Sermons on Dedication Perseverance:

The Wrestling Sermon

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 23, 2013

To share with the listener how the sport of wrestling is much like our Christian life.

Wrestling prepares a person to compete in the game of life. The wrestler is the one athlete that must meet their opponent and do battle completely on their own. No one can substitute and time outs are not possible. You have no one to check, screen, and block or assist you in anyway; there is no one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Proverbs 27:17, James 1:2-3

Denomination: Other

Will They Find Us Faithful?

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Feb 8, 2014

Will those who come after us find us faithful? We gain courage and resolution by remembering the lives and sacrifices of those who came before us. We must remember the fallen, resolve to be found faithful, and reflect on the finisher of our faith.

WILL THEY FIND US FAITHFUL? Hebrews 11:1-12:4 (Bible quotes are from NKJV) INTRODUCTION As I was preparing the sermon for this Memorial Day weekend service, I decided to do a little research regarding this particular holiday. Let’s take a quick Memorial Day quiz to see how much you know about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, 1 Corinthians 9:26-27, 1 Peter 4:12-13, James 1:2-4, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

End In Mind (Covid And The Christian) Series

Contributed by Joe Williams on Nov 13, 2020

Living with the end in mind leads to a fuller and holier life!

As many of you know, we are in a series right now called COVID and the Christian. We’ve been spending much of our time together in the book of 1st Peter trying to biblically answer the question: How should we as Christians be living out our faith during this historic moment in history? • 1st Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Defending The Faith Sermon Ii: Christians Rest Their Case On The Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times when the Christian Faith is attacked relentlessly by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians point to God's Works and Words to affirm God's Sovereignty, and to confirm our trust in Him as Lord of all.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE --- CHRISTIANS REST THEIR CASE ON THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD Sydney Lanier, famous Georgia poet who spent much of his time in the coastal area, penned a poem, “The Marshes of Glynn”, in which he opined, “As the marsh-hen quietly builds on the watery sod, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-6, Psalm 111:7-10

Sunday Of The Thirteenth Week In Ordinary Time, Year A; 13th Sunday, Cycle A-- Whoever Loves Father Or Mother More Than Me Is Not Worthy Of Me

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 8, 2020

The lady answered, “Tell Jesus not to kiss me — to stop kissing me.”

There are athletic passages both in Greek philosophy and in the Bible that say suffering can be useful like an athlete in training, because it can aid in the growth of virtue. A meme: They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. At this point, my dear, I should be able to bench-press a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-42

Denomination: Catholic

Disciplined Living Sermon Vi: Mature Believers Have Nothing To Fear Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 3, 2020

In times when anti-Christian sentiment runs high in our society, mature Christians are rightly disturbed by all the trouble caused by evil doers but nonetheless our strong faith in God our Deliverer sees us through every trial.

PLEASING THE FATHER BY FAITH IN HIM AND HIS SON JESUS CHRIST “We aim to please” is an axiom we hear in advertising and sales, and as a response someone makes to us when we express our appreciation for products and services rendered. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Romans 8:28-39

Dust It Off!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 4, 2024

Jesus teaches sound advice to "dust it off" when faced with rejection, hostility, and resistance to the Good News that we share!

JESUS HAD MANY CHALLENGES IN HIS MINISTRY AND FACED UNPRECIDENTED REJECTION. AFTER HEALING A MAN BY DRIVING OUT LEGIONS OF DEMONS, LUKE 8:37, TELLS US THAT “…ALL THE PEOPLE FROM THAT TERRITORY ASKED JESUS TO GO AWAY, BECAUSE THEY WERE TERRIBLY AFRAID. SO JESUS GOT INTO THE BOAT AND LEFT.” WHEN ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13, John 6:66, Isaiah 53:3, John 3:19-20, Matthew 10:22, 2 Timothy 3:12, John 16:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Night Is Coming When No Man Can Work

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 8, 2025

Jesus’ words remind us that we do not have unlimited time to serve God and impact lives. Night is coming when no man can work—whether through death, old age, or the return of Christ. Now is the time to be diligent, to seek God, and to do His will wholeheartedly.

NIGHT IS COMING WHEN NO MAN CAN WORK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 9:4 "I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work." Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Psalm 90:12, Ephesians 5:15-16, 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: John 9:4, Ecclesiastes 12:1, Psalm 90:12, Ephesians 5:15-16, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking Daily In Excellence

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 3, 2025

Walking daily in excellence means living consistently to glorify God by maintaining an excellent spirit, attitude, and lifestyle in every area of life.

WALKING DAILY IN EXCELLENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:12-14 Key Verse: “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:14) Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:23; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Ecclesiastes 9:10; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rising After Failure Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 7, 2025

God never abandons His children in their moments of failure; instead, He restores, redirects, and renews them for greater victory.

RISING AFTER FAILURE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 8:1-2 Key Verse: “And the Lord said unto Joshua, Fear not, neither be thou dismayed: take all the people of war with thee, and arise, go up to Ai; see, I have given into thy hand the king of Ai, and his people, and his city, and his ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keys To Open Doors

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 9, 2025

Open doors symbolise divine opportunities, breakthroughs, and access granted by God for advancement, blessing, and fulfilment of destiny.

KEYS TO OPEN DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7-8 Key Verse: “I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.” (Revelation 3:8, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Plants Your Feet On The Rock Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025

God is our sure foundation who lifts us from instability and establishes us securely upon His truth and grace.

THE GOD WHO PLANTS YOUR FEET ON THE ROCK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 40:1-3 Key Verse: “He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.” — Psalm 40:2 Supporting Texts: Psalm 18:2; Matthew 7:24-25; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Holds Your Right Hand Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 18, 2025

God’s hand symbolises power, guidance, and protection. When He holds your right hand, you can never be defeated or abandoned.

THE GOD WHO HOLDS YOUR RIGHT HAND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 41:10-13 Key Verse: “For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.” — Isaiah 41:13 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 73:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 37:23-24; John 10:28-29; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lifestyle Of The Early Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 26, 2025

The early church modelled a Spirit-filled lifestyle of unity, prayer, generosity, and continuous fellowship that attracted God’s presence and multiplied believers daily.

THE LIFESTYLE OF THE EARLY CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:42-47 Key Verse: “And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.” (Acts 2:47) Supporting Texts: John 13:34-35; Hebrews 10:24-25; Ephesians 4:3-6; Philippians 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: The early church serves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stephen’s Faith And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

Stephen’s life teaches believers how to maintain faith and forgiveness even in the face of hatred, persecution, and death.

STEPHEN’S FAITH AND FORGIVENESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 7:54-60 Key Verse: “And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.” (Acts 7:60) Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:44; Luke 23:34; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Assembly Of God