Sermons on Holding Firmly:

Holding Hands In The Church

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 31, 2020

When it comes to the church, church growth is naturally related to church health. Healthy churches, like healthy people, must grow.

When it comes to the church, church growth is naturally related to church health. Healthy churches, like healthy people, must grow. In his book, The Purpose Driven Church, Pastor Rick Warren says that if our church is healthy, attendance will be the least of our problems. He writes that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Holding Unto Christmas

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 24, 2023

Preparing for Christmas is time consuming and you have to be careful not to miss Christmas preparing for Christmas.

Holding unto Christmas Luke 2:1-7 Introduction- Welcome online listeners We are going to begin a series today called Holding unto Christmas. It will run through the Advent season. Preparing for Christmas is a time consuming process. You have to make time to buy presents, attend dinners, work ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Hold Fast To The Lord

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 9, 2021

There are some commands in the Bible that instruct us to "hold fast to" ... We each have things we "hold fast to". Are they Biblical or are they worldly?

Hold Fast To The LORD Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:9-12 “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9-12, Isaiah 56:3-7, Deuteronomy 23:1-3, Revelation 12:17, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Joshua 23:8, Joshua 22:5, Deuteronomy 13:4, Deuteronomy 11:22-23, Ruth 1:15-17, Isaiah 56:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Hold On Good Solider

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Mar 25, 2023

Be a Good Soldier for the Lord

First, let me inform you of something you may already know. And that is there’s a war going on, and you and I have been enlisted to serve on the front lines.   This wasn’t a draft. You didn’t have to register for the Selective Service. No, this "Army" isn’t a volunteer militia. You ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Take Hold Of Life Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on May 12, 2023

Press on to the goal. Life in you. In each one of Paul's letters, you will read the revelation he received. Christ is your life. it is a gift from God. Our inheritance. Lay hold of the incorruptible seed. Do not give up.

I love running and have run many different races in my life. The Comrades 90km race has probably been the most memorable race of my life. No matter what race you run you get to a point in the race where it becomes very tough and you have to tell your body to endure and ignore the pain. You know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, Romans 8:18-25, 1 Corinthians 15:53-54, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Psalm 103:2-5  (view more)  (view less)

Sermon On A Holding Pen

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 12, 2024

A Holding Pen is defined as a temporary enclosure for confining livestock or pets, but it can also appertain to life.

Henry Miller, an American novelist and short story writer once remarked: “The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself.” Romans 12:2 reminds us: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 13:21, Zephaniah 2:14, Job 30:7, Jeremiah 33:12

The Danger Of Holding Grudges

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

This message highlights the severe consequences of holding grudges while encouraging forgiveness and reconciliation.

THE DANGER OF HOLDING GRUDGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 6:14-15, Hebrews 12:14-15, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs 19:11, Romans 12:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hold Fast To The Truth Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 14, 2025

Paul wrote to enlighten the believers who were in the midst of confusion. We learn to be discerning, to love the truth, and to contend for the faith.

2 Thess 2:1-5 Hold Fast to the Truth 2 Thess 2:1-3a 1 Now concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered together to Him, we ask you, brothers, 2 not to be quickly shaken in mind or alarmed, either by a spirit or a spoken word, or a letter seeming to be from us, to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 1 John 2:18, 1 John 4:1-3, Matthew 24:10-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hold Them Up

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 19, 2025

This is a Pastors' Appreciation Service Sermon that encourages us to hold our Ministers up.

HOLD THEM UP Exodus 17:8-13 Introduction: On this Pastors’ Appreciation Service, I am reminded of an article I read about the “Perfect Pastor”. The perfect Pastor… * Preaches exactly 10 minutes. The perfect Pastor… * Condemns sin but never hurts anyone’s feelings. The perfect Pastor… * Works ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Holding The High Ground PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To understand the spiritual war believers are engaged in and the importance of putting on the full armor of God to stand firm against the forces of evil.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a topic that's critical for every believer to understand - the spiritual war we're engaged in every day. This isn't a battle with physical weapons or soldiers, but a fight against spiritual forces of evil. Sounds intense, doesn't it? But don't ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Topics: High Ground, Relationships

Hold Your Position PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to endure hardships, remain faithful to God's call, and equip themselves for Kingdom living, drawing inspiration from the life of a soldier and an athlete as depicted in 2 Timothy 2:3-5.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I tell you, there are few things as comforting as the fellowship of believers, and I am truly blessed to be standing here with you all today. We are here today to dive into God’s Word, specifically 2 Timothy 2:3-5, where we will explore enduring in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-5

Topics: Positioned

Taking Hold Of The Promise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2025

God invites us to courageously step into His promises, trusting His faithfulness and love, rather than hesitating in fear or doubt.

Have you ever stood on a threshold with your hand on the knob, heart racing, knowing there’s goodness inside but still hesitating to step in? Maybe it’s a fresh calling, a new season, a second chance. Maybe it’s peace after a long storm, or hope after a hard night. God brings us to thresholds. He ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:8

Topics: Perseverance, Resilience

Stand Fast And Hold On.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 11, 2022

Let no man deceive you.

STAND FAST AND HOLD ON. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17. The church of the Thessalonians had heard a rumour concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and our being gathered together to Him (2 Thessalonians 2:1). There were those who taught that “the day of Christ” was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing In The Shadow Of The Man Of God

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

People need to stand with their Pastor!

EXO.17:9-13 "STANDING IN THE SHADOW OF THE MAN OF GOD" A) Israel had just crossed the Red Sea on a journey that should have taken from 11-14 days. * They should have been crossed over Jordan in Canaan Land and inherited the presence and promises of God! * A journey that should have taken less ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Hold Fast The Profession Of Your Faith

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

Hold on tight to your faith

Page 1 of 7 Hold Fast Your Profession of Faith 8/12/2012 Hold Fast Your Profession of Faith Heb 10:22 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance [ entire confidence] of faith, having our hearts [thoughts feeling mind] sprinkled from an evil [ill, that is, diseased; but especially ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal