Sermons on My Strength Faileth:

The Wheat And The Tares; Hypocrisy And Strength Through Humility.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 23, 2017

The parable of the wheat and the tares is not all about hypocrisy; it is also a gospel reading of atonement, full of strength through humility.

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 20th July 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). (This is a modification of a previous sermon for a larger congregation). Today's readings: Isaiah 44:6-8, Psalm 139: 1-11, 22-23, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Episcopal

Where Do You Get Your Strength?

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 5, 2008

This sermon looks at Asa’s miracle, and warns us to beware of starting strong and finishing weak.

I have used sermoncentral along with other resources in preparing this message. WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR STRENGTH? AUGUST 19, 2007 Jay Robison 2 CHRONICLES 14:11-13, 16:2-3, and 7-10 Have you ever wanted to just stay in bed? Sunday a.m. alarm rang, sleepy eyed man hit snooze Third time he did ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Futility Of Our Own Strength And The Supremacy Of His

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Aug 2, 2010

It is a hard fact to receive after all, that all God wants from us is to simply receive and believe in the actions He through Jesus have already accomplished. Will we accept his words or will we blindly ignore and forget His gift

Romans 3:20 For no person will be justified (made righteous, acquitted, and judged acceptable) in His sight by observing the works prescribed by the Law. For [the real function of] the Law is to make men recognize and be conscious of sin [not mere perception, but an acquaintance with sin which ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:20

Denomination: Foursquare

Proclamation Of God Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on May 20, 2003

In 2 Chronicles it states, "if my people who are called by my name". God’s name gives us the basis and strength for revival.

PROCLAMATION OF GOD Exodus 34:5-7 INTRO: Dr. J. Elder Cumming contended that “in almost every case the beginning of new blessing is a new revelation of the character of God—more beautiful, more wonderful, more precious.” - J. O. Sanders, Enjoying Intimacy with God, Moody, p. 14 Today I begin a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:5-7, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Finding Strength By Knowing The True Identity Of Jesus.

Contributed by Tim Yelchaninov on Dec 21, 2013

Often times, we struggle through our walk with God. We got tired, loose motivation, or fall into a habit for sin. We struggle when we loose sight of the true identity of Jesus, who He is and what He has accomplished for humanity, rediscover Jesus.

Christology sermon Introduction: Has anyone here been a track runner? I once ran for Heritage H.S and remember the rigorous training we went through as we prepared to run in competitions. We ran miles each day, and when it came time to compete, we would arrive and warm up, we would have our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Not By Might But By My Spirit

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 8, 2025

This sermon proclaims that God’s work in rebuilding His temple—and in strengthening His people today—is never accomplished by human effort but solely by the empowering, obstacle-flattening, hope-renewing work of the Holy Spirit.

Not by Might but by My Spirit Zechariah 4:1-9 Let’s begin with the remarkable story of how God’s people — weary from exile yet renewed by hope — rebuilt the house of the Lord. Because of their idolatry, moral corruption, and rejection of God’s prophets, the nation of Judah fell to ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Our Strength Grows Out Of Our Weaknesses

Contributed by Selvan John on Aug 22, 2008

If you are afraid about your weakness, here is the Word of God for you. Carry on with Jesus...

“Our strength grows out of our weaknesses” Ralph Waldo Emerson, I would like to start with this quote and boast about weakness. When we boast we always boast of our achievements and never in the slightest idea of boasting our weakness. We are scared to share that we are weak in some areas of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's My Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to persevere in doing good, persist in prayer, and find power in perseverance, promising God's reward in due time.

Hello, dear friends. It is always a joy to gather together in the company of fellow believers, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to immerse ourselves in the transformative power of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a new understanding, a new perspective ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Topics: Hold On

Sermon # 22 - Find Your Strength In God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 23, 2025

Through all the trial and hardships that came to David, he persevered because he found strength in the Lord and walked in His ways. If we too can recall God’s faithfulness and pray fervently, there will be nothing we need fear, because the Lord will stand by us to deliver us from all our troubles.

We read in Psalm 84:5, “Blessed is the man whose strength is in You; Your ways are in their hearts.” (LITV) We are blessed when God is our strength If one were to ask the question, ‘Who is a blessed person or one who is blessed by God?’ the answer can be found in the above mentioned verse. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:5, Habakkuk 3:19, Esther 4:14, Psalm 84:5-6, Psalm 34:1, 1 Samuel 30:3-4, 1 Samuel 30:6, Psalm 31:15, Acts 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Strength Beyond Self: Receiving The Power Of God

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Sep 29, 2025

In contrast to the self-reliant grit our culture so often advocates, this sermon’s ultimate goal is to highlight that true and lasting strength comes from allowing God's "power" to work in and through our human fragility.

Over the past several Sundays, we have been working through a sermon series on Paul’s letter to the early church in Philippi—a now ruined city in north east Greece. As we’ve worked through this series (which we are concluding today), we’ve seen how this little letter is overflowing with faith, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13, 2 Corinthians 4:6-10

Drawing Strength From God To Counter Conflicts

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 13, 2012

Conflicts are part of everyone's life. What is God's ways of dealing with them?

Drawing Strength from God to Manage Conflict Our this month’s theme is “Countering Conflict God’s Way”. The first thing that comes to mind when we think about this topic is the word conflict. Do we have conflicts in life? Wow!! What a question. Let me ask it in a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Well With My Soul

Contributed by Gerry Takaria on Jul 12, 2025

There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul."

"It Is Well with My Soul" Introduction There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul." This phrase, immortalized by Horatio Spafford after ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Lifter Of My Head

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 25, 2019

God encourages us in time of hurt, betrayal and depression.

Title: The Lifter of My Head Theme: To show how the Lord is a lifter of our heads in trouble. Text: Psalms 3: 1- 8 Psalms 3:1-8 (1) A Psalm of David When He Fled from Absalom His Son. LORD, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are they who rise up against me. (2) Many are they who say of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

As For Me And My House PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

Encourages Christians to foster faithfulness in their families, fortify their homes through service, and form a God-centered family, following Joshua's example.

Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a pleasure and a blessing to gather together in His name today. We are here, not by chance, but by the divine orchestration of our loving Father. And it is in this spirit of gratitude and reverence that we approach His holy word today. Our focus ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Topics: Strong Families

Great Messages Of Encouragement #2: Strength To The Weary

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 15, 2022

In Isaiah's day Judah was invaded by Assyria, threatened by Babylon and ridden with sin. And yet, Isaiah offers a wonderful message of encouragement: 'they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles.' How is that possible?

Last week we started a series on ‘Great Messages of Encouragement’ in Scripture. Today we’re going to look at a great message of encouragement in Isaiah. It’s at the end of Isaiah 40. Isaiah writes: “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist