Sermons on Dedication Perseverance:

Glow In The Dark: Keep The Light Burning (Part 4) Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Jul 30, 2024

The Lord keeps our light burning.

Following Jesus is a marathon, not a sprint. Parable of the sower: Rocky ground, Thorny ground. Too many Christians give up. "It's just too hard." Why? They truly do not trust God. Their own power fails. You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:2-4, Romans 8:17-18, Psalm 18:28, John 16:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unlocking God's Promises Through Patience And faith Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 24, 2025

God says patience & faith bring His promises to pass!

We Live in a world that craves instant gratification, the Bible teaches us that patience and faith are essential keys to unlocking God's promises. Abraham waited 25 years for Isaac, Joseph waited 13 years for his dreams to unfold, and David waited years to become king. Their stories demonstrate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Delay Doesn't Mean Denial And Trusting God's Perfect Timing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 24, 2025

The sermon encourages us to view delays as opportunities for growth, refinement, and preparation, rather than denial.

In today’s world where instant gratification is often expected, waiting can be one of the most challenging aspects of faith. However, biblical teachings remind us that delay doesn't necessarily mean denial. God's timing is often different from our own, and His plans unfold according to His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:10-14, 1 Samuel 1:12-17

The Power Of Faith Activated By Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 30, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical principle that faith must be activated and energized by love.

As believers, we're often reminded of the importance of faith in our walk with God. However, faith without love is incomplete and ineffective. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical principle that faith must be activated and energized by love. The Foundation of Faith and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Assurance Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

May the assurance of salvation bring you comfort, joy, and confidence in your walk with God.

As Christians, we often struggle with doubts and uncertainties about our salvation. We may wonder, "How can I be sure that I am saved?" or "What if I'm not truly a child of God?" The Bible provides clear answers to these questions, offering assurance and confidence in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17, 2 Peter 1:3-11

Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 27, 2004

We have so many heros, but we need only one.

Luke 2:41->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The Life of Christ Series <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Who did you want to be like when you were growing up? ILL>>> Dan Smith b-ball player / -- pretend play nerf ball - jerry Adams, Mitch Steiner, Benny Polk, - Victor Hazard, --- piece of paper - contact ILL>>> ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

Who did you want to be like when you were growing up? ILL>>> Dan Smith b-ball player / -- pretend play nerf ball - jerry Adams, Mitch Steiner, Benny Polk, - Victor Hazard, --- piece of paper - contact ILL>>> Be like Mike ... Michael Jordan //

Luke 2:41->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The Life of Christ Series <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Who did you want to be like when you were growing up? ILL>>> Dan Smith b-ball player / -- pretend play nerf ball - jerry Adams, Mitch Steiner, Benny Polk, - Victor Hazard, --- piece of paper - contact ILL>>> ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Support Courage

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction:  Date is the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles (Lev.

Introduction:  Date is the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles (Lev. 23:34-43). Solomonâs Temple had been dedicated at this feast in 1 Kings 8:2. On this day of the feast Jesus offers living water (John 7:37). I. Godâs Presence (vs. 1-5) A. Haggai new comparison would bring ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Training

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 16, 2013

What does it mean to "train yourself to be godly?"

GODLY TRAINING I TIMOTHY 4:7-8 Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives tales, rather, train yourself to be godly. What does it mean to train yourself to be godly? Four words or phrases stand out to me... 1. TRAIN This word speaks of effort, discipline, hard work, dedication. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

To See Who Jesus Really Is!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2007

Zacchaeus wanted to see who Jesus really was. Do you want to know who Jesus really is? You need to put yourself in a position to see him, like Zacchaeus.

Sermon Notes: Please listen to the Audio Sermon for the full version. Zacchaeus was a very little man and a very little man was he. He climbed up into a sycamore tree for the saviour he wanted to see. We’re celebrating with Mark and Lou today as it is baby Jaden’s dedication service. We thank God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Preaching The Truth, Convenient Or Not Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 14, 2009

As Jesus did in his home town, we must preach the truth about marriage, even at some risk.

March 16, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis The prophetic call, whether to Elisha, Jesus, the apostles or you and me, is a call to take risks in order to reduce the greatest risk–that men and women lose their eternal souls. Here, Jesus tells the truth about his fellow Jews to the Jews and almost pays ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:24-30

Denomination: Catholic

Laboring Love

Contributed by Randy Sceroler on Feb 20, 2010

God's Love for you and I is Active and so should ours be toward one another. This sermon will help y0u understand the importance of our saying I love you and what it means to carry it out,

Laboring Love Valentine Day Message “We know love by this, that He laid down His life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives of the brethren.” 1 JOHN 3:16 A LOVE THAT LABORS WILL DO SEVERAL THINGS 1. LABORING LOVE WILL BRING SECURITY. "We Know" A. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

True Worshippers Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Aug 10, 2010

What if an alien could read the Bible and see what God desires, then drives past our church (mosque, temple)? Whose God is the true God? Who’s worth it? (No wonder the world doesn’t know Him!)

Worship, true worship, is the quality a Father looks for in His children. Man’s chief end is to glorify God, to honor Him, and to worship Him. Worship means to show worth and/or value. What is God worth to you? (see John 4:19-24, Hebrews 10:19-25) 1. WORSHIP IS: Posturing Myself before ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

5 Qualities Of A Good Solidier Of Th E Cross

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 3, 2009

How to live and love and serve the Lord with all your heart

(5) Qualities of a good soldier of the cross 2nd Tim. 2: 3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 4 No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier. 2nd Tim:4 : 7 I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Soldier Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 1, 2010

Looking for a few good men.

THE SOLDIER OF JESUS CHRIST Titus 2 1But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine: 2That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. 3The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist