Sermons on Perseverance Endurance Patience:

The Anchor Still Holds!

Contributed by Lark Lewis on Jul 14, 2011

This sermon is about faith in God in hard times.

The Anchor Still Holds! Hebrews 6:17-19 Wherein God, willing more abundantly to shew unto the heirs of promise the immutability of his counsel, confirmed it by an oath: "That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:17-19

Denomination: Apostolic

Hope That Endures: Finding Strength In Trials Romans 5:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 23, 2024

Romans 5:3-4 speaks of a truth that is challenging yet deeply encouraging: the idea that our problems and trials are not wasted—they serve a purpose.

Hope That Endures: Finding Strength in Trials Romans 5:3-4 Romans 5:3-4 (NLT) – “We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4, James 1:2-3, Hebrews 12:1, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Romans 8:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Sarah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025

Sarah’s journey from barrenness to motherhood demonstrates God’s faithfulness. Though she had moments of doubt and impatience, she ultimately trusted God and became the mother of nations. Her life reminds us that God’s promises never fail, even when they seem delayed.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SARAH (SARAI) – WIFE OF ABRAHAM, MOTHER OF ISAAC By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 17:15-19 "And God said unto Abraham, As for Sarai thy wife, thou shalt not call her name Sarai, but Sarah shall her name be. And I will bless her, and give thee a son also of her: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:15-19, Hebrews 11:11, 1 Peter 3:6, Genesis 18:10-15, Genesis 21:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lighting The Fire - Light The Fire 4 Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

This is the fourth of the "Lighting the Fires of Pentecost" sermon series focusing on overcoming the dip in our Spiritual Lives.

Acts 2:1-21 NIV When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Extraordinary Strength Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 21, 2009

In life… the greater challenge proves to be not so much how to succeed… but how to last. The course we choose is critical… but so is the strength to stay that course.

(Note: Some of the structure and portions of this message drew upon ‘A Life Worth Living’ material by Nicky Gumbel and Alpha.) Bob W. Ireland crossed the finish line on Thursday, November 6, 1986, as the New York City marathon’s 19,413th and final finisher - the first person to run a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gods Hand In Our Suffering Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part one of series on Ruth

GODS HAND IN OUR SUFFERING Redeeming Ruth, Part 1 Today we begin a six-week study in the Book of Ruth, If you’ve got a Bible, you can turn to Ruth, Chapter 1 [pew bible page 179] Many people believe Ruth is not only the finest short story in all of scripture, but one of the finest stories ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Firm In Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 4, 2013

The impact of standing firm in the faith in Christ!

We continue our study of the First Letter to the Thessalonians. Please open your Bibles to 1 Thessalonians Chapter 3…. We noted that the Thessalonian church was a church to be imitated; it was a church truly in Christ! But because the church was faithful to Christ, it was persecuted! We are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ride It Out

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jan 18, 2015

This sermon encourages every child of God to ride out the storm; no matter how bad things may get.

Introduction: A good friend of mine who's gone home to glory use to say before every storm; I ain't leaving, I am going to ride it out. The Apostle is warning us that fatigue will factor into all of our lives. But he encourages us not to become weary with well doing. In other words; he is telling ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

For Christ's Sake?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 7, 2015

The life of the disciples must be lived for Christ's sake and not for the disciple's comfort.

“[Jesus] began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and the chief priests and the scribes and be killed, and after three days rise again. And he said this plainly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. But turning and seeing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Imperfect People Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 6, 2016

We hold a holy treasure in clay pots, but that's all that's needed to share the gospel and honor God.

2 Corinthians 4:1-15 “Imperfect People” INTRODUCTION Many illustrations are used to explain the deep truths of God’s grace and our lives as Christians. In the thirteenth chapter of Matthew Jesus explains to his disciples that God’s kingdom is like a mustard seed (vs. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Persist And Prevail: The Story Of Isaac's Wells SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Isaac, on the brink of celebrating his success in finding water, is confronted by the Philistines who forcefully claim his well. Despite this being the third time, Isaac does not surrender. Will he persist and prevail?

Today, we will explore the story of Isaac and the lessons we can learn from his experience of digging wells. Isaac faced challenges and opposition, but he never gave up. Through his perseverance, we can discover how to overcome adversity and achieve success in our own lives. When Isaac began to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-32

Topics: Perseverance, Faith

Keep Moving Forward: God's Encouragement SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

In a time when people needed encouragement, the Lord lifted up the prophet Zechariah. The people were working on rebuilding the Temple of Jerusalem, but due to opposition and concern for other things, the work had stopped. God encourages us to keep moving forward despite the challenges we face.

The Lord raises the prophet Zechariah at a time when people need encouragement. The people were working on the reconstruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, but due to opposition and other concerns, the work had come to a halt. The temple needed to be completed, but the people lacked a sense of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:1-13

Topics: Encouragement, Perseverance

The Apostate PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to recognize the reality and dangers of apostasy, and to seek God's guidance and strength in order to persevere in our faith.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters. Thank you for joining us today as we dive into the Word of God and seek His wisdom and guidance. Today, we will be exploring an important message from 1 Timothy 4:1 about the reality of apostasy, the danger it poses, and the hope we have in perseverance. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Topics: Persevere, End

Grumble-Free Zone - James 5:8-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 30, 2022

How to win the war against irritability

When you are being mistreated, strengthen your heart (so that you don’t become double-minded) because His coming is near (we need to be ready for it). And be nice. Suffering tends to make us irritable with each other, but we must be peacemakers instead, lest we be judged. God hates ...read more

Scripture: James 5:8-9

Character Study Of Hannah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Hannah’s life is a powerful example of faith, prayer, and dedication to God. Her story encourages us to trust God in difficult times, remain faithful in prayer, and dedicate everything—including our children—to the Lord.

CHARACTER STUDY OF HANNAH – MOTHER OF SAMUEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 1:27 "For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him." – Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 2:1-11, Psalm 113:9, Philippians 4:6-7, James ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God