Sermons on Moral Failure:

Crying Wolf Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007

This sermon explores the high calling of Christian honesty and the consequences of failure to adhere this standard.

Crying Wolf Matt. 5:33-37 5/27/07 PSCOC Introduction: Ed Harris story. Last week I traveled to Austin for a seminar. As we were waiting for our bags to arrive you just won’t believe who we saw walking out of the bathroom, but I promise you it was none other than Ed Harris. I swear he wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Patience Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 30, 2007

The reason of failures in Storms is lack of Patience. What does Bible patience mean?

Standing In the Storm #6 PATIENCE There is a parable in Matt.7 about two houses. One is built on a rock and another was built on sand. This is a great lesson about the way ALL PEOPLE face storms in life. One house stood while the other fell. This is the way people do when faced with all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15, Matthew 7:24-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Scandal Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Sep 30, 2008

God delivers his people from the failure of self-sufficiency by the work of Messiah.

Scripture Introduction We enter an “inner sanctuary” when we open our Bibles to John 13. J. C. Ryle: “In every age the contents of these chapters have been justly regarded as one of the most precious parts of the Bible. They have been the meat and drink, the strength and comfort of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rising Above The Rubble

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 28, 2008

Take the first step in rising above the rubble of failure, disappoint, discouragement, and defeat.

(To open this sermon I showed a picture of the rubble from 9-11. I stated “The rubble from 9-11 or any catastrophe is not a pretty sight. Maneuvering through rubble is not easy. However, the good news is that we can rise above the rubble. All of us have or will have rubble in our lives. There is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Succeeding Where Others Fail

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 21, 2012

We're all Success Junkies to some degree! Remember Failure is not Forever!

SUCCEEDING WHERE OTHERS FAIL II Timothy 4:7 I like to succeed at things. I like to accomplish things. I think we’re made that way. We’re made to ACCOMPLISH THINGS! I believe without a shadow of a doubt that God made us to ACCOMPLISH! God told Adam & Eve in Genesis 9:7 to go forth & ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Truth About The Road Back To Canaan Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 28, 2009

I am glad to report to you that no failure need be permanent in the walk of faith!

Abraham: Following In the Footsteps of Faith THE TRUTH ABOUT THE ROAD BACK TO CANAAN Genesis 13:1-4 Intro: In Genesis 12:10-20, Abram is seen leaving Canaan (The Promised Land) during a time of famine to go to Egypt (a picture of the world). We are told that to get to Egypt from Canaan, Abram had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Ain't Easy Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2015

In this sermon, we explore some myths that can lead our marriage to failure.

Introduction: A. There’s an old joke that goes like this: “Do you know what are the most difficult years of marriage?” 1. Answer: “The ones following the wedding!” 2. Once when I was looking through my card file for material on marriage, I had to laugh when I noticed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deliverance From Faulty Foundation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 12, 2025

When the foundation is faulty, progress is hindered, success is delayed, and cycles of failure persist.

DELIVERANCE FROM FAULTY FOUNDATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 11:3 – “If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?” Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 13:14, Matthew 7:24-27, 1 Corinthians 3:11, Isaiah 58:12, Luke 6:48-49 INTRODUCTION: Every building stands or falls based on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:3, Ezekiel 13:14, Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Failure Not Final Sermon Iv: God Never Fails To Answer A Mother's Prayer Or Ours Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

When taking our failures to the Lord in prayer, we need to understand that God's delays in answering our prayers are not denials. God is greater than our circumstances and always answers according to what's best for us.

GOD NEVER FAILS TO ANSWER A MOTHER’S PRAYERS – NO DOUBT ABOUT IT Jeanne Olsen, a mother of five, took her nine-year-old daughter Kirsten out for a mother-daughter breakfast. While they were eating, the mom took a chance by asking her daughter, “How do you think ...read more

Open Doors Of Opportunity Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 11, 2016

The Bible gives truths to help us discern God's will for us. Yes, we are to live by faith. However, our faith is to be based from Biblical truths that are eternal.

Title: Open Doors of Opportunity Theme: God Does Not Contradict His Word Series: Three Foundational Truths to Grasping Gods Will Introduction: The greatest frustration to many people is the inability to determine God's will for them. Many find themselves in circumstances which are unpleasing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sloth Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 6, 2021

Sloth is not just a slow animal on Zootopia, but is the failure to be good STEWARDS of the opportunities and blessings God gives us -- it's the failure of a LIFE, That's why it's listed as one of the Seven Deadly Sins.

Summer of Sin #3 SLOTH INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Kids Can Sure Get the Wrong Idea 1. There was a boy who was lazy and couldn’t wake up early. His mom wanted to teach him a lesson about the benefits of waking up early. She said: “Son, I’m going to tell you a story and then I want you to tell me what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:30-32, Proverbs 6:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ordinance Of Headship And Submission

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on Sep 23, 2003

Success or failure in husband/wife, parent/child, pastor/congregation, relationships depend on the observance of this ordinance.

The Ordinance of Headship and Submission Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16 The meaning of “Ordinance” "Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you." 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living A Life Of Self-Control Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

Self-control is one of the most vital virtues for every believer who desires to live a victorious Christian life. It is the ability to restrain oneself from sinful desires, harmful habits, and impulsive reactions.

LIVING A LIFE OF SELF-CONTROL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Titus 2:11-12 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Proverbs 25:28, 2 Peter 1:5-7, Romans 8:13 INTRODUCTION: Self-control is one of the most vital virtues for every believer who desires to live a victorious ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Samson Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

A muscle man with a weakness for the ladies. Samson is Israel's final, most dramatic, and most violent judge. Samson broke vows, married outside of the people of Israel twice, and functioned as a fallen leader.

Text: Judges 13-16 Theme: Samson and Israel Part 1 Introduction: Now we will concentrate on the character of Samson. A muscle man with a weakness for the ladies. Samson is Israel's final, most dramatic, and most violent judge. Samson broke vows, married outside of the people of Israel ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Moment Of Truth (Whose Line Is It?) Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 23, 2003

Pilate questioned Jesus’ version truth, but he’s not the only one who ever questioned "truth?" What lay at the heart of his objections is the same reason many reject truth today.

OPEN: Two psychiatrists were at a convention. As they visiting, one asked, "What was your most difficult case?" The other replied, "I had a patient who lived in a pure fantasy world. He believed that an uncle in South America was going to die and leave him a fortune. All day long he waited for a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ