Sermons on Never Waivers:

Desirable Determination Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

The old saying that where there is a will there is a way is confirmed over and over again. People with a spirit of determination are doing the improbable all the time, and by the grace and providence of God, sometimes even the impossible.

Alexander Solzhenitsyn is one of the great modern examples of the power of determination. He served time in the Siberian waste land for making a disparaging remark about Stalin in a letter. He endured six years of imprisonment, when he suddenly discovered the joy of writing. He was suffering for ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-22

Easter Is Everything

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 5, 2021

Because Easter is everything, Jesus must be everything to you.

The word “everything” refers to “something that is extremely or most important.” If you believe someone or something is everything, you’re saying that person or that thing is most important in your life. Barry White made these words popular in a song from 1974: “My first, my last, my everything ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Post-Resurrection

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 8, 2021

This message demonstrates the importance of understanding why Jesus died and rose from the dead and why our joy should not be limited to just one "Easter Sunday" celebration.

Post-Resurrection Scripture: Luke 24:44-53; Isaiah 53; Romans 10:17 The title of my message this morning is “Post-Resurrection.” If you are familiar with the word “post” you know that it has several meanings. It could refer to a piece of wood or metal fixed in the ground in an upright ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53, Isaiah 53:1-12, Romans 10:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

With God All Things Are Possible

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Apr 11, 2021

Jesus said with man it is impossible but with God all things are possible.

The word of God says that this is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it - Psalm 118:24. This scripture is so powerful and it is assuring us that the Lord as made another day for us to enjoy and that it is a new day, yesterday is gone but today is a new day, and this new ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16, Genesis 18:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is A Real Christian?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 30, 2021

With cultural Christianity being the norm in America, nominal faith is what people see most often, and it’s what comes to mind when we tell people we’re a Christian. So, what is a "real" Christian? This message points out five traits.

I wish to begin our message this morning by sharing a story by Franklin Graham. He tells us, “Some years ago, I was in a cab when I asked the driver about his faith. He replied that he was a Christian, and I asked him how he became one. I’ll never forget his reply: ‘Oh, I was born a Christian’.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-5, 1 Peter 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Enters Our Lives Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 16, 2020

When Jesus Enters Our Lives Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – January 12, 2020

When Jesus Enters Our Lives Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – January 12, 2020 Series #53 / Text: Luke 19:1-10 Intro A belated welcome to the new year….and decade. There is a certain type of grace… an opportunity to for fresh starts. That leads to the slew of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do When All Hope Is Lost Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 4, 2020

This message was for our 25th anniversary as a church, that we celbrated online because of COVID-19 Looks at how to find hope when it's been lost.

Through January and February our sermon series was Worst Case Scenarios. Who would have believed that a month later the world would be living through a worst-case scenario? We could write a new chapter to the book: What to do if you are living in a pandemic. 1. Wash your hands 2. Don’t touch ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Keep Trusting In The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 4, 2020

We should always trust in the Lord: 1. Because He cares when we are confused (vs. 16-19). 2. Because He fully knows the future (vs. 16, 19-20). 3. Because He will take you through your troubles (vs. 20). 4. Because He can totally transform your life (vs. 20-22).

Keep Trusting in the Lord! The Gospel of John John 16:16-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church – January 24, 2018 (Revised April 4, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16. For many weeks now, we have been studying the night before Jesus died on the cross for our sins. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Sorrow Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 8, 2020

In your sorrow, find joy in God, the Holy Spirit; find joy in the Resurrection of Christ, God’s Son; and find joy in prayer to your Heavenly Father.

There’s an old and ancient Chinese proverb which says, if you wish to be happy for one hour, get intoxicated. If you wish to be happy for three days, get married. If you wish to be happy for eight days, kill your pig and eat it. If you wish to be happy forever, learn to fish. (Chinese proverb, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Apr 12, 2020

From the earliest apostolic period, the reality of the empty tomb—the biblical truth that the tomb of Jesus of Nazareth was found empty by His disciples—has been at the center of the Christian proclamation.

The empty tomb John 20: 1-20 What Is the Importance of the Empty Tomb? From the earliest apostolic period, the reality of the empty tomb—the biblical truth that the tomb of Jesus of Nazareth was found empty by His disciples—has been at the center of the Christian proclamation. All four Gospels ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Death Is Not The End Of Life, I Promise! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 13, 2020

One of God's promises that brings us hope is that death is not the end of life, but is just the beginning of something far better for the believer in Jesus. Jesus' resurrection is that proof that life does not end with death.

A. Happy Easter, Everyone! 1. This has to be one of the most unusual Easters in the last 100 years. 2. Most countries around the world are practicing social distancing because of the virus pandemic, and so churches are empty on this Resurrection Sunday in order to protect physical lives. 3. But ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29, 1 Corinthians 15:54, Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Cares For Us! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 15, 2020

We know God that cares for us because... 1. He will give us the ultimate understanding (vs. 23a, 25). 2. He hears our cries for help (vs. 23b-24). 3. Jesus makes us friends with His Father (vs. 23-27). 4. Jesus came to die on the cross for us (vs. 28).

God Cares for Us! The Gospel of John John 16:23-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church – January 31, 2018 (Revised April 15, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16:22. Here God's Word continues to focus on the night before the cross. Remember that by this time, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Scarlet Thread Reminder

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 19, 2020

In this message I use the story of Rahab to demonstrate to us how to apply the promises of God to our lives.

A Scarlet Thread Reminder Scripture: John 14:1-4; Philippians 4:13; Joshua 2:8-21 The title of my message this morning is “A Scarlet Thread Reminder.” My definition of a scarlet thread reminder is this: “A scarlet thread used to remind me of something I need to remember.” In this case, my ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, Philippians 4:13, Joshua 2:8-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Clay

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 2, 2020

This message is about recognizing our identity and understanding that we are not an accident; a freak of nature; or a mistake. We were created with purpose.

I Am Clay Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6; 19:11; Ephesians 2:10 The title of my message this morning is “I Am Clay.” Two Christmases ago Jackie, a family friend, gave me this coffee mug that a friend of hers made. This mug was crafted by the potter Melissa Streeter and has become my favorite mug. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, Jeremiah 19:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mother's Day 2020

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 8, 2020

This message is a tribute to all good mothers.

Mother’s Day 2020 Scripture: Proverbs 18:22; 31:10-31; 1 Samuel 1:10-28; John 10:26-27 I want to say Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers. This is your day and I hope you recognize the importance of the role you play in the lives of your children and all those who look to you as a mother ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:22, Proverbs 31:10-31, 1 Samuel 1:10-28, John 10:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational