Sermons on Transcendent God:

Frustrating Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the surprising, transcendent, and sometimes frustrating nature of God's grace.

Good morning, Church! Today, we're going to dive deep into the book of Jonah, specifically Jonah 3:10-4:11. Now, y’all might think you know the story of Jonah, but brace yourselves, because it's not just about a big fish. Today, we'll be talking about God's surprising grace, His transcendent love, ...read more

Topics: Grace

He Is Sovereignly Able

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Mar 1, 2006

God’s kindness for His people transcends their wildest dreams! What He is willing to give they don’t even contemplate to ask from Him.

“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us” (Eph. 3:20). Do we really know what the Almighty God can do for us? Are we aware how much favor He wants to give? If we have any idea of the great things He can shower on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

When God Goes To The Extreme

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001

When God gets our attention.

THESE PASSAGES OF SCRIPTURE REVEAL THAT THE PEOPLE WERE IN A STATE OF APOSTACY/FALLING AWAY. THEIR ALLEGIENCE TO GOD HAD BEEN SEVERED AND THEIR HEARTS HAD GROWN COLD, STALE, AND CALLUSED. THEY SERVED GOD TO PLEASE THE PROPHETS AND SERVED BAAL TO PLEASE THE KING. BUT MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Dec 2, 2005

The Attributes of God series: how God is love and what that means to us

Godislove 11/27/05 am Rev. Jeff Simms, SBC Philippi The Attributes of God: God is Love 1 John 4:7-12 Primary Purpose: To look at how God is love and what response we should have to that. We have been looking at the attributes of God’s nature. If we stopped where we are today, you might come ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

All The Fullness Of God

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 21, 2022

A sermon for Christ the King Sunday, Year C

November 20, 2022 Christ the King Sunday, Year C Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Colossians 1:11-20; Luke 23:33-43 All the Fullness of God Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “For in him all the fullness of God was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-20, Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Lutheran

The Sovereign's Crown

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2014

Sermon based on Psalm 24.

"THE CROSS, THE CROOK & THE CROWN" Pt. 3 - The Sovereign's Crown Psalms 24:7-10 Psalms 24:7 Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. 8 Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle. 9 Lift up ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Look Up And Praise The Lord

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2017

A summons to praise our God, with reasons attached.

LOOK UP AND PRAISE THE LORD. Psalm 147:1-11, Psalm 147:20c. Why “Praise the LORD” (Psalm 147:1)? There are two possible readings of the answer: “For it is good/ pleasant/ delightful to sing praises to our God” (cf. Psalm 92:1); or “For He is good/ gracious/ beautiful” (cf. Psalm 27:4). It could ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-11, Psalm 147:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have A God Problem

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 1, 2024

This sermon will explore how, in the face of "God problems"—situations without human solutions—the key to experiencing safety, security, and peace that transcends all understanding lies in faith in the risen Savior.

I Have A God Problem Exodus 2:1-3:14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Life is a journey that must be traveled, regardless of the condition of the roads. While a fortunate few may seem to glide through life with ease, most people encounter formidable challenges—whether ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Unlocking Supernatural Abilities With God's Anointing SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

God's anointing empowers us to transcend our natural abilities and perform supernatural feats. To advance in life and ministry, we need a continuous flow of fresh anointing from the Holy Spirit.

According to the Bible, every believer who is born again and filled with the Holy Spirit has the anointing of God in their life. However, it is our responsibility to cultivate and increase this anointing. Some individuals walk in a greater level of anointing than others, and this is determined by ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:27

Topics: Anointing, Supernatural Abilities

The Handiwork Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 15, 2007

As we look at our unsearchable universe and our brievity of life in it, people can feel their true insignificance. When we connect ourself to the love of its Creator we can find our true significance.

ISAIAH 40:21-26 THE HANDIWORK OF GOD (Hebrews 1:10-11) God’s majestic work as Creator is now emphasized. Isaiah describes God’s power to create, His provision to sustain and His presence to help. From His sovereign position in heaven God watches over His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-26, Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven’s Intervention In Human Affairs Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 20, 2025

Heaven is not indifferent to what you go through. Whether it's a fiery furnace, a storm, or a den of lions, God has a track record of stepping into human affairs. His intervention brings hope, glory, promotion, and salvation.

HEAVEN’S INTERVENTION IN HUMAN AFFAIRS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 3:24-25 Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:14-16, Isaiah 43:1-2, Acts 12:5-11, 2 Kings 6:15-17, Exodus 14:19-24 INTRODUCTION: God is not a distant observer of human struggles. Throughout Scripture, we see a pattern of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:24-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paradigms Of Prayer

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 2, 2019

We pray for the glory of God. We consider that it is He who we have sinned against. We pray in solidarity with those for whom we pray. We don't try to restrict God.

PARADIGMS OF PRAYER. 1. Solidarity with those for whom we pray (Exodus 32:30-32) Moses presents us with an example of true, thoroughgoing, intercessory prayer. This is Moses’ prayer after the infamous ‘Golden Calf’ incident, when the people had committed idolatry at the foot of Mount Sinai ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:30-32, Joshua 7:6-9, Psalm 51:3-4, 2 Chronicles 6:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Realm Beyond The Natural

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

To remain bound to the natural is to live beneath your inheritance in Christ.

REALM BEYOND THE NATURAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 2:9-14 Supporting Texts: John 3:6, Romans 8:5-9, Galatians 5:16-17, Colossians 3:1-3, Ephesians 2:6 INTRODUCTION: There is a realm far above the limitations of the senses—a realm where human logic ends and divine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Restores Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007

This message is included in a series from the book of Job.

“GOD RESTORES” Job 28:1-17 INTRO – “This Old House” – TV show that features the renovation and restoration. Bob Vila was host for many of the 25 years that it has been on TV. They’ve worked on every type of house imaginable – modern style, 1849 Greek revival farmhouse, 1928 brick Tudor, 1865 ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Throne Room Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 12, 2012

John is given a picture of a God who is transcendent, unapproachable in his holiness, surrounded by the greatest of angelic beings who can think of nothing they’d rather do than fall down at his feet and sing his praises.

I applied for ordination in 1988 - in another diocese from this. When I went for the interview to see if I was acceptable, one of the questions I was asked was “What is God like for you?” It’s a good question, isn’t it? What is your image of God? Now I have an idea that the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican