Sermons on Delayed Gratification:

Part 1: The Seriousness Of Disobeying God Series

Contributed by Marlou Javier on Jul 14, 2021

The book shows a repeated four step cycle that takes place seven times in the book. That is, 1. REBELLION. Falling into sin, idolatry, and apostasy. 2. RETRIBUTION. God’s punishment. 3. REPENTANCE. Israel cries for help. 4. RESCUE. God delivers via a judge.

The book of Judges starts with “After the death of Joshua…” - There were 15 judges in all. Eli and Samuel were the last. THE WORD “JUDGE.” - “judge," means "bringer of justice." - These "judges" were like a cross-mixture between a mayor, a marshal, a prophet, and a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Is Too Much To Handle

Contributed by Jeffery Russell on Nov 7, 2000

Is life getting too much to handle? Read this.

When Things are Too Much to Handle Mark 5 Jeff Russell Friendship Baptist Church, Langenselbold, Germany In my mind this morning is the picture of my six year old daughter trying to help us with the laundry. She picked up a clothes basket of wet clothes and tried to make her way up the stairs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

If Not For Peninnah

Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Jun 1, 2010

The provocation of Hannah by her rival Peninnah was designed by God, to press her towards her victory

If not for Peninnah 1 Sam 1: 1-10 Introduction First Samuel opens with the story of Elkanah and his family. The Bible says he was from the hill country of Ephraim, he was son of Jeroham and perhaps more importantly, that he had two wives. One was Peninnah, the other was Hannah. Instructively, these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ready Or Not Here I Come

Contributed by James Bryant on Jun 24, 2001

This is not a childhood game. We better be ready!

READY OR NOT HERE I COME Matthew 24:3 & 27 (3) And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? (27) For as the lightning cometh out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:7

Denomination: Baptist

Against All Likelihood

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 14, 2007

So every time there are opportunities in the church they will be met by opposition. Opportunity and opposition go together.

Against all likelihood Ezra 4-6 7/15/07 We have been preaching through this little book of Ezra. The book of Ezra talks about the small remnant of Jews that went back to Jerusalem after being captive in Babylon for 70 years. Their purpose was to rebuild the temple of worship. So, they were to go ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Your Condition Is Not Your Conclusion (Part 2)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 30, 2025

Your current situation may look hopeless, but when Jesus steps in, He changes the narrative and turns your condition into a testimony.

YOUR CONDITION IS NOT YOUR CONCLUSION (PART 2) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 5:1-9 Key Verse: “Jesus saith unto him, Rise, take up thy bed, and walk.” (John 5:8) Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 32:27, Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 40:1-3, Mark 10:46-52 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making The Most Of Opportunities

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025

Life is a collection of moments and opportunities. Each day presents us with new chances to make decisions, take actions, and align ourselves with God’s purpose.

MAKING THE MOST OF OPPORTUNITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 5:15-16 Supporting Texts: Colossians 4:5, Ecclesiastes 9:10-11, Galatians 6:10, 2 Corinthians 6:2, John 9:4 INTRODUCTION: Life is a collection of moments and opportunities. Each day presents us with new chances to make ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Deliverance From The Spirit Of Backwardness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 11, 2025

There is a divine expectation for every child of God to move forward, make progress, and fulfil destiny. Stagnation and backwardness are contrary to the plan of God.

DELIVERANCE FROM THE SPIRIT OF BACKWARDNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:6 – “The Lord our God said to us at Horeb, ‘You have stayed long enough at this mountain.’” Supporting Texts: Joel 2:25-27, Isaiah 43:18-19, Philippians 3:13-14, Exodus 14:15 INTRODUCTION: There is a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6, Joel 2:25-27, Isaiah 43:18-19, Philippians 3:13-14, Exodus 14:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Faith That Activates God’s Miracles Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 29, 2025

Faith is the divine key that unlocks the supernatural. Throughout Scripture, we see that God responds to faith wherever it is found. The miracles of Jesus were often accompanied by one common element—faith.

THE FAITH THAT ACTIVATES GOD’S MIRACLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 5:25-34 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 9:29, James 2:17-18, Luke 17:6, John 11:40 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the divine key that unlocks the supernatural. Throughout Scripture, we see that God responds to faith ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Way Maker Never Fails

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

The same God who made a way in the Red Sea, brought down the walls of Jericho, fed multitudes, and raised the dead is still making ways today. The Way Maker has not changed, and He will not fail you.

THE WAY MAKER NEVER FAILS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:16-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:13-31, Psalm 77:19, John 14:6, Hebrews 10:23 INTRODUCTION: Our God is not just a way maker; He is The Way Maker—the One who creates paths where there are none. Life sometimes presents ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stay In Your Appointed Place

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 2, 2026

A call to recognise, remain, and function faithfully in the divine position God has assigned for your purpose and destiny.

STAY IN YOUR APPOINTED PLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 4:14 Key Verse: “For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father’s house shall be destroyed: and who knoweth ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Releasing God’s Promises For A Greater Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 7, 2026

This sermon reveals how believers can cooperate with God to activate and experience His promises for a greater tomorrow.

RELEASING GOD’S PROMISES FOR A GREATER TOMORROW 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 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Numbers 23:19; ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stepping Into God’s Plan Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2026

God has a predetermined and purposeful plan for every life, and walking in obedience and faith positions believers to enter into its full manifestation.

STEPPING INTO GOD’S PLAN 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, KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21; Psalm 37:23; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Securing Divine Help Through Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2026

Obedience is the covenant key that positions believers to access divine help and supernatural intervention.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:1 Key Verse: “And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the LORD thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the LORD thy God ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuing Destiny With Determination Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

Reaching your God-ordained destiny requires more than wishful thinking—it demands determination, discipline, focus, and faith.

PURSUING DESTINY WITH DETERMINATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 12:1-2, Proverbs 4:25-27, Genesis 37:5-11, 2 Timothy 4:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Destiny is God’s predetermined plan and purpose for an individual’s life. It is not a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God