Sermons on Perseverance:

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Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 11, 2009

Sermon is a call to faithfulness in the grace of God, in prayer, in service to the Lord.

Continue Acts 13:43 1-4-08 We will begin this morning in Acts 13:43. Paul & Barnabas went into a synagogue in Antioch and preached. Some of the hearers responded well to the message and wanted to hear more. Acts 13:43 “Now when the congregation had broken up, many of the Jews and devout proselytes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:43

Denomination: Charismatic

I Dare You To Tell Me I Can't

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

Taking new spiritual ground

I DARE YOU TO TELL ME I CAN’T I Chronicles 11:4-9 Sunday, June 14, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction The 65th Anniversary of D-Day was observed June 6th. It was the largest single day amphibious invasion of all time. With nearly 200,000 troops involved; 160,000 would land on the 50 mile ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:4-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Do We Run The Race When We Can’t Run?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 24, 2012

This talk was from early December 2012 as feedback from my Sabbatical. The question in my mind was, "How do we run the race when we can’t run?" I spent time talking to and reading books by people with various impairments. This is some of what I learned.

For the purposes of this morning I’m going to assume that none of you knows about the illness that left me almost bed ridden for 7 months back in 2008. I’ve only met some of you recently and so that seems to be the best way to proceed. When I visited Kenya recently I said, “I have 1 wife and 3 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Anglican

The Book Of Daniel

Contributed by Ciprian Luca on Jun 19, 2010

So we can learn to live as citizens of heaven and resident aliens, in God’s broken and beloved world. What does this look like?

Major Themes: Our Sovereign God, Servant Calling and Certain Hope I. Why Study the Book of Daniel? A: So we can learn to live as citizens of heaven and resident aliens, in God’s broken and beloved world. What does this look like? [Read Daniel 1:1-21] What do we see as the Book of Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Keep On Keepin On Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 24, 2014

No matter how fiery and many the arrows of the evil one are know that God will fight and protect you in His power, Grace and Mercy.

The Ultimate Decision July 24,2014 I received a quote from one of our Warriors about the devotionals we have been doing on the church getting back together as One. Trisha wrote “Simplify To Unify” I like that. In life a lot of times we make things too complicated. We talk things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Doing Life Together Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

In Christian community we find the encouragement and support to press on the higher calling of Jesus.

Doing Life Together Text: Gal. 6:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Christian community is like the Christian's sanctification. It is a gift of God which we cannot claim. Only God knows the real state of our fellowship, of our sanctification. What may appear weak and trifling to us may be great ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Discovering Your Destiny In Christ Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 11, 2016

God has a good plan for our lives and we can discover our destiny in Christ by making daily decisions in submission to His Word through the power of the Holy Spirit. This is the lesson we can learn from the last chapter of Ruth.

There is a vast difference between FATE and DESTINY. Fate is usually thought of as a predetermined course of events beyond the human control. A typical response of a person who believes in fate is resignation - if we can't change destiny, then why even try? Whatever happens, happens and we can't do ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Desperation: Precursor To Breakthrough

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Desperation is often the harbinger to breakthrough. Although this message was preached prior to the presidential election, the principles taught still apply nationally and individually. How does God use desperation to ultimately bless us?

Isaiah 30:18 10/9/16 Intro A. I have experienced a heightened awareness of God’s love for Israel this week. As you know this is the time of year when Israel is approaching the Feast of Tabernacles. We are currently in the midst of Ten Days of Awe which began last Sunday with the Feast of Trumpets ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18, Exodus 3:7-10, Matthew 23:37-39, Matthew 24:1-31, Jonah 2:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

An Unexpected Tapestry

Contributed by Donavon Hill on Oct 9, 2017

From the story of Joseph, God used the very same threads the enemy had used to weave defeat into Joseph's life and wove what would become an unexpected tapestry. Look a little deeper into your own story and you'll see how God is doing the same for you.

Please stand for the reading of the Word . . . Genesis 45 5 But now, do not therefore be grieved or angry with yourselves because you sold me here; for God sent me before you to preserve life. 6 For these two years the famine has been in the land, and there are still five years in which there ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's In The Cup?

Contributed by Carol Post on Oct 18, 2018

Are you ready to drink from the cup of Jesus?

What’s in the Cup? The message today is based on the portion of scripture found in Mark 10:32-45. Jesus Predicts His Death a Third Time 32 They were on their way up to Jerusalem, with Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while those who followed were afraid. Again, he took the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45, Ephesians 2:1-5, Matthew 23:25-26, Luke 11:39, Luke 14:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reaching Forth In The New Year

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 4, 2015

This sermon is about setting goals for the new year, making a plan to realistically achieve those goals and having persistence to follow your plan to the end.

Reaching Forth in the New Year Chuck Sligh January 3, 2010 (AM) / January 4, 2015 (PM) TEXT: Philippians 3:12-14– “Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus. 13 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Before The Breakthrough

Contributed by Pastor Dre on Apr 14, 2014

Here is a sermon encouraging the Christian to keep on pressing even in the midst of the battle. The battle that we are going through is a set up for our breakthrough...

"The Battle before the Breakthrough" Galatians 6:9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. This morning I would like to speak a message entitled "The Battle before the Breakthrough." Great Military ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Time Of The End Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 15, 2013

How do you prepare for the trouble ahead? Don’t be surprised by the trouble. Instead, be wise and shine like stars in the darkness. Then be wise and see that the time of trouble is restricted, refining, and refreshing.

The Time of the End (Daniel 11:36 – 12:13) Are you ready for the end of the world? If not, a company named Vivos can help you and your loved ones get ready. The Vivos website says, “Whether we want to believe it or not… we are on the cusp of an increase in number and magnitude ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Hold Tight To The Hope We Have Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 5, 2014

To show that we need to hold tight to the hope we have and fight the good fight of faith.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you holding tight? Are you fighting the good fight of faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to hold tight to the hope we have and fight the good fight of faith. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 10:23 (Amplified Bible) 10:23 So let us seize and hold ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Four Of A Kind Beats A Full House

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 1, 2014

In poker, the odds determine the winning hand. This same scenario played out in Christ's life: four of a kind beat the challenge of a full house. Four friends were able, against all obstacles and hindrances, to get their friend to Jesus. May we love thus!

FOUR OF A KIND BEATS A FULL HOUSE Mark 2:1-2:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Speeding Stories 1. a. Kimberly Owen’s husband was driving home from work when he was pulled over for not wearing a seatbelt. Two days later, he received the same ticket from the same cop. b. The officer said, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God