Sermons on Persevering:

Fruitlessness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 27, 2013

In the middle of faithlessness and unrepentance, God moves graciously.

Luke 13:1-9, 31-35 “Fruitlessness” INTRODUCTION Two teenagers were driving along a mountain road near Flagstaff. As some of us have a tendency to do, they were going rather fast—about 75 miles per hour. The driver lost control of the truck. The truck crashed through the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The God Of All Grace Empowers Us To Stand In Grace Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Living as a Church in a Foreign Land The God of all Grace Empowers us to Stand in Grace

Living as a Church in a Foreign Land The God of all Grace Empowers us to Stand in Grace 1 Peter 5:10-14 David Taylor This is our last week in our third mini series in 1 Peter, “Living as a Church in a Foreign Land,” We have a youth service next week; communion; then The Seven. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hall Of Faith

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 27, 2013

Running the race with the heroes of the faith, with our eyes fixed on Jesus.

THE HALL OF FAITH. Hebrews 11:29-12:2. 1. In the earlier verses of Hebrews 11, the ‘Hall of Faith’ (as I have called it) spoke of faithful individuals, ranging from Abel through Abraham to Moses. Now we have a shift to the plural, emphasising the collective faith of all involved. “By faith THEY ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-40, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persevere In Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 12, 2014

Whatever happens do what God says!

Before we read Chapter 4 of 1 Samuel, open your Bibles for a moment to Exodus 13…. Page…. Remember that God saved His people Israel from Egypt; now look at Exodus 13:17….. From the very beginning, God allowed a people called the Philistines to go against Israel, God’s ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Run With Endurance

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 12, 2008

It is a race that is : 1.Set 2.Planned 3.Focused 5. Confident 6.Disciplined 7.Informed 8.Public

Hebrews 12. 1,21 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a great outstanding feature of the Christian is that cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Our Inheritance As Children Of God

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

One of things the devil likes to do is discourage believers. He deceives them into thinking that being a Christian means losing up more than gaining. Today I want to encourage true Christian believers in Christ. We ought to rejoice in the Lord for we are

Intro: One of things the devil likes to do is discourage believers. He deceives them into thinking that being a Christian means losing up more than gaining. Today I want to encourage true Christian believers in Christ. We ought to rejoice in the Lord for we are very rich in Christ. Today I want us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-18

Denomination: *other

How David Battled The Giant Of Depression

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Jan 3, 2017

Every human faces depression at some point in their lives, yes even men that love God.....like King David.

THE HALL OF FAITH Hebrews 11:29-12:2 1. In the earlier verses of Hebrews 11, the ‘Hall of Faith’ (as I have called it) spoke of faithful individuals, ranging from Abel through Abraham to Moses. Now we have a shift to the plural, emphasising the collective faith of all involved. “By faith THEY ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 38:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

The Cost Of Discipleship.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2022

Let us not be of those who draw back.

THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP. John 6:60-71. JOHN 6:60. “Many therefore of His disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it?” Many “disciples,” who had been following Jesus for a season, were now beginning to turn back. All this talk about eating His flesh – ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Just Shall Live By Their Faith

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 2, 2022

God gives an answer to struggle, sufferings, problems, and unfairness.

“The Just Live by Faith” Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4 1. The Prophet has some trouble understanding the reasoning Israel is suffering • Habakkuk says,2How long, O LORD, must I call for help? Why do you tolerate the wrong? Its so bad it seems Justice never prevails. • The situation for Israel is ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

A Special Visitor.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Dec 4, 2021

A young girl becomes pregnant after one of Gods angels visits her with news from God. She realizes from his message to her that she has been picked to bear a child that will change the world.

Sermon Title: A special visitor. Scripture Text: Luke 1:26-38 Jesus is a masculine given name derived from Greek form of the Hebrew and Aramaic name Yeshua or Y'shua. As its roots lie in the name Yeshua/Y'shua, it is etymologically related to another biblical name, Joshua. Some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"It’s Essential”

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 3, 2020

Covid-19 makes us have essential and non-essential workers this Palm Sunday it was essential. It Was Essential that Jesus went to Jerusalem, there is an essential need not only in Jerusalem, but in the world, It’s essential that we all be Christ Bearers, Its essential we offer people Hope.

Mark 11:1-11 “It’s Essential” 1. First, why did Jesus go to Jerusalem It was essential? • Prior to events of this day Jesus was in Jericho, where he healed a blind beggar and ate with a known tax collector (Luke 18:35– 35 The Blind man was setting by the road "He called out, "Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Men Of God Emulate The Examples Of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, And Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives.

As men of God, we are called to lead, protect, and love our families with the same devotion and character as the biblical heroes who came before us. In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives. Leading ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Hope Beyond Tears: Finding Comfort In Revelation 21:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 30, 2024

Today we turn our hearts to the comforting words found in Revelation 21:4, a promise of hope that sustains us in the midst of trials and tribulations.

Hope Beyond Tears: Finding Comfort in Revelation 21:4 Introduction: Today we turn our hearts to the comforting words found in Revelation 21:4, a promise of hope that sustains us in the midst of trials and tribulations. In this passage, we glimpse the glorious future that awaits God's children, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overview Of 1 Peter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon encourages perseverance in faith and purity, reminding us of our chosen status and the promise of a Heavenly inheritance despite worldly adversities.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we find solace, strength, and spiritual sustenance. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Heavenly Father, in his infinite wisdom and boundless love, has led us to this moment, to this place, to this very message. Today, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Topics: Overview, 1 Peter