Sermons on The Return To God:

The Amour Of God

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Jun 14, 2015

Introduction to Ephesians and Spiritual Warfare. Wear the armour of God at all times as satan will attack those in ministry and servants of God especially when they are being effective. We are in a spiritual battle.

EPHESIANS INTO & Ch.6 v10-18 The Amour of God I am thrilled at being the person to start this sermon series of Paul's letter to the Ephesians. Why thrilled? Because although written to the Ephesians it has such a relevance to us and our church today. I want you to be encouraged and also to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: *other

Relationship With God

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 28, 2016

God doesn't want a one-time experience with you. He wants a relationship.

“Relationship with God” August 28, 2016 John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” Romans 5:8 “but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Holiness

The God Game

Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jul 13, 2001

God versus Cloning....God Wins!

I recently read in Newsweek Magazine’s Special Double Edition Magazine an article that caused me to write the Lesson for today. The article wastitled "The God Game No More". Now after reading this, I was righteously angered. I thought,"Ya! You think so? How dare you say such a thing!" I then heard ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-28, Revelation 13:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Good?

Contributed by Steve Heartsill on Nov 22, 2000

Thanksgiving message dealing with the goodness of God.

IS GOD GOOD? Psalm 100:5 An older gentleman was on the golf green about to putt. A foursome was behind him, waiting for him to finish the hole. About the time he was to ready to putt, on the road beside the golf course, a shiny black hearse pulled into view, followed by an entourage of some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of God

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 28, 2002

In this passage, the simplest & yet most profound statement of all is "God is love." That sounds beautiful, but what does it mean? We use the word "love" a lot, & I’m afraid that our use of it can be rather confusing.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2022) TEXT: 1 John 4:7=10, 1 Corinthians 13 Some of the greatest words about love in Scripture are found in 1 John 4:7-10. Listen as I read them to you. “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. . . . ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-10, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 26, 2002

We need to let go of control in our lives so that we can receive God’s blessings

There’s a story about a little girl who climbed up on the lap of her great grandmother and looked at her white hair and wrinkles and then asked, “Did God make you?” “Yes,” the great grandmother replied. Then the child asked, “Did God make me, too?” Grandma again replied, “Yes.” “Well, said the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-30

Denomination: United Methodist

The God-Pleasers Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Oct 3, 2002

Paul gives a great example for pastors and believers to seek to be God-pleasers, not man-pleasers.

“Be Ready” The God-Pleasers 1 Thes. 2:1-12 Intro. A funny thing happened to me on the way to studying for my message today.  I discovered that it’s easy to find stuff that will help you grow in your walk with Christ, but when it gets personal, it gets uncomfortable.  We’re quick to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God With Us

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004

The baby Christ overturned any expectations the world could have about how God works in His creation.

It’s great to be here with you tonight. Christmas Eve has always been one of my favorite nights of the year … and all the more as it’s become a night in which I get to share it with the “extended family” that come and gather together in this service. It’s a particularly provocative time to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is God

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 10, 2007

The Nature of Who/What God Is And How We Should Respond To Him

God 101 Contrary to popular belief, simply believing in God does not make you a Christian. James 2:19 tells us that even demons believe in God. What separates you is a desire to know God on a personal level, to grow closer, to learn more about him, and to have a relationship with him. The only ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God's Prophet"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 22, 2012

Shows how God 1. protects, 2. provides, 3. plans for us -- with out permission.

“God’s Prophet” August 26, 2012 2 Kings 6:8-23 “Now the king of Aram was at war with Israel. After conferring with his officers, he said, “I will set up my camp in such and such a place.” The man of God sent word to the king of Israel: “Beware of passing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23

Denomination: Holiness

To The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012

How to know what is right and wrong to do.

Introduction You have been invited to a party. There is drinking. Should you partake? Does it matter if other Christians are present? What about dancing? Is there some dancing that is okay and other kind that is not? Can one dance in a dance hall but not in a church? In a church but not at ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Doubting God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 5, 2012

When we doubt God we can so easily get sucked into focusing on ourselves; badmouthing God; make believe that God has a hidden evil agenda for us which is completely false and start polluting the minds of others thus bringing depravity not only on ourselve

Opening illustration: G. Campbell Morgan had already enjoyed some success as a preacher by the time he was 19 years old. But then he was attacked by doubts about the Bible. The writings of various scientists and agnostics disturbed him (e.g., Charles Darwin, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, and Herbert ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Glorifying God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 23, 2011

The Christian and food offered to idols. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • The great composer Johann Sebastian Bach said, always headed his compositions “J.J.” • The letters stood for “Jesus Juva” which means “Jesus Help Me.” • He ended them “S.D.G.” the letters stood for “Soli Dei Gratia” • Which means “to God alone be the praise.” • That would suggest to ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

God's Greatness

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 20, 2008

Let’s focus on just how BIG our God is and what He can do. There is joy in knowing He is bigger than us.

Each month at the men’s fellowship a topic has been assigned for the speaker to address. We have received what has to be the most absurdly large topic known to man. This subject has infinite boundaries which mankind has been trying to wrap its finite mind around for all time. No one has ever ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wisdom Of God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 25, 2007

God is infinitely wise and we are not. It pleases Him when we trust His wisdom even when we don’t understand what He is doing.

In Genesis 37 we are introduced to a young man named Joseph. Joseph lived a charmed life. His father—who was a very rich man—loved Joseph more than any of his other sons. He had everything a teenager could want: a huge allowance, the latest brand name sandals, the fastest camel money could buy. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist