Sermons on Delayed Gratification:

The Power Of Persistent Prayer Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

Persistent prayer refers to the continuous, unrelenting act of bringing our petitions before God, regardless of the delay in answers.

THE POWER OF PERSISTENT PRAYER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 18:1 "Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart." Supporting Texts: Matthew 7:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Hebrews 4:16, James 5:16, Luke 11:5-10 INTRODUCTION: In the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1, Matthew 7:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Hebrews 4:16, James 5:16, Luke 11:5-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

As The Spirit Leads Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 18, 2024

When the Holy Spirit tells you to do something follow his leading. Remember, delayed obedience is disobedience.

AS THE SPIRIT LEADS Text: Acts 11:27-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: Some of you know, and for those of you who don’t, you’re about to learn something new about your pastor, in the summer of 1982 I went to Europe as a missionary. The night before I was about to leave, some of my friends from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Methodist

As The Spirit Leads Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 22, 2023

When the Holy Spirit tells you to do something follow his leading. Remember, delayed obedience is disobedience.

AS THE SPIRIT LEADS Text: Acts 11:27-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: Some of you know, and for those of you who don’t, you’re about to learn something new about your pastor, in the summer of 1982 I went to Europe as a missionary. The night before I was about to leave, some of my friends from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Methodist

God Complete Your Work With Speed And Finality Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 12, 2018

God would not delay in answering your prayer or doing what He has said He will do for you

*DAY 9 OF 11TH HOUR FASTING* May the peace of the Lord be with you. Prayer Topic: *GOD COMPLETE YOUR WORK WITH SPEED AND FINALITY* Scripture: Romans 9:28 New International Version (NIV) 28 For the Lord will carry out     his sentence on earth with speed and finality.” Habakkuk 2:3 King James ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:28, Habakkuk 2:3

Denomination: Charismatic

Glory After This

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 24, 2025

No matter the pain, delay, or affliction, God has reserved a greater glory that will follow and overshadow your present situation.

GLORY AFTER THIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:18 - “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” ( KJV) Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 4:17; John 11:4; 1 Peter 5:10; Job 42:10; Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Take Off The Grave Clothes

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 27, 2014

From the day we are born we begin to die. It’s as if our bodies are already dressed in grave clothes. As marvelous as science is, it has not yet mastered life’s greatest enemy, death. Yet there is one who has.

Intro What kind of life would we lead if we were guaranteed not to die? How would we live if we knew already that we were immortal like a kind of Superman or Superwoman? Goal I want us to realize that immortality is not just the stuff of Hollywood fiction but a reality in Christ. Plan We will ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

God Rewards At The Perfect Time

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Sep 4, 2020

God knows the moment when His blessing will have the greatest impact in our lives. God doesn’t forget all that we do for Him, He doesn’t forget what he has promised us. He waits for the perfect time!

Esther 2:21-23 In those days, while Mordecai sat within the king’s gate, two of the king’s eunuchs, Bigthan and Teresh, doorkeepers, became furious and sought to lay hands on King Ahasuerus. So the matter became known to Mordecai, who told Queen Esther, and Esther informed the king in Mordecai’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:10, Revelation 22:12, Hebrews 10:23, Esther 10:3, Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 17:10, Esther 2:21-23, Galatians 6:9  (view more)  (view less)

That Was Then, This Is Now

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon is to encourage listeners not to let life's "detours, delays discouragements" distract them from God's sovereign work in their lives.

INTRO - Have you ever wondered - Why bad things happen to good people - When I am asked that question - I must respond with: „X God is sovereign „X His ways are higher than ours „X When you can't trace / trust - If we're not careful we will let ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attendre Le Reveil Series

Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on May 28, 2011

Full sermon speaking of the delay God is allowing. Things do not go as we alsways think, but our hope is on Him.

ATTENDRE LE RÉVEIL ? INTRODUCTION : Pour le situer dans son contexte, le Psaume 44 fait partie d'un recueil de 8 psaumes composés par les fils de Koré; les psaumes 42 à 49. Dans 1Ch.9 il nous est dit qu'ils étaient des lévites, et qu'ils étaient chargés du service du temple. Psaume 84 (des fils ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Eclipses

Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 23, 2017

Comparing the solar eclipse to spiritual eclipses such as denial and delay and distractions. Also an emphasis on the return of the SON as compared to the eclipse of the sun.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 20, 2017 David Simpson Spiritual Eclipses Revelation 1:7; 1 Thessalonians 5:2 1 Thessalonians 5:2 – “…for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.” Monday is the day! Rain or shine, the total solar eclipse ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, Revelation 22:20-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Prepared

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 5, 2020

The delay in the return of Christ Jesus represents the present period lived between the first coming of Jesus and his expected return.

Prepared Matthew 25:1 - 13 Intro: Almost every Sunday morning I begin my sermon with a cute or funny story. This morning I start with a sad story. Bob and Betty were 2 of my dearest friends in Indiana. A strong, loving example of what a married couple should be. However, this couple was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Mark 13:35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Great Mercy: Elizabeth's Story

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025

Elizabeth’s story is a testimony that God never forgets His own. His mercy may delay, but it will never be denied.

GREAT MERCY: ELIZABETH'S STORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:5-25 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:10-14, Psalm 136:1, Lamentations 3:22-23, Ephesians 2:4-5, Hebrews 4:16 INTRODUCTION The story of Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, is a powerful testimony of God's great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unstoppable Favour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

Unstoppable favour means that no matter the opposition, delay, or background, God’s favour will still locate you and announce you.

UNSTOPPABLE FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 2:15-17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 5:12; Proverbs 3:3-4; Genesis 39:21; Luke 2:52; Isaiah 60:10 INTRODUCTION: Favour is a divine advantage that makes a person stand out in life. It is a supernatural endorsement that opens doors, secures ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Destiny Settlement

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 27, 2025

Destiny settlement means coming into the fullness of God’s plan and purpose for your life without diversion, delay, or destruction.

DESTINY SETTLEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 29:11 Key Verse: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” (Jeremiah 29:11) Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28, Isaiah 46:10, Ephesians 1:11, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Josiah: The Last Good King Until Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 28, 2022

Rather than continue in his father’s footsteps, Josiah, with help from Hilkiah the high priest, determined to do the right thing. We are right to do the right thing, even if judgment is around the corner.

Josiah: The Last Good King Until Jesus! (2 Chronicles 34:1-35:27) 1. A man came home from work and found his three children outside, still in their pajamas, playing in the mud, empty food boxes and wrappers strewn all around the yard. The door of his wife's car and front door to the house ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible