Sermons on Be Vigilant:

"Every Pilgrim's Progress"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jul 16, 2003

A message on the essntial virtues of Christian living.

The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com The Text Outline: I. The Christian’s Attitudes (vv.5-8a). A. Submission (v. 5a). B. Humility (vv. 5b-6). C. Complete trust in the Lord (v. 7). D. Self-control (v. 8a). E. Spiritual attentiveness (v. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Jesus Has Given Us The Power To Contain And Control Evil.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 22, 2001

Year A. 1st Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2001 Matthew 24: 36-44

Year A. 1st Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2001 Matthew 24: 36-44 Heavenly Father thank you for giving us the power to contain and control evil through your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Title: Jesus has given us the power to contain and control evil. In this second part of Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Lutheran

"Finders, Keepers"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jul 9, 2002

An expositional message on the sovereignty of God.

“Finders, Keepers” Psalm 121 June 30, 2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Ft. Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com Recently, third- and fourth-graders at Wheaton Christian Grammar School in Wheaton, Illinois, were asked to complete the following sentence: “By faith, I know ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Living In Lion Country

Contributed by Karl Sexton on Aug 3, 2006

We are all facing a real battle with a real devil and we need to know our enemy and how to defeat him.

Living In Lion Country Intro: We have a real foe and he has many names, but the one you may recognize is Satan or the devil. Many today believe that Satan is a myth¡Xa figment of someone¡¦s imagination. Many are being devoured because they do not recognize the enemy. Some doubt his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are We Dealing With? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 23, 2012

There are going to be times when we run into people who profess Christ, but who are NOT who they claim to be, in fact this passage describes a group of just those sorts of people...

A Study of the Letter of Jude JUDE v. 3-4 Teaching Lesson 3 May 23, 2012 3Beloved, although I was very eager to write you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. 4For certain people have crept ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Eye Of The Tiger

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 22, 2010

This is a Youth Day/Teen Day sermon (but good for adults as well) which talks about how Satan is a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour and uses a real-life illustration of actor Roy Horn, who was bitten by his beloved tiger in Los Vegas.

THE EYE OF THE TIGER A teenager is… --a whiz who can operate the latest computer without a lesson but can't make a bed --a student who will spend 12 minutes studying for her history exam and 12 hours for her driver's license. Teenagers are like CATS: ** Neither teenagers nor cats turn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heeding God's Call

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Dec 30, 2024

Here is something that I am going to discuss today, Deterrence of Satanic Snares, and it reminds us that we live in a world that is often contrary to the ways of God.

Welcome, beloved friends and family in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as a community, bound by the love and grace of our Savior. A community that knows the joy of His love, the strength of His grace, and the power of His word. We are here to grow together, to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Proverbs 3:5-6, Ephesians 6:10-13, 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praising God Simply For Who He Is PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon explores understanding God's divine plan and sovereignty through the verses of Jude, emphasizing the importance of faith and community in this journey.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we find ourselves nestled in the comforting embrace of our shared faith. A faith that is not just a tradition, but a living, breathing testament to the power of our Lord. A faith that binds us together, not just as fellow believers, but as a ...read more

Topics: God's Worthiness, Praise

The Aim Of Christian Manhood

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Jun 15, 2002

Every man is called to be a mature leader. He must accept the responsibility for being God’s image bearer.

The Aim of Christian Manhood A real man is a man of God in all ways. 1.) What is a real man? (Attractive, Strong, Rich, Powerful, Star quality?) 2.) God’s man may be these things, but he is much more! 3.) When we compare the man of the world to God’s man he is wimpy, wimpy, wimpy!!! 4.) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Things Of All Series

Contributed by Lito Sacatropiz on Sep 11, 2007

THE GREATEST THINGS OF ALL

THE GREATEST THINGS OF ALL John 3:16 "God loved the people of this world so much that he gave his only son, so that everyone who has faith in him will have eternal life and never really die." I THE GREATEST GIFT The greatest gift of God to humankind is JESUS and he is the only man and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Believe In Baptism Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 24, 2025

Baptism is our outward protest of sin’s attempt to win an inward war.

We Believe in Baptism April 27, 2025 1. Water baptism is a surrender to Christ. Romans 6:1-4 NIV “What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2 By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? 3 Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 3:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guarding Your Blessings And Identity Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2025

The Bible provides guidance on how to protect our blessings and identity from those who might seek to steal them.

In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, it's essential to recognize the threats that can compromise our spiritual well-being and sense of self. The Bible provides guidance on how to protect our blessings and identity from those who might seek to steal them. The Enemy's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, James 1:5

Recognizing Enemy Tactics Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 8, 2024

I want to talk to you about the power of resistance against the devil.

In 2 Corinthians 2:11, Paul writes, “so that Satan will not outsmart us, for we are familiar with his schemes.” You see, our enemy, Satan, is a deceiver and a schemer who seeks to destroy our relationship with God and harm us. He uses subtle and clever tactics to achieve this, but we must be aware ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11, James 4:7

The Devil's Deception Of Ungodly Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 3, 2024

I must confront a reality that even the devil will attempt to deceive us by sending someone to marry us, promising a counterfeit unity that undermines God's design.

In Genesis 2:24, God ordained marriage as a sacred union between a man and woman, but the devil seeks to distort this divine institution. In 2 Corinthians 6:14-16, Paul warns us, "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers...what fellowship can light have with darkness?" Let us be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Genesis 2:24

The Tortoise And The Hare

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 18, 2005

Ecc 9:11 I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong,...... How the tortoise beat the hare

In our text Paul was concerned that in the time frame and given the present circumstances that being married would be a distraction to their commitment and devotion to God. When the Children of Israel came out of Egypt Moses sent messengers to the King of Edom requesting passage through his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:35

Denomination: Pentecostal