Sermons on Sovereignty

Sermons on Sovereignty

“A More Powerful Kingdom” Daniel 1:1-12:13 (Overview)

An Expositional Sermon Daniel 1:1-12:13 Old Testament Overview Sermon “A More Powerful Kingdom” Big Idea/Theme: God’s kingdom is a more powerful kingdom than the kingdoms of this world. Application/Aim: Repent and believe in the Son of Man, and in the face of the raging of the nations that we see in this fallen world, don’t lose hope in the promises of God to His people. Outline: (1) God Is Sovereign Over the Past & Present (Daniel 1:1-6:28) (2) God Is Sovereign Over the Future…

“The Raging of the Nations” Daniel 11:1-45

An Expositional Sermon Daniel 11:1-45 “The Raging of the Nations” Big Idea/Theme: The nations rage, but God works all things according to the counsel of His will. Application/Aim: Persevere in trusting in Christ in the midst of this troubled world. Outline: (1) The Nations Rage (Daniel 11:1-45) (2) The Nations Rage against God by Raging Against His People (Daniel 11:20-35) (3) God Is Sovereign Over the Raging of the Nations (Daniel 11:1-45) Questions for Further Reflection: (1) How should we live in…

“God’s People Go to Egypt” Genesis 42:1-50:26

Theme: The book of beginnings comes to an end, but God’s promise remains forever. Aim: Know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Remind yourself of this promise when trials come. (1) Spiritual Famine (Genesis 42:1-29) (2) Testing & Reconciliation (Genesis 43:1-45:28) (3) God Does Not Forget His Promise (Genesis 46:1-47:31) (4) Looking for God’s Promises (Genesis 48:1-49:33) (5) Forgiveness & All Things for Good (Genesis 50:1-26)

“God Preserves His People” Genesis 37:1-41:57

Theme: God preserves His weak and sinful people. Aim: Trust that God is at work for your good and His glory. (1) Lord of the Dreams (Genesis 37:1-36) (2) Embracing Sin & Fleeing Sin (Genesis 38:1-39:23) (3) God Preserves His People (Genesis 40:1-41:57)

“God Judges in Scattering” Genesis 11:1-32

Theme: God is the tower and security of His people, don’t reject Him by trying to build your own. Aim: Don’t put your pride, joy, and hope in the cities of this world or in the things that you build. Put your hope in God through Christ. (1) We Are Worshippers (Genesis 11:1-9) (2) Misdirected Worship (Genesis 11:1-9 & 10:8-12) (3) God’s Judgment (Genesis 11:5-7 & Psalm 2 & Isaiah 29:13-16) (4) God’s Mercy (Genesis 11:10-32)

“God Judges in Water” Genesis 5:1-10:32

Theme: God is glorified in salvation through judgment. Aim: Trust in Jesus Christ. By faith in the death and resurrection of Christ we can be found in the only vessel that can ride safely out from the wrath of God. (1) The Lineage of Promise (Genesis 5:1-32) (2) God Is Good and Just in Judgment (Genesis 6:1-7:24) (3) God Is Gracious and Merciful in Judgment (Genesis 6:8-10, 18-22; 7:1-5, 12-16, 18; 8:1-22) (4) God Keeps His Promise (9:1-10:28)

“God Redeems His People” Ruth 4:1-22

Theme: God redeems His people. Aim: Put your hope in God’s redemption through Ruth’s great-great grandson; King David’s greater Son, Jesus Christ. (1) A Proper Redeemer (Ruth 4:1-6) (2) God’s Promise (Ruth 4:7-12) (3) A Marriage (Ruth 4:13-17) (4) Genealogy of Another Redeemer (Ruth 4:18-22)

“Suffering, God’s Kindness & Hope” Ruth 1:1-22

Theme: In the midst of sin and suffering, God is kind in His providence to draw His people to Himself with good news. Aim: Trust in the good news of God’s provision of salvation through the living water and bread of life, Jesus Christ (1) Suffering (Ruth 1:1-5) (2) God’s Providential Kindness (Ruth 1:6-18) (3) Hope (Ruth 1:19-22)

“A Life Worthy of the Gospel” Philippians 1:21-2:18

Theme: The primary quality of a life worthy of the gospel is the humble recognition that we aren’t worthy of the gospel. Aim: Work out your salvation with the knowledge that it is God working your growth in the gospel. (1) To Live Is Christ and to Die Is Gain (Philippians 1:21-26) (2) Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel (Philippians 1:27-2:11) (3) Work Out Your Salvation (Philippians 2:12-18)