Sermons on Unchangable:

When You Don't Like Where God Is Leading You

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 19, 2013

A look at struggles we have with the idea that God gets to shape us rather than us being in charge of our lives ourselves. What does it mean to let Him shape us like a potter shapes the clay?

WHAT GIVES YOU THE RIGHT TO BRING THAT INTO MY LIFE? We want to be shaped in the way we choose. - It can be painful to be shaped. - Like a potter pressing his fingers into the clay to mold it into a different shape would probably not “feel good” to the clay if it were sentient, so the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Assurance Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

Our God is an Awesome God! He loves us and wants us to commune with Him. He has given us the tremendous blessing of prayer, the ability to approach and be heard by the creator of all things.

Assurance of Prayer Blessed Assurance part 5 11/22/09 PM Text: Hebrews 10:19 (various) INTRODUCTION In past lessons we have examined the assurances we have from God. We have seen blessed assurance of Salvation we have from God the Father through His Son: 1 John 5:11 ( NASB ) And the testimony is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"El Caracter De Dios”

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

When we talk about the Character of God, we cannot help but talk about the attributes of God. Who is God and how does He reflect His Character to mankind.

“El Caracter de Dios” 8/20/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez Pastor_rr@yahoo.comp Deut 5:24 “And ye said, Behold, the LORD our God hath shewed us his glory and his greatness, and we have heard his voice out of the midst of the fire: we have seen this day that God doth talk with man, and he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Apostolic

Name Of God - Yahweh Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 15, 2010

The Bible refers to God by different names and each one reveals some aspect of His character and His relationship with us.

Yahweh Background information Names have occupied a significant place in Bible times. People’s names were changed to reflect some calling from God or a significant event in their lives. No wonder Moses was so eager to learn the name of God. He knew that the name of God would tell him ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14, Judges 6:24

Denomination: Christian Church

Rules Of Temporary And Eternal

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Aug 14, 2014

Temporary and eternal

Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: *other

Self Control

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Aug 24, 2013

The secret of self control is Christ control.

Self Control Text: Prov. 25:28 Intro: It is evident that many personal and societal problems stem from lack of self control. Look at the evidence-lack of control in: addictions anger divorce drug abuse greed illicit sex materialism murder rudeness spending etc, ad nauseum Theme: We want ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Church Of God

"Serving Our Generation” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 18, 2018

Every believer has an obligation to pass along the faith to the next generation.

Last time, we thought about serving God’s purpose. Today, let’s think about serving our generation. The Bible has a lot to say about one generation investing in the next. “One generation will declare your works to the next and will proclaim your mighty acts.” - Psalm 145:4 (CSB) “Let this be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018

Jesus gives us a life lesson here that is for both this life and the next. There are needy people at our doorsteps who need our compassion, love and resources in order to survive. Our wealth should not remove us from them.

The Rich man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 As we have walked with Jesus through the Parables this year we have been taught how God values each one of us, men and women, boys and girls, young and old and rich and poor. Jesus has given us insights into how to live for God while we seek to live as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Acts 2:27-31, Ephesians 4:8-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Came Back From The Dead Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

What happened in Jesus' resurrection?

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. MY FOLLOWERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN “RESURRECTED ORIENTED” 1. The resurrection was taught in the Old Testament. a. Abraham’s action. “Abraham reasoned that if Isaac died, God would ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17, John 2:19

Denomination: Baptist

Imite Have To Give An Account Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 15, 2011

Someday we will be asked to make an account of what we did with the gifts God gave us.

Introduction: A OID B This parable has a historical background because in 40 B.C. Herod (the Great) went to Rome to receive authority from the emperor to rule as king of Judea (granted). 1 In 4 A.D. when Herod died and left his son, Archelaus, the kingdom. a Archelaus went to Rome to claim his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Our Transfigured Lord

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 5, 2011

“He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light” Matt. 17:2.

Matt. 17:1-9 Theme: Our transfigured Lord Text: Ex. 24:12-18; 2 Pet. 1:16-21; Matt. 17:1-9 Today 6th March is Ghana’s 54th Independence anniversary. No one doubts the date, even those less than 54 years, because there were many witnesses to this important event. There is another event ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Study Of “god” Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 20, 2015

The Study Of “God”

The Study Of “God” John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1). This is the first verse in the Bible. 1. All things begin with God. 2. The Bible begins with ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Foursquare

Yearn For The Food That Endures

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 1, 2015

“Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give to you. For on him God the Father has set his seal”. (John 6:27)

Theme: Yearn for the food that endures Text: Ex. 16:4-15; Eph. 4:1-16; John 6:25-35 One major problem facing the world today is that of climate change. Its effect is not only seen in rising temperatures but also in drought and famine. The worsening food situation is leading to starvation and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wellspring Of Joy Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 27, 2015

Reinforce You Joy by Growing In Love, Choosing the Best, Being Devoted to Christ, Doing What is Right

Wellspring of Joy Part 2 The Pursuit of Happiness (from the July 15, 2013 Time Magazine) The Pursuit of Happiness: Why Americans are wired to be happy, and what that’s doing to us. “Our happiness… (is) an almost adolescent restlessness, an itch to do the Next Big ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepherd;

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

The LORD is my shepherd;

Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 1. The Reality Of David's Confession The LORD is my shepherd (a) An Acknowledgement Of His Ignorance The Need Of The Shepherd John 6:68 Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Holiness