Sermons on fail in life:

A Political Zealot And A Failed Revival Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 26, 2021

Let's take a look at the revival experienced by a zealot for this world's political solutions who found the real solution to world problems, and the tragic end of a man who seemed to start out on the road to revival, but instead chose the world.

Let's take a look at the revival experienced by a zealot for this world's political solutions who found the real solution to world problems, and the tragic end of a man who seemed to start out on the road to revival, but instead chose the world. 1) Simon the Zealot’s Revival Can a zealot ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When We Fail Jesus Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 27, 2022

A look at Peter's betrayal and what we can learn from it concerning the times we fail Jesus.

OVERCONFIDENT FAITH: Peter fails Jesus three times. - John 18:15-18, 25-27. - Sometimes we have false confidence. - We think too highly of ourselves or too lightly of sin or Satan. - What was at the heart of Peter’s denials? a. Fear of death? b. There was a convenient way out (just lie)? c. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Failed In A Time Of Crisis

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2022

I've had a rotten feeling in my gut since the beginning of this COVID-19 crisis. But I've been afraid to say it out loud. I've been afraid of criticism and hostility.

I've had a rotten feeling in my gut since the beginning of this COVID-19 crisis. But I've been afraid to say it out loud. I've been afraid of criticism and hostility. But I'm just going to say it. I'm going to tell you what I really think. We let the government shut down our ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

When All Else Fails, Read The Instructions

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2009

The Bible gives us understanding of human life and relationships, it equips us for effectiveness, and it is the standard by which a church becomes great.

Why do we prefer to stumble along and do a job halfway, when, with just a little effort, we could do it well? Why is it that we will take a stab at something we don’t know how to do, .we will fool with it, we will mess with it, but, if it takes some study to learn to do it right, we’re not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Coping With Failure

Contributed by Gordon Moyes on Nov 27, 2000

How does the Christian respond when we fail? By faith!

The word that rhymes best with "Australia" is "failure"! During the Olympics, our success in the pool, on the courts, on the track and other fields of competition, saw us in an unusual situation: we were victorious! The flag flying at the top brought cheers. The national anthem brought tears to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Methodist

Singing While Entering Into God’s Rest

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 3, 2016

Where the Isralites failed to rest through faith in God,we have the opprotunity to enter through faith.

Singing While Entering Into God’s Rest Psalm 95:1-11 Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms. 3 For the Lord is the great God, And the great King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Wasting Your Life

Contributed by Mike Wimberly on Aug 15, 2005

If we fail to invest our lives in the purpose God gave our lives will be wasted

ARE YOU WASTING YOUR LIFE? MARK 8:34-38 I just celebrated another birthday. The years seem to go by faster as each one passes. I am thankful for the years the Lord has given me. As I get older I am reminded of the importance of using this life to fulfill the purpose God gave me. As I look around ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Life In The Word

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jan 28, 2022

If we fail to read and observe what is written in the Scripture, then we will be devoid of abundant life. We find life in the Word because the Word leads to Jesus, and it leads to spiritual freedom in Christ through the indwelling Holy Spirit.

I wish to begin our message this morning by sharing some verses out of Deuteronomy 28. In Deuteronomy 28:66-67, God gives a warning to His people, saying, “Your life shall hang in doubt before you; you shall fear day and night, and have no assurance of life. In the morning you shall say, ‘Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of A Tragic Hero

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 29, 2002

How Samson misused his privilege and failed his mission is a stern warning to every follower of Christ. It is also a reminder of the gift and gravity of the Spirit of God.

The Life Of A Tragic Hero Judges 14-16 INTRO: The story of Samson is one of the saddest in all the Bible. He was gifted and nurtured to be God’s man in Israel’s critical hour. The Philistines threatened to invade. Israel needed a leader who could unite the people. God gave Samson special care ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Test: Is Foolishness The Better Choice? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 16, 2003

Both foolishness and wisdom fail to satisfy. Both lead us to find the answer somewhere else.

The Test: Is Foolishness the Better Choice? (Ecclesiastes 2) Note: The illustrations in this sermon were mostly borrowed from Sermon Central Intro 1. This is the 100th anniversary of powered flight! It was 100 years ago that the Wright Brothers successfully flew the first airplane at Kitty ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26, Proverbs 14:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fail More: Embracing Love And Overcoming Fear Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 27, 2024

We shouldn't be afraid of failing as we follow Jesus on his way of love. Our life is about loving others, not seeking success or recognition for ourselves. We should take risks, love boldly, and not let the fear of failure stop us. Love never fails.

Hey guys! Today, we're diving into the book of Ephesians, specifically Ephesians 5:15-20. We're learning about walking in love, just like Jesus did. But here's the thing, walking in love isn't always easy, and sometimes we might mess up. But that's okay. In fact, today's message is all about how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, 1 Corinthians 13:8

Topics: Overcoming Fear, Jesus' Love, Spiritual Growth, Faith And Failure

I Do And I Don't Do Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 12, 2013

We have all either heard or asked the questions: Why did you do that? What were you thinking? Paul asked himself the same questions initially gave himself the same answer that we often give: I don't know! Why DO we keep making the same mistakes in

“I DO and I DON’T DO” Romans 7:14-25 We have all heard the question, and probably asked it far too often: “Why did you do that? What were you thinking?” A lot of times ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Everlasting Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores the unchanging, powerful, and promising nature of God's love, emphasizing that nothing can separate us from this divine affection.

Good morning, beloved congregation, it is indeed a blessing to gather today in the house of the Lord, to exalt His name and seek His wisdom. The world outside may be tumultuous, but here, in the quiet sanctuary of our faith, we find peace. We find solace. We find love. Ah, love. The very essence of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Topics: Love Of God, Never Fails

The Most Excellent Way

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 23, 2021

apostle Paul shows us that Love is the Most excellent way to be Christ-like. God's love is unconditional.

The Most Excellent Way 1 Cor. 13:1-8 Good Morning… My Men’s devotional reading kicks off our time together as he makes a statement worth hearing- deciding what we want seems easy when we are young… I want a beautiful wife, a college degree, I want a good job, I want a child. As these things come ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Is The Holy Bible The True Word Of God?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008

Today we’re going to talk for a little while on the many truths we have showing us that the Holy Bible is the True Word of God.

IS THE HOLY BIBLE THE TRUE WORD OF GOD? PS.119: 89 +140 +160 Today we’re going to talk for a little while on the many truths we have showing us that the Holy Bible is the True Word of God. There are many books today that claim to be the Word of God. The Koran, the Islam holy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89

Denomination: Baptist