Volume three is titled Caesar and Christ and he starts with a most remarkable admission for a non-Christian ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Joseph's Rise To Power In Egypt

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 23, 2018

Joseph's rise to power in Egypt in Genesis 41:1-57 teaches us that our sovereign God exalted his suffering servant to rulership in order to save the world.

Scripture We are currently in a series of sermons that I am calling “Jacob’s Descendants,” based on Genesis 37-50. Previously, we read about young, seventeen-year old Joseph sold by his brothers to Midianite traders on their way to Egypt. The brothers then deceived their father Jacob into thinking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Pattern Of The Cross

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Feb 22, 2014

CHRIST HAS SET AN EXAMPLE AND A PATTERN FOR US TO FOLLOW . 1. SALVATION 2. SANCTIFICATION 3. SUFFERING 4. SACRIFICE 5. SUBMISSION 6. SILENCE 7. SOVEREIGNITY

THE PATTERN OF THE CROSS OUTLINE 1. SALVATION 2. SANCTIFICATION 3. SUFFERING 4. SACRIFICE 5. SUBMISSION 6. SILENCE 7. SOVEREIGNITY THE MESSAGE THE PATTERN OF THE CROSS 1. SALVATION We must follow the example and the pattern of the cross of Christ in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

...who Is In Heaven... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014

To what/whom was Jesus referring when He says, "...who is in heaven..." in this prayer He is teaching to His disciples? It is none other than the Sovereign Lord of all Creation!

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 12, 2014 Date Preached: February 12, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Study on the Lord’s Prayer Sermon Title: Who is in Heaven… (Sermon 3) Sermon Text: Matthew 6:9-13 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: God’s Purpose In Our Lives Romans 8:28-29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 15, 2024

Romans 8:28-29 offers incredible insight into God’s sovereign plan for our lives, assuring us that He works all things together for good.

Transformed by Truth: God’s Purpose in Our Lives Romans 8:28-29 Introduction Today, we embark on a journey through one of the most profound promises in Scripture, found in Romans 8:28-29. This passage offers incredible insight into God’s sovereign plan for our lives, assuring us that He works all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, Esther 4:14, Romans 8:29, Ephesians 2:10, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Genesis 50:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Natural Laws Are Suspended Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 20, 2025

When God suspends natural laws, He demonstrates that He is the sovereign Creator who controls the universe. Such moments are powerful reminders that no situation is too difficult or impossible for Him.

WHEN NATURAL LAWS ARE SUSPENDED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 10:12-14 Supporting Texts: Psalm 77:14, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 19:26, Mark 11:23-24, Hebrews 11:3 INTRODUCTION: In the natural world, laws govern how things operate — the sun rises and sets, seasons change, rivers flow, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Cost Of Worry And Anxiety”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 5, 2025

Max Lucado notes that the presence of anxiety is unavoidable. The prison of anxiety optional. Jesus is reminding us that we are His children. He is Sovereign. Can we trust Him?

In Jesus Holy Name August 10, 2025 Text: Luke 12:22,24 Pentecost VII - Redeemer “The Cost of Worry and Anxiety” In The Lord’s prayer we pray “Give us this day our daily bread” Martin Luther wrote: Daily bread is more than food it is a job, peace, all the things we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-25, Psalm 118:6-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 27, 2025

We're beginning a journey into the supernatural, as we talk about the power and the purpose of the Holy Spirit. Our roadmap is going to be the eternal sovereign and unchanging Word of God.

If you have your Bibles, turn with us, please, to Mark 16, and we'll begin reading at verse 15. We're beginning, tonight, a journey into the supernatural, as we talk about the power and the purpose of the Holy Spirit. Our roadmap is going to be the eternal sovereign and unchanging Word of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Vs Sovereighnty

Contributed by Thomas Miller on Jan 11, 2009

Does this mountain moving faith have to go through Gods sovereign will to be released? This Charismatic thinks so. There are Scriptures to support the power of faith, the power of prayer and the fact that God always has the last say.

Faith vs. Sovereignty Does this mountain moving faith have to go through Gods sovereign will to be released? This Charismatic thinks so. There are Scriptures to support the power of faith, the power of prayer and the fact that God always has the last say. There are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God