Sermons on Told What To Do:

God's Power Can Be Yours

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 29, 2002

The great need in all of our lives is a source of power. We need that power to face temptations, bear burdens, and to be effective witnesses. We can find that power in Jesus.

GOD’S POWER CAN BE YOURS Acts 8:9-24 INTRO: Two ministers were talking about the kind of Sunday morning we all have sooner or later. The alarm did not go off. Various domestic crises occurred. The traffic was unusually heavy. Finally, when he arrived at the church, he was late and someone had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

Denomination: Baptist

Hypocrisy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon encourages self-examination and living authentically in God's truth, warning against hypocrisy and emphasizing the importance of honoring only the divine.

Welcome, welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are here today to immerse ourselves in the profound wisdom of the Holy Scripture, to seek guidance, and to find solace in the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 23:33-39

Topics: Do Not Follow, Scribes

Ephesians Chapter 4 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 8, 2008

Now this great book begins to address many things in how we should live as believers. "Rich" and "powerful" are two good words for Ephesians 4.

TRUTHS FROM EPHESIANS IV (Ephesians Chapter 4) Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 10, 2008 This is the fourth in this series of messages entitled “Truths From Ephesians”. It’s time to really review, so that we do not forget what we have already learned from this great book of the Bible. Here’s our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Primer Or What Is A Primer?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

Look at what our society has turned into. Look at what society considers more important to instruct our children.

What is primer or what is a primer? The online Merriam-Webster dictionary gives the following: A small book for teaching children to read - (to teach regardless of age) A small introductory book on a subject or a short informative piece of writing A compound used to ignite a spark - (needed to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Are You #3 (Sin) Series

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

WHERE ARE YOU in regards to SIN? Does sin control you? Have you been CLEANSED by the BLOOD of the LAMB? Do you have or are you seeking a HEART to PLEASE the LORD in ALL THINGS? THE BIBLE TEACHES US THAT WE CAN BE CLEANSED & HAVE VICTORY OVER SIN!

WHERE ARE YOU (#3)? (Sin) - (Anonymous) – “Once we assuage our conscience by calling something a ‘necessary evil,’ it begins to look more and more necessary and less and less evil.” I. WE MUST RECOGNIZE and ACCEPT that WE are ALL SINNERS in NEED of SALVATION (Agree ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:21-22

Denomination: Other

Eyes On Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Encourage believers to live by the law of Christ, which involves gently restoring those caught in sin, carrying each other's burdens, persistently doing good, and trusting that they will reap the benefits of their actions in due time.

Good morning, church family! I hope you're all feeling blessed today. I am excited to share a word from the Lord with you this morning. We're going to be talking about something that seems simple but holds so much depth and meaning - living by the law of Christ, sharing and caring for each other, ...read more

Topics: Keep Doing Good

Rip The Roof Off

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

commitment

Rip the roof off (Luke 5:17-20) Illus: 1 I heard a story about a dude who brought a friend to church who only typically attended twice a year: on Christmas and Easter . As they were walking out after the service was over – the pastor was standing at the door shaking everyone’s hands. He grabbed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Saying Yes To God Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 28, 2008

Sometimes God puts us into positions or places we would not normally go. For such a time as this we are where we are for God’s glory.

Saying Yes to God part 2 Esther 2:1-20 After the Kings anger subsided, he remembered. How many times have we lashed out in anger or acted on impulse and wished we could take it back. I remember when my son John first got a tattoo. He did so secretly while we were away for the weekend preaching ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Can Do It, Myself!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 14, 2011

When we become born again, its like starting all over so to speak, Because its not about what we can do any longer, its about what God can do, in and through our lives,

I Can Do It Myself I can do it myself, it starts when were young and builds from there, When we learn to walk, tie our shoes, dress ourselves, clean up our room, make our bed, do the laundry, etc., our parents try to teach us to have independence and self sufficiency. While we need to learn ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith In God - It Is I, Do Not Be Afraid.

Contributed by William Tan Yh on May 17, 2007

No matter what you are going through, remember that God is in charge. He knows where you are and he will come to your help.

As I look back at my journey as a Christian, there are many moments where I experienced the good stuffs of the Christian life. It just reminds me of all the good things that are being provided for by the Shepherd as mentioned in Psalms 23... But there are also the bad days, the trials; just like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Charismatic

What Was Joseph Thinking?

Contributed by Steve Greene on Nov 29, 2006

What was Joseph thinking that night outside the stable. Have you ever thought about it? What would have been going through your mind? This message challenges us to do what Joseph did. He obeyed God even when it didn’t make sense.

What was Joseph Thinking? It may sound a little bit morbid to begin a message like this, but I have always told my wife, when I die, if she believes it can be said with integrity, I want my epitaph to include Genesis 6:22. Genesis 6:22 (NIV) 22 Noah did everything just as God commanded him. My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

What Kind Of Fruit Are You Bearing?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014

What kind of fruit do you bear? How much fruit do you bear? You will reap the harvest that you sow... SOW WISELY...

WHAT KIND OF FRUIT ARE YOU BEARING By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com INTRODUCTION: My first two years of high school my Dad pastored a church in Jellico, Tennessee. I loved Jellico so much. The Garden Club was offering a $50 prize to the prettiest yard in Jellico. My Dad decided the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:44-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Change Of Mind

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 21, 2012

Sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, Year B.

Jonah 3: 1 – 5, 10 / A Change Of Mind Intro: “Hello, this is Jonah – I am unable to take your call right now, please do not leave your name, number of message, because I won’t be getting back to you. If this is God calling, I’m unavailable because I’m on an ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hard Of Hearing

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 9, 2023

How much of what God wants us to hear have we actually heard? And does it matter how much we hear if we don’t do what we’re told?

Have any of you visited the Trump Plaza in Atlantic City? That’s what I kept thinking of as I meditated on this parable. Because just as I was leaving Presbytery last Tuesday evening, I ran into Bob Higgs, who is Executive Director of the Atlantic City Mission Council. He was carrying several ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Now, That Makes No Sense At All!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 11, 2019

It makes no sense to be part of the same family and be mad when the father chooses to do for one what he hasn’t chosen to do for the other. Yet, this is precisely what happened in the parable Jesus told of two sons, either of whom were prodigal.

“Jesus said, ‘There was a man who had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, “Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.” And he divided his property between them. Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a far country, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist