Sermons on Diligence:

God Hates Laziness. Let’s Be Deligent. Series

Contributed by Obeth Jebakumar on Apr 25, 2023

GOD expects us TO WORK HARD

GOD hates LAZINESS. Let’s BE DELIGENT. # WHO is a Diligent person? A DILIGENT person is … Someone who is responsible and works hard and carefully... Someone who performs with intense concentration and focus… Someone who takes his/her work seriously and who does it well and rapidly… # GOD ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-11, Proverbs 10:4-5, Proverbs 13:4

Denomination: Methodist

Being A Bounty Hunter For The Lord

Contributed by Andy Johnson on Jan 8, 2007

As bounty hunters look diligently for those who jump bail, so should Christians look diligently for the lost and for those who have went astray.

Intro: Duane Chapman alias “DOG the Bounty Hunter” In Matthew chapter 18, Jesus is talking to the disciples here in reference to Vs. 1. Then He gives them and us a warning in vs. 6-9, as bounty hunters we need to hold fast to the truths found in these 5 verses. I. A Bounty Hunter must know who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Forceful Men

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

Taking hold of salvation requires a diligence on our part.

Introduction: When I went to school at Freed-Hardeman, we were required in our English literature class to read part of John Bunyan’s book Pilgrim’s Progress. It is perhaps the most well-known religious allegory ever written. For those of you who never had an English teacher force you to read ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Pattern For Life And Love Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 2, 2002

Exposition of Romans 12:11 regarding diligence and laziness.

“The Pattern for Life and Love” Romans 12:11 Review I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of Righteousness • Dedicate fully your body and soul to God’s service • Renew your thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Witness Protection Program

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 12, 2014

We must be diligent to protect our Christian witness.

Witness Protection Program March 9, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be diligent to protect our Christian witness. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 10:23 Supplemental Passage: Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23

Denomination: Baptist

Mathew Seven - Seven People Part 4

Contributed by Ken Crow on Jan 24, 2010

We must beleive God is a rewarder of those who diligently seek him.

Mathew Seven-Seven People Part 4 And He That Seeketh Findeth Pastor Ken Crow Matthew 7:7-8 (King James Version) 7Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: 8For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

A Sensible Relationship With God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 30, 2005

This message is a continued thought of the previous message -- Faithfulness is Diligence, not Indulgence

A SENSIBLE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD 1 CORINTHIANS 10:14 – 11:1 INTRODUCTION: Last week we looked at the sobering thought of our own relationship with Christ. We saw how passionate Paul was regarding his walk with Christ. Paul, the greatest missionary of all time was concerned that he might be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

If We Make No Real Effort To Find God Daily Our Lives Decay.

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 29, 2014

The joy the blessing and the necessity of diligence when it comes to connecting with God.

If we make no real effort to find God daily our lives decay To get natural food I must allocate time and make the effort to either grow something or go to the store buy the food and then prepare and cook it – to get gas I must allocate time and make the effort go to the station and fill up ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Do Not Know Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 11, 2023

When you do not know, work diligently and celebrate responsibly.

After going bankrupt in 1998, the Psychic Friends Network relaunched as a public company in 2012, promising to be “bigger, bolder, and better than ever.” In their investor presentation, they promised to “leverage an iconic brand name using new technologies and social media to re-establish Psychic ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-10, Psalm 16:11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Diligent Discipleship: Transformed By Truth 2 Timothy 2:15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 4, 2024

In 2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT), we encounter a call to diligence in handling God's Word—a truth that can transform our lives. Join me as we explore the transformative impact of truth in our journey of discipleship.

Diligent Discipleship: Transformed by Truth Introduction: In 2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT), we encounter a call to diligence in handling God's Word—a truth that can transform our lives. Join me as we explore the transformative impact of truth in our journey of discipleship. Point 1: Approved Workmen ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 119:11, Hebrews 4:12, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Reward Of The Seeker"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 30, 2005

The one who diligently seeks for God has the promise that He will be found.

And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him. J.E. Smith in his commentary on the Pentateuch noted: “Hebrews 11 emphasizes the faith of Abram. He believed God when he did not know where (v. 8), ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Orthodox

Is That Good Enough Lord ?

Contributed by Travis Leib on May 15, 2018

The urgency to do whatsoever God tells us, and to do it with all diligence.

John, chapter 2, gives us the account of the beginning of the miracles of Jesus. But within this miracle gives us a glimpse of how God works if we will obey. There is much debate and discussion on the conversation between Jesus and Mary. I dont want to take the time to try to give my veiwpoint ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

Kingdom Seekers!

Contributed by David Wilson on Aug 26, 2013

Seeking God's kingdom should be priority, done diligently, and whole-heartedly.

BASIC OUTLINE FOR THIS MORNING’s MESSAGE: 1) We must seek God’s kingdom and righteousness FIRST! 2) We must seek God diligently! 3) We must seek God whole-heartedly! Matthew 6:33 We must seek God’s kingdom and righteousness FIRST! Far too often we find ourselves seeking our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation Management-101—2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 8, 2001

Part 2 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

Temptation Management 101-II—Luke 4:1-13 We must learn to control/manage life’s temptations. Control our falling into the temptations—Sexual/Drug/Alcohol/Food/ Social-Relationships/ Financial, etc....— so they do not become sin, hindering God’s work in us. Jesus was able manage temptation so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Your Heart [steve Irwin - Crocodile Hunter]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 6, 2006

Steve Irwin--Crocodile Hunter: If ever we expected him to have a great injury we would think it would be his leg, his hand, or maybe his head…but no, it was his heart. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

Guard Your Heart Proverbs 4:23-5:2 We were all shocked to hear about the tragic death of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter. We were stunned, not that he died, for he faced tremendous dangers on a daily basis…we were, rather, surprised by the way that he died. About the only way that a Stingray ...read more

Denomination: Baptist