Sermons on Delayed Gratification:

How To Deal With Lifes Greatest Changes Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Nov 6, 2006

This series follows the life of Joseph as he enrolls in the "School of Hard Knocks". Learn how you too can be victorious no matter what life throws at you.

How to Deal with Life’s Greatest Changes Series: Surviving the School of Hard Knocks August 6, 2000 Show video clip, “Toy Story” ( start 25:05 “What is it?” – Stop 31:02 “They’ll see. I’m still Andy’s favorite toy.” Duration: 6 min.) Change is a tough thing to swallow. Whether you’re being ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Always Pray & Do Not Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 3, 2007

This parable is a teaching from God himself to Always Pray and Do Not Lose Heart. We can see this in the: 1) Exhortation to Pray 2) Example of Prayer and 3) Encouragement for Prayer

There are certain things that you expect in turning up for worship, and others you do not. Everything turned upside down for the membership of Grace Church in San Diego California. Their Church building was totally destroyed by the fires. No doubt you have heard of the trauma of the massive fires ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Other

In The Still Of The Night

Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006

The story of the encounter of the shepherds with the angel at the time of Jesus’ birth and how they reacted.

In The Still of the Night Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: In the movies if the director wants to produce a dramatic effect, many times he will have the event happen at night. It seems that in the movies, the monsters (remember Jurassic Park?), criminals, and enemies always attack at night. Likewise ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting

Contributed by Ken Durham on Jul 22, 2005

I believe “Waiting” is a Word God is whispering to His Church today.

WAITING HABAKKUK CHAPTER 2: 1 – 3 “I will stand at my watch and station myself on the ramparts; I will look to see what he will say to me, and what answer I am to give to this complaint. Then the Lord replied: “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3

Studies In Revelation Chapter 10 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of chapter 10 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The interlude Theme: To show the bitter-sweetness of God's word Text: Revelation chapter 10 is the interlude ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Hindrances To Prayer Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jan 24, 2008

Do you know that your prayers are heard. There are some things that will stop your prayers from being heard.

Hindrances to Prayer We have been in a study of How to get prayers answered. We have looked at several things about prayer that all must be taken together for the proper results. If we had preached them all together we would have been here a long time and that is why we are on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

7 Strange Preachers

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Feb 20, 2008

It is amazing to see who and what God uses to tell people about Him.

This was adapted from a Maze Jackson Outline... 7 Strange Preachers – 10th February 2008 pm Matthew 3:1-5 Intro: John the Baptist was a strange preacher! 1. He had a strange message. 2. He had a strange pulpit. 3. He had a strange from of dress. Let’s notice some other strange ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding God’s Purpose

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 2, 2018

“For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” (1Co 1:18)

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “understanding God’s purpose”. There is always a purpose behind everything that is invented or created. There is a purpose for inventing electricity. There is a purpose for inventing the printing press and there is a purpose for creating the mobile ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

Jesus said with His tears that He approved of that kind of sorrow. There is a valid place for tears in the Christian life. We need never fear nor be ashamed of the tears of the hopeful.

One of the oldest and most universal of all questions is the one of Job, "If a man die shall he live again?" In the ancient world almost everyone believed that death was a gateway into another world, and so they buried their dead with food and tools to be used when they arrived. This is ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

What A Difference A Day Makes!

Contributed by Jack Warford on Mar 30, 2001

Our status will change many times over the years; one day it will be this and the next day it will be that; are we prepared for the final change?

What a difference a day makes! Our status will change many times over the years; one day it will be this and the next it will be that; are we prepared for the final change? We know what some of those changes will be: Going to school-Graduation, Single-Married, Husband/Wife-Father/Mother, No ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our God Is A Patient God Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 13, 2005

This is the first in a five sermon series on the attributes of God.

Our God is a Patient God II Peter 3:1-9 I. He Patiently Stirs Us With His Word (v. 1-2) A. His Word Stirs a New Devotion “Behold, I long for Your precepts; Revive me in Your righteousness.” – Psalm 119:40 1. A new devotion to our commitment to Christ 2. A new devotion to the church 3. A new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Ask Until Your Joy Is Full

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on Mar 16, 2020

As sweet as these promises are, they do not come to pass at our own timing but according to God’s timing. God is not a God of “promise and fail.”

TEXT: JOHN 16: 24 “Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask and you will receive that your joy may be full.”(John 16:24). The scripture tells us that whatever we ask in the name of Jesus shall be given to us (John 14:14). Matthew 7: 7 also promised that we should ask and it shall be ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Pitfalls Of Expectation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2025

Here are biblical examples that illustrate the importance of tempering our expectations with reality.

Expectations can be a double-edged sword in relationships. While they can inspire hope and anticipation, they can also lead to disappointment and heartache. The Bible offers valuable insights into the complexities of human relationships and the dangers of unchecked expectations. Here are biblical ...read more

Scripture: John 5:39-40, Matthew 26:33-35

Never Lose Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores the unwavering faith of Christians, focusing on the biblical story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha.

Don't Give Up on God! Coming out of a Dead Situation! John 11:20-23 Today's sermon is about the faith of Christians and the story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha. It's important to remember to not give up on God, even when faced with difficult circumstances. God has a purpose for everything we go ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-23

Topics: Christian Faith, Story Of Lazarus

Get Ready, Jesus Is Returning! SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Jesus is returning soon. It's crucial to keep His Word, share it, live it, and protect it in its original form. This way, we will be prepared for His return.

Introduction: Jesus is coming soon, and it is important for us to understand what He meant when He said, "I am coming soon." Although our concept of "soon" may differ from God's, we can be certain that His return is imminent. In Revelation 22, we find insights into the significance of His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:7-21

Topics: Second Coming, Faithfulness