Sermons on Patience In Obscurity:

Christmas Trivia Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

We are to live by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God, but sometimes they seem so trivial we tend to ignore them. Christmas trivia is a good example. Dr. Luke was a man of detail, and he records for us a number of things that can be called Christmas trivia.

One of the great paradoxes of Christmas is that almost everything the Bible tells us about this most sacred event, is secular in nature. It is filled with what is temporal rather than eternal; physical rather than spiritual; and world oriented rather than heaven oriented. Christmas is really a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

No One Else

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 22, 2022

A recent survey revealed that many Christians believe a person can go to heaven and not believe in Jesus. This message looks at a way we can help family and friends understand that heaven is not available to the person who does not accept Jesus as the only way to heaven.

Good morning! Today is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it! Amen?!?! I’m going to tell you on the front end. Today, you’re going to feel like you in class because of the approach I will be taking with this message. So, please get some paper and a pen and we will begin. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Genesis 41:25, Genesis 41:32, John 14:6, John 7:7-9, John 17:17-19, John 11:25-26, Romans 6:11, Hebrews 7:16, 1 John 5:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nobody, Somebody, Everybody Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 19, 2023

If John the Baptist was on social media, what would he post? What would he share about himself? He might truly resonate with the song by Casting Crowns - "Nobody, Somebody, Everybody."

I’m not very good at social media, but you probably already know that if you’re on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. I don’t post very often - except to give away bread. When I do, I don’t take very good pictures - in fact I sometimes re-do old pictures - especially of bread. I suppose in some ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of The Kingdom Part Iv - The Hidden Treasure And Pearl

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Feb 17, 2024

This is the fourth of a series on Christ's parables on the KOH in Matthew 13

Title: “Parables of the Kingdom” Part IV Script: Mt. 13:44-46 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 2-17-24 Intro: Facebook’s $1 billion acquisition of Instagram was a watershed moment for Big Tech. It demonstrated just how much wealth and power the industry holds — and how it could be wielded. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Eyes To See

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 8, 2023

Jesus is rejected in Nazareth and then He sends out the Twelve to do ministry

Eyes to See Mark 6:1-13 Good morning. There is a narrative in John 5 where Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath Day and of course, the Pharisees were mad at Him. John 5:17 But Jesus answered them, "My Father has been working until now, and I have been working." John 5:18 Therefore the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love: The Eternal Constant Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 14, 2024

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are only until "that which is perfect has come" (1 Cor. 13:10). When will that perfection come? When will the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit cease?

Intro Our text is found in 1 Corinthians 13. In verses 1-3, Paul writes: “Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. 2 And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Ephesians 1:13-14, Ephesians 2:21, 1 Corinthians 15:11, 1 Corinthians 12:1-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Flight Into Shadows

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 31, 2025

We come to the end of the Christmas season, and the Gospel reading assigned to us is jarring.

We come to the end of the Christmas season, and the Gospel reading assigned to us is jarring. We've spent weeks with angels and shepherds, with wise men and star-light, with Mary's Magnificat and the peaceful scenes around the manger. We've sung "Silent Night" and "Joy to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

Love Is Patient Series

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Feb 9, 2001

Being patient means to be longsuffering, when you are patient with others you are demonstrating the Love of God to them.

LOVE IS PATIENCE I CORINTHIANS 13:4 The Bible says, "It is not good for man to be alone." You and I are created to have fellowship with God and each other. It is no accident that solitary confinement is considered to be punishment. Tonight, we are going to look at relationships and their importance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:4, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Spirituality (7 Of 7)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 1, 2022

In this series, “What is Spirituality”, we want to look at what constitutes being spiritual.

In this passage of scripture, Peter tells us a number of things we need to add to our faith, such as: VIRTUE, KNOWLEDGE, TEMPERANCE, and he tells us we also need to add PATIENCE. Patience give us a difficult time. After all, we are the society that invented: • Fast food • Microwaves • The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Progressive Steps To A Fulfilled Life Ii

Contributed by Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. on Nov 13, 2002

There are steps that you may take toward a fulfilled life.

Life-Line For Jesus Community Church Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. Romans 5:3-5 Progressive steps to a fulfilled life II Romans 5:1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: 2 By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Patient Endurance

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

Through patient endurance, we can hang on until Jesus returns.

James 5:7-11 Sept. 26, 1999 Living in Expectation of Jesus’ return (Part 2) – Patient Endurance INTRODUCTION A young man, a Christian, went to an older believer to ask for prayer. "Will you please pray that I may be more patient?" he asked. The aged saint agreed. They knelt together and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pick Your Battles

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There are many battles not worth fighting. Here we can learn when we need to engage in the good fight of faith.

How To Pick Your Battles (I Sam. 17:1-15) Illustration: Paul wrote, "Fight the good fight of faith." People who fight fire with fire usually end up with ashes. Abigail Van Buren. Stan Mikita, a professional hockey star, used to get into a lot of fights during games. He stopped when his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting To Know Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 15, 2003

The importance of obedience in knowing Christ

Getting to Know Christ I John 2:1-6 INTRO.: Verse one of this chapter is John’s warning to his readers not to think too lightly of sin. In the previous verses, he has written two things that might lead to shallow thinking about sin. (1.) He has written that everyone sins, and (2.) He has written ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beattitude 3 Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

Beattitudes

Beatitude Series # 3 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Matt 5:4 Blessed are the Meek, for they shall inherit the earth Matt 5:5 Original date April 25, 1999 Revised May 12, 2001 Divorced parents Judge asked the Girl who she wanted to live with Mom Beats me Dad beats me The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 13, 2002

Jesus said: I am the Resurrection and the Life. What are the consequences?

“I am Resurrection and the Life” - John 11:25 I would like to focus this evening on seven words from this morning’s reading: Jesus said “I am the resurrection and the Life” (Jn 11:25) 1. Introduction Friend after friend had stepped forward, hugged Martha and kissed her and said “Your brother ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, John 11:17-27

Denomination: Anglican