Sermons on Gods Delays:

Why Doesn't God Answer My Prayers?

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 23, 2020

We've prayed so long, so hard, without any results. There is great assurance that He hears every prayer. He has made everything beautiful in its time. The longer a prayer is delayed, the more perfect it will come forth at last. The deeper the silence, the louder the answer.

WHY DOESN'T GOD ANSWER MY PRAYERS? “So, I say to you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” (Luke 11:9) We've prayed so long and so hard without any results. There is great assurance that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:9, Psalm 18:6, 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Body Of Christ Today: Fighting A Delaying Action In Severe Testing

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 10, 2021

It feels like the battle of Hoth out here. We as the body of Christ are fighting a delaying action against the enemy, who appear to be advancing on all fronts. I feel the desperation. I sense the walls closing in.

It feels like the battle of Hoth out here. We as the body of Christ are fighting a delaying action against the enemy, who appear to be advancing on all fronts. I feel the desperation. I sense the walls closing in. The last year has burned like a cold fire in my heart. The battles have been many. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-5, Matthew 24:13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Instant Blockbusters Are No Good!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 25, 2012

Just ignore the flakier, crazier sections of people who look for instant blockbusters! Instant coffee may taste good but not success! Are you listening?

Instant blockbusters are no good! Exodus 7:1 “And the LORD said unto Moses, See, I have made thee a god to Pharaoh: and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet.” Just ignore the flakier, crazier sections of people who look for instant blockbusters! Instant coffee may taste good but not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Bother Jesus? Falling At Jesus'feet?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 10, 2021

Some of Jairus' friend carried terrible news... DON'T BOTHER JESUS... Then there was a Divine Delay? Jesus encourages us ONLY BELIEVE. Jesus seemed to be 4 days late for Mary and Martha?

FALLING AT JESUS’ FEET! vs DON’T BOTHER JESUS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ONE CANDLE CAN LIGHT 1,000… MY PASSION, ENTHUSIASM, EXCITEMENT, ZEAL COULD BE CONTAGIOUS AND I COULD IGNITE MANY FOR THE CROSS… My apathy, laziness, not caring can hurt many in my family and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Mark 5:22-35, John 11:13-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Stitch In Time

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 18, 2018

A quick obedience saves a lot of headaches.

A Stitch in Time PPT 1 Series Title The book of Judges might also be titled, “Heroes,” because it is a record of the men and women God used to rescue the children of Israel from the continual messes they found themselves in. The Judge was almost always a military leader, and an arbiter of legal ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Even 4 Days Of Tears Vs Even Now Faith

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 24, 2015

This dark storm does not have to sink our boats. Even now faith can overcome what seems to be a Divine Delay. This problem does not have to be a stumbling block, it can be stepping stone. never give up. Stingness can kill love.

EVEN FOUR DAYS OF TEARS? VS EVEN NOW FAITH... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com STINGNESS IS A NAIL IN THE COFFIN... STINGNESS IS A LOVE KILLER... I read a story by Reuters. He told about a 56 year old woman suing her husband for divorce. The reason for the divorce was listed as ...read more

Scripture: John 11:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Expending Patience Wisely

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 4, 2016

Patience is difficult for us all, but if we develop certain good habits, it makes a big difference. Often times patience simply means delaying anger or refusing to rush to a conclusion or action.

Expending Patience Wisely 1. Someone has contrasted the good and bad of patience, “Patience: The quality you admire in the driver behind you but can’t stand in the driver who’s in front of you.” 2. Someone else illustrated patience this way: “When you're being yelled ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Kung Bakit Ang Aming Panalangin Ay Hindi Sinasagot

Contributed by James Dina on Jun 18, 2021

Sumigaw ako sa Diyos at narinig niya ako, at dumalo sa tinig ng aking dalangin; Purihin ang Diyos, na hindi tumalikod sa aking dalangin, o ang Kanyang awa ay lumayo sa akin.

KUNG BAKIT ANG AMING PANALANGIN AY HINDI SINASAGOT "Sigaw ko sa iyo, at hindi mo ako naririnig: tumayo ako, at hindi mo ako tinuring" (Job 30:20) Nanalangin ako at sumigaw sa "Diyos na sumasagot sa panalangin" ngunit hindi Siya sumasagot; Siguro hindi niya ako narinig. Iyon ...read more

Scripture: Job 30:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Complete Your Work With Speed And Finality Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 12, 2018

God would not delay in answering your prayer or doing what He has said He will do for you

*DAY 9 OF 11TH HOUR FASTING* May the peace of the Lord be with you. Prayer Topic: *GOD COMPLETE YOUR WORK WITH SPEED AND FINALITY* Scripture: Romans 9:28 New International Version (NIV) 28 For the Lord will carry out     his sentence on earth with speed and finality.” Habakkuk 2:3 King James ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:28, Habakkuk 2:3

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Inalienable Rights

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE HAVE NO BUSINESS QUESTIONING GOD'S SOVEREIGN CHOICE IN SALVATION (EXERCISING HIS RIGHT TO SELECTIVELY FORGIVE SOME BUT TO CONDEMN MANY) 1.

WE HAVE NO BUSINESS QUESTIONING GOD'S SOVEREIGN CHOICE IN SALVATION (EXERCISING HIS RIGHT TO SELECTIVELY FORGIVE SOME BUT TO CONDEMN MANY) 1. (:14-18) Is God Unjust? Election Is Consistent With the Divine Character. God is always just, but salvation is mainly an issue of God's right to exercise ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Whom You Love Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 16, 2009

God would have us learn a lesson, which reaches far beyond the instance at hand, & casts light on many dark places. God’s delays are delays of love.

JOHN 11: 1-10 HE WHOM YOU LOVE We learn from verse 17 of this chapter that Lazarus had been dead four days when Christ reached Bethany. The distance from Bethany to the place Christ probably resided when He received the message was about a day’s journey. If we added to the two days on which He ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Waiting For?

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Nov 25, 2004

The delay to recieving from the Lord is often because we are waiting for God to do something when we should be doing something.

What Are You Waiting For? TEXT – Isaiah 40:31 There is not one place in the bible that tells you to wait for the Lord. It says wait upon the Lord. The revelation of the difference between waiting for the Lord and waiting upon the Lord is the attitude with which we wait. There is waiting and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Charismatic

The Blessing Blocker: But What God Has For You, Is Still Coming!

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jun 6, 2025

The devil may delay what God has declared—but he cannot deny it.

Text: Daniel 10:1–21 (Key Verses: 12–13) Here we have a glimpse into an Unseen War Daniel 10 pulls back the curtain on a reality many believers overlook: the spiritual realm is real, active, and contested. It reveals a world where angels and demons battle over nations, destinies, and divine ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21, Daniel 10:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Delay Doesn't Mean Denial And Trusting God's Perfect Timing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 24, 2025

The sermon encourages us to view delays as opportunities for growth, refinement, and preparation, rather than denial.

In today’s world where instant gratification is often expected, waiting can be one of the most challenging aspects of faith. However, biblical teachings remind us that delay doesn't necessarily mean denial. God's timing is often different from our own, and His plans unfold according to His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:10-14, 1 Samuel 1:12-17

Series: Limiting The Holy One Of Israel (Part 1 An Introduction - Can We Limit God's Move In Our Lives?)

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

God’s people actually ‘’limited the Holy One of Israel’’ by their sins and foolishness. So, can man or the church limit God's purpose & intention? Yes! Within the context of this psalm, we can, the same as Israel did.

SERIES: LIMITING THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL (PART 1 - AN INTRODUCTION - CAN WE LIMIT GOD'S MOVE IN OUR LIVES?) PSALM 78: 19 Yes, they murmured against God: They said, “Can God prepare a table in the wilderness? 20 Behold, He struck the rock, So that the waters gushed out, And the streams ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:19-43

Denomination: Charismatic