Sermons on Testing God:

God Judges Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 25, 2022

If there isn't a Day of Judgment, then God could not claim to be a righteous God. But God will come and judge us in righteous judgment. What can that mean to us?

I’m going to give you a test this morning. I’m going to present facts regarding an historical figure from the back in the 1700s, and then I’m going to ask you who I have described: He was a brilliant general who won several battles for his nation, but over time, this general became angry about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10-11, Revelation 20:12-15, Acts 10:42-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is God Intolerant?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 25, 2020

A relevant topic in our Culture, the definition of Intolerance or it's understanding has changed. Some material used from "The Beauty of Intolerance" by Josh McDowell's book.

Hebrews 13 Concluding Exhortations 13 Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. 2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. 3 Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8, John 14:6-7, Romans 1:25-32, Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Nazarene

The Peace Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring peace found in Christ, which transcends understanding and remains steadfast in all life's circumstances.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in the pursuit of understanding and living out God's Word. We come together today, not as strangers on separate paths, but as fellow travelers on the road of faith, bound by a shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:15, John 14:27

Topics: Living In Peace, Through Good And Bad Times

Tempted By The Devil

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 14, 2013

Sermon for the 1st Sunday in Lent, Year C, 2013

Luke 4: 1 – 13 / Tempted By The Devil Intro: A young newly wed was sitting at his desk paying bills when he happened upon the credit card bill. As he scanned through the charges he noticed one particular charge to a department store for $250. He called for his wife to join him. When she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Greatest Command (Deuteronomy 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 24, 2024

What is the greatest command? Let's look at Deuteronomy 6.

Which is the greatest command of all? What was the purpose of God’s commands? What were people to teach their children? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 6. What was God’s purpose for giving Israel His old covenant law? This is the command—the statutes and ordinances—the Lord your God has instructed me ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 - David, Goliath & The Power Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 24, 2007

Part one of the "They must be GIANTS!" focuses on the story of David and Goliath as a springboard for the rest of the series. In understanding the situation that day, we can have a clearer perspective in our own lives and the things that come against us

They Must be Giants 1 – David, Goliath and the power of God Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION Most of us are all familiar with the story of David & Goliath. 1 Samuel 17 Today I want to begin a series entitled “They Must be Giants!” This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Bible Church

When God Takes Us Fishing

Contributed by James May on Aug 31, 2022

When we are given the call from God to serve him we should hear and obey. If not, then God has a way of getting our attention. He wants to extend his great Love to all men.

When God takes us Fishing Sunday, August 20, 2022 I was seeking the Lord for the word for his church and as the pages of my bible opened up, my eyes were drawn to the first two verses of the Book of Jonah. Immediately I heard the Holy Ghost as he led me to focus my attention to what God would ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2, Jonah 2:7-9, Genesis 10:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In God

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

Faith, it does a body good

Faith in God Mark 11:22-24 Sunday July 22, 2001 We have seen that God has provided a marvelous salvation from all the consequences of man’s rebellion. This salvation is to be received through repentance and faith. God expects us to change our allegiance. We must now love Him and serve Him - ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Prodigies

Contributed by Wayne Cordeiro on Nov 13, 2007

We are all members of the body of Christ. All of us have different gifts, but together we can carry on the ministry of Jesus while He walked on earth. God knew we could not do it on our own strength, so He gave us the Holy Spirit.

Gifted Athlete – Steve Prefontaine Have you ever been around gifted people? Gifted musicians, athletes, or artists are just amazing people. In 1970, I was a senior in high school and I ran a cross country race which was about 3 ½ miles. One of the people I ran against in a little town called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Intimacy With God

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 4, 2003

This sermon uses John 15 to tell us why intimacy is so important. I cannot tell you where the outline came from, I have had it in my bible for years.

Years ago Father John Powell told the story of Norma Jean Mortenson: "Norma Jean Mortenson. Remember that name? Norma Jean’s mother, Mrs. Gladys Baker, was periodically committed to a mental institution and Norma Jean spent much of her childhood in foster homes. In one of those foster homes, when ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeing God

Contributed by Devin Hudson on Jan 22, 2002

3rd sermon in a John series

The Incarnation: Seeing God John 1.14-18 In the opening scenes of the musical Camelot, King Arthur appears standing in a field dressed in the clothes of a common peasant. To look at him, one would have no idea that he is a king. In fact when Guinevere first meets Arthur, she has no clue that he is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

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

A God Of Size

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Jul 16, 2005

Is your God to small to handle life’s problems?

A God Of Size Isaiah 40:15-20 I was working with a church one time and there were some family difficulties that was bleeding over and causing strife between the Eldership and the Ministers on staff. One night in a staff meeting words were being exchanged between two Elders and when I offered some ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God The Healer Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 9, 2003

God is the God who heals us in every way.

God Stories – Attributes of God June 8, 2003 God the Healer John 9:1-12 WHO SINNED HERE? – Story by Bob Lupton found in “Theirs is the Kingdom” Who sinned?" the disciples asked him. A tragedy like this doesn’t just happen-it’s caused. The man was born blind. It couldn’t be his fault, could ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12, Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: *other

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