Sermons on Active Waiting:

Waiting On God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

Explore the strength, hope, and joy that come from waiting on God.

Good morning, beautiful church family! Today we're going to be diving deep into one of my favorite passages in the book of Isaiah, chapter 40, verse 31: "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Topics: Perfect Time

Waiting For God

Contributed by John Woodward on Jun 12, 2003

The disciples had to wait for the gift of the Holy Spirit; what do we do when we are waiting for God to act in our lives?

 Sermon Waiting for God Gracious God: Grant that we might hear what you would have us hear, grant that we might see what you would have us see, and grant that we might do what you would have us do. Amen. I would like to focus this morning on those times when we must wait for God -- ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Congregational

Wait And Pray PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to exhibit patience and perseverance in their faith journey, trusting in God's promises and finding peace in His presence.

Good morning, dear church family. As we gather together in this sanctuary, in the warmth of God's love and the fellowship of His people, we set aside the cares of the world and turn our hearts and minds to the Word of God. We are here to listen, to learn, to lean into the wisdom that comes from ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Topics: Patience

Waiting In Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 23, 2025

This is the 9th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#9] WAITING IN FAITH Genesis 18:1-15 Introduction: In today’s busy world, patience and perseverance can seem like things we’ve lost, especially when things don’t happen quickly or when we face uncertain times; but the story in Genesis 18 reminds us that waiting ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Wait Is Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 21, 2023

This sermon explores faith, duty, and focus through the examples of Simeon and Anna, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in their faith despite life's challenges.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ, and welcome to our time of worship and reflection. We are gathered here, not as strangers or mere spectators, but as a family, united by a common faith and a shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today we will be turning our attention to a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Topics: Faithfulness

They That Wait Upon The Lord: The Rewards For Waiting

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Waiting Is A Problem For Most Of Us. The world has a problem with waiting but the Christian should be different. In this very fast-paced world, things are set up for maximum speed and efficiency, but we must wait on God & His Timing. Why? Because God always has a due season...

THEY THAT WAIT UPON THE LORD: THE REWARDS FOR WAITING Isaiah 40:25-31: 25 “To whom will you compare me? Or who is my equal?” says the Holy One. 26 Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Charismatic

Ready And Waiting

Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010

Waiting for Jesus return can make people grow complacent about the fact that He IS indeed coming back, and it really will be soon.

Ready and Waiting? by Steve Keeler Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus is telling a story about ten virgins who are like bridesmaids at a wedding. In order to make sense of Jesus' story, we need to understand a bit about Jewish wedding customs. Traditionally, the groom would leave from his house and travel, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Wait On The Lord"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 25, 2009

The best way to learn to pray is to pray.

To Busy To Pray “Wait on the Lord” Matthew 6:5-8 Luke 11:1 How do you view prayer? Do you view prayer like a diet? It didn’t seem to work so you gave up. Do you view prayer like a lottery? When your number comes up you’ll find the answer. Do you see prayer as an “escape hatch” to get out of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Waiting On God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023

Explore the depiction of God in Isaiah 25:1-9 as a steadfast refuge, a source of hope, and the ultimate provider of salvation and joy, encouraging believers to find comfort and rejoice in these truths.

Good morning, church family! As we gather together today, I feel led to delve into a beautiful passage from the Book of Isaiah, where the prophet paints a picture of our Heavenly Father as a steadfast refuge, a hope to wait upon, and the source of our ultimate salvation and joy. A.W. Tozer once ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:1-9

Topics: Hope, God

Daring To Wait Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 4, 2025

Learning to WAIT means that we learn to Write, Act, Imitate and Trust in God

DARING TO WAIT An American police officer was waiting on the side of the highway to catch speeding drivers. Just then a car came past puttering along at 22 MPH. He thinks to himself, “This driver is going dangerously slow.” So, he turns on his lights and pulls the driver over. Approaching the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Waiting On The Lord

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 21, 2009

A review of Psalm 130- how repentance restores our hope in the Lord.

Psalm 130 INTRODUCTION: Psalm 130 is one of seven Penitential Psalms consisting of confession of sin, repentance, and a desire to return to God. Five of the seven were written by David. This one is said to be written by Hezekiah Verses 1-2 The Psalmist declares where he is at in his life. He is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting On God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 14, 2010

Waiting on God is one of the most difficult things to do. Apparently the whole life secret lies in it. What does waiting on the Lord include? Let me put it in three brief exhortations. Keep near Him; keep still; expect.

Illustration: Themistocles, who led the Greeks in the famous naval battle of Salamis, for some reason unknown to his troops, delayed the engagement. It was expected that he would avail himself of the early morning hours; and when what seemed the golden opportunity had gone in inactivity, there were ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Waits Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 10, 2016

When Jesus died the disciples had to wait for the promise of the Father. None of us like to wait. If we are willing to wait we will discover hope waits in order to develop us!

Intro: How many of you like to wait? I will just be honest I don’t like it at all. In fact I do everything I can to keep from waiting. I try to calculate in my non-mathematical head which Wal-Mart line will be the quickest and in my hurry I end up choosing the wrong one. I don’t ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Wait Of The Spirit

Contributed by Casey Campbell on Feb 11, 2013

If only we could all learn the way of the Spirit, the supernatural way of listening and waiting, what a wonderful world this could be.

I am a fan of science fiction and fantasy. I watch Syfy, qualify as at least a light-weight Trekkie, and have seen all of the Stars Wars movies multiple times… “I’m not the chaplain you were looking for.” (If you don’t get it, don’t worry. It’s not that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Wait On The Lord

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 2, 2025

Psalm 27

WAIT ON THE LORD (PSALM 27) After a long sermon on forgiveness, the preacher asked how many were willing to forgive their enemies. About half held up their hands. Not satisfied he harangued for another twenty minutes and repeated his question. This time he received a response of about 80 ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible