Sermons on Wanted:

In The Presence Of The Lord - Sermon I: No Want Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 31, 2019

In the presence of the LORD there is no want! Come into His presence with thanksgiving and praise God from whom all blessings flow.

IN THE PRESENCE OF THE LORD - SERMON I – NO WANT! Picture yourself walking along a winding dirt road from Jericho to Jerusalem; as you approach the city, you walk alongside a field, and you come upon a group of shepherds as they herd their ...read more

God Wants To Hold Your Hand

Contributed by David Nolte on Nov 3, 2019

There are many times when we need the loving, lifting, leading hand of God to hold our hand.

Whether or not you are, or were, a Beatles fan, at one time, or, more probably, many times, you have heard the song, “I Want To Hold Your Hand.” “Oh yeah, I’ll tell you somethin’ I think you’ll understand When I say that somethin’ I want to hold your hand I want to hold your hand I want to hold ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Him Is Where I Want To Be.

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 16, 2024

Being IN HIM means His peace rules our hearts and His power is made perfect in our weakness. To be IN HIM is true fulfillment satisfying all our needs according to His riches in glory.

In Him is where I want to be By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Today I want to teach on the phrase “In the name of Jesus” or “In my name” and what it truly means to be IN HIS NAME or IN HIM. It is not based upon the way we dress, talk, or act although those do influence a lot. It is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13-14, John 15:16

Denomination: Apostolic

What Does God Want For Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2025

God doesn't need anything, how may we serve Him?

A. INTRODUCTION: PSALM 100 1.What do people want out of Thanksgiving? Mom ___________________________________________, Dad ____________________________________________, Children ________________________________________, Football players ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Shall Not Want Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 14, 2025

Is the Lord your personal Shepherd?

A. ABOUT RELATIONSHIP 1. Why can I say, “The Shepherd is mine?” a. Because He gave His life for me. “The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep” (John 10:11). “I give unto them (the sheep) eternal life” (John 10:28). b. Because He called me. “He calleth his own sheep by name” (John 10:3). ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28, John 10:3

Denomination: Baptist

Why Paul Wanted To Send Timothy

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 25, 2025

The Apostle Paul says that most people—even all except Timothy—are only concerned with their own affairs, not with the interests of Christ. The work of Christ is, in fact, to truly love and care for fellow believers.

Why Paul Wanted to Send Timothy Philippians 2:19–24 19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. 20 For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. 21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Want To Avoid Temptation? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 2, 2025

We finish up the Lord's Prayer sermon series with Jesus' words on temptation. Do they match how we normally approach sin in our lives?

AVOIDING TEMPTATION: Do I want this for my life? - Matthew 6:13. - Now we come to the close of the Lord’s Prayer. Jesus has invited us to pray about a number of important subjects and now we have a final one about spiritual victory. - What does v. 13 mean? I think a summary statement would be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

God Wants Holiness In His People PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to live holy lives through the power of Jesus Christ, as guided by the teachings in Hebrews Chapter 12.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be diving into a passage from the book of Hebrews – Chapter 12. What a rich and enlightening book it is! It speaks directly to us, reminding us that Jesus is the source of our faith, God wants holiness in his people, and that we should be ...read more

Topics: Jesus, Faith, Holiness

Jesus, I Want To Know You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To explore and appreciate the power, benefits, and joy that come from knowing Christ.

Good morning, dear friends. I am filled with joy and excitement as we delve into our sermon today, exploring the beauty, power, and joy of knowing our Lord Jesus Christ. I'm reminded of a quote by the respected theologian, A.W. Tozer, who once said, "What comes into our minds when we think about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:7-9

Topics: Knowing Christ

I Want To Leave You With Something PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

Explores the divine promise of Jesus' enduring peace, contrasting it with the fleeting peace of the world, and encourages living in this peace daily.

Good morning, my dear family in Christ. What a blessing it is to gather here today, in this sacred space, to bask in the glory of God's love and to find solace in His eternal Word. We are here to be fed, to be nurtured, to be comforted, and to be challenged by the truth of the Gospel. We are here ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Topics: Peace

God Wants To Do Something New PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, forget past failures, and embrace the new opportunities God is creating in their lives.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sanctuary of solace, this haven of hope, this dwelling of divine love. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family knit together by the thread of faith, stitched by the hands of our Heavenly Father. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: New Opportunity

Do You Want Cheese With That Whine? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2025

The sermon calls us to live out quiet, faithful obedience to God, shining as lights and reflecting Christ’s character in everyday life without complaint.

Friends, grace to you. Maybe you carried in a bag of what-ifs and a bundle of weariness. God meets us here. Not with crossed arms, but with open hands. He knows the week you just had. He knows the whispers of worry that tried to win the day. And into the noise, he speaks a clear and steady ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Topics: Murmuring, Complaining

I Want The Church To Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

I want the church to grow because Jesus Does but do I want people who are not immedieatly receptive to the Gospel?

I recieved this idea from my mentor Jerrie Barber. I Want the Church to Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Luke 9:51-56 Introduction: Review I want the church to grow because it was in God’s plan, Jesus taught that it would, Jesus commanded sowing which produces growth, and growth is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does Christmas Want From You?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 7, 2003

Christmas wants to give us a special gift that we won’t want to exchange.

What Does Christmas Want For You? December 22, 2002 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker A On Christmas eve, Jarod’s parents became concerned because they could not find their young son. a Finally, they checked his room and found the five-year-old sitting quietly on his bed. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

3 Things I Don’t Want To Be; 1 Thing I Do Want To Be

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 20, 2011

I don’t want to be a backslider, a "castaway" or a reprobate, but I do what to be a disciple.

3 Things I Don’t Want to Be; 1 Thing I Do Want to Be Chuck Sligh March 3, 2002 Thanks to Bob Cook at Church at Grace Park, White House, TN for this sermon over 30 years ago when I was his assistant pastor. The skeleton outline was his; the meat of the message, including illustrations, is original ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31

Denomination: Baptist