Sermons on Persevere:

The Eagle In The Bible: A Symbol Of The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 10, 2025

The eagle symbolises the Christian life of strength, vision, renewal, perseverance, and divine protection.

THE EAGLE IN THE BIBLE: A SYMBOL OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:31 Key Verse: “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” (Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go The Distance PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to persevere and endure their trials with faithfulness, focusing on Jesus as their example and strength.

Good morning, Church! Today, we're diving deep into the heart of Hebrews 12:1-3, focusing on the power of perseverance, the necessity of endurance, and the reward of faithfulness. C.S. Lewis once said, "God knows our situation; He will not judge us as if we had no difficulties to overcome. What ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Topics: Duty, Call

Press On!

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 29, 2023

This is an expository sermon in a series from Philippians.

Title: “Press On!” Scripture: Phil. 3:12-14 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-30-23 Intro: Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team — a heartbreaking experience for any teenager. Then he became one of the greatest basketball players in the history of the game. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rescue #3: Whatever It Takes

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 24, 2013

If we want to experience the supernatural power of God in our lives, then we must prepare ourselves, hang onto the promise, and persevere no matter what.

THE RESCUE #3: WHATEVER IT TAKES INTRO TO TOPIC: Week #1: Elijah’s call of Elisha to replace him as prophet in Israel. Elisha received a double portion of Elijah’s spirit, and did twice as many miracles. Week #2: the importance of being anointed with fresh oil – spending time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: *other

Pressing Toward The Mark

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 19, 2025

This sermon from Philippians 3:11–16 calls believers to press forward in the race of faith, forgetting the past and pursuing Christlikeness with perseverance and purpose.

Pressing Toward the Mark Scripture Text: Philippians 3:11–16 Introduction: The Race of a Lifetime In the long and storied history of the Olympic Games, there are countless tales of endurance and determination. Picture a marathon runner. Miles into the race, their muscles are screaming, their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson In Patience.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 8, 2023

Jacob the trickster duped by his uncle. The love of Jacob for Rachel perseveres and prevails. God at work behind the scenes.

A LESSON IN PATIENCE. Genesis 29:15-28. Jacob had been on the run from his twin brother Esau. Jacob, being the younger twin, had duped his elder sibling of both his inheritance and his blessing. Esau’s understandable anger was beginning to look dangerous, so their mother Rebekah devised a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passion Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon concludes the Cadence series by discussing the importance of maintaining passion and perseverance in faith, even in the face of life's challenges.

Welcome back church, it’s good to see you all today as we finish up our series Cadence. Over the past few weeks we’ve talked about healthy and unhealthy rhythm, also known as cadence, in our lives and in the world around us. In week 1 we looked at the rhythm of creation through the eyes of God, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7

Topics: Healthy Rhythm, Spiritual Passion, Perseverance

Sermon Series: Cadence

Quit Being A Quitter

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

When Sir Winston Churchill was a young man, he attended a preparatory school, and although he was in the lower third of his class, he graduated and went on to the university.

After a successful military career and after having been elected Prime Minister of England twice, near the end of his life he was invited back to Harrow (the preparatory school) to address the students. His coming was announced, and all the students awaited the arrival of this great orator. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Seals Of God's Wrath Series

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Oct 18, 2007

We need to persevere, persist, keep on, and never give up as believers in Jesus Christ. We need to stand firm to the end. When our faith is challenged and opposed we need to persevere by sheer determination.

“The Seven Seals of God’s Wrath” Scripture: Rev. 6:9-14; 7:1-14 Introduction: In the studying for this sermon there will be another group redeemed from the earth a little after the Mid Tribulation 1,335 days to be exact. Perseverance reveals genuine believers. To believe in Jesus and stand “firm to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hope That Does Not Disappoint (May 26, 2013).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

We all need peace. We all need hope. Without faith in God, we lack both hope and peace. Without peace, we cannot persevere.

HOPE THAT DOES NOT DISAPPOINT Text: Romans 5:1 -5 “A woman who lives far beyond her three score and ten years had been in the habit of having a birthday party every year. Her friends and relatives always remembered her with little gifts, which were usually in the form of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Great Expectations

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 28, 2025

Frederick Douglass said, “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” Deuteronomy 28:13 teaches that WHILE YOU ARE HERE “The Lord will make you the head and not the tail and you shall be above and not beneath.”

Jeremiah 29:4-11 KJV “Great Expectations” September 28, 2025 “Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, unto all that are carried away captives, whom I have caused to be carried away from Jerusalem unto Babylon; Build ye houses, and dwell in them; and plant gardens, and eat the fruit of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With God

Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 16, 2005

Walking with God regulates our wills, inspires by His Spirit, and motivates us to devoted service.

"Walking With God" Text Gen. 5:24 Intro: Our walk with God should be intense--not casual, fruitful--not barren, genuine--not false, faithful--not doubtful. Walking with God simply means living in the presnce of God. Theme: Lives regulated by His will, inspired by His Spirit, and devoted to His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:22-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Comanded To Praise

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 3, 2010

The Word of God to the believer is to praise the Lord--in all kinds of situations--Praise Him

Commanded To Praise Psalms 100:1-100:5 1Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! 2Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. 3Know that the LORD, He is God; It is He who has made us, and £not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is An Overcomer?

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 7, 2010

In Christ we have been given all the tools we need to remain steadfast until the end.

WHAT IS AN OVERCOMER? Rev. 2:1 – 3:22 Sermon Objective: In Christ we have been given all the tools we need to remain steadfast until the end. SERMON INTRO: I have read it to you before but it bears repeating and is certainly germane. Listen closely and allow it to stir within you. "I'm a ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Courage Under Fire

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 23, 2010

Whether we are believers, or not-yet-believers we all face a life which is full of adversity, difficulty and struggle. In this sermon we explore two questions. 1) What sort of people will we be, when we face adversity, difficulty and struggles? 2) Can w

About ten years ago a movie came out called “Courage Under Fire”. The plot of the movie was to demonstrate that people will respond differently when they find themselves in adverse and difficult situations. In the movie these people had some sameness about them:- · they all had military ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Baptist