Sermons on Why Does God Delay Answering:

What Does It Actually Mean To Study To Show Thyself Approved Unto God? Series

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on May 18, 2021

As Christians, we are often told we must study to show ourselves Approved unto God rightly dividing the word of truth. But what if, I don’t read that well, I have bad study habits or I just don't understand what I read? Does that mean I'm not approved by God?

As Christians, we are often told, that we must study to show ourselves Approved unto God as workmen not ashamed but rightly dividing the word of truth. But, what if, as the image displays of the little boy reading his Bible, we are unable to understand what we read. What about those who don’t read ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Love Is Constant--Even When It Does Not Feel Good

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 19, 2022

When the Lord showed Himself to Moses on the mountain, He declared Himself to be a God of compassion and loving kindness–in Biblical language–forever.

Tuesday of the 16th Week in Course Recently I heard a homily that really pricked my ears, and almost prompted me to jump up in the pew and object. The preacher said something like “the God of the OT is not One that I worship,” because in the Scriptures we read some pretty nasty stuff. Psalm 137 is ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6, Matthew 12:46-50, Psalm 85:2-8, Micah 7:14-20

Denomination: Catholic

Does God Want Everyone To Be Saved? Understanding The Divine Love And Human Choice Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

The Bible presents a complex and nuanced portrayal of God's desire for humanity's salvation.

The Bible presents a complex and nuanced portrayal of God's desire for humanity's salvation. On one hand, Scripture affirms that God wants everyone to be saved (1 Timothy 2:3-4, 2 Peter 3:9). On the other hand, it also warns that not everyone will accept God's offer of salvation, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, 2 Thessalonians 2:10-12

What Do You Know About God? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Often our responses to life’s circumstances reveal how we think about God, whether it’s falling down stairs, getting a promotion, or discovering that your child has a learning disability.

Please note: the Scripture passage will be read before the sermon. “A PSALM OF DAVID, WHEN HE FLED FROM ABSALOM HIS SON. 1 O LORD, how many are my foes! Many are rising against me; 2 many are saying of my soul, “There is no salvation for him in God.” Selah 3 But you, O LORD, are a shield about ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Deus Faz Coisas InescrutÁveis (God Does Unsearchable Things) - Portuguese

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 13, 2020

"Grande é o Senhor, e muito digno de louvor; e a Sua grandeza é insondável. Uma geração louvará as Suas obras a outra geração, e declarará os Seus actos poderosos." (Salmo 145:3-4)

DEUS FAZ COISAS INESCRUTÁVEIS JOB 5:9 "Quem faz grandes coisas, e coisas inescrutáveis, Maravilhosas sem número" As maravilhas de Deus são actos sobrenaturais para além da compreensão humana. Através de sinais extraordinários, o Deus das ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:9, Romans 11:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Adoption Day

Contributed by Bobby Key on Oct 6, 2018

Our name does not define us, Christ does.

Our names say a lot about us. We put thought into what we name our children and our pets. Some of us even name our cars. Everything has to have a name. Some names are strong and powerful, some are humble and meek, and others…well… In April of 1940, a baby was born in New Jersey. This boy was one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14, Romans 8:14-17

Texting God

Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Dec 19, 2012

Going deeper in your relationship with God, why that is important, and how you can be excited about it. Move beyond texting God to being in relationship with God.

I talked to someone who had recently lost a loved one, and I talked to someone who had a loved one in ICU this week. And I was thinking about Sunday mornings, and thinking about this small amount of time we have together, and thinking about how I want to say something to help encourage you, to try ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

The Kingdom Of God Is Near Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 29, 2022

In this sermon I introduce and expand on the concept of the Kingdom of God and how it explains the "Why" of discipleship and spiritual formation.

If you want to follow along today, we are going to be looking at two verses. It is out of the gospel of Mark 1:14-15. We have been going through this series on the theme of discipleship. If you were here last week, you know that we have defined discipleship as ordinary people learning to live ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15, Luke 11:20, John 3:3

Denomination: Christian Church

Real Servants Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 22, 2010

What does it mean to be a real servant of God. Let's look at Paul's example and follow it.

Introduction: A. Frank Abagnale was the world’s greatest con artist. 1. The movie Catch Me If You Can, directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, is based on the true-life story this man, who bilked the government out of more than $5 million by the time he was 21 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Claim To Know God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 9, 2013

To enumerate the characteristics of those who only claims to know GOD but GOD does not know them.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you claim to know GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the characteristics of those who only claims to know GOD but GOD does not know them. IV. TEXT: Titus 1:16 (Amplified Bible) They profess to know God [to recognize, perceive, and be ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God That Sees The Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

God does not see as man sees. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.

THE GOD THAT SEES THE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:7 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 17:10, Proverbs 21:2, Psalm 139:1-4, Hebrews 4:13, Acts 1:24 INTRODUCTION: God does not see as man sees. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. In a world where ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Is God's Answer Sermon V: Service To Christ Is A Matter Of The Heart As Is Salvation Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 6, 2020

As Christians go wherever and do whatever in the name of Jesus, we must discipline ourselves to stay focused on God's purpose for calling us into His service and never forget the essentials of God's message of salvation.

SERVICE TO CHRIST IS A MATTER OF THE HEART AS IS SALVATION If asked to name ten persons other than Christ who gave his or her all for the Cause of Christ, one would think that Mother Teresa would be near the top. She not only lived 87 years, she loved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-10

Two Kinds Of People In The World Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 10, 2013

How does God see people?

What can we say about the God of the Bible?? Now, in relation to these descriptions, how do we as human beings compare to this God of the Bible?? Bigger than the Universe Almighty in power Beauty Love Perfection And so, how should God see tiny, imperfect, and sinful people?? In our passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Jesus Wants Us To Identify Complainers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew from His experiences with the Pharisees how complainers work to hinder the growth of the kingdom of God and His righteousness.

1. Jesus knew from His experiences with the Pharisees how complainers work to hinder the growth of the kingdom of God and His righteousness. The Lord always considered the source of the criticism. Jesus said, "The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat. So you must obey them and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Depression

Contributed by Ted Mulder on Dec 11, 2004

Depression is a growing problem in America today. Every year the amount of people taking medication for depression is drastically increasing. Does the Bible talk about depression? Does God give us any answers here?

Depression Have you ever watched a movie that you thought would end happy and it didn’t? It leaves you with sad, depressing feeling. A couple of weeks ago when Joanne was at camp – Kassie and I watched a movie and the main character dies. I jokingly said, “ I hate chick flicks.” In a guy movie – ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational