Sermons on Persevering In Trials:

Grow Up! (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010

How can I tell if I’m spiritually mature?

GROW UP! (Part Two) Why should I grow? Why is it important for us to focus on spiritual maturity? One reason is so I can know God’s will. Progressing in spiritual maturity will enable me to discern God’s will and it will allow me to approve of God’s will. I will see that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Practicing Patience

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Oct 14, 2010

The Bible tells us many ways we can practice the spiritual fruit of patience, this sermon deals with three tings we must do in order to display the fuit of patience.

PRACTICING PATIENCE (All me sermon use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) Many times I pray for Wisdom - to understand my teenagers; Love - to forgive them; Patience - for their mood swings; Because, Lord if I pray for Strength, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Word Produces Godliness

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A.

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A. The Proper Response to God's Word Will Produce Godliness 1. For Two Reasons: a. Because of the Integration of Faith b. Because of the Power of God's Word -- the message comes from God with energizing power to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love In The Family Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 8, 2012

God’s family is not to be conformed to the natural living of this world but to supernatural living which is produced, directed, & empowered by God’s own Spirit. Supernatural living is transforming the outer life by the inner life being conformed to C

CHRISTIAN RELATING SERIES ROMANS 12: 9-13 LOVE IN THE FAMILY OF GOD A small boy sat with his mother in church listening to a sermon entitled, "WHAT IS A CHRISTIAN?" The preacher punctuated his message at several key points by asking, "What is a Christian?" Each time, he pounded his fist on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

"god Uses Broken Vessels."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Feb 6, 2023

Jeremiah's visit to the potter's house was a transformative experience that helped him overcome challenges and become a leader. By observing the potter's careful mastery of his craft, Jeremiah learned valuable lessons about perseverance which will help us in our Christian pilgrimage.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (2 Timothy 2: 20, 21) (20) "But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honor, and some to dishonor." (21) " If a man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, Jeremiah 18:1-6, Isaiah 64:8, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Soil Of Our Love

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

what is the soil of your heart?

I have this against you, Jesus said, you have left your first love. Last week we learned about the carnal Christian, the one who has gotten off track, but how can it happen. How does one fall out of love? How does one transfer their affections to another? Tonight lets look at the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Maintain A Good Weight Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 4, 2012

So we need to maintain a good weight as we run the race of faith. But just what does that mean?

“The Road to a Better Life: Maintain a Good Weight” Hebrews 12:1-12 Let’s have a moment of honesty. How many of you have, at some point in your life, been concerned about your weight? How many of you have been in a situation where your weight was important to the situation ...read more

Scripture: James 12:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Life Of Ministry Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 11, 2009

Looks at what Paul experienced as He ministered to the Thessalonians and what we can expect as we live a life of ministry to others

A Life of Ministry 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 A Life of Ministry affects us Emotionally (v. 2:17-20) A Life of Ministry brings Challenges (v. 3:1-5) A Life of Ministry brings Joy to our Life (v. 3:6-10) A Life of Ministry Relies on the Lord (v. 3:11-13) Introduction Slide I want to ask a question ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confessing Christ An Indispensable Duty. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Dec 29, 2004

This Sermon is #19 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON XIX. Confessing Christ an indispensable Duty. 2 Timothy ii, 12. "--If we deny him, he also will deny us." THIS is predicated of Christ; and looks forward to the day when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conquering The Enemy

Contributed by Robert Travis on Sep 22, 2001

We are in this thing to win.

CONQUERING THE ENEMY SCRIPTURE READING: EPHESIANS 6:10-20 This book covers two important areas in the Christian life. 1. The walk of the believer. 2. The warfare of the believer. I. THE ADVERSARY. vv. 10-12 In order to conquer the enemy... ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Marks Of A Soul Passionate For God

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on May 26, 2019

This sermon reminds us that nothing should hinder our passion for God. David found himself in a wilderness fleeing from Absolom but he remained passionate about God.

Here are 7 marks of a soul passionate towards God: I. Priority of God (vs 1-2) (Early will I seek Thee) II. Praise to God (vs 3-4) ( My lips shall praise Thee) (I will lift my hands in your Name) III. Pleasure in God (vs 5) (My soul shall be satisfied with marrow and fatness) IV. Preoccupied ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Improving Your Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Tom Boerma on Feb 7, 2003

An exhortation to have a powerful prayer life.

Intro. Eph. 6 is best known for the armour of God. Yet, we see an exhortation to the christian’s prevailing practice. As we see and recognize the opposition we have as God’s children and examine the equipment God has provided for us to defend us. We find an important instrument that enables us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Sunday's Best Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 31, 2005

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Are You Prepared".

Series: Are You Prepared? (Revelation) [#2] SUNDAY’S BEST Revelation 2:1-7 Introduction: Through the years when I have been asked to dress in nice clothes for something at school, work, etc…; I was often asked to wear my “Sunday’s Best”. Although my generation has seemed to change this a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Excuse Me – Can I Get Some Directions?”

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011

God provides everything we need to pass the stressful tests that come our way.

"Excuse Me -- Can I Get Some Directions?" James 1:5-7 OPEN: Today we are continuing in our study in the book of James. Last we introduced the book and took a look at the topic just the first couple of verses. James started out by talking about getting a different perspective on our problems. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible