Sermons about Patiently Waiting

Sermon: If The Foundations Be Destroyed, What Can The Righteous Do?

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 4, 2025

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If all earthly things fail, and the very State falls to pieces, what can we do? David suggests that the righteous, if necessary, can (1) suffer joyfully, (2) hope cheerfully, (3) wait patiently, (4) pray earnestly, (5) believe confidently, and if they do, they will triumph finally.

Sermon: If the Foundations be Destroyed, What Can the Righteous Do? Psalms 11:1-7 “I trust in the Lord for protection. So why do you say to me, “Fly like a bird to the mountains for safety! The wicked are stringing their bows and fitting their arrows on the bowstrings. They shoot from the shadows ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7, Psalm 55:5-8, Psalm 82:5, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Ephesians 6:10-13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Following Christ In Prayer

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

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Jesus teaches us how to pray Patient, Persistent, and Passionate Prayers.

Following Christ in Prayer Luke 18:1–14 INTRODUCTION • 1 John 2:6 “6Whoever claims to live in him must walk as Jesus did.” • Jesus is our example, if we want to learn how to live our lives in a way that is pleasing to God, we must follow His teaching. • Luke 11:1–4 - Jesus’ Model Prayer: Elements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship: Patience

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Oct 3, 2006

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To show that to be all we can be for God, we must learn to be patient.

-I Timothy 6:6-12 -We hear a great deal about most of the characteristics presented in this passage -Contentment -Not loving money -Pursing righteousness -Being godly -Having faith -Loving all -Being gentle even -Q: When is the last time you heard a sermon on patience? -I’m not sure ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Obedience Of Faith Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 5, 2008

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Faith, obedience and patient acceptance of suffering can attract others to the Gospel.

“If it is you calling, Lord, bid me come to you.” We have all been called by Jesus–usually in a tiny, whispering sound, barely audible above the roar and clamor of our lives. That is why we must take time every day to pray, to listen in silence to the Walker on the waters. But we can’t ever ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

God’s Great Mercy Shown To Noah Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 30, 2023

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We must make a great sacrifice and be willing to follow God FIRST, if we are ever going to be successful at living the life of a Christian. Noah shows us how, if we will choose to put those things into practice.

Alpha and Omega, Part 13 God’s great mercy shown to Noah Genesis 7:1 – 8:22 Introduction - We’ve begun 2023 with “one purpose”: Knowing there is a God! -- Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; examining the beginning to the end - Last week: We saw the clarity of Noah’s life … and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-24, Genesis 8:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amen Pass The Ham

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 31, 2020

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Good things may come to those who wait, but the best things come when we wait with patience on God.

Amen! Pass the Ham! 2 Peter 1:6 And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; James 1:4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. James ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:6, James 1:4, James 5:7, James 5:10, Hebrews 10:36, Galatians 6:9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Cookie Crumbles, Recogize That God Is Totally For You! Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Aug 20, 2004

based on 23 ratings

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Nothing is more common is life than waiting! How to wait well!

Psalm 103:6-9 “The LORD works righteousness and justice for all the oppressed. He made known his ways to Moses, his deeds to the people of Israel: The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. He will not always accuse, nor will he harbor his anger forever; (NIV) When ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:6-9

Denomination: Church Of God

The Crushing Of Gethsemane Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

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I’ve never had major surgery, but I’ve been told many times by patients that the worst part of major surgery was waiting for it. It’s the dread that is often worse than the experience itself. Just imagine the dread Jesus experienced that night.

INTRODUCTION Easter is four weeks away. During this time, I’m tracing the last 94 hours before the disciples discovered the empty tomb. The countdown started with the Last Supper when Jesus gathered with His disciples for the Passover meal. After spending about four hours at this meal, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

When You're Waiting For The Prodigal To Return To His Father's House

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 22, 2001

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Encouragement for the parents of prodigals.

Introduction: Listen to the following statement and consider the type of young man who would say such beautiful words: “Union with Christ imparts an inner elevation, comfort in affliction, tranquil reliance and a heart which opens itself to everything noble and great, not for the sake of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Real Bad Word In The Church Today? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 28, 2006

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There is a real unpopular word in the church today, it is patience and wait. God’s children must learn to wait with zeal!

A REAL BAD WORD IN THE CHURCH TODAY? YOU NEED WHAT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part series. I. LET US DEFINE A FEW WORDS BEFORE WE GET STARTED: The only people I know with a lot of patience are doctors! A. PATIENCE: THE CAPACITY, HABIT, OR FACT OF BEING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Us Worship And Bow Down (Iii): Waiting For God

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Dec 5, 2001

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Worship - How God meets us through the event of worship in the high points, as well as the valleys, of our lives.

Let Us Worship And Bow Down (III): Waiting For God Bible Reading: Psalm 130 Psalm 131 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 131:1-3, Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Runaway Lad And The Waiting Dad - Which Way Will You Run? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 26, 2005

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The pharisees and the teachers of the law had a warped view of God... and many today have the same problem. What did Jesus mean to teach about the Father in this parable?

OPEN: (It is best to memorize the following illustration to allow for optimum delivery) “Feeling footloose and frisky, a featherbrained fellow forced his fond father to fork over the farthings and flew far to foreign fields and frittered his fortune, feasting fabulously with faithless friends. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 15:11-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wait Before You Go - The Great Commission Part 4 Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 30, 2011

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Before we can carry out the Great Commission we need the power of the Holy Spirit.

July 31, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Luke 24:44-49; Acts 1:8 Subject: The Great Commission Part 4 Title: Wait Before You Go – The Spirit’s Role in the Great Commission This is part four of our five part series on the Great Commission. Today we are going to focus on a couple of different aspects ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-49

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You Want Cheese With Your Whine? Weary Waiting

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 29, 2022

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Are we impatient with God? Whining, complaining and frustration cause us to look back on the onions, leeks and garlic and forget the slavery. WHINING IS A SYMPTOM OF A SERIOUS PROBLEM.

DO YOU WANT CHEESE WITH YOUR WHINE? WEARY WAITING! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ARE WE IMPATIENT WITH GOD? WHAT SEEDS DOES IMPATIENCE PLANT? HOW ABOUT TOTAL REBELLION AND WHINING AND COMPLAINING? DO WE LIVE IN A DAY OF WHINING, ANGRY, FRUSTRATED, COMPLAINING, GRUMPY PEOPLE? ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14, Numbers 11:5, Exodus 14:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Acts: The First Thirty Years”..... Easter Monday - Creative Waiting Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 11, 2022

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Did you ever wonder what the disciples were doing and thinking on Easter Monday? They thought Jesus was going to replace the Roman Empire with a new Empire for Israel.. They just didn't get it. It took 40 days of explanation and the Holy Spirit. .

In Jesus Holy Name May 15, 2022 Text: Acts 1:3 Redeemer Lutheran “Acts: The First Thirty Years” Easter Monday - Creative Waiting • Did you ever wonder what the disciples were doing and thinking on Easter Monday? • The book of Acts is a letter written by Luke to a friend named ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

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