Sermons on decay:

Perseverance

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Oct 26, 2007

HOLDIN ON FOR JESUS

PERSEVERANCE INTRO: HOLD ON!!!!!!!!!!!! 1: DETERMINATION A) THE ACT OF DECIDING DEFINITELY AND FIRMLY B) AN ACT C) SOMETHING THAT TAKES US DOING SOMETHING D) THE ACT, ACTION IS REQUIRED PHYSICAL OR MENTAL SOMETIMES BOTH POINT: THIS IS THE FIRST WORD USED IN THE MEANING OF PERSEVERANCE A ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:10

Denomination: Other

Firstfruits

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Mar 24, 2008

Firstfruits are the first and best portion that is set aside and given to the Lord as a sign that the remaining harvest, yet to come, is holy and blessed of the Lord. Firstfruits are a sacrificial faith offering of the first and best fruit of any increas

Introduction: God established a principle in His Word for blessing and increase for his people and that was the giving of ‘firstfruits’. Today we often do not understand this principle and hence fail to get the full increase that God has promised. Firstfruits are the first and best portion that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Charismatic

The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 13

THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Matthew 13 v. 36 - 52 in this portion we have the :- 1. Spreading of the kingdom v. 31 - 34. in the Mustard seed and leaven 2. Separating of the kingdom v. 37 - 43. in the Tares and wheat 3. Seeking of the kingdom v. 44 - 46. in the Treasure and pearl of greatest price. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:36-52

Denomination: Holiness

Divinely Restored!

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Aug 9, 2010

divine restoration

Divinely Restored! And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten…Joel 2:25 Praise God the time for your restoration has come! Would you in faith shout halleluyah? God is up to something in your life this week. As the lord lives, at the end of this week, you shall have a ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

False Prophets

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 1, 2013

Satan wants the believers never to grow spiritually but believe in his lie. Beware!

False prophets! Jeremiah 23:15”…..For from the prophets of Jerusalem Profaneness has gone out into all the land.” Because the daughter was falling sick often, the parents (who are Christians) changed the name of their daughter from Sindhu to Mary, because the word ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven: The Ultimate (Vacation) Destination

Contributed by Steve Klein on May 25, 2015

Heaven far surpasses any earthly vacation destination for the child of God.

It’s vacation time! Schools are letting out for the summer across our nation. Families are looking forward to vacations in the mountains or at the beach, and a fortunate few may even visit some exotic luxurious destination in a distant land. But no vacation spot on earth can compare to the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Quit- What We Know Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 24, 2022

This is the 108th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 10th sermon from 2 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#108] DON’T QUIT- WHAT WE KNOW 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 Introduction: We have done a lot of driving this Summer. Every time we leave, we know where we are going; and we know the route that we are taking. Life is the same- Your destination will determine the path you take. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Right Living Begins With Right Thoughts Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 20, 2014

“Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts.” (Proverbs 4:23 GNT)

“Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts.” (Proverbs 4:23 GNT) At every point Right living begins with right thinking. Bible says "As he (a person) thinks in his heart, so is he." (Proverbs 23:7) Thought makes man and man makes culture and community. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Devil The Stealer

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 10, 2016

Dude, check out your walk with God! When you walk more with the devil, he tends to keep you away from the Savior. Caveat!

Why pull the devil now Luke 8:12”….the devil comes and takes away the word from their heart, so that they will not believe and be saved.” Why do we tend to blame the devil and his convoys, every time calamity rattles us, every time a problem needs fixing? Yes, I repeat your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Weeping For Jerusalem

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 12, 2016

If we knew the heartbreak in our hometowns, we would weep too. Every city and town can be blessed with Jesus’ presence, but the leaders must invite Jesus into the city or town before God’s peace can be experienced.

(Text: Luke 19:41-44) I share these thoughts with you today in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, AMEN In the reading we heard from Luke’s gospel a few minutes ago, Jesus wept. Does that surprise you? After all, Jesus and God are one in the same. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Anglican

How Is Your Garden? Series

Contributed by David M Venkat on Oct 8, 2021

I went by the field of the lazy man, And by the vineyard of the man devoid of understanding (Pro 24:30). How is your garden? How is your Spirit, Soul and Body? Are they producing fruits of righteousness or choked with cares of this world?

A man who lived in Detroit for years and years was forced to travel to a foreign country very urgently. He left Detroit and he could not get back due to various situations (legal issues and the like). He stayed away for a couple of years and he did not give any forwarding address and he did not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:30, Proverbs 24:31, Lamentations 3:40, Proverbs 4:23

The Importance Of Behaviours, Attitudes, And Hobbies In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 28, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on these aspects and provide examples to illustrate their importance.

The Importance of Behaviours, Attitudes, and Hobbies in Marriage Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, and it requires effort, commitment, and dedication from both partners to make it successful. While love and compatibility are essential, behaviours, attitudes, and hobbies also play a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Mark 12:31

The Abandoned Church Is A Playground For Demons. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 5, 2024

When a church is abandoned, it becomes a playground for demons.

The once-hallowed halls, where prayers and praises once echoed, now lie silent and still. The absence of God's people creates a void, an opening for the enemy to swoop in and claim the space as his own. The whispers of darkness fill the air, as the demons revel in their newfound territory. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Samuel 28:1-25

Amos - An Overview Series

Contributed by Gary Bennett on Apr 5, 2001

To provide some background to the book of Amos. To do that, we’ll need to know some history and geography with a bit of sociology and covenantal theology thrown in. A dash of horticulture and zoology wouldn’t go astray either.

REFLECTIONS ON SOCIETY? THE KANSAS SENATE PRAYER Many people pray when they begin a sermon. I’m not going to do that! Instead, I’m going to read a prayer that first saw the light of day 4 years ago (23rd January 1996). It was a prayed at the opening of a new session of the Kansas Senate. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Pebble Or A Rock?

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 27, 2002

We have the plans for our house, the blueprints and now we are looking at the final product. Does our house resemble the plans from which it was constructed? The Bible, God’s written Word is the blueprint of how we are to live our lives, do our lives ac

Sermon Title: Are You A Pebble or A Rock? Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:4-12 Ralf HT Bergmann Bethel Christian Church Date: November 5th, 2000 Scripture Introduction: It has been said that a picture is worth a thousand words, so apart from bringing out the chalkboard, Peter resorts to the next best thing, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: *other