Sermons on Christian Endurance:

It's Time To Laugh Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Apr 25, 2005

When was the last time you had a good laugh? Let me ask you an important question. Was life meant to be enjoyed or endured? To be honest, you might have to do a little bit of both.

IT’S TIME TO LAUGH (series) HOW TO ENJOY LIFE Philippians 1:1-2 This is from the desk of some travel agents concerning people who shouldn’t be allowed to leave home. 1. I had someone ask for an aisle seat so that their hair wouldn’t get messed up by being near the window! 2. A client ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Courtesy

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2017

Christians are commanded to demonstrate perfect courtesy toward all people. We are called to speak the truth in love; this means that we are to be gentle and gracious toward those who speak ill of us or who attempt to injure us.

“Remind [the believers] to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarrelling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

True Christianity: Three Distortions In Christianity

Contributed by Andy Payne on Apr 19, 2009

There are forces at work undermining the Christian faith. Paul suggests that the forces seemingly come from within our Christian faith.

Body of Lies Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe Plot: A CIA operative, Roger Ferris, uncovers a lead on a major terrorist leader suspected to be operating out of Jordan. When Ferris devises a plan to infiltrate his network, he must first win the backing of cunning ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Can't Stands No More

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 14, 2010

Christians have been called to take a stand, and to stand firm.

Can’t Stands No More September 12, 2010 Introduction A This week we have seen a firestorm of controversy over a pastor’s threat to burn over 200 copies of the holy book of Islam, the Koran. 1 Islamics from all over the world have voiced their outrage. a Have shown it by protesting, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

They Sent Me Here To Finish Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 5, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 12:1-3 on running the Christian race

Introduction: Dr. Johnny Pressley is coming on October 23- 26. He loves to run. He runs every day. He will run a marathon on the weekend if he has a light week after it. Runs several marathons a year. Since many of us have the day off tomorrow let’s run. There’s a race at the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encouraged To Endure Sermon Iv: 5 R's For The Remaining Days Of Our Lives Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 7, 2020

In times when being a Christian is frowned upon by many, Christians have a hope so sure that, despite the frowns, we will spend our remaining days on a high note of reverence for God and readiness for His final victory in Christ.

5 R’s for the Remaining Days of Our Lives When my son and I attended a Braves game at Turner Field, he asked me how it feels to be 80 years of age. “No different than it felt at 70, but, if and when I get to 90 the Lord willing, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17, 1 Peter 4:1-2

The Amazing Race

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Jun 27, 2005

Running the race of life as a Christian.

Introduction: Have you seen that reality T.V. show called “The Amazing Race”? It takes different teams of people and has them running from one exotic location to another trying to be the first to arrive at the final destination. It’s kind of a crazy show as most reality TV shows are, but it’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Strong In Grace.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 23, 2023

Three metaphors of the Christian life.

BE STRONG IN GRACE. 2 Timothy 2:1-7. 2 TIMOTHY 2:1. Paul exhorts Timothy, “Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” In other words, in the face of the general apostasy (cf. 2 Timothy 1:15), you stand firm! The timid young man is not being encouraged to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking To Our Blessed Hope

Contributed by A Armtrong on Oct 23, 2001

Looking to our blessed hope gives the Christian strength to endure to the end.

9-30- ‘01 Looking To Our Blessed Hope A. Armstrong Today, we will be looking at Romans 8:16-25 16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God; And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Who Is Good Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 28, 2007

A reminder to Christians of the character of God is necessary when we are enduring trials.

JAMES 1:16-18 GOD WHO IS GOOD “Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. Of his own will he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Continuity

Contributed by Edward Aponte on Apr 7, 2001

The most important mark of a disciple that Christ demanded from His followers was not consistency but continuty.

Introduction: Believers have a lot in common with a beach ball. We can be colorful at sometimes, we can be sometimes hard to get a hold of. But the most significant thing we believers have in common with a beach ball is boyancy. The ability to rise up a continue on top. What are some of the ways ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27, 1 John 2:18-28

Denomination: Congregational

The Call Of Christianity

Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001

This sermon is about being called to be a Christian. It is for the one who has never heard the call, and for the one who has heard it but never accepted it.

Introduction: 1. This is the age of technology. 2. Early this year I bought one of the best computers at its price on the market. 3. Now for the same price you can get one that runs faster, has more memory, and will take your dog for a walk while you watch a ball game. (Not really, but maybe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian Attitude

Contributed by Justin Meek on Jun 6, 2001

In order to grow as Christians we must have the proper atitude towards our Christian lives.

NOTE: I am indebted to Jim Mooney of sermoncentral.com for the idea for this sermon. I took his basic idea from the sermon “How to Have a Winning Attitude” and customized it to fit my own style and congregation. The Christian Attitude Phil: 3:8-14 Introduction: THERE IS A SHORT STORY BY G.W. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Contageous Christianity

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 12, 2001

THE MINISTRY OF JESUS WAS CONTAGEOUS, SPREADING LIKE WILDFIRE. THE WORLD TODAY NEEDS CONTAGEOUS CHRISTIANITY.

CONTAGEOUS CHRISTIANITY MATT 4:13-25 I. CONTAGEOUS A. Generally a word used when someone is ill or sick -common question "Is it contageous?" B. contageous (Compton’s) - spread by direct or indirect contact; communicable: said of diseases; carrying, or liable to transmit, the causative agent of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:13-25

Denomination: Church Of God

Counterfeit Christianity

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

In other words, John was declaring one of the evidences of last times is the increase of false Christians, false church members, false teachers inside the church and outside the church.

Living The Life: Counterfeit Christianity Scripture Reference: 1 John 2:18 – 27 Introduction There was a game show that debut on television December 18, 1956 entitled, “To Tell The Truth”. Three contestants claim to be the same person. A celebrity panel asks them questions, and must guess who’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational