Sermons on Dedication Perseverance:

Haters PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

This sermon explores how David's faith, love, and hope in God guided him through hostility, gave him purpose, and helped him persevere in the face of doubt.

Good morning, cherished family of God. It's such a joy to gather together, united by our shared love of Christ and a desire to grow in our understanding of His Word. Today, we are turning our hearts and minds towards the life of young David, a shepherd boy who would become a king. Our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:24-31

Topics: David's Brother, Motives

Your Personality PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon explores our divine mandate to love God with our entire being, reflecting on our unique personalities, purposeful placement, and perseverance through His power.

Welcome, dear friends. It is a blessing to gather together in this sacred space, united in our shared love for our Creator, and our shared desire to understand His will for us. We are all here, each with our own unique blend of strengths, weaknesses, hopes, and fears. Yet, we are all part of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Topics: God's Shaping

The Struggle Is Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 28, 2025

God meets us in our struggles, empowering us through prayer, perseverance, and hope, assuring restoration and strength even when life feels overwhelming or uncertain.

Some of us came in today with tears we’ve hidden well. Some with a smile that masks a storm. Some with a weariness we can hardly name. If that’s you, you’re in the right place. God meets people right where they are—at kitchen tables stacked with bills, in hospital rooms lit by beeping monitors, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4, James 1:12, Job 42:10

Topics: Victory, Breakthrough, Restoration

Happy Living In Crete

Contributed by Don Emmitte on Jul 1, 2014

Titus was miserable in Crete, writing to Paul, the title might have been “How to Make the Best of a Bad Situation.” I have decided to title this message Happy Living in Crete.

Happy Living in Crete Titus 1:1-15 Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries The little book of Titus covers just a few pages in most Bibles. There are lots of questions about this relatively ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Foretaste Of Glory Divine Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

God says, “Upon the fabric of human suffering, I have superimposed my Biblical pattern, and if you will understand what I am trying to do, the result will be something beautiful if you just don’t mess it up.”

INTRODUCTION Today I want to talk about, “A Foretaste of Glory Divine.” Romans, 5:1-5 is really like a breath of fresh air. Many of you know Paul Long. His wife, Teddy, was buried just one week ago. She learned she had cancer last August. She was quite a fighter, but she went downhill ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Melancholy Psalm

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2015

What can we learn from a psalm without a happy ending? (Material adapted from Shawn McMullen in an article in Lookout Magazine and from Peter Slofstra at: http://www.crcna.org/resources/church-resources/reading-sermons/dark-ending-bright-beginning)

HoHum: Gloom, despair, and agony on me; Deep, dark depression, excessive misery; If it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all; Gloom, despair, and agony on me WBTU: Started studying on depression and went to Psalm 88. Psalm 88 has been called the most melancholy of all the psalms. One ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“lord I Can’t Do This Anymore” Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

“Lord I can’t do this anymore” Acts 18:1-11 I guess all of us at one time or another get depressed and feel like giving up. In the heat of a moment we may feel like saying: “there’s no use going on because the harder I try, the worse things seem to get. I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Protection Of Immanuel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 11, 2015

When adversity comes in like a flood, don't fear the flood; fear the Lord and keep His Word.

Alan Wright, in his book God Moments, talks about an old-time preacher who once experienced a bad, bumpy flight. So for the rest of his life, he hated airplanes. On one occasion, he sat down next to a calm passenger who noticed the preacher's nerves. “Why are you afraid, Preacher?” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Succeed As A Christian

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 11, 2012

Everyone should have a desire to succeed in life. But the focus of the child of God should'nt seek success according to the world’s standard but by God’s standard. God’s word tells us how to succeed as a Christian.

How to Succeed as a Christian 1 Chronicles 28:9-10 Know the God of your father, and serve Him with a loyal heart and with a willing mind; for the LORD searches all hearts and understands all the intent of the thoughts. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will cast ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Our Great High Priest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 9, 2018

When life gets hard, persevere in your confession, because Jesus is the Son of God; pray with confidence, because Jesus suffers with you; and obey with conviction, because you truly believe that Jesus is your complete Savior.

Some time ago, when I was looking up job descriptions for various positions in the church, I cam across these: PASTOR: Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. More powerful than a locomotive. Faster than a speeding bullet. Walks on water. Makes policy with God. ELDER: Able to leap short ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Giving God The Highest Glory

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 12, 2018

The angels proclaim, "Glory to God in the highest." This sermon looks at four ways that our lives can bring glory to God.

The Angels’ Praise: God deserves the highest praise. - Luke 2:14 – “Glory to God in the highest.” How Can Our Little Lives Bring Glory To Our Big God? 1. Make big requests when you pray – and then give God the credit when it happens. - John 14:13. 2. Live a life that bears fruit for God – ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Well

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 4, 2013

We finish well when we fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith... just for the honor of doing well for the glory of God and the good of others.

Title: How to Finish Well! Text: II Timothy 4:6-8 Thesis: We finish well when we fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith… just for the honor of doing well for the glory of God and the good of others. Introduction The Word of God inspires us in Hebrews 12:1, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Rooted Are You In God's Word? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Aug 13, 2019

Unfortunate circumstances cannot and should not define who we are. It's what we choose to do with them that determines the outcome. We either believe in God wholeheartedly or we don't. Even a tiny doubt can taint our faith in his supremacy.

It would be fair to say that the following statement is not even believable: "I've never encountered any hardships; nor have I known anyone with evil intentions!" If we are a part of this world, whether a child, an adolescent, or an adult; we have tasted dysfunctions somewhere along ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:28, Genesis 39:1, Genesis 41:41

Sinners Who've Found Grace Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 19, 2014

God encourages His children to rejoice in their salvation through Jesus, even if they are experiencing suffering. Holy living is not a product of ‘smooth sailing’. It is a choice, regardless of life-events or life-circumstances.

WAC2BL: Redeemed Scripture Text: 1 Peter 1.17-23 INTRODUCTION Someone asked-a-question: “What’s a WAC2BL?” ~ For starters, …it’s the theme for the next-several-weeks. But, more-than-that, …WAC2BL is a question… …It’s a question ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Delivered From Despair Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013

A sermon examining how God ministers to us even in times of great distress and despair.

DELIVERED FROM DESPAIR II Corinthians 1:8-11 Perhaps you have endured times of troubles and trials to the point that it seemed there was no hope in sight. Maybe you have dealt with disappointment, discouragement and even doubt. You may have even reached a point where you were tempted to throw ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist