Sermons on Faith Endurance:

Elijah Part One Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This is the first sermon in a series on Elijah.

I. Meet Elijah This morning we begin a sermon series entitled Elijah: The prophet of God. Over the next few weeks we are going to delve into the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah. Elijah is one of two men in the Bible who did not die. The Other being Enoch from the book of Genesis. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1

Denomination: Baptist

What Keeps The Believer From Sinking?

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002

The believer is reminded to keep his focus on the eternal promises of God.

Introduction: I could not imagine life without the promises of God. When faced with life’s most difficult times, we do well to look beyond the difficulty to the power of God. God promises will keep us afloat in the midst of the most inundating waters. We are kept afloat by the meditating on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Avoid Burnout

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2003

Even though many people do not like to admit it they are suffering from various levels of emotional, spiritual or mental burnout. When people lose their enthusiasm, excitement and energy in their work they tend to become bored thinking it may be time to t

How to Avoid Burnout Even though many people do not like to admit it they are suffering from various levels of emotional, spiritual or mental burnout. When people lose their enthusiasm, excitement and energy in their work they tend to become bored thinking it may be time to try another ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Factor Episode 2 Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 9, 2002

This was the second part of this message based loosely on Fear Factor the TV Show.

Did anyone catch Fear Factor this past Monday Night? The first stunt was kind of cool; the contestants had to jump out of a moving helicopter onto a barge full of cardboard boxes. That was neat, but two missed the barge and were disqualified, they didn¡¦t think it was so neat. The next thing was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Modern Day Tower Of Babel

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Jan 28, 2003

A fresh sermon aimed at helping people find direction and stay focussed on God.

A modern day tower of Babel, Genesis 11”1-9 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ November 17, 2002 My stepfather was the Bruce Mogg of my family. He was always telling stories about when he was a Kid and the trouble he used to get into. One time he told us a story about tying his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving The Devil Hell

Contributed by Lacell Sherman on Dec 8, 2000

A Lesson in how to defeat Satan by putting on the Whole Armor of God.

INTRODUCTION: As believers in Christ we are engaged In spiritual warfare, whether we want to be or not. We must learn how to equip ourselves to go into battle. Today we will not only learn what we need but we will learn how to defeat the enemy: 1) Remember where the true battle is. 2) Put on the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Goal Is To Press On To Claim The Prize Of The Calling Of Christ Jesus.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on Apr 1, 2001

As we press on to be like Christ, we should examine our lives and identify those things that tempt or lead us to temptation.

THE FIFTH SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF LENT, THE MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY THE 1ST OF APRIL, 2001 THE TEXT ARE: The LESSON:.....PHILIPPIANS 3: 12-14 PRAYER...MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGE SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL CHALLENGE THOSE WHO ARE ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

Lest We Drift

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 5, 2002

This is a warning, not from a God who wants to find fault, but from a God who has forgiven fault and desires to encourage and purify.

“For this reason we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For if the word spoken through angels proved unalterable, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompense, how shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation? After it was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Orthodox

What Salvation Means To Us

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 15, 2005

Here Jesus is telling us that we need not worry about the everyday functions of our life. God, all ready knows our need’s, and our wants. What we need to be worrying about is our own salvation

WHAT SALVATION MEANS TO US Sunday AM February 18, 2000 Matthew 6:25-34 25 “Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing? 26 “Look at the birds ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Church Of God

Staying On Course Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 1, 2003

To stay on course in the Christian life, don’t believe everything that calls itself Christian, ficus on Jesus, and remember Whose you are.

Staying On course I John 4:1-6 INTRO.: ILLUS.: Coming back from one of my first trips on a party boat out of Galveston, Texas, I noticed the deck hand come down from the cabin with a pair of binoculars and scan the shoreline. It was very dark and all we could see was lights along the shore. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessing Of A Willing Vessel

Contributed by Joyce Scott on Mar 22, 2003

Mary’s blessing came as a result of her willingness to be used of God. I’m convinced that it is not our "fullness" that attracts God, but our "emptiness". If you are willing to be used of God, and learn to be emptied of "self", then God will use you to d

THE BLESSING OF BEING A WILLING VESSEL LUKE 1:28-30 WHEN GABRIEL, GOD’S ANGELIC MESSENGER APPEARED TO MARY WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT HER RESPONSE REVEALED HER KEEN WILLINGNESS TO OBEY GOD. WHAT GOD’S WORD PROPOSED TO HER WAS EXTRAORDINARY AND UNUSUAL BUT UNIQUELY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

How God Uses Adversity For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003

Paul teaches us that “experiences” may come into our life so God can smooth off the rough edges off of our character. The Lord is in the process of fashioning us more into the image of Jesus Christ. He is the potter and we are the clay.

1. Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned when you come up against denials of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus cautioned people against being "good for nothing" because He wanted them to make an impact on their communities. Jesus said, "You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt loses its saltiness; how can it be made salty again?

Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless Illustration;Did you hear about the clever salesman who closed hundreds of sales with this line: "Let me show you something several of your neighbors said you couldn’t afford." Source Unknown. Let us present Christ as one who offers something no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Missed Opportunities

Contributed by James Capps on Dec 12, 2000

We miss out on the joy of the Lord when we don’t get out of Babylon because we think that’s all there is

Missed Opportunities Ezra 1:5-2:7 We all have opportunities come our way Choices are made on a daily basis Some of those choices are spiritual in nature In this story in Ezra we find the Jews facing a choice in regard to going back to their homeland A. The opportunity they were offered A. The ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Walking The Desert With Purpose

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Sep 6, 2001

Can there be a purpose to barren times in our Christian walk ? In this message we consider the example of Jesus as he triumphed in the desert of temptation.

Walking the desert with purpose Deserts are unfamiliar places to most, if not all, of us. The term applies to the regions of the earth characterised by less than 10" of ANNUAL rainfall. Daytime temperatures can be 55C(131F) in the shade dropping to freezing at night as the desert floor radiates ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal