Sermons on Failure Not Final:

Saul/Paul: The Consummate Legalist Finally Gains Perfection Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 19, 2023

Law keeping begins with a head issue, and following Christ begins with a heart issue.

A. SAUL’S LAW KEEPING WAS IMPERFECT 1. He was a flawed law keeper (Philippians 3:4-6). 2. He hated Christ and persecuted Christians. “Saul was consenting to his (Stephen) death … great persecution against the church … went from house to house … throwing them into prison” (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-2, Romans 7:19

Denomination: Baptist

9. The Grand Finale And The Great Turn (Romans 3:9-24) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 14, 2022

Paul concludes his section on the wrath of God, and then speaks two of the greatest words in Scripture: "BUT NOW"

Today is an exciting day! We have been talking about the wrath of God for about nine weeks now. And it’s been HEAVY! And so today, as we follow our outline through the book of Romans, remember that the overall theme is established in Romans 1:16-17, especially verse 17 In the gospel, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-26

Denomination: Baptist

Saul/Paul: The Consummate Legalist Finally Gains Perfection Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

Our new power and passion is Christ.

A. SAUL’S LAW KEEPING WAS IMPERFECT 1. He was a flawed law keeper (Philippians 3:4-6). 2. He hated Christ and persecuted Christians. “Saul was consenting to his (Stephen) death … great persecution against the church … went from house to house … throwing them into prison” (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Abraham, Part 17: The Lord's Final Words To Abraham Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 18, 2014

This is the conclusion to the series on Abraham called "The Life of Abraham". This sums the study up

The Life of Abraham, Part 17: The LORD’s final Words to Abraham Genesis 22:15-19 Introduction In the last passage we were left on the mountaintop, spellbound by the rapid turn of events. What had looked like an awful death for Isaac turned out to be supreme joy when the LORD intervened with the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:15-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Carry Over

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 23, 2025

This message reveals God’s power to end long-standing battles, break recurring cycles, and ensure that nothing evil follows you into your next season.

NO CARRY OVER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:10-13 Key Verse: “For the Egyptians whom ye have seen today, ye shall see them again no more for ever.” — Exodus 14:13 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 7:15; Matthew 11:28-30; Isaiah 43:18-19; Nahum 1:9 Description: INTRODUCTION Life ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Diagnosing Your Heartburn

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 10, 2009

All of us get "heartburn" feelings over the questions "What is our world coming to?" and "What do I do with my life?". The risen Lord gives us better answers than we are able to develop on our own.

"Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road?" Every now and then, when you’re tired, or you’ve worked too hard, or there’s been a lot of stress ... every now and then, do you get a strange, tight feeling in the chest? Do you sometimes feel peculiar, a little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Path To Victory Pt. 2 Moses Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Mar 9, 2025

The Challenge of Obedience Have you ever felt like you’ve made too many mistakes for God to use you? Have you ever felt disqualified by past failures?

The Path To Victory. Pt.2 Moses Key Character: Moses Main Theme: God’s call remains even when we fail—His redemption restores us to His purpose. Introduction: The Challenge of Obedience • Opening Thought: Have you ever felt like you’ve made too many mistakes for God to use you? Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Cowards In Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Heaven is for heroes only, so there will be no cowards in heaven. All cowards will be cast into the lake of fire which is the second and final death. They played it safe and took no risks for Christ, and like all safety first people, they end up as total failures.

On January 18, 1912 Captain Robert F. Scott and four companions at last reached the South Pole only to discover that they had been beaten by another explorer named Amundsen. It was a terrible disappointment, for they had gone through unbelievable hardships to get there. The return journey was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:7-8

When Effort Ends: Accessing Your 11th Hour Favor

Contributed by Rev Emmanuel O. Adejugbe on Dec 15, 2025

The "11th Hour" is the moment of maximum pressure, where the impossible seems completely locked in, and failure feels absolutely inevitable. It’s when our human effort and resources have finally run out

We are talking about 11th-Hour Miracles: those sudden, decisive breakthroughs in your business or career that defy the clock, human logic, and the odds. I.The Heavy Weight of the 11th Hour Friends, let's get real for a moment. Have you ever felt that sinking, anxious feeling? The business ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16, Acts 12:6-7, Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Marks Of A True Christian

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 19, 2013

Marks that show a true Christian.

MARKS OF A TRUE CHRISTIAN The best authority on marks of a christian would the apostle Paul. The roman beating alone accounts for 195 scars. Not counting 3 beatings with rods at Lystra . These left marks of his faithfulness to the believer untill his death. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason For Joseph’s Greatness.

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Jul 5, 2020

Joseph was a great man not only when he finally became second in command in Egypt. It was also not because he overcome all odds to become a powerful man. But because he is the same person throughout his life whether he was a slave, a prisoner or a governor. He was a man who trust in the Lord.

Many people find the story of Joseph in Genesis to be very inspiring. Why is that so? There are many who are inspired by his faith to believe and trust God. Most probably, many people have experienced similar treatments, hurts, betrayal, injustice which he had gone through. When Joseph was in ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Necessity Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Ryan Davis on Sep 22, 2005

Why a failure to be thankfull is such a sin.

The Necessity of Thanksgiving 2 Timothy 3 1. This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come (Perilous: dangerous). 2. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3. Without natural ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Samson - Picking Up The Pieces Series

Contributed by Bob Groves on Apr 11, 2002

Dealing with restoration after failures.

Today – A message of Hope...Restoration...Coming Back... About – Regrets...Failure...Mistakes... Not just 1 or 2 little ones – LIFE of them... OR Many Over & Over & Over... PRAY Today – A Life in the Bible that in 1 – Not Only of Regrets or Failures... A LIFE that was Literally From ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32, Judges 13:1-5, Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Unbelief

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 23, 2019

Unbelief leads to Spiritual Failure.

THE POWER OF UNBELIEF MARK 9:24 1. INTRODUCTION. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE BLESSINGS, GRACE, AND POWER OF GOD, ONE MUST HAVE FAITH IN GOD, IN ORDER TO BE THE RECIPIENTS OF THE BLESSINGS THAT HE WANTS TO BESTOW. WHERE THERE IS NO FAITH, THERE WILL BE NO POWER, DELIVERANCE OR HEALING. THE BIBLE IS ON ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:24

Denomination: Baptist

Burning Bushes And Second Chances Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 8, 2011

This sermon spends time at the burning bush and discusses the fact that failure doesn't disqualify us from God's service.

Introduction: A. Maybe you have heard the story of the day that President George W. Bush was in an airport and noticed a man in a long flowing red robe with a long flowing white hair and beard. 1. The man had a staff in one hand and some stone tablets under the other arm. 2. George W. approached ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ