Sermons on Endurance:

What Are The Insults We Receive?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2015

To show that we need to endure by praying when we're suffering at unbelievers's hands

I. EXORDIUM: What to do when you're suffering in the hands of unbelievers? 1 Peter 4:19 1 Peter 4:19 Therefore, those who are ill-treated and suffer in accordance with God’s will must do right and commit their souls [in charge as a deposit] to the One Who created [them] and will never fail ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hang In There Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 30, 2017

We need to patiently endure as we wait for the soon coming of our Lord Jesus.

HANG IN THERE! Text: James 5:7-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several years ago, an experiment on endurance was conducted at the University of California at Berkeley. The experiment involved placing Norwegian field rats in a tub of water, where they were forced to swim until they grew ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Methodist

When Everything Falls Apart Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

When everything falls apart, Jesus teaches the way forward is by exercising patient endurance.

Today, we're going to talk about something we all experience: those moments when everything seems to fall apart. You know, like when you fail a test, your crush doesn't like you back, or you have a huge fight with your best friend. Life can be tough, right? But guess what? Jesus has some advice for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Topics: Resilience, Perseverance, Life's Challenges, Endurance

Strength For The New World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize the enduring relevance and strength of God's Word in navigating our ever-changing world.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather today, not as strangers, but as a family bonded together by the love and grace of our Heavenly Father. As we navigate through this ever-changing world full of challenges, uncertainties, and complexities, we often find ourselves ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Topics: Ancient Words

There Are Somethings Worth Fighting For PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The Christian virtues of the power of prayer and praise, the strength of a persistent will, and the reward of faithful endurance.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I hope this day finds you filled with the joy and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we're going to dive deep into a powerful story from 1 Samuel 1:13-22. It is through prayer and praise that Hannah communicates with God, expressing her deepest desires, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:13-22

Topics: Persistent, Pay Off

Finish Strong PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The themes of God's unexpected calling, the consequences of unbridled passion, and the importance of enduring till the end.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into the heart of the Old Testament, focusing on 1 Samuel chapters 16 and 17. This is the story of a young shepherd boy named David who was called, anointed, and chosen by God to become one of the most influential kings in Israel's history. As we ...read more

Topics: King David

Living And Active Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the importance and enduring nature of God's word in our lives as followers of Jesus.

As we’re heading into our second week of the Following Jesus series, we hope that you’re beginning to take on each day with greater hope and joy knowing that you’re not out here on your own or alone, but that you have a loving father and creator that gave everything to bring you close! And this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-97, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Topics: Following Jesus, Living And Active, Eternal Word

Sermon Series: Following Jesus

Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 19, 2001

The sermon reviews the positive things that Jesus had to say about the church - their trust in God, their witness and their love and endurance

The letter to the Church in Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13) This is the sixth letter to the seven churches in Asia that we find in Revelation Chapters 2 and 3. It is written to the Church at Philadelphia. It is one of the two Churches (the other being the letter to the Church in Smyrna) for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Anglican

James 5:7-12 Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 20, 2025

In the face of suffering, we are called to be patient, get ready, stand firm, stop grumbling, never give up, enduring hardship, and tell the truth

James: Practical Faith  James 5:7-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  01-19-2025 Pearls When an oyster gets a grain of sand, parasite, or food particle in its shell, there is no way to get rid of it. It irritates the inside of the oyster. The oyster probably prays, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Hanging With The Wrong Crowd

Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Mar 10, 2002

This message challenges the people of God to be willing to endure the same criticism our Lord endured from those who are modern day Pharisees - "He eats with sinners". We are challenged to touch the live of those in the "wrong crowd" with the message of

(Elab = Elaborate point) (Trans = Transition) Luke 15:1-7 15:1 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, "This Man receives sinners and eats with them." 3 So He spoke this parable to them, saying: 4 "What man of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Holding On To Heaven While Hell Is On Your Back

Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Jul 13, 2014

This sermon helps us to endure the trials of life and teaches that no matter how hard things, keep holding on.

Holding On To Heaven While Hell Is On Your Back And then came a messenger unto Job, and said, the oxen were plowing, and the asses feeding beside them: …… Then Job arose, and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground, and worshipped, And said, Naked came I out ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Defeat The Devil

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 19, 2002

Overcoming the devil

How to Defeat the Devil Revelation 12:1-11 Here is a picture of spiritual warfare, Satan is hurled down to the earth. The Bible says that Satan is here. He is on the warpath. You and I are the focus of his fury. He is as a roaring lion look seeking whom he may devour. (1 Peter 5:8)! So, how can ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11, Revelation 12:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians Are Bright-Eyed

Contributed by Edward Frey on Feb 28, 2002

God’s grace cures all spiritual blindness.

The other week was interesting to say the least. Our whole family was infected with “pink eye.” Joseph had it the worst. His eyes were irritated and red; watery, itchy, and oozy. Pink eye made it hard for him to see. The doctor examined him and put him on an antibiotic drop. God examines our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Not Over React To People Or Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." (James 1:19) Only when our mind, will and emotions are under the control of the Spirit of

How Not to Over-React We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. One day a Midwestern Lawyer became so discouraged with his productivity that he despaired of everything in life. He wrote in his diary, "I do not know if my life is worth anything to anyone. I often wonder if my life will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving, Caring Christians

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 1, 2002

If we are children of God - if we claim to follow Jesus - then when we see a need we will do something. We must be loving, caring Christians.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This morning I want you to hear the cry of Jeremiah, the O.T. prophet, as he looks at the ruins of the city of Jerusalem. In the book of Lamentations, chapter 1, vs’s 1,8,11-12, he ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ