Sermons on Patience To Wait On God:

Living While Waiting

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 5, 2025

Because the Day of the Lord will come suddenly, our anticipation of that Day must shape this day—so we strive to be holy, think rightly, watch carefully, and grow steadily.

Introduction This morning we’re reading the final words of Peter’s final letter to the church. His burden is simple and weighty: that we live holy lives that honor the Lord Jesus and are not swept away by the immorality, false teaching, and scoffing around us. How do we do that in a world soaked ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11, 2 Peter 3:10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When God Places You On Hold

Contributed by Gregory J Brice on Jul 8, 2013

Why God doesn't hear our prayer and what to do about it.

How many have ever been put on hold? How many have ever gotten mad when you were on hold? How many have hung up? This sermon is about what to do when God puts you on hold. 2 Chronicles 7:14 is part of a conversation that God is having with Solomon. And we know Solomon is the one who asked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, 2 Chronicles 7:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Hurry Up And Wait

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on Dec 7, 2017

This is a sermon about the second coming of Christ. It asks the question, "if God somehow came to you and told you the world would end tomorrow, how would you change your life?"

Hurry Up and Wait! 2 Peter 3:8-15 Sunday 12/10/17 The Second Sunday in Advent One of the most frustrating things I know is to travel on an airplane. What I hate about it is that you find yourself in a helpless cycle of Hurry Up and Wait. You know what I mean? You must be at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ready And Waiting For Jesus

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 6, 2011

This parable challenges us to make sure we are prepared at all times to meet God. Whether via the Second Coming or at our death, we need to be ready. Not a good idea to be unprepared for His coming.

Parable of the Ten Virgins Who here likes to paint? Who here plays an instrument? Most musicians or artists have stories of awkward moments when they were performing. Funny or awkward. The funniest I remember was when I was in a Christian rock band and we were starting a performance. The show ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakthrough

Contributed by Pablo Catala on May 30, 2019

God’s Help

“For we do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, of our trouble which came to us in Asia: that we were burdened beyond measure, above strength, so that we despaired even of life. Yes, we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves but in God who raises the dead, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hurry Up And Wait

Contributed by Geoff Hamrick on Jul 16, 2005

Have you ever heard the expression, “Hurry up and wait?” This thought goes against everything we know as a way of life today. Because of technological advancements, we have become a society of impatient people. We want it…and we want it now.

Hurry Up and Wait Pastor Geoff Hamrick Psalms 27 Have you ever heard the expression, “Hurry up and wait?” This thought goes against everything we know as a way of life today. Because of technological advancements, we have become a society of impatient people. We want it…and we want it now. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Growing Through Waiting Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Apr 14, 2008

Waiting is probably not one of our favorite things to do. But in our times of waiting, Spiritual growth can take place! And when we wait on the Lord, we will experience His full blessing!

TEXT: Psalm 31, 62 TITLE: The Growing Church: GROWING PAIN #2: Growing through Waiting TOPIC: Spiritual Growth - Part One OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, April 13th, 2008 PROP.: Waiting is probably not one of our favorite things to do. But in our times of waiting, Spiritual growth ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Family Affair PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize the importance of trusting in God's perfect timing, the power of prayer, and the significance of family matters in our lives.

Good morning, Church family! It's a blessing to gather together today to delve into God's Word and hear what He has for us. We're going to explore a story from 1 Samuel, focusing on three essential themes: God's perfect timing, the power of prayer, and the importance of family matters. Before we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-8

Topics: Timing, Waiting

Deliverance From The Black Hole

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 5, 2008

Examining Joshua’s patience to wait on the Lord, just as we are called to do.

Deliverance from the Black Hole Joshua 1:5-9 Introduction / Set the scene: - Moses has just died and Joshua is set to take over and lead the people - Israelites are promised that they will now be inheriting the Promised Land - Everywhere they set their foot they will be given control over it - ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sarah - Lady In Waiting

Contributed by John Lowe on May 27, 2015

This “Hero of the Faith”, mentioned in Hebrews 11 goes by the name of Sarah, and she’s the first lady mentioned in Paul’s hall of fame for Heroes. There is so much spiritual meat in Sarah’s life that it’s hard to boil it down into a few worthy snapshots.

7-5-05 Sarah - Lady in Waiting Hebrews 12:1-12:2 Today, I want to talk about one of those “Heroes of the Faith” that Paul talks about in Hebrews. In Hebrews 12:1, Paul declares that you and I are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses. And that because we’re surrounded ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer That Heaven Waited For

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Mar 5, 2025

There are moments in life when our prayers seem to echo in silence. Weeks stretch into months, months into years, and still, the heavens remain quiet. The story of Hannah beautifully mirrors the journey many of us face — a journey of waiting, weeping, and wondering if God is truly listening.

There are moments in life when our prayers seem to echo in silence. Weeks stretch into months, months into years, and still, the heavens remain quiet. The story of Hannah beautifully mirrors the journey many of us face — a journey of waiting, weeping, and wondering if God is truly listening. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:7-11, 1 Samuel 2:21

Do You Have Americanitis? (“Be Still And Know That I Am God”)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 4, 2023

These eight words in the scriptures that I just read to you are some of the most important words in the scriptures for us Christians.

Why? Because this verse of scripture tells us to BE STILL and then it tells us why we should be still…to KNOW GOD. Some people live their entire life KNOWING THERE IS A GOD BUT NOT KNOWING GOD. I want to ask you a question, DO YOU KNOW GOD? You might say preacher that is the most RIDICULOUS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Displayed His Goodness To The Rebellious

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Sep 23, 2019

How did God confront the heinous sinner?

“When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they realized they were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

While We Wait

Contributed by Larry Grant on Apr 22, 2022

Jesus is preparing to ascend back into Heaven to sit down at the right hand of God. But before He leaves, He commands and commissions His men to reach the world with the Gospel, the Good News that Jesus saves. He tells them to wait for the Promise of the Father, which is the Holy Ghost!

Acts 1:1-8 While We Wait April 24, 2022 Luke inscribes in his gospel account and also in his historical account of the Acts of the Apostles to the dignitary Theophilus our Lord’s last meeting with His disciples while He was here on earth. He is preparing to ascend back into Heaven ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Warning To The Rich And Patience In Suffering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Warn against the dangers of wealth and self-indulgence, while encouraging patience and perseverance in the face of suffering, as we await the Lord's return and judgment.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of James. In James 5:1-12, we find a warning for the rich, an encouragement for those suffering, and a reminder of God's judgment on the wicked. As we begin to unpack these verses, let's keep in mind this thought ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Topics: Warning, Patience