Sermons on Perseveration:

A Steadfast Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

It is easy to start the race, but the finish is what really matters, and so it is in the Christian life. It is one thing to start on the way, and another thing to keep going all the way. What we really need is not starting power but staying power,

To make no gain for one’s labor is a perfectly natural cause for disappointment. Jesus knew this feeling often as His disciples failed to grasp His teaching, and especially when Judas betrayed Him. Paul knew it well when he wrote with a saddened heart that Demas had forsaken him. Many have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:5-8

Do Not Forsake Coming To Church

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 6, 2021

Making a habit of coming to church is more important than ever.

Do not Forsake Coming to Church Hebrews 10:10-25 Introduction In many places, church attendance has been on a serious decline for some time. this had been accelerated by the Coronavirus pandemic. churches were ordered to close or severely limit attendance as being “non-essential.” Of course, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:10-25, Hebrews 10:11-14, Hebrews 10:15-18, Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Courage Of Peter Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 9, 2016

There are times when we must rest in the unseen and believe the impossible by faith. Faith believes the impossible and trusts the Lord to meet our impossibilities. As we walk by faith on this level, great courage is also required.

Series: Walking by Faith # 5 The Courage of Peter Matthew 14:28-32 As we continue our study of walking by faith, I couldn’t imagine a series dealing with this subject without looking at the account we have read today. Mark and John also record the account of Jesus walking on the water, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

Can't Stop Won't Stop Series

Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016

Staying the course…finishing well…in a word, persevering Is the revolution still on? in YOUR home—marriage/kids? At your workplace? Is integrity still worth defending? Is hope still worth holding onto?

Personal… gratitude… Nehemiah Mission from God might not be out there… might be right in front of you (parent blended family) might not be BIG… out there… Nehemiah has been our guide—and Favor With Kings our simple tool—to explore what I believe is true ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-4

Denomination: *other

Racing Is Life

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Aug 9, 2016

The Bible uses many sports related images. In this classic text, the writer to the Hebrews explores the image of a race to reflect upon the nature of a disciple's life.

I am a sports fan, and the big news for me most recently is that the New Orleans Saints opened training camp on July 28th, about ten days ago, and they’re first pre-season game is only a mere thirteen days away. Not only that, but I know the local high schools are gearing up for the new ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Endeavor To Perserver- Part 9 Of Hebrews Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Sep 6, 2016

Part 9 of our Hebrews series

Hebrews Encouragement for a life of faith Part 9 “Endeavor to preserver” Hebrews 10:35-36 In the Clint Eastwood movie” The Outlaw Josey Wales” Lone Watie played by Chief Dan George Is telling Josey about all the troubles that his people have suffered through the years ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Race

Contributed by Dr. Michael Pope on May 11, 2015

Msg on finishing strong to the end.

THE GREAT RACE HEB 12:1-4 4 FEB 2015 DR. M POPE INTRO: There’s an old movie The Great Race with Tony Curtis 1. v 1 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Hold On To Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 22, 2015

WE need to hold on to something in life, how about trying Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • LONE SURVIVOR CLIP-Wingclips.com • SLIDE #1 • That was actual clips of Navy Seals in training from the movie Lone Survivor. • Have you ever felt like you were just holding on for dear life with your faith? • SLIDE #2 • You feel like you have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Mar 30, 2015

book of james

Do Not Lose Heart James 5:7-12 1. The Endurance - consider faithfulness - v. 7 2. The Expectation - consider the farmer - v. 7 3. The Establishment - consider the heart - v. 8 4. The Excitement - consider the second coming - v. 8 5. The Examination - consider judgment - v. 9 6. The Example - ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Discouragement Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015

Nehemiah demonstrates how to deal with discouragement in our walk with Jesus.

In general, I really enjoy doing projects around our house – especially those projects that give a sense of accomplishment once they are completed. Over the years Mary and I have taken on some pretty big projects. We’ve done significant landscaping work on at least 4 different houses ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Storms Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 10, 2024

This is the 190th sermon in the series "Action".

Series: Action [#190] STORMS Acts 27:1-26 Introduction: This morning, as we continue in Acts, we are going to follow Paul as he was being taken to Rome. The ship that he was on got into a storm and things got pretty rough for everyone on the ship. This passage teaches us some things about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Wealthiest Place On Earth

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 3, 2024

Where is the wealthiest place on earth? The Cemetery! Why the cemetery? Because in the cemetery are books that were never written, and cures that were never discovered. Money never spent.

Die Empty – R. Neal Gracey May 5, 2019 Where is the wealthiest place on earth? The Cemetery! Why the cemetery? Because in the cemetery are books that were never written, and cures that were never discovered. The graveyard is filled with music, we’ve never heard. The cemetery is filled ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

¿cuánto Tiempo Estás Dispuesto A Perseverar?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 7, 2023

Resumen: Dios nos llama a perseverar y soportar las cosas de la vida para llegar al lugar donde Dios quiere que estemos. David pasó por muchas cosas antes de convertirse en rey.

¿Cuánto tiempo estás dispuesto a perseverar? Por Rick Gillespie-Mobley Salmo 13:1-6 Resumen: Dios nos llama a perseverar y soportar las cosas de la vida para llegar al lugar donde Dios quiere que estemos. David pasó por muchas cosas antes de convertirse en ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6, 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gaano Ka Katagal Handa Kang Magtiyaga

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 7, 2023

Tinatawag tayo ng Diyos na magtiyaga at magtiis sa mga bagay-bagay sa buhay upang makarating sa lugar na nais ng Diyos na marating natin. Maraming pinagdaanan si David bago naging Hari.

Gaano Ka Katagal Handa Kang Magtiyaga Ni Rick Gillespie- Mobley Awit 13:1-6 Buod: Tinatawag tayo ng Diyos na magtiyaga at magtiis sa mga bagay-bagay sa buhay upang makarating sa lugar na nais ng Diyos na marating natin. Maraming pinagdaanan si David bago naging ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6, 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Total Commitment Vs. Just A Contributor Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 10, 2023

Paul, in writing to the Corinthians teaches that often we lay aside our wants, our desires, and even our needs for the sake of others. In order to run this race, it takes total commitment.

Text: 1 Cor. 9:19-27 Before we begin, I want to share with you a story. This is a story that you’ll often learn in business classes, when you’re learning about partnerships in business, and I think it’s kind of applicable to what we’re going to be learning today… It’s called the Pig and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible