Sermons on Patiently:

Developing Patience Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 27, 2008

This sermon looks at three aspects of developing Patience. I. WHEN should I wait? II. WHY should I wait? III. HOW should I wait?

Developing Patience As many of you know – I am in the Army Reserve. There is a saying in the Army that has been around as long as I have been in the Army and I’m sure it was there long before I arrived. The saying is: Hurry up and WAIT! It seems there is a lot of waiting in the Army – but you ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12, Philippians 4:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Strong With God's Mighty Power

Contributed by Mark Roper on Mar 4, 2009

The problem is this, there are too many defeated Christians. Life is littered with Christians who have never discovered how to fight the evil one. They have depended on their own moral strength, ethical wisdom, high ideals and a personal commitment to j

Standing Strong with God’s Mighty Power Eph 6:10-18 NIV Life is littered with defeated Christians who have never discovered how to stand strong in this evil broken world. They have depended on their own moral strength, their ethical wisdom, their high ideals and a personal commitment to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Loving One Another Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 17, 2015

What Paul tells us about how to love one another.

The Church - Love November 8, 2015 1 Corinthians 13:4-13:8 There was a Peanuts cartoon in which - - - Linus tells his kind and loving sister, Lucy, he’s going to be a doctor. She responds - - - “You, a doctor? How can you be a doctor? You don’t love mankind.” Linus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Conquering Power Of Love.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 2, 2020

In the now-famous “Love Chapter” of 1 Corinthians 13, Paul wrote about love that is put into practice. More than just a feeling or emotion.

The Conquering Power Of Love. 1 Corinthians 13:1-13NIV God’s love melts the hardest heart, The toughest of men and women’s heart melt like wax in the presence of the Lord. P.H The city of Corinth was a major commercial center of Southern Greece at the time of Paul’s writing. It was also a city ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith And Patience: Inheriting The Promises Of God

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Jan 3, 2025

Faith gives us the vision to see God’s promises, and patience gives us the strength to wait for His perfect timing. Together, they helps us remain anchored during the storms of life and focused when the answers seem delayed.

Even as we start the new year, we probably have mixed emotions. On one side we are grateful to God for the year 2024 for God has given us life and protected us throughout this year. On the other side, we might be perplexed about the year 2025. Is the year 2025 going to be better than 2024? Is it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11-12, Romans 15:13, Hebrews 4:2, James 1:3-4, Romans 8:24-25, Revelation 2:2, Hebrews 6:13-15, Zechariah 9:12, Romans 4:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

A Gracious Father

Contributed by Steven Glover on Jun 15, 2001

Characteristics of a gracious father as seen in the father of the prodigal son.

“A Gracious Father” Text: Luke 15:11-30 Introduction: We would like to take a text that has seemingly been preached up one side and down the other, except we would like to examine the father of the prodigal instead of the son ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-30

Denomination: Baptist

Impact

Contributed by Mark Walter on May 10, 2005

We all have impact while on earth, what impact will you bring the king on judgement day.

Matt 11:12 And from the time John the Baptist began preaching and baptizing until now, the Kingdom of Heaven has been forcefully advancing, and violent people attack it. 3 popular interpretations • Jesus may have been referring to a vast movement towards God which gain momentum when John the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"When You Don't Know What To Do"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Oct 3, 2001

What to do, when we don’t know what to do?

Title: “When You Don’t Know What To Do” Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-10 Introduction: In Peter’s epistle, it is revealed that believers are undergoing hardships, and despite many modified advances in the world, hardships still occur today. Sometimes in the midst of them, many of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Blind Soldiers

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

FINDING MEANING IN A MEANINGLESS SITUATION

BLIND SOLDIERS 2 KINGS 6:15-18 When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early the next morning an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. “O my lord, what shall we do?” the servant asked. “Don’t be afraid,” the prophet answered. “those who are with us are more than ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 9, 2022

We are commanded by God to love everyone.

Love – I Corinthians 13: 1 - 13 Intro: The story is told of Richard Daly who was the Mayor of Chicago for 21 years (1955 – 1976). One day, one of Mayor Daly’s speech writers came in his office and asked for a pay raise. The mayor replied, “I’m not giving you a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Become Mature In Christ Like Love – I Cor. 13

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 3, 2002

How to Become Mature in Christ like Love – I Cor. 13 & Eph. 4:15

How to Become Mature in Christ like Love – I Cor. 13 Eph. 4:15 – Speaking the truth in love let us grow up in all aspects into Christ. We live in a world that subtly influences our assumptions and perspectives about love. Recognize that we have to overcome the world’s way of thinking about love. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Exposition Of James Five Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Apr 28, 2009

An in-depth look at James chapter five with practical applications. This entire series is available as an ebook from itunes or for the Nook via Barnes and Noble for the nominal fee of $4.95. This book is a conversational commentary.

5:1-6 Superior Faith is not Found in Greed Once again James blows his spiritual whistle and calls for the attention of a specific group. He leaves no question regarding the status of those wealthy people who have used their wealth as a sign of their supposed superior faith. In fact, James now ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-20, James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Examined Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 20, 2011

The character traits that we see in Galatians describe what should be evident in the life of a believer as they mature in the Lord. There should be more and more of the fruits discussed here. What do these fruits look like in the life of a believer? Th

Fruit Examined Galatians 5:22-23 Intro Slide Good morning. I am glad that you could join us today. Last week we started a series looking at some of the things the Holy Spirit produces and provides and we started with the Fruit of the Spirit and we learned some truths about what fruit actually ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Patience In Pain Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 31, 2017

God says to the wealthy, wicked oppressor: Weep for your miseries are coming. But He says to you and me who have trusted His Son: Wait for your Master is coming. Don’t quit. Don’t complain, and don’t lose your cool, because Jesus is right at the door!

Once upon a time, there was kindergarten teacher in Texas, who was helping one of her students put on his cowboy boots. He asked for help, and she could see why. Even with her pulling and him pushing, the little boots still didn't want to go on. By the time they got the second boot on, she had ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Gift Of Rest Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 21, 2017

Showing God's Father's heart in making sure His children take time off.

God’s Gift of Rest CCCAG June 18th, 2017 Scripture- Exodus 20:8-11 There was an evangelical pastor who tells a story of a time that he took his family to Israel. They landed in Tel Aviv around 7pm on a Friday night, and got to their hotel about 8:30. After they checked in, they walked down to the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God