Sermons on The Fear Of God:

Shaq-Sized Problems Require God-Sized Miracles

Contributed by Travis Hearn on Nov 27, 2013

WHAT IS YOUR GIANT TODAY? Your marriage? Your health? Your finances? Your career? Your children or parents? What is your giant? Throw God in the face of your giant. Pray the scriptures. Stand on the promises of God.

Shaq is a personal friend of mine. I had the privilege of being his team pastor for the 2 years he was with the Suns. But I remember when I first saw him and met him in person… About 10 years ago - I was down at the arena for Phoenix Suns chapel and I was going through my normal pregame ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing Our Giants; David: A Man Anointed By God

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Jun 19, 2020

When David stepped foot on the Battlefield, what set him apart from every other man that day? What changed his perception? Why did he charge into battle while everyone else was. filled with fear.

Have you ever been in front of a camera when the flash went off and you were blinded for a moment? This is the way some problems hit us. We are blinded by the problems that seem overwhelming to such a degree that we don’t know what to do. We can’t see anything. We can’t see past the problem or the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 9, 2009

There is a cost to be paid for everything we do in life, even in our spiritual lives. We explore this concept using King Jehoshaphat and his decision to turn the battle over to God and let God fight it for him.

Last week, we spoke about our having problems and how those problems will undermine our walk with Christ if we let them. I reminded you of just how important it is to stay on top of the storms in your life, and that you can only do that by fully relying, not on yourself, but on Jesus Christ to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:14-30

Denomination: *other

An Unlikely Hero

Contributed by James Bryant on Jul 24, 2002

Think you are not the one capable of getting the job done? Do you think they’re others better qualified? Better read this sermon....

AN UNLIKELY HERO Judges 6:1-12 1. And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord: and the Lord delivered them into the hand of Midian seven years. 2. And the hand of Midian prevailed against Israel: and because of the Midianites the children of Israel made them the dens which are ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Be Afraid

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 8, 2007

Fear - Paul’s experience in evangelism

Do not be afraid Acts 18:5-11 Black Bart was a professional thief whose very name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to New York, his name became synonymous with the danger of the frontier. Between 1875 and 1883 he robbed 29 different stagecoach crews. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:5-11

Denomination: Congregational

From Fear To Faith By The Banks Of The Sea - Exodus 14:10-16

Contributed by Chris Layton on Sep 9, 2025

The Israelites, trapped by their past and present, found hope through trusting God’s power.
 And this is where find our future that God has planned for us.Trusting Him brings hope.


Introduction A few years ago, a woman received devastating news from her doctor. When she asked, “What can we do about it?” he replied, “All we can do now is pray.” Her response was telling: “Has it come down to that?” For her, prayer seemed like a last resort, not a source of hope. I’ve had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

"4 Steps To Overcome Fear?” In 1 Ki 19:1 -18

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Oct 22, 2021

We all have experienced fear before. It can hinder us from moving forward. We can learn from this story what are the steps we can take to overcome fear before fear overcome us.

“4 STEPS TO OVERCOME FEAR?” in 1 Ki 19:1 -18 Good evening Brothers and Sisters, welcome to Upperlight Meeting. The title of my message is Fear is irrational and can be a powerful force to reckon with. Sometimes it comes suddenly, at other times it gradually builds up over time. But we all have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, John 10:27, Psalm 18:2, Mark 11:23, Jeremiah 32:27, Numbers 23:19, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 16:18, 1 Kings 19:1-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God Is Our Refuge

Contributed by James May on Jun 22, 2008

When the world is falling apart, and God’s judgments begin to fall, God is our refuge, our very present help in time of need. Whom, or what, shall we fear?

God is Our Refuge Psalms 46 By Pastor Jim May This 46th Psalm is a song of encouragement and a song of praise unto the Lord for his ever present help to Israel in her times of distress. After the messages last Sunday morning, and the one this morning, I felt that it would be good to hear some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Still And Know That He Is God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 3, 2019

Fear can destroy us. It makes us weak and undermines our faith. One of the most repeated commands in Scripture is "Do Not Fear." But how do I do that?

OPEN: Years ago, a mother of 8 children from Darlington, Maryland came home from shopping to find that the house was quieter than usual. As we all know, when children are quiet, that can be a BAD sign. Well, she looked into the middle of the living room and saw 5 of her children sitting around in a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embrace The Triangle Of Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

The third in the series. About not taking risks or chances. Not having faith/trusting in God. Being crippled by fear. Something like that.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians (3) Embrace the Triangle of Mediocrity Cardiff Heights Baptist Church 16 January 2000 Summer is one of my favourite TV watching times of the year. With all the tennis and cricket it is very easy to be wholeheartedly mediocre. But there was a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Show Us!

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Apr 29, 2002

We all ought to develope the attitude that seeks to know God more. But Jesus also wants us to go and show others.

Easter 5 A John 14:1-12 Show Us! 04/28/02 I’ll never forget the first day of drivers training. The process in Illinois wasn’t at all like it is here in Iowa. First we had to wait till we were 16 – Juniors in high school, not in Jr. High. Imagine, two years of high school where we could ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Trusting God In Troubling Times Psalm 56:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 31, 2024

Psalm 56:4 is a powerful verse that teaches us about trusting God amid fear and adversity. King David wrote this psalm during a time of great personal distress, and his words resonate deeply with anyone who has faced fear and uncertainty.

Trusting God in Troubling Times Psalm 56:4 Psalm 56:4 (NLT): "I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?" Introduction Today, we delve into Psalm 56:4, a powerful verse that teaches us about trusting God in the midst ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:4, 2 Peter 1:4, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 41:10, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 10:28, Romans 8:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Fortune Told

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Apr 19, 2008

His sin would cost him everything: power, riches, career, legacy Saul was rejected by God as king of Israel and God would appoint another king from another family That’s why Saul’s family didn’t continue on the throne but David became king Now, Saul ge

YOUR FORTUNE TOLD 04/18/08 1 PETER 1: 18--20 INTRODUCTION: HAVE YOU EVER HAD A DESIRE TO “LOOK INTO THE FUTURE?”**** (FORTUNE TELLERS, HOROSCOPE) I’M NOT SURE WE COULD REALLY BE COMFORTABLE, KNOWING WHAT LIES AHEAD OF US IF WE KNEW IT IN ADVANCE.***** WEIGHT AND FATE 25 CENTS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

If We Say Humans

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 28, 2013

To prove being afraid of people is not right.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you afraid of people? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove being afraid of people is not right. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:32 (The Message) 11:32 if we say 'humans,' we'll be up against it with the people because they all hold John up as a prophet." V. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Shall Have No Other Gods

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 28, 2005

LENT 3(B) - Believers shall have no other gods as they fear, love, and trust in GOD above all things.

YOU SHALL HAVE NO OTHER GODS (Outline) EXODUS 20:1-6 - February 27, 2005 - LENT 3 INTRO: Whom do you love? Or maybe better in today’s society is the question: What do you love? The world around us very often has us placing an extreme value on the things of this life rather than peo-ple. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran