Sermons on The Big Picture:

Isaiah 28 A Fail Proof Foundation Series

Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016

Exposition of Isaiah 28

Isaiah 28 A Failproof Foundation A Crown of Glory vs. 1-6 Precept Upon Precept vs. 7-13 An Immovable Foundation vs. 14-22 Wonderful Counsel vs. 23-29 Intro: A young boy walked by a construction site He observed several men who were building with bricks He asked the first man what he was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeking God In Your Situation

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 18, 2024

Many people who claimed to know God and connected to Him, cannot actually trust Him to intervene in their situation when things get bad. It is a great strength for a believer to be able to trust God alone in difficult situations.

Seeking God in your Situation Study Text: 2 Kings 1: 1 - 4 Introduction: Ahaziah was in a difficult situation, but rather than seeking God for solution, he secretly sends to consult the god of Eckron. Worries and fears of the unknown weakens his trust in God, and went outside the will of God to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Encourages The Discouraged

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 15, 2024

We see that a discouraged Elijah needs encouragement from God as he battles the prophets of Baal.

God encourages the discouraged 1 Kings 19 Good morning everyone- We are glad that you are here to join with us. If you would turn in your bible or whatever devise you use to read the word of God to 1 Kings 19. We will look at what I believe is becoming more and more a problem with a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Two Sons PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

This sermon aims to explore God's surprising mercy, the power of repentance, and the importance of living out our faith, as illustrated in the scriptures from Matthew 28-32, Ezekiel 18:25-32, and Philippians 2:1-13.

Good morning, church family! Today, we dive into a powerful message of God's Surprising Mercy, The Power of Repentance, and Living Out Our Faith. We will be exploring the sacred scriptures from Matthew 28-32, Ezekiel 18:25-32, and Philippians 2:1-13. As we ponder these scriptures one quote comes to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:25-32, Philippians 2:1-13

Topics: Parable, Two Sons

The Wonder Of Christ's Birth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon explores the profound love and divine timing of God's plan for redemption and our adoption as His children, as revealed in Galatians 4:4-7.

Good morning, beloved family. Our focus today is on the book of Galatians, specifically the verses 4 to 7 in chapter 4. This passage is a beacon of hope and a testament to God's divine timing and perfect plan. It speaks of the arrival of our Savior, the birth territory of the Messiah, and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Topics: Fullness Of Time

First Born From The Dead Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008

Jesus is so much more. He is not a “copy” of God, and he is not a facsimile of God, Jesus is the exact visible image of the invisible God. And as such, He is the author of our family...the family of God.

Today, we celebrate Easter, the incredible event in which Jesus Christ, who died on our behalf, rose again from the dead. But we really aren’t celebrating an event, but rather a Person. We aren’t worshipping an event, but a Person. For us to grasp the significance of Easter, we really need to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Real Followers Play Hurt Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

Part of a real followers series based on Mike Slaughter’s book

Real Followers play hurt Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ February 3, 2002 Intro.: The hard hits Surprised to see an empty seat at the Super Bowl stadium, a diehard fan remarked about it to a woman sitting nearby. "It was my husband’s," the woman explained, "But he died." "I’m ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revealing The God Of This World Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 3, 2022

To establish that "the god of this world" who blinds the eyes of disbelievers and the disobedient is not the Devil. Israel's perpetual blindness to the "veil being done away in Christ" was due to a "strong delusion" sent to them by the Lord.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Revealing the God of this World Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson, we will discuss the theme of "Revealing the God of this world." This lesson will be essential for all seeking God's kingdom. Many cannot see the gospel's truth because they are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10, 2 Corinthians 4:1-7, 2 Thessalonians 2:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What It Means For You To Be In Christ

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Mar 6, 2001

Have you tapped into the spiritual resources of being IN CHRIST, or just skating by on the fly?

What is your relationship to Jesus Christ? Is he a casual acquaintance? Is He someone you know about from others? Is He someone you have dedicated your life to serving and we could say you are In Christ? Most people have a second hand relationship with Christ. They only know of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, 1 John 2:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Driver's Seat

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Jun 9, 2001

Who is in charge, us or God?

When I was a teenager the Explorer Scouts of the Sam Houston Area Council joined forces with the Sports Car Club of America to put on a youth road rally. Please understand this was not a race, it was quite the contrary. One of their primary goals every year was to encourage safe driving. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

'the Real Enviromental Changes.' Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Sep 9, 2007

This message looks at the new creation and the real enviromental changes which are to take place around us in the new heavens and the new earth and the new opportunities it holds out to all who embrace the offer.

"The real enviromental changes": Rev 21:1-7. In the Bible overview series we have really come full circle: God’s plan for the world began with creation and it ends with the new creation. The Big picture series has unfolded from the foundations to its fulfilment. Creation – fall – pledge - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Prayers Don't Always Work

Contributed by Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002

Prayer is a powerful connection with God, but there are reasons why prayer sometimes doesn’t work the way we expect.

Does Prayer Really Work??? by Randy A. Croft Largest radio receiver on earth is in New Mexico. Pilots call it the Mushroom patch. It’s real name is VLA-Very Large Array. It’s a collection of huge satellite disks on 38 miles of railways. Together they form a single telescope the size of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Storm Series

Contributed by Eddie Johnson on Nov 18, 2002

I. Introduction - A.Continuing Series: 7 Stories about the Unpredictable Side of Jesus. Tonight, deal with idea of Jesus allowing his disciples to be taken into the eye of a huge storm. I think this concept really creates a problem for our concept of the “loving” Jesus. i.It reminds me ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"God's Purposeful Plan For You: God's Predestination” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009

God in advance, independent of you, but knowing you, chose you!

SOMETIMES, we just don’t see how could ALL things could possibly work together for good – I mean SOME, yes. A FEW sure… but ALL? • We take Romans 8:28 & compare it with what’s going on in our lives and it’s easy to just not believe it! • So much can be just downright bad & painful. • The issues of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come Together

Contributed by Jay Robison on Nov 6, 2012

As the family of God our church is called to come together in relationship with one another. We support and encourage one another. We are better together

COME TOGETHER Sept 16, 2012 Jay Davis Robison ISA 64:4-8 GAL 3:1-8, 26-29 There are so many things that divide us our nation unsettling division Even at VBC if we were to choose many things can divide us Raise hand if right handed, left? Male, female, understand other sex How many of you are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29

Denomination: Baptist