Sermons on Diligent:

"The Rest Of The Divine" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 13, 2008

Sermon 10 in a study in HEBREWS

“Therefore, let us fear if, while a promise remains of entering His rest, any one of you may seem to have come short of it. 2 For indeed we have had good news preached to us, just as they also; but the word they heard did not profit them, because it was not united by faith in those who heard. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Orthodox

Raising Kids PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025

Faithful parenting means prioritizing what truly matters—raising children to love God and others—through steady, loving discipline and reliance on God’s guidance and grace.

If you’ve ever picked up a forgotten lunchbox at the end of the day and discovered a science project growing inside, or tried to pray while a toddler plays percussion on pots and pans, you’re in good company. Parenting feels like herding hummingbirds—beautiful, jittery, and fast. From sippy cups to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, Proverbs 13:24, Proverbs 29:17

Topics: Parenting, Wisdom

This World Is Not My Home Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 22, 2007

Money has the power to shackle us to this present world. Our tithes and offerings have the power to power to shackle us to God in faith.

OPEN: A preacher named Ray Stedman traveled across the country for a week of meetings. The only problem was, his baggage didn’t make it. He needed a couple of suits so he went down to the local thrift shop. When he told the salesman, "I’d like to get a couple of suits," the man smiled, led him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time Management Or Time Godagement

Contributed by John Gullick on Feb 26, 2007

A sermon that looks at the use of time looking at the lives of Noah and Jesus for inspiration - borrows from both the internet and sermon central. preached well.

Time Management. or Time Godagement GE 6:22 Noah did everything just as God commanded him. This morning I want to talk about the most dangerous weapon in the world that is forged against the church and the Kingdom of God. Do you know that the misuse of this weapon by Christians is a primary ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Signs Of The Time

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 11, 2008

THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES

“The Signs of the Times” Luke 12:54-59 In our passages today we’ll see that Jesus used two illustrations to impress on the crowds the importance of discernment and diligence in spiritual matters. First, He talked about me weather, and then He talked about a lawsuit. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:54-59, Luke 17:20-37, Matthew 22:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Children: Given To Us To Give Back To God

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 21, 2013

A Child Dedication Sunday sermon.

Children: Given to Us to Give Back to God TEXT: Psalm 127:3: – “Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.” INTRODUCTION Illus. – In this life there are certain important events which we often refer to as “rites of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3

Denomination: Baptist

Heart And Mouth Disease

Contributed by David Dailey on Aug 31, 2001

Out Of The Abundance Of The Heart The Mouth Speaks

Heart & Mouth Disease I want to talk about Heart & Mouth disease. Our text is in Proverbs 4:20-27. I want to talk to you today about spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In Faith

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Dec 14, 2006

As Christians, we walk by faith and not by sight. Our faith level is increased by the amount of time we spend in the Word of God. When we walk by faith, we are expressing to God that we have confidence in Him and His Word.

Introduction * As Christians, we walk by faith and not by sight. * Our faith level is increased by the amount of time we spend in the Word of God. * When we walk by faith, we are expressing to God that we have confidence in Him and His Word. * Our faith that is put into action brings the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer That Works

Contributed by James Ledbetter on May 3, 2015

Sometimes we pray fruitless prayers for several reasons. So, what works?

Prayer That Works! Sometimes we say fruitless prayers for several different reasons. Today we will be talking about PRAYER THAT WORKS!! Now that I Have your attention beloved the scripture reading is 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Apostolic

Grace For Divine Increase

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2025

Divine increase is the supernatural multiplication and growth that comes from God. It is not dependent on human effort but on the grace and favour of God. Grace is the enabler for divine increase, allowing us to accomplish what would otherwise be impossible.

Title: GRACE FOR DIVINE INCREASE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 9:8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 26:12-14; Psalm 115:14-15; John 10:10; 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 INTRODUCTION: Divine increase is the supernatural multiplication and growth that comes from God. It is not dependent on human ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 115:14-15, John 10:10, 1 Corinthians 3:6-7, Genesis 26:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Forgetting God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 28, 2025

Failing to pass faith to the next generation leads to spiritual decline and bondage.

THE DANGER OF FORGETTING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 2 Key verse: Judges 2:10 (KJV) “And also all that generation were gathered unto their fathers: and there arose another generation after them, which knew not the LORD, nor yet the works which he had done for ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Work Out What's Worked In" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 25, 2007

Sermon 4 in a study in Philippians

“So then, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your salvation with fear and trembling; 13 for it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure.” If the command to ‘have this attitude in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Orthodox

What Do I Do, How Do I Do It And Why?

Contributed by Richard Scoggins on Jan 28, 2005

How to set an example

I am one of those people that could be classified as a Jack of all trades. Some who know me would finish the rest of the statement by saying. They would tell ya’ll he’s a Jack of all trades but master of none. One of the things I used to be in my former life was a salesman and at one time a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Inventing Difficulties

Contributed by Mike Bryant on Jan 10, 2024

How worry harms us spiritually and how we can avoid it.

I. In Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Huck and Tom Sawyer set out together to rescue the captive slave, Jim. A. However, their grand plans soon led to disappointment. As they scouted the situation, they found that the rescue would pose no difficulties at all. Vainly, they tried to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Luke 21:34-35, Matthew 6:25-34, 2 Peter 3:10-14, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Peter 2:15, Philippians 2:19-21, Philippians 3:13-14, 1 Peter 5:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Things Our Churches Should Be Doing

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 21, 2009

Just what are you doing ?

7 THINGS OUR CHURCHES SHOULD BE DOING Most churches today are looking for some reason the get rit of their preacher. Not doing what they ought to be doing. People want to pass the buck are the blame. Quit looking and start---------------- 1. REJOICING Phil.3:1 Finally, my brethren, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1

Denomination: Baptist