Sermons on Falling In Pits:

Divided We Fall Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 13, 2014

1) The Plea for doctrinal agreement (1 Corinthians 1:10), 2) The Parties that were loyal to particular leaders (1 Corinthians 1:11–12), 3) The Principle of oneness in Christ (1 Corinthians 1:13), and 4) The Priority of preaching (1 Corinthians 1:14-17).

Tragically—though it is forbidden by God, is totally out of character with our redeemed natures, and is in complete opposition to everything our Lord prayed for and intended for His church—fighting does occur among believers, among those who are called to be one in the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Other

The Wicked Shall Fall

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 28, 2011

Everybody has spiritual enemies. If you say you do not have, then you must have dropped from heaven because Jesus Himself had and they hated Him and did not hide it. They would have killed Him before His time if not that He had a ministry to fulfil.

This week we are looking at a message entitled, “The wicked shall fall.” Psalms 27:2 says, "When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.” Here, the Bible is saying that the wicked shall stumble and fall. Sometime ago, a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life In The Pits -- A Near-Death Experience Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE LONELINESS OF BEING FORSAKEN BY GOD AND MAN MAKES LIFE IN THE PITS INTOLERABLE

BIG IDEA: THE LONELINESS OF BEING FORSAKEN BY GOD AND MAN MAKES LIFE IN THE PITS INTOLERABLE INTRODUCTION: This is the saddest psalm in the psalter; no glimmer of hope; for once we are left in the same state of despair as at the beginning of the psalm. We know God’s promise that He will never ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Out Of The Pit, On To The Rock, Singing A Song

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 12, 2002

If you’re not inclined to believe what I’m telling you about pits, just ask 9 Pennsylvania coal miners. Breaking through into an older mine, a powerful current of water was released, and the miners ran for their lives. Unable to outrun the rising water, t

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: If you’re not inclined to believe what I’m telling you about pits, just ask 9 Pennsylvania coal miners. Breaking through into an older mine, a powerful current of water was released, and the miners ran for their lives. Unable to outrun the rising water, they had to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Out Of The Pit, On To The Rock, Singing A Song

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

Sometimes we lose our song. The pressures of life, the pressures of family problems or the pressure of sickness snatch our song. And some morning we wake up and realize it has been awhile since I caught myself singing. I think the Psalmist found himself i

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: If you’re not inclined to believe what I’m telling you about pits, just ask 9 Pennsylvania coal miners. Breaking through into an older mine, a powerful current of water was released, and the miners ran for their lives. Unable to outrun the rising water, they had to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

A Pit,a Prison,a Palace Series

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 3, 2014

Many people are viewing the palace of life, forgetting the route. Anyone who wants to be great may see part of Joseph's experience. But at the end, the word of God must surely come to pass.

We see the journey of life by the experience of a young man, Joseph. He was a dreamer who re- write his family history and the whole covenant nation of Israel. Many people are viewing the palace of life, forgetting the route. Anyone who wants to be great may see part of Joseph's experience. But at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:23-24

Denomination: Anglican

Sweaty Arm Pits --- Personal Change

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 31, 2015

At some point in the leaders life there was a change, Moses' rod becomes the ROD OF GOD... Moses needed a team ... Aaron and Hur stood neath Moses' arm pits until a total victory came.

SWEATY ARM PITS?... COMPLETE VICTORY 7 WAYS TO HELP THE PREACHER ATTAIN THE MOVE OF GOD. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. TEXT: Exodus 17:12 But Moses hands were heavy; they took a stone, and put it under him, and he sat there upon; and Aaron and HUR STAYED UP HIS HANDS, the one on one side and the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Get Out Of The Pit Of Despair Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 23, 2022

Have you ever despaired? David did. We might hide our despair from others (Ps 73:15), but we still go through them.

Have you ever despaired? David did. We might hide our despair from others (Ps 73:15), but we still go through them. The Bible records the despairing occasions of great men & women... • To show us that they are made of the same stuff. • So that those in despair can identify with them and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Rescues From The Pit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Our God is not a passive observer of our pain; He is an active deliverer. He steps into the darkness and pulls us out with His mighty hand. The pits of life are not permanent residences for the children of God—they are only stages for divine intervention and transformation.

THE GOD WHO RESCUES FROM THE PIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 40:1-3 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 38:6-13; Daniel 6:16-23; Genesis 37:18-28; Lamentations 3:53-57; Psalm 103:4 INTRODUCTION: Life can sometimes feel like a pit—a place of darkness, helplessness, and isolation. Pits can be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Loaded - Pt. 3 - Benefit 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 13, 2014

We are instructed to give thanks. Some of us struggle to do that because we aren't sure that God has blessed us lately. Situations and circumstances cause us to wonder if God even deserves our thanks! The truth is that we are loaded

Loaded Pt. 3 - Benefit 3 I. Introduction We have been commanded repeatedly to be thankful. Over and over again gratitude is commanded because God is worthy. Because life can be difficult and not everything is always as planned it is necessary to remind ourselves of the benefits that we have due to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prisoners Of Hope

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 23, 2022

Jesus came to lift us out of the pit of the muck and mire of this world in which people are being held captive. Instead, we can be held captive by the hope of Jesus, who through His death and resurrection lifts us up to eternal life. This is why every believer in Jesus Christ is a Prisoner of Hope.

Prisoners of Hope Zechariah 9:11-12 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kb03VOm2EGM I’ve been looking lately at Scriptures that speak to the coming Messiah and the gospel message, and when I read the Scripture that I will be sharing today, it has the fullness of the gospel within it, but not ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:11-12, Psalm 40:2

Denomination: Foursquare

A Heart For The Lord

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 16, 2011

Do the so called transparent barriers that we construct between ourselves and God’s word provide enough safety from God’s wrath?

A Heart for the Lord Readings: Matthew 15:1-20 15:1-20pp -- Mk 7:1-23 1 Then some Pharisees and teachers of the law came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked, 2 "Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They don't wash their hands before they eat!" 3 Jesus replied, "And why do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fall Of King Saul

Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 19, 2001

The fall of King Saul could happen to us all.

INTRO: AMALEK & AMALEKITES The Amalekites were an ancient wandering tribe descended from Esau’s grandson Amalek <Gen. 36:12,16; 1 Chr. 1:36>. They roamed widely throughout the territory which was later later settled by the people of Israel. The primary region of the Amalekites was in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Spirit Falls

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 1, 2001

This is a Pentecost Sermon based on Acts 2 and 3. My wife and I preached it together.

"When The Spirit Falls" 9:30 5/30/93 Psam 20:1-8 Acts. 1:1-11 Text Acts 2 & 3 .ls2 RICK What happens when the Spirit falls. Turn with us in your Bibles to Acts chapter 2 starting at verse 1. Acts 2:1-4 When the day of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Divided We Fall

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

Church conflict dishonors the Lord and can do great damage to people's souls

RYAN: Oh, don't give me that, Andy! Anyone with half a brain knows that I am right. ANDY: Are you saying I am stupid? Listen, Ryan, you better take back what you said or I'll throw you halfway across the room! RYAN: Yeah? You and what army? ANDY: Don't get me mad, Ryan. These hands are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist