Sermons on The Providence Of God:

Will God Excuse The Heathern That Have Never Heard About Him ?

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 9, 2008

Paul has both good news and bad news for the world. The good news is that God has provided atonement for lost mans sins. The bad news, which he writes of first, is that all men need atonement for their sins.

WILL GOD EXCUSE THE HEATHERN THAT HAVE NEVER HEARD ABOUT HIM? Here in Romans 1:18-32 Paul has both good news and bad news for the world. The good news is that God has provided atonement for lost mans sins. The bad news, which he writes of first, is that all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Green Pastures"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jul 19, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the Lord provides spiritual nourishment, the comfort of life and fellowship for those who follow him.

19 July 2009 Pentecost Sunday U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: The Lord provides spiritual nourishment, the comfort of life and fellowship for those who follow Him. REFERENCES: Green Pastures – a metaphor for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am Holy Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 15, 2018

Holy! Holy! Holy is the Lord God Almighty, amen? What His holiness demanded, His grace provided in Jesus Christ our Lord. We walk around today wearing the holiness of Jesus Christ. When God looks at me, He sees the holiness of the blessed Savior.

Pastor and author John MacArthur remembers a conversation that he once had with a well-known charismatic pastor who told MacArthur that Jesus sometimes comes into his bathroom while he’s shaving in the morning and puts his arms around him and they talk together. I love MacArthur’s incredulous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16, Revelation 15:3-4, Psalm 24:3-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Serving God Is Not Optional

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 20, 2023

In one sense, God gives us the freedom and option to serve Him or not. We know the outcomes of that choice, so it is not really an option to reject Him.

Serving God Is Not Optional Patriots have their eyes open to the destruction of our republic. Even the people who are asleep or are not patriotic know something is wrong. Our forefathers knew that having God as the basis of our society was essential, not optional. They knew that when people know ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Image Of God

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 13, 2025

Man is created in the image of God. Understanding how we are so created enables us to glorify God.

“God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.’ So God created man in his own image, in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Is King

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Sep 14, 2001

A special sermon for the Sept. 11 tragedy.

OUR GOD IS KING! By Gordan Runyan Text: Psalm 11 Summary statement: A politically incorrect look at the God who hates sin and promises to deal with it. -------------------------------------------------------- Years ago, a Christian friend introduced me to a device that allows one to read the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Talk To God

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 24, 2016

"Lord, teach us to pray." In response, Jesus gives his disciples and us the model prayer, the "Our Father" or "Lord's Prayer." He continues with strong teaching to be persistent, knowing that God loves us more than we love our own children.

Luke 11:1-13 How to Talk to God “Chaplain, will you teach me how to pray?” I remember that question like it was yesterday, even though it must have been at least a couple of years ago. It came from a Veteran on our inpatient mental health unit. I marveled at the time how simple and yet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Demolishing Strongholds: Enslavement Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

For the children of Israel to grumble about their adversity in this circumstance was effectively to say, ‘We don't think God is a good, reliable, provider.’ Their complaint about their circumstance reflected their belief about God.

Opening illustration: Play the video: “Big But” Introduction: A chapter of complaining's. First, at Taberah, vague murmurings are heard throughout the camp. Then at Kibroth-hattaavah, a stage further on, the vague murmurings take shape in bitter complaint because of the fare to which the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will Of God? Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 6, 2023

Does Fate and Will of God are the same. There is a Will of Decree, and a Will of Commandment. God takes control of everything. We need to discern his Will in every act of our lives. Word of God leads and guides.

Romans 12:1-2, Will of God? Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! Illustration Read the Bible: The Message Bible: “So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Understanding God's Will

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 26, 2001

Acts 16 reveals three basic facts about God’s direction for our lives.

UNDERSTANDING GOD’S WILL Acts 16:1-10 INTRO.- ILL.- A preacher received a call from a church that offered him a salary four times what he was getting at his present church. Since he was a very devout and spiritual man, he spent much time in prayer trying to determine what God wanted him to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Will Of God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 2, 2022

So often we treat the will of God like some kind of good luck charm, lucky penny, or rabbits’ foot. The will of God consists of things that are in line with God’s plan and purpose.

The Will of God By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - There comes a point or there should come a point in every person’s spiritual walk and their ultimate relationship with God that they get tired of religion at least it has for me. Now that doesn’t mean we get tired of God or serving Him, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17, Romans 12:1, Psalm 143:10

Denomination: Apostolic

But God

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Oct 16, 2013

The other day I found myself in a negative/hard/bad ________________, but God made a way where there seem to be now way! And He will do it for you; just fill in the blank.

Quotes: “Identify your problems but give your power and energy to solutions.” Tony Robbins “You live longer once you realize that any time spent being unhappy is wasted.” Ruth E. Renkl “Things work out best for those who make the best of how things work out.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

But God...

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Aug 24, 2019

such power in two three letter words

BUT GOD... Each word…three letters long…. Such power in these words…But God BUT GOD… Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Whether it be sex outside marriage, a bitter heart, unforgiveness, alcohol/drug abuse, cheating, lying. Each of us has a story, a part we want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:17-24

Denomination: Charismatic

The Grace Afforded The Saints

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 23, 2018

Promises are only as good as the ability of the one making the promise. Often promises are made, and yet the individual is unable to keep the promise. Such is never the case with the Lord. What He has promised, He will provide!

The Grace afforded the Saints 2 Peter 1: 3-4 It is interesting to note, Peter penned this letter near the end of his life, V.14. No doubt he was mindful of what he faced, knowing the tactics of the Romans and their accepted practices of execution. However, like his contemporary Paul, Peter faced ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Make A Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 12, 2023

Encourages trust in God's guidance during challenging times, recognizing His work in our lives, and finding hope in His ability to create new beginnings.

Good morning, dear congregation. It is indeed a joy to gather together in the presence of our Lord, and I am truly humbled to stand before you today, to share the word that God has placed on my heart. There are times in life when we feel like we are in the wilderness, wandering aimlessly, unsure of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Topics: Tough Situations, God's Specialty