Sermons on Firm Principles:

Be Strong In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to trust in the Lord's strength and power to overcome life's challenges, standing firm in our faith and relying on His might rather than our own abilities.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a powerful message from the book of Ephesians, focusing on the power of the Lord, the necessity of standing firm in our faith, and the benefits of being strong in the Lord. Now, we all face challenges and battles in our lives, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Topics: Stand Strong, Lord

Getting Real With Your Friends Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 29, 2003

Jesus used the principle of understanding our weaknesses but trusting our possibilities in order to transform people-pleasers into persons of integrity, ambition into selfless commitment, and immaturity into responsibility.

History is full of stories of betrayal. Those who look like friends sometimes turn on you. Friendship means nothing to people who are bent on preserving privileges or feeding ambitions. Some of us have friends who would sell us for even less than Judas’ thirty pieces of silver if they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:37-42

Denomination: Baptist

Death Of A Nation

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 16, 2020

When God says, "Enough!" how shall His people respond? The response of God's people to the sinful drift of our nation should lead us to grieve for our fellow man and plead with them to turn to Christ and His righteousness.

“Righteous are you, O LORD, when I complain to you; yet I would plead my case before you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all who are treacherous thrive? You plant them, and they take root; they grow and produce fruit; you are near in their mouth and far from their heart. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

If I Am A Man Of God

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 31, 2020

I suppose the term "man of God" means different things to different people. However, we have the account of an individual who was called a "man of God" and commanded to respond to a king's command. Because he was a man of God, certain characteristics marked his life.

“After the death of Ahab, Moab rebelled against Israel. “Now Ahaziah fell through the lattice in his upper chamber in Samaria, and lay sick; so he sent messengers, telling them, ‘Go, inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron, whether I shall recover from this sickness.’ But the angel of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Faithful Until The End Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 2, 2025

The Christian journey is not a sprint but a marathon. It is a lifelong commitment that requires endurance, perseverance, and unwavering faith in God.

STAYING FAITHFUL UNTIL THE END By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 24:13 "But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved." Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Revelation 2:10, Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Galatians 6:9 INTRODUCTION The Christian journey ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13, 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting Down And Dirty Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 16, 2015

How do you fight to win against sin? There are at least 4 principles we need to know if we're going to overcome sin in our lives.

OPEN: One man told about the time, when he was a boy, that a bully used to demand his lunch money every day. He wrote: “Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. But then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons, but the instructor wanted $5 a lesson. That was a lot of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crises And Conflict

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013

The life of a leader is filled with challenges and crises. A spiritual leader should be able to navigate successfully through difficult and challenging times and should know how to stand firm when facing critical situations. Leadership ability can be test

Crises and Conflict Matthew 12:25-30 - But Jesus knew their thoughts, and said to them: “Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every city or house divided against itself will not stand. “If Satan casts out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Discernment In The Days Of Deception – A Spiritual Warning From Matthew 16:1-12 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 21, 2025

JESUS issues a warning, a spiritual alert to HIS disciples and for us today. A wake-up call to stand firm in sound doctrine, to test all things, and to hold fast to the truth of God's Word.

2025.06.22 Sermon Notes. DISCERNMENT in the DAYS of DECEPTION – A SPIRITUAL WARNING PART 1_ Matthew 16:1-12 WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC BIG IDEA: JESUS issues a warning, a spiritual alert to HIS disciples and for us today. A wake-up call to stand firm in sound doctrine, to test all things, and to hold ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-12, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:10-12, 1 Timothy 4:1, Matthew 24:24, 1 John 4:1, 1 John 4:3, Titus 1:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, Romans 12:2, Romans 10:9, John 14:6, Joshua 1:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of A Strong Foundation SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

In all aspects of life, the foundation is crucial. The stability and longevity of a building are determined by its foundation. This principle applies to everything we do or plan to do, emphasizing the importance of a solid foundation.

In everything we do, whether physically or spiritually, having a solid foundation is crucial. Just like a building needs a strong foundation to be stable and durable, our lives also require a firm foundation. The quality of our foundation determines the stability and success of our endeavors. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Topics: Jabez, Foundation

Freedom: Let It Ring Again!

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jul 5, 2008

Thomas Jefferson said, “Can the liberties of a nation be thought secure, when we have removed their only firm basis - a conviction in the minds of the people that these liberties are the gift of God?” Learn how important freedom is as a gift from God t

Erma Bombeck – “You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy, and the flies die ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:10

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Not Forget

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 28, 2009

Taking principles from the prodigal son and comparing them to our nation, we can see that our nation’s culture has been taken for granted.

Let Us Not Forget Luke 15:11-24 * The story of the “Prodigal Son” has reached legendary status. Almost every person (believer or unbeliever) can give a general storyline. Let’s see if we can simplify it. A man had two sons. The older one was a hard working boy who understood and accepted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Kickin' Up Our Identity

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Sep 8, 2008

An enthusiastic re-clarifying of our vision as a Biblical Church honoring Christ. Based on biblical principles for all assemblies of Christ-followers and thus applicable for all churches.

KICKIN’ UP OUR IDENTITY Perth Bible Church, September 7, 2008 AM Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Many years ago there was an ad in the Available and Wanted section (of a Tucumcari, New Mexico paper): “Marriage minded man with one hundred fifty irrigated acres of farmland seeks marriage ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Chose You To Be Saved

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 27, 2006

End Times 3 / Saints Triumphant(C) - God chose you to be saved, therefore: We stand firm in God’s teachings, and; we can pray with faithful confidence.

GOD CHOSE YOU TO BE SAVED November 19, 2006 END TIME 3 / SAINTS TRIUMPHANT 2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5 * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ: As you heard these words of our text, you probably already picked up ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Absolutely Convinced

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Dec 7, 2009

What are you absolutely convinced of? In an ever changing world God is calling together a church that is standing firm, walking in faith. Only those who are convinced of who He is will stand.

What are you absolutely convinced of? Some people would say death and taxes; others would say love maybe family, but happens to absolutes when nothing seems to be going right? Inevitably something will come in everyone’s life that will shake him or her to the core, causing him or her to question ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-24

Make A Stand Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on May 14, 2007

As representatives of Christ, we must a) Stand Firm b) Stand in Faith and c) Stand with Pride. Just as Christ suffered, we must realize the privilege of suffering on His behalf!

INTRODUCTION A. Book of Philippians 1. Paul in Chains – realized that his chains were for the ‘defense of the gospel’ B. Introduction Thus Far 1. Paul’s testimony was causing others to “Preach” a. Good Motives out of “Love” b. Poor Motives out of “Insincerity, Selfish Ambition, Trouble” 2. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist