Sermons on Persistence:

Dear God, Please Hear Me

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 18, 2012

Most of us go through times when we 'feel' God is not listening to our prayers. From Isaiah 59, this message gives some of the process for this season in our lives.

Dear God, Please Hear Me (Why God doesn’t answer) Isaiah 59:1-21 * A young man asked his girlfriend, “Can I kiss you?” and she was silent. Next, he asked, “May I kiss you?” again, she was silent. Finally, in frustration he said, “Are You deaf?” Without ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Perfect "P-O-S-E” For Victory. Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012

The more you are EXPOSED to the Word of God w/c is written in the BIBLE, the CLEARER the TARGET/GOAL. The CLEARER the GOAL creates DETERMINATION. BROAD & FOCUSED TARGET builds PERSEVERANCE & it produces PASSION. A CLEAR GOAL DIRECTS a DECISION. It is a DE

IN BODYBUILDING: --------POSING onstage is far more DIFFICULT compared to the INTENSE TRAINING in the gym. --------POSING squeezes more sweat compared to a FULL-BLAST weight lifting. --------POSING is the ONLY WAY to show the JUDGES, how FAR you ACHIEVED during WORKOUT. --------It takes TIME and a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:11

Denomination: *other

Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 26, 2012

The impetus of time, can be one of God’s pin pricks to keep us from living an insignificant life. Impetus can be defined as increased activity in response to a stimulus.

The Impetus of Time\Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda Text: Ps 72:20 The prayers of David the son of Jesse are ended. Impetus can be defined as increased activity in response to a stimulus. How many of you like the food network TV show called Chopped? They get a basket of crazy insane ingredients that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christians Are Abnormal In How They View The Future Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 14, 2012

Continuing series on the Sermon on the Mount (Christians are Abnormal) - Examines how God ansers prayer. Also suitable for Father's Day

CHRISTIANS ARE ABNORMAL IN HOW THEY VIEW THE FUTURE Matthew 7:7-11 We would like to say “thank you” this morning to all of you dads. It’s not always easy being a Dad. Man, it’s a great thing. It’s an exciting thing, but it is also a trying thing. Recognize Dads ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Horns Of The Altar

Contributed by Darin Gary on Sep 25, 2012

Adonijah sought mercy and forgiveness while gripping the horns of the altar of sacrifice in the tabernacle. King Solomon had mercy upon his step-brother Adonijah. However...

The Horns of the Altar (1 Kings 1:47-53) “…the king’s servants have gone to bless our lord King David, saying: ‘May God make the name of Solomon better than your name, and may He make his throne greater than your throne’ Then, the king bowed himself on the bed. [48] Also, the king said thus: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:47-53

Denomination: Wesleyan

Has Your Clock Stopped Ticking????

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 7, 2013

All it needs is a fresh piece of battery to get you back on your toes!

Has your clock stopped ticking???? 1 Samuel 1:7”So it was, year by year, when she went up to the house of the LORD, that she provoked her; therefore she wept and did not eat.” We have a huge collection of wall clocks adorning all over the walls of our school, Abide Angel Home, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Opposition, Prayer, And Victory Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 30, 2009

Preached in 1989. Sometimes opposition is deeply destructive and isolating; the only answer is through prayer, for ultimately integrity is given by the risen Christ.

Opposition comes in all shapes and sizes. Opposition: feeling that somebody is out to stop you -- it takes many different forms. Sometimes it is just outright, straightforward, political campaigning. Sometimes folks choose up sides and define the issues and go after each other, and that‘s all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pray You Not Enter Temptation Luke 22:39-46 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Mar 29, 2014

Prayer keeps us focused on our Calling Prayer can be painful Prayer delivers us from temptation Prayer enables us to face our lives with courage Prayer opens our eyes to spiritual realities

March 30 Luke 22:39 Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him. 40 On reaching the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not fall into temptation.” 41 He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, 42 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: *other

God Is Calling Us To Repentance

Contributed by Ken Jarman on Jun 21, 2014

The Church is in need of Revival and America is in need of healing. This sermon enlightens us about how to make this happen.

God is Calling us to Repentance By: Ken Jarman Please turn with me to: 2CH 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, 2 Timothy 4:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ask, Seek, And Knock

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 14, 2019

Jesus encourages us to pray regularly and faithfully. Why? How?

8.18.19 Luke 11:6-13 “Suppose one of you has a friend, and you go to him at midnight and tell him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves of bread, 6 because a friend of mine who is on a journey has come to me, and I do not have anything to set before him.’ 7 And the one inside replies, ‘Don’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:6-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Engine Room Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 29, 2018

God’s Word teaches us that prayer is a serious thing. We should take it seriously.

The Engine Room (Exodus 17:8-16) 1. Scotty is one of my favorite characters on Star Trek. [project phots of Scotty] In many episodes, he is the actual link to the crews survival. He says, “I’m givin her all the power I can,” but he always manages to coax a little more power out of the ship’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Perseverance

Contributed by Dennis King on Oct 25, 2022

Perhaps you've been lucky and haven’t had to endure a lot of life’s common trials and tribulations. If so, “persevering or perseverance” might not resonate much with you?

Perseverance Perseverance means various things to different people at different stages of their lives. Let's rethink some of the situations we encountered where we demonstrated tenacious determination before we discuss biblical characters that displayed exceptional perseverance. What does the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:27, Job 42:10, Romans 8:18, 1 Peter 5:8, Hebrews 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Of The Righteous Is Effective

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 6, 2025

Prayer is one of the most powerful tools in the life of a believer. It is not just communication with God but a weapon that brings transformation, restoration, and divine intervention.

PRAYER OF THE RIGHTEOUS IS EFFECTIVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 5:16 "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Luke 18:1, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Mark 11:24, Psalm 34:15 INTRODUCTION Prayer is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Luke 18:1, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Mark 11:24, Psalm 34:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Desperation That Breaks Through Resistance

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025

Desperation is often seen as a last resort, but in the life of a believer, it can be the catalyst for divine breakthrough. When we reach a point where all human efforts fail, desperation drives us to seek God with intensity and faith.

DESPERATION THAT BREAKS THROUGH RESISTANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 32:24-30 Supporting Texts: Mark 10:46-52, Luke 18:1-7, Matthew 15:21-28, Psalm 34:6 INTRODUCTION: Desperation is often seen as a last resort, but in the life of a believer, it can be the catalyst for divine ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Nagging Is Necessary Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on May 9, 2013

She was a mom with a huge problem that being ignored, brushed off, or insulted would not cause her to cease from getting her answered prayer.

Three children had become very prosperous and had accumulated vast amounts of money. They discussed what gifts they were going to give their elderly mother for Mother‘s Day. The first built a big house for his mother. The second had sent her a Mercedes with a driver. The third felt he out did the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Foursquare