Sermons on Perseverance:

Living In The Second Mile

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 19, 2007

I believe that we as Christians are required to live in the second mile. I have been working with people and Pastoring long enough to observe that all successful people live by the second mile principle.

Title: Living in the Second Mile Scripture: St. Matthew 5:41 (Adapted from sermon from Rev. Edward Hardee, 7/2000) Preached at Perfected Praise Worship Center, Oklahoma City On Sunday, November 18, 2007 http://www.thewordministryokc.com We have entered into this Thanksgiving week, in a few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41, Matthew 5:41-45

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy Bernice Simmons

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 18, 2008

This is a Christian mother and wife of 53 years who loved serving the Lord especially as an usher. She truly served well.

Eulogy Bernice Simmons 2/14/2008 There is a song that tells the story behind the smile you often saw on Bernice Simmons’ face. The words were, “What a day that will be, when my Jesus I shall see, when I look upon his face, the one who saved me by his grace, what a day, glorious day that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Race To Win Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 22, 2008

We MUST do more than race to race, we need to race to win!

INTRODUCTION • PLAY “I RUN” VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • I have enjoyed examining the “Amazing Race” with you over the past three week! Today we are going to conclude our examination of the “Amazing Race” by taking a look at the concept of Racing to Win! • In October of 2002 Herm Edwards then coach of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Faith Is

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Aug 20, 2007

From the Faith Chapter, a reminder that faith comes from hearing God’s word and obeying it.

What Faith Is Heb 11:1-16 Introduction This is the great chapter on faith. It is the greatest example of faith in the whole Bible. In the last few verses of the previous chapter, the writer outlines how the Hebrew Christians in Rome needed to persevere in their faith. “Therefore do not cast away ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons Learned For Job Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Lessons we learn from the story of Job.

Lessons Learned From Job 3 Scriptures: Job 1:12; 2:6; Luke 4:5-6; James 1:17; 2 Tim. 3:10-11 Introduction In my message last week, I shared with you three additional lessons from the story of Job pertaining to Satan’s tactics in his war against us. The Lessons I discussed last week ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exhortations To Be Patient & The Example Of Farmers Being Patient! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James exhorts Christians to understand that patience is an continual process and that the farmer provides a good example for us on being patient and he warns that we must not become guilty of the blame games when things get difficult.

INTRODUCTION #27 1. Open your bibles to James 5:7-9. 2. In this passage James gives the exhortation to be patient until the Lord returns. 3. James also gives the example of farmers being patient. 4. James also tells Christians that they must be patient with one another and not start blaming one ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Patience Of The Man Job ! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James exhorts new testament Christians to be patient like the farmers, the prophets and now he exhorts Christians to pattern their patience after the patience of Job.

INTRODUCTION #29 1. Open your bibles to James 5:11. 2. The context of this verse is encouraging Christians to be patient. (1) James 5:7a&8 refer to Christians being patient when they are mistreated. James gives the example of rich employers holding back part of the wages of their employees and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Face Of The Pilot

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 6, 2010

The text relates the Transfiguration, the mountain top experience, to the glory "The Face" of Jesus the Pilot of our lives. Updated February 2022.

A ship ...was in a serious storm... and in grave distress. The passengers ... were alarmed. One of them finally, ... against orders, .... went up to the main deck ... and made his way to the pilot house. The pilot was at the wheel, ... but seeing the man was greatly frightened; ... he gave ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:2, 2 Corinthians 3:12, Luke 9:28-36, Matthew 17:1-8, Mark 9:2-9, Matthew 16:13-18, John 14:16, 1 John 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus The Master Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 7, 2008

Jesus is the Master: some one we must model our lives after.

Jesus the Master December 10,13 & 30 2007 Jesus Who? Brian McLaren writes in his book “A Generous Orthodoxy” in the chapter that asks the question “Would Jesus Be a Christian?” “…the more one respects Jesus, the more one must be brokenhearted, embarrassed, furious, or some combination ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: *other

The Belt Of Truth Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on May 30, 2009

This is the 2nd sermon in the series Spiritual Warfare. The Belt of Truth is the 1st part of God’s armor we are to put on. Truth is important because deception is Satan’s favorite weapon.

Sermon May 31, 2009 Sermon Series: Spiritual Warfare Sermon #02: The Belt of Truth Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:10-18 10: “Finally, my brethern, be strong in the LORD & in the power of HIS might. 11: Put on the whole armor of GOD, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

We Love The Church Because It Has Accountability

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 3, 2010

The human tendency is to hate authority. The Bible, on the other hand, not only exalts God’s authority, but it also places its blessing on certain forms of human authority. God has also made every church member accountable to every other church member. Go

Purpose: To explain how true fellowship happens. Aim: I want the listener to see the benefits of being accountable. INTRODUCTION: The human tendency is to hate authority. The Bible, on the other hand, not only exalts God’s authority, but it also places its blessing on certain forms of human ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Have It - A Distinct Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Oct 5, 2010

Before a person gets saved, come as you are. But after you get saved, you have to work on distinctive spiritual qualtities alongside to Holy Spirit to help you make a mark for Christ. A llok at David's life is a classicd example.

THE AUTHORITY OF THE BELIEVERS: HAVE YOU GOT IT? A MAN OF DISTINCTION I Samuel 16:14-23 (18) What Is Authority? What Is Power? Woe Is Me, Who Gave You The Power? Just Speak The Word, Jesus Could Do Nothing? A Look At The Miracles, Who Is Jesus? Is He The Christ? A Look At The Miracles, Saved But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Charismatic

The Limit Of Love

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 5, 2008

Love must be expressed in the flesh in order for it to be real.

September 7, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Luke 10:25-35 Subject: The Fruit of the Spirit Title: The Limit of Love Turn to Luke 10. What kind of love do you have in you? As I shared with you last week from Galatians 5:22-23, if you are born again you have certain attributes that now are alive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Heaven: The Believers Hope Series

Contributed by Rob Yanok on Sep 10, 2008

If heaven is not the hope of humanity, then the human race has no hope whatsoever.

“Heaven: The Believers Hope” – Pastor Rob Yanok Text – John 14:1-3 Either heaven is real or Jesus led His followers with lies. If heaven is a hoax, then it is the biggest hoax ever perpetrated upon mankind. If there is no heaven, then the Bible is not true and Jesus was a deceiver. If ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marks Of A Christian Disciple

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Seven marks of a Christian disciple.

"Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple." I suppose it is reasonable to expect one’s employer to supply some type of job description. Indeed, for any relationship to work well the roles and expectations of the participating parties must be clearly defined. ...read more

Denomination: Congregational