Sermons on Never Quitting:

The Messiah Is Coming - What Do We Do?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 5, 2018

This sermon focuses on John's message of repentance. John answers the question - What do we do after we have repented and while we wait for the coming of the Messiah (First for them - Second for us)? John gives us some practical advice.

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Luke 3:7-18 Theme: 3rd Sunday of Advent - Prepare the Way Title: The Messiah Is Coming - What Do We Do? This sermon focuses on John's message of repentance. What do we do after we have repented and while we wait for the coming of the Messiah (First for them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18, Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Forgiveness Makes Me Shudder . . . Then I Smile

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Nov 24, 2001

Christians need to realize that they are forgiven to an extent beyond what they can imagine, a realization that is a bit frightening but which also overwhelms us once again with grace.

Forgiveness Makes Me Shudder . . . Then I Smile / Luke 23:33-43 Proper 29, Year C; Downsville Baptist Church; 25 November 2001 November 25th 2001, the last day of the church year. Next Sunday we begin a new year. Once again we begin anticipating the reception of God’s promise of Immanuel, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

"Catfish, Ham Sandwiches, And Sinners"

Contributed by C.j. Moffett on Aug 20, 2003

What do these 3 things have in common? Maybe Jesus changes more than just menus!

(To appreciate much of this sermon, it would help to understand who I am and where I preach~~I am a born and bred New Yorker preaching in a deep South/Bible Belt congregation, hence there is a bit of a culture and perspective shift) --Illus: His name is Leroy ’Lee Lee’ Chauvin. He’s a man in his ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:43-47, Acts 10:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Gave Me An Acorn? Divine Appointments!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 24, 2008

I asked God for finished lumber, and God gave me an acorn? I can’t wait God? I need the lumber NOW! GOD SAYS: I have a divine appointment set for you!

GOD GAVE ME AN ACORN? DIVINE APPOINTMENTS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I ask God for 2 x 6’s, and HE GAVE ME AN ACORN AND SAID, PLANT IT AND LEARN TO TRUST ME ... I said I don’t want to wait that long? I. HAVE YOU EVER DREADED AN APPOINTMENT? A. APPOINTMENT: To assign, fix, set, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Victory In Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 14, 2008

Paul’s wonderful theological truths on the Victorious Christian Life

VICTORY OVER SIN ROM. 6:1-5 Three buddies were discussing death and one asked the group: “What would you like people to say about you at your funeral?” One said: “He was a great humanitarian, who cared about his community.” Another said: “He was a great husband and father, who was an example for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-5

God Is From Everlasting To Everlasting Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 6, 2013

Because God is God and is from everlasting to everlasting, meaning He has no end, here is what takes place on earth. 1- God determines our days on earth 2- God sees all our secret sins 3- God demonstrates compassion on His servants

INTRO.- Nothing lasts forever. When and where have you heard that statement? There are novels, films and songs by that name. And many people subscribe to that idea in life. It’s like the old saying, “You only go ‘round once in life so grab all the gusto you can.” Someone said it this way: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-10, Psalm 90:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Soul Fatigue

Contributed by Gaylon Clark on Nov 12, 2012

You will learn the dangers of soul fatigue and reliable sources of energy from God’s Word.

Soul Fatigue Galatians 6:7-10 A Fatigue to Avoid From most forms of fatigue we cannot escape. • Physical fatigue is a daily reality. • Mental fatigue consistently visits those who know real life requires reflection. • Emotional fatigue invades our inner world when life becomes too heavy. But ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Me?

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011

Do not allow the enemy to trap you in the “why me?” Just remember who you are.

If you remember, last week I mentioned that on occasions the believers tend to fall in the enemy’s trap; on occasions, the believer tends to fall in the trap of self pity, which in almost all instances causes them to deviate from God’s path. This was certainly the case with the prophet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:2-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

According To Jim - Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 14, 2010

Advice from a friend . . . it can be extremely helpful and life changing if listened to and applied. Jim has a lot to teach us.

According to Jim Pt. 2 Introduction Practical advice for practical living! Wisdom that we often fail to apply or live out and therefore we pay the price. Let’s listen and learn! James 2:1-9 1My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, don’t show favoritism. 2Suppose a man comes ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Battlefield Of Truth Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 19, 2010

If we’re going to save ourselves and our churches from moral ruin, then we must preach, practice, and persevere in God’s Word.

Several years ago, Art Linkletter had a TV show where he would interview children about various subjects, and those children would say “some of the darndest things,” as the name of the show suggested. There was humor in their statements and sometimes quite a bit of wisdom. Well, this last week, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:9-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Finish Line 7: Reaching The Checkered Flag Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Aug 1, 2005

This is the seventh and final message in my NASCAR-themed "Finish Line" series, focusing upon living a faithful life and finishing a life of faith. (06-05-05)

Reaching the Checkered Flag Hebrews 12:1-3 Sermon Outline: Bible Truths and LIFE Applications So many people honestly think that coming to know Jesus … being saved … is the end result of their spiritual journey. They could not be further from the truth! Knowing Jesus is only the beginning … it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Shove That Job - I'll Take It

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 29, 2011

You cannot watch a news program without hearing about record unemployment and job plans. Johnny Paycheck, “Take this job and shove it” is now “Shov that job - I’ll take it.” Your job is a big deal to God!

Introduction A You cannot watch a news program without hearing about record unemployment and job plans. 1 People want to work but can’t any jobs. a My dad telling me he could quit one job and go across the street to work the following day. b Johnny Paycheck, “Take this job and shove ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed From Trash To Treasure

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

We cannot go back in time to change the course of our lives up to this day. But we can go to Jesus to be transformed and to have our future re-directed. Jesus takes what is trash and turns into his precious treasure.

[Sermon preached on 17 June 2018, 4th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Have you ever wanted to go back in time? To go back to a point in time in your life just before something bad happened to you—something that you could have avoided? And you think: “If I had only thought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On The Mount # 2 Let There Be Light!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 26, 2022

In Genesis 1:3, God said, “…Let there be light: and there was light.”

From the beginning of time, God wanted light to exist. He said, “…let there be light” and the Bible says, “…and there was light”. In Gen. 1:3, the Lord is talking about the light of the sun that separates the days from the nights. But this is not the only place in the Bible where the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Different Gifts - All Useful

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 4, 2022

The greatest gift we can receive is the gift of salvation. But God's gift giving does not end there. God provides us with gifts that enhance our lives and build up the body of Christ, the church.

Alba 5-1-2022 DIFFERENT GIFTS – ALL USEFUL Romans 12:3-8 In December of 2004, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, wrote his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ