Sermons on Sovereign Choice:

Thy Will Be Done (The Story Of Esther)

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 4, 2012

Today, we are going to study the book of Esther. If you have never read it or if it has been a long time and the details have become a little fuzzy, get ready, because this is an exciting story.

Thy Will be Done (The Story of Esther) Today, we are going to study the book of Esther. If you have never read it or if it has been a long time and the details have become a little fuzzy, get ready, because this is an exciting story. There are five major characters in this book, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Night Nobody Slept. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

The night nobody slept. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Exodus Chapter 11-12. Ill: • Some dates are etched into our memories: • January 1st. • February 14th. • November 5th. • December 25th. • July 16th! If you were Jewish one date you would never forget was: • Was the fourteenth day of ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

God’s Plan For My Life

Contributed by Dwight Hord on Nov 21, 2012

As Christians, we are designed by God to not only to serve Him, but to fulfill His perfect will and plan He has designed specifically for each of us. This simple formula will help if you are searching for God

God’s Plan For Me - Discover How to Find God’s Purpose For Your Life. Text: Philippians 2:13 …for it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure. The best place for any Christian to be is in the middle of God’s plan for his or her life. That is when you are in the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Best Laid Plans Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012

Proverbs has one primary “keep-in-mind” consideration that overhangs all its maxims. It is this: Keep in mind that God is in charge. Every proverb here specifically calls that truth to mind.

Introduction Here is a common phrase intended to make us pause – “keep in mind.” How many times have you said or it has been said to you? “Keep in mind that you must be home before dark.” “Keep in mind that your boss is keeping an eye on you.” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Is In Control? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 28, 2013

When we look around at our nation and our culture it is easy to become discouraged and bummed out. But in these two psalms we see reasons for rejoicing no matter what life throws our way.

Psalm 33 is a “descriptive praise” psalm. These types of psalms have two main elements: a call to worship and a cause for worship. In this case, the psalmist’s cause to worship God is that He is the creator of the earth and is sovereign over it and all of the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Cares And God Will Help You

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Feb 4, 2013

Do you feel like nobody cares for you? Do you feel forgotten and all alone? God cares and He will show you how. Will you let Him?

I Peter 5:7-11 Introduction: As every one will testify, life can sometimes be difficult. As it has been said, if we had no mountains, we would not learn to climb. Also, if we had no problems, we would not learn to depend upon the Lord. Peter was well aware of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living God's Will Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 15, 2013

God WANTS us to live in His will and He will help us to be able to accomplish the task!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • One of the questions I get a lot concerns the issue of God’s will for their life. • I really believe that most Christians have a desire to know God’s will for their life. I also believe that people do want to live in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Working In Us

Contributed by Brad Stone on Aug 14, 2019

God has plans for each and every one of us. At times, we may become contrary and buck against them. We may grumble and complain, but we must realize that He know's best.

A pastor is walking down the street one day when he notices a very small boy trying to press a doorbell on a house across the street. However, the boy is very small and the doorbell is too high for him to reach. After watching the boy’s efforts for some time, the pastor moves closer to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-15, Matthew 5:45, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 17:22, Ephesians 4:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

David And The Covenant Of God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 11, 2020

Second Samuel 7:1-17 teaches us several truths about God.

Scripture Today we come to 2 Samuel 7 in our series on “The Life of David.” This is one of the most important chapters in Scripture as it deals with the Lord’s covenant with David. Let’s read about David and the covenant of God in 2 Samuel 7:1-17: 1 Now when the king lived in his house and the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Es Hora De Levantarse Pt 4 -Dios Sabe Lo Que Está Por Delante

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 24, 2020

Dios es soberano en nuestras vidas y el tiempo y las acciones de Dios son perfectos para completar el plan de Dios.

Es hora de levantarse Pt 4 -Dios sabe lo que está por delante Génesis 40: 1-23 Apocalipsis 20: 7-15 19 de julio de 2020 Muchos de nosotros hoy usamos nuestro teléfono para instrucciones de manejo. Nuestros teléfonos nos dicen que salgamos, y nosotros salimos, giramos a la ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23, Revelation 20:7-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Kingdom Keys - Ester Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on May 22, 2023

Ester’s plan demonstrates God's plan to rescue and protect his people using ordinary people and events while continuing to move the Kingdom forward.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Esther 4:14-17, Matthew 10:29, Genesis 17:1, Exodus 6:3, Job 13:3, Acts 20:24, Romans 8:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Greeting Of Grace

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 26, 2021

The major theme of Ephesians is Reconciliation achieved through God’s Redemptive plan. Relying on one’s prior accomplishments would not provide reconciliation or redemption. Paul knew Ephesus was a clear representation of the dreadful condition of sinful humanity.

A Greeting of Grace Ephesians 1: 1-2 Today I want to begin a series of messages that will lead us through the first chapter of Paul’s epistle to the Ephesian church. While the letter to the Roman believers is considered Paul’s “magnum opus,” Ephesians has been referred to as the “Queen of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Mark's Gospel's Place In The Bible Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jul 25, 2025

A message is part of the process by which God created the Bible.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK Chapters 1-8 Bob Marcaurelle MARK’S GOSPEL’S PLACE IN THE BIBLE HOW GOD GAVE US THE BIBLE “In the past, God spoke to our ancestors many times and in many ways / but in these last days He has spoken to us through His Son / He reflects the brightness of God’s glory and is the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15, Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

This We Know

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Nov 4, 2024

In the good times and in the difficult times - God is at work in us. And we know, that all things work together for good, for those who love God and are called according to his purpose. God, in His foreknowledge, chose us to be conformed to the image of his Son. ~ Romans 8:28-29

Good News… from God’s Word… Romans 8:28-29 And we know, that all things work together for good, for those who love God and are called according to his purpose. God, in His foreknowledge, chose us to be conformed to the image of his Son. ~ Romans 8:28-29 There is plenty of ‘bad news’ out there ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Foursquare

The Commitment Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 16, 2024

Godly leaders will face opposition and discouragement. There will be times when it seems as if you and the Lord are the only ones who care about the task at hand. In those times, you must remember your calling and remain committed to the task.

The Commitment of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 4: 14; 19; 22-23 “Conversion is a turning into the right road; the next thing is to walk in it. The daily going on in that road is as essential as the first starting if you would reach the desired end. To strike the first blow is not all the battle; to him ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:14, Nehemiah 4:19, Nehemiah 4:22-23

Denomination: Baptist