Sermons on spontaneous: showing 256-270 of 2,138

Sonship Membership

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message helps encourage the believer with trust in God for he has called us to be "Sons of God"

I. "BEHOLD WHAT MANNER OF LOVE THE FATHER HATH BESTOWED UPON US, THAT WE SHOULD BE CALLED THE SONS OF GOD" A. It is amazing and thought provoking to note that John's great and central theme in the Gospel and in the three letters is about love - the love of God: 1. "God so loved the world, that He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28, John 3:3-9, Hebrews 12:14, Luke 19:9, Luke 15:24, Hebrews 13:8, Galatians 4:4, John 1:14, Hebrews 2:14-17, Romans 8:31-38, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 11:2, Ephesians 2:10, 1 John 4:8, 1 John 4:7-8, John 17:26, John 3:16, 1 John 3:6, John 12:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

No Pain - No Gain

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

It may not be easy, but it is worth it!

No Pain – No Gain Hebrew 12:11 Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. The greatest things in life - are not plans, but responses. In 1853 George Crum, a chef in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Spirit Of St. Francis Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 24, 2016

Perhaps what we need to pray for and accept is the spirit of St. Francis. That way we can say “Lord, Lord” and do the will of the Father.

Thursday of First Week in Advent 2016 Joy of the Gospel We are at the beginning of a new year of grace, and we are hit in the face with some pretty strong Gospel language, even in the first reading. “Open the gates, that the righteous nation which keeps faith may enter in.” Righteous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Catholic

Stewardship, Solidarity And Wages Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 7, 2015

A just social system must come from the conversion of many minds and hearts.

Thursday of 32nd week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel What is the kingdom of God? Is it imposed from outside ourselves? Jesus is very clear on this point. The various sects and political parties in Palestine during the first century thought that the reign of God would be imposed, especially ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-25

Denomination: Catholic

"The Un-Known God"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 13, 2017

The God at Marrs Hill is unknown to the community an there are some thing we dont know about God.

“The UN-Known God” Acts 17:22-31 1. Today Paul is in Athens those intellectuals would gather at the city forum called Areopagus 2. They Gathered ,they worshipped, 3. Paul desired that the folks of Athenian to know more about this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Greatest Gift Of All

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 14, 2017

Christmas is a time of sharing presents and each other's company, a time when rifts between family members should be healed. During the WW1 on Christmas Eve the British and Germans stopped killing each other as Christ's message of PEACE prevailed.

THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL. JOHN 1:1-18. The 1914 secret truce between the German and British soldiers has been told many times but it’s certainly worth repeating. In many ways it is surely the miracle of Christmas and its meaning was made manifest in the action of the soldiers who brought to light ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Pass On Your Faith

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 13, 2012

A faith that will thrive from generation to generation: ❶ Must Be A Convincing Faith ❷ Must Be A Consistent Faith ❸ Must Be A Contagious Faith. ❹ Must Be A Confident Faith.

2 Timothy 1:5 (AV) 5 When I call to remembrance the unfeigned (“not a mask” genuine, honest, sincere) faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. Antiques Roadshow on PBS. One of the show’s most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Lovers Of God

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on May 5, 2021

SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Lovers of God Scripture: John 15:9-17 Jesus said to his disciples: “As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love,    just as I have kept my Father's commandments    and remain in his love. “I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Other

A Feast To Remember: Book Of Esther

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2015

An intended genocide against the people of God is thwarted. Behind all the machinations of human deliverers, we see the quiet unassuming hand of providence. Praise the LORD!

A FEAST TO REMEMBER. Esther 7:1-6; Esther 7:9-10; Esther 9:20-22. Esther is a book of feasts. First there was the extravagance of a six-month long drinking feast for the army and the princes of the 127 provinces (Esther 1:3-4). This was immediately followed by a seven day drinking feast for the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:20-22, Esther 7:9-10, Esther 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Watch Night Service"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 29, 2016

The message is sharing why we have watch night service.

Galatians 5: 1It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery Watch Night services provide spiritual way to bring in New Year. The typical image of New Years Eve is a group of revelers with party hats and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Methodist

Advent 4

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 8, 2016

Ahaz faces the choice, — God’s plan or his own.

Advent 4 The reason we celebrate Christmas is because God will save his people from their sins, and that God came to dwell with us. Emmanuel. This message is communicated in our Readings today by 3 annunciations or divine invitations. Joseph's annunciation was by angel in a dream. Mary's was by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14, Isaiah 1:18-24

Denomination: Catholic

Principles For Healthy Family Relationships Series

Contributed by Kerry Tilley on Feb 23, 2019

This sermon is for the purpose of strengthening relationships with your family, and develop a deeper and greater commitment to your family. Let's examine what God’s Word has to say about developing healthy family relationships.

Consider the following principles for developing a healthy relationship with your family. I. BE AFFECTIONATE A. To be affectionate means to “have a tender attachment and fondness for” something or someone. B. A family should develop relationships where there is a tender attachment and a fondness ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:2-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Busy Schedule Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 5, 2022

I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also. Therefore am I sent.

THE BUSY SCHEDULE OF JESUS. Luke 4:31-44. LUKE 4:31-37. Jesus came to Capernaum and “taught them on the sabbath days” (Luke 4:31). There, the people “were astonished at His doctrine: for His word was with power” (Luke 4:32). Jesus’ authority is original, replacing even the ‘Thus says the LORD’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Expectations Of More PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's triumph, treasure heavenly things, and transcend worldly desires by living with an eternal perspective.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather together today, unified in our faith, bound by love, and ready to receive from our generous God. As we gather here, let's remember that our faith is not a stagnant pond, but a living, rushing river, always moving, always alive, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Topics: Trusting God

"Scripture Helps Specify The Kind Of Behavior God Likes.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Oct 14, 2001

Yera C. 2 TIMOTHY 3:14-4:5 October 21st, 2001

Title: “Scripture helps specify the kind of behavior God likes.” SECOND READING: 2 TIMOTHY 3:14-4:5 This passage highlights sacred scripture as a source, the source, for teaching, correcting and encouraging Christians to become all they can be, all God expects them to be. It exhorts Timothy, and ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran