Sermons on Trusting God:

What If?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 25, 2017

Its only when we take ourselves and the word if out of the equation and trust God to do the impossible. The story concludes with not a question of if, but the fact that David answered and stepped out of if, into faith! Are you willing to do the same?

What if? Illus. From sermon central A certain king needed a faithful servant and had to choose between two candidates for the office. He took both at fixed wages and told them to fill a basket with water from a nearby well, saying that he would come in the evening to inspect their work. After ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sold Into Slavery (Genesis 37)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 18, 2024

What must it have been like for Joseph, sold into slavery by his own brothers? Do we trust God that He has a plan for those who love Him? Let's look at Genesis 37.

What was it like for Joseph being sold by his brothers into Egyptian slavery? How do we handle terrible loss? Do we have the faith to wait on God, who has wonderful plans, for those who love Him? Let’s look at Genesis 37. Does Joseph get along with his older brothers? Have we ever experienced ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Has Chosen You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to acknowledge and obey God's unique purpose for their lives, trusting in His divine plan and embracing the blessings that come from being His chosen ones.

Good morning, family! I'm so glad to see all of you here today. We are going to dive into the word of God in 2 Chronicles 29:11 which says, "My sons, do not be negligent now, for the Lord has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, and that you should minister to Him and burn incense." You ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:11

Topics: God's Chosen Ones

How Big Is God?

Contributed by David Seeley on Mar 5, 2004

God is abundantly able to help those who obey Him and put their trust in Him. This message gives hope to those who are facing the trial of life. No matter how big the trial, God is bigger than it all.

How Big is God? (Matthew 19:26) But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible. (KJV) I. God is bigger than your whale <problems of your own making> Jonah was the cause of his own problem. If he had only obeyed God in the first place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Denomination: Holiness

Our Security Is In God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 17, 2021

On this path of sanctification, we will experience sufferings and hardships, but we can trust in God's providence, His divine purpose and His protection over us. We will grow into the likeness of Christ and finish the race in victory.

We’ve come to what many considered the most beautiful and encouraging part of the book of Romans. As Christians who know God, do we feel safe and secure in life? • Now that we are children of God, with the indwelling Holy Spirit in us and the glorious hope before us, do we feel secure? Are we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39, Galatians 1:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Valley Of Blessing

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 2, 2010

Sometimes we face situations that leave us filled with fear and uncertainty. We don’t know how to respond because our situation seems impossible. But God works in ways we cannot see and if we will do life with Him, our growing trust in Him will compel us

The Valley of Blessing Intro: It was Easter morning, 1799, and the people of Feldkirch, Austria, were terrified. They believed this Easter would likely be the very worst day of their lives. Outside the gates stood the army of Napoleon, and he wanted in. The citizens were ready to raise the white ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Birth Of Ishmael Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Jan 19, 2020

Having faith is not enough. The patriarchs inherited God's promises by faith and patience. This discussion of Ishmael's birth highlights the necessity of not trying to make things happen but of patiently waiting on God to fullfill his promises in our lives.

Lessons from the life of Abraham Faith and Patience: The Birth of Ishmael When we come to chapter 16 of Genesis, we find that Abram’s faith begins to waver - he begins to lose his simple, happy confidence in what God had promised him. God had said that he would have a son through whom would come ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

God Will Carry You In 2026

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 27, 2025

Polls show that people make many resolutions about physical things but neglect spiritual goals. Those who trust in God are more likely to experience lasting change. God promises to carry us in Isa. 46:4. What does this mean and how can we attain it?

GOD WILL CARRY YOU IN 2026 IN 2026 Isa. 46:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. In 2026, may your neighbors respect you, troubles neglect you, angels protect you, and heaven accept you. 2. May all your troubles last as long as your New Year resolutions. 3. Remember you can reset your resolutions ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faithful, Guarding, Powerful: Following Jesus Under God’s Protection - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 26, 2025

We are living in anxious days. Headlines scream fear. Trust is fragile. Evil feels emboldened. Many believers quietly ask, “Will my faith hold? Will I make it? Is God really able to keep me?”

Faithful, Guarding, Powerful: Following Jesus Under God’s Protection - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 Introduction: Living as Disciples in an Unstable World We are living in anxious days. Headlines scream fear. Trust is fragile. Evil feels emboldened. Many believers quietly ask, “Will my faith hold? Will I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3, 2 Timothy 2:13, Philippians 4:13, 1 John 5:18, Ephesians 6:11, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Acts 3:19, Romans 10:13, 2 Thessalonians 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Journey From Victim To Victor Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 21, 2013

The stories of the Bible through the age of the patriarchs like Abraham, the Exodus, the wanderings in the wilderness, the conquest of Canaan, the period of the judges and Kings - eventually led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the captivity of God's p

It was May 1940. The allied French and British forces had been badly defeated by Germany in the Battle of France. Around three hundred fifty thousand men, including the entire British army, were backed up against the sea at the port of Dunkirk, on the coast of France. They were sitting ducks. Their ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-48

Live By God’s Promise! Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 24, 2022

The story of Hagar and the birth of Ishmael teaches us about what happens when we stop waiting on God. Our man-made plans will go astray. We need to seek God in all that we do.

Time flies when you are having fun. Time does not fly when you are waiting on God’s promise. When you are waiting on God weeks can seem like years. Waiting on God can be one of the most challenging times. The temptation to step in and take control of the circumstances is great. It also causes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Don't You Know? Haven't You Heard?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 7, 2015

A sermon about trusting in God when the going gets tough.

"Don't You Know? Haven't You Heard?" Isaiah 40:21-31 In the Upper Room devotional for this past Monday Amy Grenoble wrote about her many years of battling with an eating disorder. Her days were filled with mental battles, prayers of desperation, attempts to repair injured relationships and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Storms Of Life- Fear Not

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 11, 2019

A sermon about the source of fear and the strategies to defeat it

The Storms of Life Fear Not CCCAG June 9h, 2019 Scripture- Joshua 1:1-9 Intro: Open with Prayer Fears (Whiteboard) Today we will be talking about fear as one of the storms that come into our life. Fear can be the storm itself- an attack of the enemy of our souls or a byproduct of the storm. We ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Storms Of Life- Fear Not

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 11, 2019

A sermon about the source of fear and the strategies to defeat it

The Storms of Life Fear Not CCCAG June 9h, 2019 Scripture- Joshua 1:1-9 Intro: Open with Prayer Fears (Whiteboard) Today we will be talking about fear as one of the storms that come into our life. Fear can be the storm itself- an attack of the enemy of our souls or a byproduct of the storm. We ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Moriah To Calvary

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 18, 2025

When love and obedience collide, faith walks on — discovering the God who provides, redeems, and loves us more than we understand.

Introduction – The Journey Between Two Mountains Two mountains stand across the pages of Scripture like bookends of a single story — Mount Moriah and Mount Calvary. On one, a father walks with his son, wood on his back, heart in his throat, and faith on the line. On the other, another Father ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, Hebrews 11:17-19, Romans 8:32, John 3:16, Philippians 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist