Sermons on Persistent Faith:

"Giving Up--Never An Option"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 16, 2003

Why the Christian should never consider giving up.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches October 12, 2003 “Giving Up--is Never an Option” Matthew 9:22 Galatians 6:1-10 INTRODUCTION: Think back on a time in your life when you gave up on something or someone and years later you said, “I wish I would have stuck it out just a little bit longer.” I “gave ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:22, Galatians 6:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Compassion & Understanding Of The Lord Heals The Canaanite Woman’s Daughter

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

Because we harbour differences, misunderstandings, resentments, and issues that we must sort out with the Lord, he may growl at us when we ask for a favour. But if our faith in God remains unshaken, the Lord will ensure that God will answer our cries for help.

Today, I want to hear God speaking to us through the story of Jesus healing the Canaanite woman’s daughter, who was tormented by a demon. For many reasons, this is a unique and fascinating story. For starters, this story, which is placed in the region of Tyre and Sidon, is among the two stories ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Is Seeing Believing Or Is Believing Seeing?

Contributed by Darian Catron on Aug 19, 2016

Christianity is the Good News that we can be saved, not by trying harder and depending on ourselves or our own promises, but in trusting God's power to save through the cross and the blood and the resurrection.

INTRODUCTION: We've been hearing about those fires in Southern California and floods in Louisiana. And I found this story that really spoke to me... One night a house caught fire and a young boy was forced to flee to the roof. The father stood on the ground below with outstretched arms, calling to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 3:10-12, Romans 3:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dialogue With God -- Prerequsites To Prayer 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 9, 2018

Fourth in a series on prayer dealing with the prerequisites for prayer related to our walk

“Divine Dialogue” Pt 4 Prayer Factors related to our Walk I. PERSPECTIVE ON PRAYER -- What is prayer? II. PURPOSE OF PRAYER – Why Pray? III. PREREQUISITES FOR PRAYER – Who can pray? A. Factors related to the WORK and PERSON OF CHRIST B. Factors related to the WALK of Christians In the last ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I Hate These Things- God! Malachi Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 18, 2005

The Lord tells his people that he hates the following 4 things: Leaders who mislead His people, people who break the faith, divorce and violence.

Malachi Pt 2 “I hate these things!” God Thesis: The Lord tells his people that he hates the following 4 things: Leaders who mislead His people, people who break the faith, divorce and violence. Opening Thoughts about our text today: He hates that Levi and its priests have not honored His word and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

And The Rain Came.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 1, 2004

Once we deal with the sin that is causing the problem, we will remove the hindrance to the blessing.

And the rain came. First Kings 18:41 -- 46. 06/30/04 When we come to these vs. in chapter 18 of first Kings we find that God has been proclaimed as God and the 450 prophets of Baal have been slain. God can now bless the land. Rain is on the way. The drought is about to be over because rain is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41

Denomination: Baptist

Ride It Out

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jan 18, 2015

This sermon encourages every child of God to ride out the storm; no matter how bad things may get.

Introduction: A good friend of mine who's gone home to glory use to say before every storm; I ain't leaving, I am going to ride it out. The Apostle is warning us that fatigue will factor into all of our lives. But he encourages us not to become weary with well doing. In other words; he is telling ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Eighteen Fruit In The 11 Chapter Of Hebrews

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 24, 2016

18 faith fruit found in a chapter of the Bible known as the ‘Faith Chapter’. We too need to hold on to these that we may, act, walk and live a life of faith.

EIGHTEEN FRUIT FOUND IN THE 11 CHAPTER OF THE BOOK OF HEBREWS Here are 18 faith fruit found in a chapter of the Bible known as the ‘Faith Chapter’. We too need to hold on to these that we may, act, walk and live a life of faith. Life with its circumstances can seem to surround us at ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-10

The Blind Men Came To Him Series

Contributed by Greg Hess on Jun 29, 2002

DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH

DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH Matt 9:27-30 the blind men came to Him The blind men followed Jesus asking for mercy Persistent following in darkness will yield great benefits When they entered the house – The time was right – all in God’s time The place was right – no distractions from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Hearing To Experiencing

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025

Beloved, it is not enough to only hear about what God has done for others. Testimonies are divine invitations for you to step into your own encounter. Don’t remain at the level of observation—step into participation.

FROM HEARING TO EXPERIENCING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 5:25-34 Supporting Texts: 1 John 1:1, Joshua 2:1-23, Acts 10:34 INTRODUCTION: Many believers have heard of the mighty acts of God—how He heals, delivers, saves, and lifts. These testimonies are not just for admiration, but to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Connecting With Community Provides Hope Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 8, 2007

The more closely I am tied to the Christian community of a local church the more hopeful I will be!

Connecting with Community Provides Hope – 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20 Part 2 of 4 in the series “A Time for Hope!” We’re glad you’re here today as we continue our series on hope. Hope is a vital part of life. Once you start losing hope your life becomes more challenging. You’re more easily ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Effectual Fervent Prayers

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 15, 2023

James 5:16 tells us 3 things about prayer: 1). The Kind of Person we must be to pray it, 2). The Kind of Prayer which must be prayed, and 3). The Effect of a persistent, believing prayer.

EFFECTUAL FERVENT PRAYERS James 5:16B-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Preacher’s Kids often Play Church 1. Johnny’s mother looked out the window and noticed him “playing church” with their cat. The cat was sitting quietly and he was preaching to it. She smiled and went about her work. 2. A while ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Vision 101

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 17, 2020

A Biblical perspective on vision.

INTRODUCTION Any successful endeavor requires a vision.."to see things that are visible" but it also means the ability to see other things." The dictionary says it is "unusual competence in discernment or perception; intelligent foresight" As it pertains to the work of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, Ephesians 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

See What Jesus Does For His Faithful Ones

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 7, 2024

If Elijah’s prophetic gift would not bring the whole people back to proper worship and right living, then he would exercise it for only one pagan family:

Thirty-second Sunday in Course 2024 Today’s Scripture readings have a laser-focus on the plight of the poor—especially widows and orphans—and the care that God wants to give them. That care, of course, is usually through the ministry of those who follow the second greatest commandment, “Love your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10-16, Psalm 146:7-10, Hebrews 9:24-28, Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Catholic

Having Faith In God's Unchanging Word.

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 10, 2024

In the times we live in it is important to remember that God's Word does not change and is the foundation for our lives.

Having Faith in God’s unchanging word. Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational