Sermons on Delayed Gratification:

Go! And Fix Your Eyes On What Will Last Forever Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2025

So many of us build our lives upon things that will one day crumble: wealth, status, possessions, even health. But Paul reminds us to fix our gaze not on the sandcastles of this world but on what will last forever.

Go! And Fix Your Eyes on What Will Last Forever 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NLT): “So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever.” Introduction: Seeing the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, James 4:14, Hebrews 11:1, 1 Peter 1:4, John 14:2-3, Romans 8:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On An Odyssey Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 25, 2024

“The Odyssey” is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer, a Greek poet.

Bettany Mary Hughes, a British-born historian, author and broadcaster once remarked: “To me that is what the Odyssey is all about, it's about being in the world and unexpected challenges and dangers are thrown at you.” Matthew 5:17 reminds us: “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 2:13, John 14:6, Luke 16:17

Consuming Happiness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the wisdom in Psalm 1:1, emphasizing the importance of righteousness, true happiness, and the avoidance of self-centeredness.

Good morning, Church! A hearty welcome to everyone. Today, we're diving deep into the Book of Psalms, Psalm 1:1 to be exact. It's a passage that proclaims: "Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers." What a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Topics: Happiness, Moral Sense

The Blessing Of Abraham: From Promise To Possession

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025

The journey of Abraham—from receiving the promise to walking in its possession—is a pattern of faith, obedience, and divine fulfilment.

THE BLESSING OF ABRAHAM: FROM PROMISE TO POSSESSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:1-3 Supporting Texts: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 17:1-8, Galatians 3:13-14, Romans 4:20-21, Hebrews 6:13-15 INTRODUCTION: God’s dealings with Abraham marked the beginning of a covenantal relationship ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Of Speed Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

Our God is not just the God of times and seasons—He is the God of speed. He can compress years into moments and bring long-awaited results in a supernatural and accelerated manner.

GOD OF SPEED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:44-46 Supporting Texts: Amos 9:13, Psalm 147:15, Joel 2:25, Genesis 24:12-20, John 6:21 INTRODUCTION: Our God is not just the God of times and seasons—He is the God of speed. He can compress years into moments and bring long-awaited ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:44-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Stagnation To Acceleration Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 29, 2025

Stagnation is not your final destination; it is only a season that must end when divine instruction and power are engaged.

FROM STAGNATION TO ACCELERATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:6-8 "The Lord our God spake unto us in Horeb, saying, Ye have dwelt long enough in this mount: Turn you, and take your journey..." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:31, 2 Kings 7:1-9, Amos 9:13, Habakkuk 2:3, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking The Backbone Of Stagnation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 7, 2025

This sermon is designed to identify the causes of stagnation, expose the spirit behind it, and provide keys to break free and move into your next level.

BREAKING THE BACKBONE OF STAGNATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:6-7 "The Lord our God spake unto us in Horeb, saying, Ye have dwelt long enough in this mount: Turn you, and take your journey, and go to the mount of the Amorites, and unto all the places nigh thereunto, in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Persistent Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 28, 2025

Persistent faith is the unwavering trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem contrary. It is the kind of faith that refuses to give up, holding on until there is a manifestation of the promise.

THE POWER OF PERSISTENT FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 18:1-8 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:6, James 1:6-8, Mark 10:46-52, Matthew 15:21-28, Romans 4:20-21 INTRODUCTION: Persistent faith is the unwavering trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem contrary. It is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Olivet Discourse-Rapture Ready - Be Ready For Christ's Return. Parable Of The 10 Virgins_matthew 25.1-13 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 27, 2025

Be ready for CHRIST’s return. Spiritual preparedness is personal, non-transferable, and essential for entering GOD’s kingdom - each one must be ready for the LORD’s return.

2025.09.28. Sermon Notes. Be Ready for Christ’s Return - Matthew 25.1-13 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 25:1-13, Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 12:35, Revelation 19:7, John 3:29, Revelation 19:7-9, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Matthew 24:36, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13-14, Zechariah 4:1-6, 2 Peter 3:3-4, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 12:35, Revelation 19:7, John 3:29, Revelation 19:7-9, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Matthew 24:36, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13-14, Zechariah 4:1-6, 2 Peter 3:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, Romans 14:12, Genesis 7:16, Matthew 24:46, Romans 8:16, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Corinthians 6:2, 1 Peter 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

March: My Month Of Supernatural Advancement Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 25, 2026

Description: This message reveals how God moves His people from stagnation into divinely orchestrated and accelerated progress.

MARCH: MY MONTH OF SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:6-7; Exodus 14:15 Key Verse: “The LORD our God spake unto us in Horeb, saying, Ye have dwelt long enough in this mount: turn you, and take your journey…” — Deuteronomy 1:6 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6-7, Exodus 14:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Calls Your Name

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Oct 28, 2002

This sermons deals with the types of calls from God and the responces that follow them.

When God Calls Your Name 10/19/02 You all know the show “The Price is Right”. Your name is called out and you have the opportunity to be a participant to win lots of prizes. Can you imagine setting in that audience and hearing your name called out, only you don’t answer that call. No, you would ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-9

Denomination: *other

Overcoming Spiritual Procrastination Series

Contributed by Todd Tenaglia on Jun 9, 2025

We all have things in our lives that we allow to keep us from living the life God has for us. Here we examine how to stop procrastinating and start living for the glory of God.

Intro Moment—The Sound that Wakes the Soul Illustration This week, I saw a young man interviewed on the news following the deadly and destructive EF-4 tornado that hit Laurel County, Kentucky, on May 16th. His response when asked about how much time they had to get to safety before the tornado hit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 28, 2006

There is nothing like the freedom of forgiveness. The record of your past can be cleansed and God offers it freely.

The Joy of Forgiveness Psalm 32:1-7 Psalm 32:1 (NIV) A psalm of David. Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Oh What Joy!!!!  David had been forgiven of many things  Adultery  Murder  Dishonesty Sin is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Merciful Will Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 29, 2014

God is holding back the establishment of His kingdom so that the multiplied billions may have a longer, & hopefully better, opportunity to hear the gospel, & come to repentance & faith in Jesus Christ.

2 PETER 3: 8-9 [Our Precious Faith Series] GOD'S MERCIFUL WILL [Isaiah 55:6-11] After addressing the lost's mocking of God's Word and the Lord Jesus' seeming delay in returning to correct mankind in the previous verses (1--7), Peter goes on to speak about the restraint of the Lord in verses ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 12, 2020

The key question being asked by this parable is, “Are you ready to meet Jesus?” This question confronts us with four spiritual truths.

Message Matthew 25:1-13 The Ten Virgins Let’s turn in our Bible to Matthew 25:1-13 and read the parable there. A marriage in first century Judea had three stages. 1) The marriage arrangement where families got together to discuss the idea of a son from one family marrying a daughter from another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist