Sermons on Persistence:

What Does It Mean To Grab Your Battle Rattle? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 7, 2022

When facing an enemy, we must be wearing the proper gear for battle.

You cannot stand against the enemy without your battle rattle. You must be wearing the whole armor of God. The battle is not a natural one, therefore natural weapons are ineffective. Spiritual battles are fought with spiritual weapons. The armor has a purpose, our responsibility is to put it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Problem That Did Not Prosper

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 24, 2022

We do not need to let our fears control us. By doing so we make our fears come in front of God. We need to recognize that God is stronger than our fears and when He has called us to do something, He will help us in doing that task.

Nehemiah was the cupbearer to the king of Persia, Artaxerxes. He was a man of God and was a trusted advisor to the king. Many decades prior, Zerubbabel was able to get the Jerusalem Temple rebuilt. Some years later, Ezra had returned to Jerusalem to help with the spiritual needs of the people. Now ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Mind To Work

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 12, 2022

Disapproval and discouragement can result from ridicule. We should choose not to respond in the same manner or to become discouraged when we are ridiculed for our faith or criticized for doing what we know is right.

Many years prior to Nehemiah’s time, the Northern Kingdom had been conquered and many were taken captive to other lands. The conquering nation introduced prisoners from other lands, which led to intermarriage with the few Israelites. This blending of the races produced the people known as the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are We To Do When Trouble Comes?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 3, 2023

God is always there to assist us, offering safety, peace, and refuge. God’s power is unending, and the victory has already been won. Those who love Him will be rescued by Him.

Psalm 46:1-11 This is another case of what Christians are supposed to do when they face a problem and what some might do. How Christians handle deal with a trouble can either positively or negatively affect others. Trust and thanksgiving are the primary topics in Psalm 46. It starts with solid ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Heaven Is Silent

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Apr 27, 2024

Have you ever felt like the Lord wasn’t listening? I know I have. I’ve had times when it felt like my prayer just bounced off the ceiling and came down upon my head again. I think it’s one of those things that everyone experiences from time to time.

When the Heaven is Silent Mat 15:21-28 Have you ever felt like the Lord wasn’t listening? I know I have. I’ve had times when it felt like my prayer just bounced off the ceiling and came down upon my head again. I think it’s one of those things that everyone experiences from time to time. You’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

"Pray Without Ceasing”

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Apr 29, 2024

Jesus told them a story showing that it was necessary for them to pray consistently and never quit.

“Jesus told them a story showing that it was necessary for them to pray consistently and never quit. He said, “There was once a judge in some city who never gave God a thought and cared nothing for people. A widow in that city kept after him: ‘My rights are being violated. Protect me!’ “He never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, 2 Kings 8:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Humility Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2024

Godly leaders must possess humility, patience, and tact, just like Nehemiah. How we approach any situation, and the attitude we possess, will greatly affect our ability to lead and enjoy success.

The Humility of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 2: 1-8 In the previous chapter, Nehemiah was made aware of the desperate situation in Jerusalem. While he was far removed from the city and the difficulties facing the remnant who had returned, Nehemiah was deeply burdened for the needs of the city and the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Bartimaeus Miracle

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Feb 16, 2025

In this sermon we are not so focused on what the Bartimaeus miracle was, but how he received it. God is no respect of persons but he is a respect of faith. If we can walk the steps of Bartimaeus we can get our own miracle.

Mark 10:46-52 TLB And so they reached Jericho. Later, as they left town, a great crowd was following. Now it happened that a blind beggar named Bartimaeus (the son of Timaeus) was sitting beside the road as Jesus was going by. [47] When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus from Nazareth was near, he began ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Of My Work? A Broken Heart

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 16, 2023

Let us consider: WHAT OF MY WORK? PERHAPS THIS BROKEN HEART WILL CLEAR MY FAITH. By faith we must overcome obstacles.

WHAT OF MY WORK?… A BROKEN HEART CAN CLEAR UP OUR VISION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Several part lesson.) Psalm 66:10 For thou, O God, hast proved us: thou hast tried us, as silver is tried. We are working under the premise: SOMETIMES THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:10, Proverbs 17:3, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Happens To Me? For Me? Humpty Dumpty

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 3, 2023

Are you one of those that complain what is happening to you? A correction must be made: what is happening for me.

IT IS NOT HAPPENING TOO ME, IT IS HAPPENING FOR ME… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube Wade Hughes) Text: Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (MSG) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 18:4, 1 John 3:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Our Midnight Friend

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

In this chapter, Jesus talks about a midnight friend who shares his three loaves. Jesus is our midnight friend. We can go to our Jesus even at late night. Most of the time, when our friends visit us, we have nothing to offer them.

And He said to them, “Which of you shall have a friend, and go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 for a friend of mine has come to me on his journey, and I have nothing to set before him’; 7 and he will answer from within and say, ‘Do not trouble me; the door is now ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-7

Never Stop Praying: A Beacon Of Hope SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A motivational discourse on the power of unceasing prayer and its role as a source of hope.

Persistent Prayer Provides Hope Today, we embark on a series that delves into the topic of hope. Hope is an essential aspect of our lives, motivating us to get out of bed each morning. In times of difficulty and monotony, hope enables us to keep moving forward. However, we often search for hope in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Topics: Prayer, Persistence, Hope

The Parable Of The Three Friends Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 14, 2025

Jesus answered a disciple's request (Lord, teach us to pray) with an example--and a story!

The Parable of the Three Friends (Full disclosure: Dr. Vance Havner wrote a sermon based on this text in his book, “Why Not Just Be Christians?”, published by Fleming Revell before 1977. This message is not a plagiary of his work. I preached a sermon based on this text on Sunday evening, June 1, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Thy Will Be Done" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

Persistency in prayer keeps us from self-reliance.

"Thy Will Be Done," Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts "Thy will be done, as in heaven, so on earth" When I was stationed in Frankfurt, Germany, I often reported to V Corps Headquarters, which was located in the historic Abrams Bldg. To get upstairs there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-42, Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

Praying 'til We Pray

Contributed by A. W. Tozer on Jun 12, 2009

A classic message on persistent prayer by A. W. Tozer.

Dr. Moody Stuart, a great praying man of a past generation, once drew up a set of rules to guide him in his prayers. Among these rules is this one: "Pray till you pray." The difference between praying till you quit and praying till you pray is illustrated by the American evangelist John Wesley Lee. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational