Sermons on Be Firm:

Gear Up

Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 7, 2006

The message focuses on the believer gearing up for battle. Veteran’s day message.

Gear Up Ephesians 6:10-18 Pastor Don Jones Introduction We know what we are to do. The past two weeks we looked at the core commands of the Bible, the Great Command. It tells us what to do and to whom. Seems simple enough, love God and love others. Then why do we fail so often if it is that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Promised Land Doesn't Mean Problem Free Series

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Aug 26, 2009

Often we have a crazy notion that somewhere along the Christian journey things should become really easy and we equate that with our lives being blessed. When we adopt this thinking we add societal truths to biblical truths, which leads to disappointment

Often we have a crazy notion that somewhere along the Christian journey things should become really easy and we equate that with our lives being blessed. When we adopt this thinking we add societal wants to biblical truths, which leads to disappointment and disenchantment. Nowhere in all of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 1:8

Una Razón Para… Liderar Y Seguir - Parte 9 Series

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Aug 17, 2005

Entre los libros escritos más populares de nuestros tiempos, están los libros que hablan acerca del liderazgo. No es sorprendente que estos libros sean tan populares, puesto que todos nosotros somos líderes en alguna área de nuestra vida. Posiblemente e

Una razón para… Liderar y Seguir Entre los libros escritos más populares de nuestros tiempos, están los libros que hablan acerca del liderazgo. No es sorprendente que estos libros sean tan populares, puesto que todos nosotros somos líderes en alguna área de nuestra vida. Posiblemente en el trabajo, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Continue In My Faith

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2013

To show that we need to live by faith, a lifestyle of faith.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you continue in your faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to live by faith, a lifestyle of faith. IV. TEXT: Colossians 1:23 (Amplified Bible) [And this He will do] provided that you continue to stay with and in the faith [in Christ], ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Truth Is...

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013

The Thessalonians needed to know how God really felt about them, so God spoke some “Truth is” statements through Paul. We can look at these statements and realize that God feels the same way about us!

Lovers of Truth 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 13 But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God chose you to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 14 He called you to this through our gospel, that you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Difference Between Grace And Mercy

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jun 28, 2021

Not long ago, my wife Jane, asked me what was the difference between grace and mercy? I began rattling off some stuff, but soon realized I didn’t really know the difference either. I have researched it and found an answer.

Let me share with you the difference between grace and mercy. I. Definitions A. Mercy is compassion shown to a law breaker or enemies. Mercy is not getting what we deserve. We deserve Hell for our sin, but God shows us mercy because of Jesus. This story will put mercy into a life situation: A ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Suit Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the spiritual armor in Ephesians 6:17, focusing on understanding and applying the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering where we stand together on the common ground of faith. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, united under the banner of Christ's love, to delve into the transformative power of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves in the book of Ephesians, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Topics: Helmet Of Salvation, Sword Of The Spirit

Ready To Respond Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to be prepared to respond to the world's injustices with faith, conviction, and love, guided by the teachings of the Bible.

Friends, welcome back to the best place you could be today: church! I’m thankful you decided to join us whether it be in person or online. God has something for you today, there’s no doubt about it. Maybe you already know this, but we are right in the middle of a series we started a few weeks ago ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Proverbs 4:23

Topics: Responding To Injustice, Deep Faith, Strong Convictions

Sermon Series: Live Ready

Are You Ready For A Miracle? Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009

Ever been between a rock and a hard place? Ever seen the dark circumstances around you and been afraid and frustrated, doubting whether God might intervene? Many of us have experienced the uncertainty of these days and allowed fear to invade our hearts an

Are You Ready for a Miracle? Isaiah 7: 1-14 Two men made their way to the city’s edge one day. One was quite young, only 20 years old, but with an awesome responsibility on his shoulders.
The other was more mature. He’d been around for a while and seen a few things. As they walked, he tried ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Walk Like A Man

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Nov 14, 2018

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity”. Masculinity only becomes toxic when men do not lead as God intends them to lead.

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity” , while there is a real application for this phrase, when applied to men who are violent, abusive, overly aggressive and overtly forceful. It is now being applied to all men. Modern society looks at the characteristics of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Resist And Surrender

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 23, 2022

The problems we see facing our world today did not begin over-night. But the solutions to those problems are found in Christ and His holy Word.

Resist and Surrender Text: Ephesians 6:10-18 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Before we get into our sermon this morning, I want to ask you all a question: Do you think that in 1945, when our soldiers and sailors were coming home after fighting Hitler’s Nazi Germany, that they thought, or even ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How We Can Avoid Defeat

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016

The song “Victory In Jesus” is a powerful story of how a Savior comes to rescue His people from failure and give them victory. Too many Christians today feel chained to their religion, they feel defeated. And we have no right to feel that way.

HOW WE CAN AVOID DEFEAT I John 5:4-5 The song “Victory In Jesus” is a powerful story of how a Savior comes to rescue His people from failure and give them victory. Too many Christians today feel chained to their religion, they feel defeated. And we have no right to feel that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's Encouragement To The Church

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Oct 8, 2024

Peter’s practical encouragement to the Church dispersed… (~65 AD) – Humility, steadfastness & vigilance

Peter’s practical encouragement to the Church dispersed… (~65 AD) – Humility, steadfastness & vigilance To the elders who are among you I exhort (call near to encourage & strengthen)… v. 1-4 A fellow elder, walking together, following Jesus, … a leader among equals. Dietrich Bonhoffer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Foursquare

Carnal Christians' Evil Words Against Righteous Believers Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2024

Carnal Christians use their words to tear down and destroy their fellow believers

As believers, we are called to love one another and to edify each other with our words (Ephesians 4:29-32). However, in many cases, carnal Christians use their words to tear down and destroy their fellow believers, particularly those who are righteous and committed to living a godly life. In the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, Acts 6:8-15

Stand Your Ground

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

examining persecution and what we are called to do when we face it.

Stand your Ground – Heb 10:32-39 Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/9/04 pm Read From Jesus Freak p. 167 - Tsehay Tolessa - Ethiopia circa 1980s "They forced my hands under my knees and tied them there. Then they put a stick through these ropes and hung me upside down. They filled my mouth with dirty ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist