Sermons on Willingness To Obey:

I Cherish The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Ray Swift on Jul 29, 2017

Based on the hymn "The Old Rugged Cross" by George Bernard. Focuses on the purpose of God, the submission of Jesus and the glory of God's children.

FB, Lafayette July 16, 2017 Sunday Evening I Cherish The Old Rugged Cross Philippians 2:8-11; Galatians 6:14 Intro.: I can only recall his first name as Alister, yet his name is really not all that important tonight but I wish I had a picture of Alister because -- if a picture is worth a thousand ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Cherish The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Ray Swift on Aug 10, 2017

Based on the hymn this message draws the believer back to the cross to experience the love and grace of Jesus.

FB, Lafayette July 16, 2017 Sunday Evening I Cherish The Old Rugged Cross Philippians 2:8-11; Galatians 6:14 Intro.: I can only recall his first name as Alister, yet his name is really not all that important tonight but I wish I had a picture of Alister because -- if a picture is worth a thousand ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8-11, Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Queen's Gambit

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 18, 2025

Chess is a two-player, ancient board game of challenge and strategy played on an 8x8 checkered board with 64 squares.

José Raúl Capablanca y Graupera, a Cuban chess player once remarked: "In order to improve your game, you must study the endgame before everything else, for whereas the endings can be studied and mastered by themselves, the middle game and the opening must be studied in relation to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Proverbs 16:8-9, Colossians 3:23-24

Just Do Your Part! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the true essence of giving, serving, and obedience through the story of the humble widow in Mark 12:41-44, who gave all she had to the Lord despite her poverty.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful passage from the book of Mark that speaks volumes about the heart of giving, the power of serving, and the reward of obedience. It's a passage that tells the story of a humble widow who, in her poverty, gave all she had to the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Topics: Tithes, Offering

Great Faith Seen In Respect For Authority Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 10, 2003

This sermon examines the exercise of faith found in a decision to submit to authority. The direct relationship between our capacity of function in authority and our willingness to submit to authority is also discussed.

Great Faith Seen in Respect for Authority Submission to Human Authority Part IV 3/17/02 We want to Begin this morning by reading a Story in Luke 7:1-10 7:1Now when He concluded all His sayings in the hearing of the people, He entered Capernaum. 2And a certain centurion’s servant, who was dear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35, Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

"The Highway To Heaven" Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 7, 2011

We can easily take the easiest path but God calls us to navigate the narrow one

The Highway to Heaven In the mid to late 80’s a television series aired staring the late Michael Landon and Victor French called “Highway to Heaven.” This show was about Jonathon Smith, an angel sent down by God, to partner up with ex-Oakland policeman Mark Gordon. They would be assigned duties ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Living Daily Under Open Heaven

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025

Living under an open heaven means walking in constant divine favour, provision, and supernatural access to God’s blessings. It is the place where God’s blessings flow without hindrance, where prayers are answered, and miracles happen.

LIVING DAILY UNDER OPEN HEAVEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:12 Supporting Texts: John 1:51, Matthew 3:16, Isaiah 60:1-3, Acts 10:38 INTRODUCTION: Living under an open heaven means walking in constant divine favour, provision, and supernatural access to God’s blessings. It is ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Baptism PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Deepen our understanding of the significance of baptism, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and how to live daily in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Good morning, church family. Today we're diving into some deep waters, baptism waters, to be exact. We're going to explore the significance of baptism, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in this sacrament, and the life-changing benefits we receive from it. We're also going to discuss how ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:12

Topics: Power, Holy Spirit

A Stewardship Of Truth

Contributed by Rick Johnson on Nov 22, 2000

We are to receive God's truth in view of obeying it and sharing it with others.

Jesus used parables to make truth simple and understandable. The previous parable to this passage concerned an agricultural metaphor that taught a lesson centered around the sower, seed, and soil. The primary lesson in that parable was that there are different responses to God's truth. All ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Calling Of God

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000

When God calls we must have the courage to obey

The Calling of God Acts 9:10-19a March 29, 1998 Morning Service Introduction 1. The Statue of Christ: Strasbourg was bombed during WWII, a small church was destroyed during the bombing, the people went to inspect the damage, they saw a great deal of broken glass and rubble, the roof had caved in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Meaning Of The Ten Commandments

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand the meaning and importance of obeying the Ten Commandments.

The Ten Commandments – Exodus 20:3-18 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand the meaning and importance of obeying the Ten Commandments. Illustration;Peter T. Forsythe was right when he said, "The first duty of every soul is to find not its freedom but its Master". Warren W. Wiersbe, The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Walk At Liberty Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

THE DESIRE TO OBEY AND PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO LIBERTY

BIG IDEA: THE DESIRE TO OBEY AND PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO LIBERTY INTRODUCTION: Why is Liberty so crucial to spiritual maturity? I. (:41-42) THE DESIRE TO PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD COMES FROM: A. Experiencing God’s Deliverance = His Lovingkindness in action in harmony with God’s Word B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:41-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptism: Is It Really A Part Of The Plan?

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Sep 6, 2001

Baptism is commanded by God and God Wants His People to Obey!

Baptism: Is it really a part of the plan? PRAYER From the Christian reader As teacher of the "20-Something" Sunday school class, I receive information on prospective new members for our group. Recently, one person had noted on his sheet under "Circumstances of Salvation" that he had "Accepted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Existence Of God

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

To prove that God exists; therefore, man must obey Him.

The Existence of God Text: Genesis 1.1 – “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Thesis: To prove that God exists; therefore, man must obey Him. Introduction: (1) In today’s world, humanistic theories such as evolution have caused many people to doubt the validity of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Incredible Adventure Begins Series

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Aug 28, 2003

When God calls, the only proper response is to obey and go.

The Incredible Adventure Begins Genesis 12:1-9 This morning we are beginning a brand-new sermon series. This series is brand-new in two ways. It is new to us as a congregation and it is new to me personally. Although I have been your pastor for nearly seven years, I served two other churches ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible