Sermons on Loyalty:

Let Us Not Become Weary

Contributed by Mike Sanders on Dec 21, 2013

Do not become weary boy see yourself as God sees you!

Galatians 6:9 (NIV) 9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 (AMP) 9 And let us not lose heart and grow weary and faint in acting nobly and doing right, for in due time and at the appointed season we shall reap, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Means All

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on May 23, 2019

This sermon on breaking down draws its primary illustration from Dr. Seuss's story "The Sneetches". This story was read to the children and congregation during the Children's Sermon immediately prior to the sermon.

All Means All Acts 11:1-18 Tribalism is defined as the state or fact of being organized in a tribe or tribes and the resulting behaviors and attitudes that stem from loyalty to this tribe. On the surface, that doesn’t sound too bad. Human beings naturally migrate into groups of like-minded ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Challenge Sermon Viii: Christian Duty Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 15, 2020

In times like these, when many folks have been sidetracked by political controversies and criminal behaviors, mature Christians stay on the track of dual citizenship - prioritizing their status as citizen's of the Kingdom of God.

CHRISTIAN DUTY ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Don't Get Blind Sided Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on May 31, 2022

If you've ever said, "I didn't see that coming," you've been blind-sided. It happens to churches, too.

Blind Sided lanny smith Seven / Pergamum / Revelation 2:12–17   Intro: • Hit from the blind side [IMAGE]. • Generally, to attack or hit from an unexpected direction or from an area that is unprepared. • Well known as a football term to describe the left tackle for a right-handed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Ephesians 6:17, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 10:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whose Password Or Username Are You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon encourages self-reflection on our actions, choices, and motivations, emphasizing the importance of serving God and establishing a good character for our destiny.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and gratitude. As we gather together under the glorious banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, I am reminded of the immense beauty found in fellowship, in unity, and in shared faith. We are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:23, Matthew 6:24, Joshua 24:15, Romans 6:16

Topics: Wisdom, Choice, Servitude

Justice And Redemption Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025

This is the 4th Sermon from the Book of Ruth Series, "Faithfulness In A Fallen Land".

Series: Faithfulness In A Fallen Land [#4] JUSTICE AND REDEMPTION Ruth 4:1-22 Introduction: In this part of the story, we see how God's justice and His kindness work together. The story of Ruth, Boaz, and the kinsman-redeemer shows us that God cares about doing what is right, being kind, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Is Counting On You

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

We have a responsibility to run the race God has called us to. All of Heaven is counting on us and rooting us on.

n We are being rooted on by the hosts of heaven that have gone on before us. n It is our duty to continue and finish what they started. n The baton has been passed to you and me. How do we accomplish this? 1. PRACTICE (1 Corinthians 9:25) * Lay aside the weight—“weight”=mass, burden, hindrance ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Only In Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 12, 2022

Progress became a secular god, a new form of hope for secular man in the 19th century, a progress that would lead to freedom. It was not to be.

Monday of 2nd Week in Lent The call of Jesus in Matthew, which we heard at Mass on Saturday, was to “be perfect, as the heavenly Father.” In Luke’s redaction we heard today, the call is to “be merciful, as the heavenly Father.” If we understand that the root meaning of perfection is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-38, Daniel 9:4-10

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus And Women Disciples Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 12, 2024

A common misconception is that Jesus never chose women as disciples.

A common misconception is that Jesus never chose women as disciples. However, this assumption is far from the truth. While the Twelve Apostles were men, Jesus' ministry was inclusive, and women played a vital role. Let's explore biblical examples that demonstrate Jesus' heart for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, Luke 10:38-42

Smyrna

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Jun 20, 2002

The message to the Church at Smyrna 4 Commendations

Rev. 2:8-11 The church was commended for 4 things 1. They stood strong under terrible tribulation (thlipsin) = crushing affliction -They were faithful to Christ despite all the ridicule, mockery, abuse, cursing, loss of property, possible imprisonment and martyrdom. -Ways of martyrdom o Prison ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Leadership Series

Contributed by Ricky Sinclair on Feb 19, 2013

We must never forget that the greatest model for leadership always comes from the life of God.

We must never forget that the greatest model for leadership always comes from the life of God. I. Influence a. Leadership is influencing or guiding others to success and safety. b. The Lord influences us as He is our Shepherd (leader). c. We are our Shepherd’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: *other

Finding Hope In Hard Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Naomi's story teaches us that even in the face of immense suffering and adversity, God's goodness, kindness, and mercy prevail.

The book of Ruth takes us back to a time when judges ruled in Israel, around 1200 B.C. It is often regarded as one of the greatest love stories ever written. Today, we will explore the lessons we can learn from the story of Ruth and Naomi. Naomi's decision to leave Bethlehem during the famine was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Topics: Naomi And Ruth, Overcoming Adversity

Chosen Strangers - 1 Peter 1:1-2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 21, 2024

Peter is so eager to establish our identity (because it is the basis for so much of what he says in the book), he blurts it out before he even gets to the greeting.

1 Peter 1:1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect, strangers [in the world], scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2 [chosen] according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

God's Offer (Exodus 23:20-33; Jude 5) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 2, 2023

God's been setting up the framework for a new covenant with Israel. Having described what it means to obey God (Exodus 19:5), God now unpacks his offer-- What will God do for his people?

The past several weeks, while working through the Book of the Covenant in Exodus, we've seen God set out his expectations for how his people will live toward him, and toward each other. Some of these expectations have been straightforward rules. God has specific do's and don'ts for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-33, 1 John 3:21-24, Romans 12:1-2, Jude 1:5

The Power Of Commitment

Contributed by Peter Toy on Apr 17, 2018

The introductory sermon on a series on the book of Ruth. The outline is: 1. Follow God, not food. 2. Don’t blame God for our bad choices. 3. Our life can change lives. 4. When we commit ourselves to God, He commits Himself to us.

The Beauty of Commitment - Ruth 1:1-22 BTBC - April 21, 2013 There is power in commitment. Let me show you a short video clip from the movie, “The Fellowship of the Rings” (show video). What did you think of Sam when you saw that video clip? Weren’t you impressed? Didn’t you wish you had a friend ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist