Sermons on Symbol Of God:

Jonah Prays-God Delivers Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 2, 2008

Jonah’s rebellion has brought God’s discipline. In the midst of the belly of the great fish, Jonah cries out to God and God delivers him.

(adapted from messages by Stuart Jones and Barry Cameron) SERIES: “DISCOVER OBEDIENCE: Jonah – Not Just Another Big Fish Story” TEXT: JONAH 1:17-2:10 TITLE: “JONAH PRAYS – GOD RESPONDS” OPEN: A. Have you ever heard of a book entitled: The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook? It ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Doesn't God Do Something? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

Eventhough it sometimes appears that God is doing nothing, he is preparing his judgement on evil for the end of the world

As you look around the world it’s easy to think to yourself, "Why doesn’t God do something?" Whether it’s East Timor, or Kosovo, or Rwanda not so long ago, whether it’s the rising level of AIDS around the world, or young children dying of cancer, or other people dying on the roads, whether it’s ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

God With Us, God Saves

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 14, 2019

What was Jesus’ birth really like? Let’s understand the circumstances of Jesus' birth. Let’s look at Joseph's dilemma, the meanings of Jesus' names and whether or not Mary remained a perpetual virgin in Matthew 1:18-25.

What was Jesus’ birth really like? Let’s understand the circumstances of Jesus' birth. Let’s look at Joseph's dilemma, the meanings of Jesus' names and whether or not Mary remained a perpetual virgin in Matthew 1:18-25. Joseph’s Dilemma Matthew 1:18 This is how Jesus the Messiah was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

God`s Assurance Policy

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 11, 2017

IT`S A POLICY THAT GIVES YOU COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE AS SOON AS YOU ENROLL IN IT AND YOU DON`T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT A WAITING PERIOD

John 3:1-8 1 Nicodemus was a Pharisee and a member of the Jewish council. 2 He came to Jesus one night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that God has sent you as a teacher. No one can perform the miracles you perform unless God is with him.” 3 Jesus replied to Nicodemus, “I can guarantee this ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Heart On Display Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

At Calvary God’s justice and mercy met, providing forgiveness, new life, and unshakable hope as the true center of the universe and every heart.

Introduction – The Answer to Every Question Stand at the foot of the cross and look up. A rough wooden beam against a dark sky, a dying man between heaven and earth. It may seem like defeat, but here—right here—is the pivot of all history and the answer to the deepest questions every heart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:24, Galatians 6:14, 2 Corinthians 5:19, John 19:25, Revelation 1:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Oil On My Head

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

The oil on your head represents the anointing of God upon your life.

OIL ON MY HEAD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:5 "Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over." Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:13, Isaiah 61:1-3, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 INTRODUCTION: The anointing of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Weapon In The Hand Of God’s Man

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Feb 5, 2021

When God Places the Power in your Hands

In this scripture, we find an inspiring story tucked away in these couple of verses in 2nd Samuel 23. Here we find the story of Eleazar; one of David’s mighty men. In fact, there are a number of names of those soldiers who distinguished themselves in combat for David which are recorded for us her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For God’s Will – Submitting To God’s Way

Contributed by Esther Collins on May 10, 2022

Often we pray for God's will, and hope things will work out the way we want them to. But in reality it's in submitting to His will, and willingly going His way can we experience God's perfect blessings.

When life is hard, and things don’t go as we planned we get discouraged. In times like these we go to God in prayer. As we pray fervently we hope that God will answer us the way we want Him to. We pray for God’s will to be done, and when we find that God’s will is not as we planned or desired, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12, Deuteronomy 3:23-26, 2 Samuel 12:15-17, 2 Samuel 12:22-23, Daniel 6:10-11, Matthew 26:39, 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 12:8-9, Matthew 26:45-46  (view more)  (view less)

God’s Provision In Prayer Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 28, 2010

1) the substance, 2) the source, 3) the supplication, 4) the seekers, & 5) the schedule of requesting God’s provision.

One of the most controversial elements of this winter’s Olympics has been Canada’s "Own the Podium" program. Not being content with record amounts of medals, the Canadian Olympic officials sought to have the most medals of any country. Was it greedy? When we consider what we have, why should we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Other

God’s Kind Of Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 14, 2010

what kind of church would God design? How does it match up with the 21st Century, Americanized church? Give it some thought.

God’s Kind of Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 * If you have ever built a house for your family, then you know a little about decisions, frustrations, and more. In the process, you may well discover that ‘what you want is beyond your ability to provide. We lived in Yazoo City, Mississippi, for a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Control And Let God Be God! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 26, 2020

God is in charge of everything that occurs known to man, at that point He is in charge of everything that occurs in your life also.

God is in charge of everything that occurs known to man, at that point He is in charge of everything that occurs in your life also. This world is frequently assaulted by otherworldly powers that are not from God yet from Satan. Their power is constrained and transitory. Some erroneously accept ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Proverbs 21:2

Aligning My Will With God’s Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 21, 2018

The amazing story of Jonah reminds us: 1) Don't run from God, 2) When life gets you down, look up, 3) Respond to God's second chance, and 4) Get God's heart for people. Like Jonah, we need to give up the "reluctant prophet" role and stay in God's will.

Jonah 3:1-10 Aligning My Will with God’s Prophets with a Purpose – Week 2 Do you ever feel like some people are beyond hope, that they are incapable of change? Or maybe you’ve felt like God wanted you to do something, but you resisted that urge? If so, you can identify with the prophet Jonah. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:2-3, Jonah 3:1-3, Jonah 2:1-2, Psalm 139:7-10, Jonah 1:1-3, Jonah 3:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The 12 Stone Memorial Part 2: Reuben And Simeon Series

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Mar 26, 2009

In part 2 of this series, we look at Jacob’s first 2 sons, Reuben and Simeon and what they symbolize in and for the church.

We continue to look at the 12 stone memorial that was set up by the Israelites after crossing the Jordan. Each stone was for each of the 12 tribes of Israel. We are going to look together at the first two sons born to Jacob and the significance of what God was doing in and through these sons. n ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:31-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Water, Wind, And Fire

Contributed by Lyndon Marcotte on Jun 16, 2011

The Spirit is the living Christ at work in our lives. There are three symbols of the Spirit in these texts that reveal the work of the living Christ in us.

“Water, Wind, & Fire” John 7:37-39, Acts 2:1-21 In the text we read that Jesus promised the Spirit would come after Him. The outpouring of the Spirit happened on what is known as the Day of Pentecost, some 50 days after the resurrection, which we observe this Sunday. Sadly, this day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Tutor Series

Contributed by Jeremy Mccombs on Jul 7, 2001

Part three of Symbols of the Covenants Series. A look at what it means to be under the old and new covenants based on Galations 3.

Symbols of the Covenants III: The Tutor Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29 I. Review of Parts I & II as well as Mount Sinai experience. (If you have not read pats one and two of the series it may be helpfull if they are read first.) II. Let us start today in Galatians 3:1 Here Paul begins to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:13-15, Galatians 3:1-29

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist