Sermons on patient endurance: showing 1,141-1,155 of 48,593

Remembrance And Glory

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 29, 2001

“My prayer is not for them alone. I pray for those who will believe in me through their message, ...”

Remembrance and Glory John 17:20-26/Revelation 22:12-21 Call Ps. 97:1-6/May 24,1998 Introduction: Memorial Day Poem by Dick Gayan Transition thought: Holidays are tough for me. They are tough because they are Holidays, and not Holy Days. Should they be Holy days? I believe so. But, In a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26, Revelation 22:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Who Warned You?

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 29, 2001

Repentance is the confession of sin followed by a lifestyle change that honors God!

“WHO WARNED YOU?” MATTHEW 3: 1-12 MAY 20, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Several years ago the Peanuts comic strip had Lucy and Charlie Brown practicing football. Lucy would hold the ball for Charlie’s placekicking and then Charlie would kick the ball. But every time Lucy had ever held the ball for Charlie, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Fellowship Of The Mystery Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on May 30, 2001

Paul wrote part of his prayer journal for these believers to read, so they would know he believed God could work in them to do His wishes. God can make them able; they need to be ready to act, not just talk and agree.

Martin Luther wrote a short letter to his barber in response to his desire to learn more about prayer. Paul too records part of his prayer journal for these Ephesian believers to read, so they can see how firm his confidence is that they can overcome the natural tendencies self pushes us to, with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Slip

Contributed by Tom Rhodes on Jun 1, 2001

Many lose interest once the "new" wears off.

Hebrews 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. 1. It is possible to have the word lose importance in our lives. 2. As a teenager I would watch the Top 40 songs. There might be a song in the Top 10 for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Just Because You Live With A Fool, Doesn't Mean You Have To Be One

Contributed by Tom Rhodes on Jun 1, 2001

Don’t let peer pressure and foolish influence destroy you.

1 Samuel 25:2-3 And there was a man in Maon, whose possessions were in Carmel; and the man was very great, and he had three thousand sheep, and a thousand goats: and he was shearing his sheep in Carmel. Now the name of the man was Nabal; and the name of his wife Abigail: and she was a woman of good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:2-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Religion With A Kick!

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 2, 2001

This is a message that deals with the lifeless attitude that keeps trying to creep into the churches across this nation and the change that God want to make in those churches.

Scripture: Matthew 9:17 Title: “Religion With A Kick!” Introduction: Jesus came into this world to institute CHANGES! The forerunner of Jesus, John the Baptist, and Jesus Himself began their preaching ministries with the message of “REPENTANCE.” Evidently the Scribes and Pharisees were critical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kamikaze Christians

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 2, 2001

This sermon deals with the need for Christians to depend on the Holy Spirit for the courage to stand strong for the Lord in our walk wiht Him

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 “THE CHARGE TO A SOLDIER OF CHRIST” Title: “Kamikaze Christians” Introduction: “Kamikaze” (Japanese, "divine wind"), squadrons organized by the Japanese air force in the last months of World War II The term, “Kamikaze” was originally applied by grateful Japanese to a ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Courage To Soar

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 3, 2001

God has already supplied us with all of the resources we need to follow Him and live a life of boldness

Courage to Soar 2 Timothy 1:7 June 3, 2001 Morning Service Introduction The Wright Brothers It took great courage for the Wright Brothers to soar. Why? An Eastern bishop was accustomed to paying an annual visit to a small religious college. On one such visit, the bishop engaged in an after-dinner ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Evils Of Envy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

Evils of Envy

Unit 3 Lesson 6 – The First Child’s Sin – Genesis 4:1-26 For The Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to know the difference between hypocritical and acceptable gifts to God so they can give with a wholesome attitude. 2. Explanation of the Aim: One’s motives are very important when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Envy Is Evil

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

The evils of envy that lead to self-destructive habits

Unit 3 Lesson 6 – The First Child’s Sin – Genesis 4:1-26 For The Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to know the difference between hypocritical and acceptable gifts to God so they can give with a wholesome attitude. 2. Explanation of the Aim: One’s motives are very important when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Prepare For A Flood

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

Preparing for the flood of adversity, trouble and setbacks

Why the Flood Happened and How God Helped One Family Prepare for the Flood – Genesis 6:1-7:5 Illustration:It was a stormy night in Birmingham, England, and Hudson Taylor was to speak at a meeting at the Severn Street schoolroom. His hostess assured him that nobody would attend on such a stormy ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Misunderstood Missionaries

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

How to overcome people who misunderstand God’s word, His will and His ways

The Misunderstood Missionaries – Acts 14:1-20 Misunderstanding = Failure to understand people so as to disagree with them. Many misunderstandings lead to quarrels, conflicts or failure to show love to one another. Illustration:Army Law: An order that can be misunderstood will be misunderstood. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Avoiding Quarrels

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

How Isaac avoided quarrels and let things go when God directed

How to Solve Quarrels 1. Aim: To lead the people to know how to follow Isaac’s example of obedience in avoiding quarrels and overcoming the opposition with kindness, hard-work and friendliness. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Even though Isaac has to admit that he sinned, God still uses him because ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Always A Winner

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 5, 2001

To show that there are no losers in God’s family

2COR.2:14 "I AM ALWAYS A WINNER" A) Paul is writing to the church at Corinth who always seemed to have troubles! * They had troubles with their doctrine, and at times, Paul rebuked them for condoning evil. B) But, here we find Paul encouraging the saints! * Paul was a great Preacher and writer! * ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

Go The Distance (Part 1)

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

God is calling us to finish the race of life with Him

Go the Distance Part 1 2 Timothy 3:10-4:8 May 23, 1999 Morning Service Introduction I. Story of Jean - Dominique Bauby A, Work: French journalist, age of 45 was editor of fashion magazine Elle, very successful, December of 1995, he suffered a stroke B. After the stroke: Buaby was completely ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God