Sermons on Persisting:

All We Have Is A Prayer Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

When you consider the sin of mankind and the tumult of the nations, what hope is there for sinful man. The truth is that all we have is a prayer--and it's enough when you pray as Daniel prayed.

Pray to our only hope—an awesome loving God to Save us from our Sins Many of you know that I’m a fan of spectator sports. Each morning I generally have my devotions in two different places, in the Bible, and the sports page. As a sports fan, I’m familiar with mismatches—like when the #1 ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:1-20, Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

The Lord's Prayer Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 1, 2014

Jesus' teaching on the Lord's Prayer in Luke 11:1-13 teaches us that impudent prayer is essential to a godly life.

Scripture Jesus taught his disciples many truths on his way from Galilee to Jerusalem. After teaching on the nature of mission and the importance of commitment, Jesus taught his disciples about various relationships. In three steps, Jesus worked from one fellow’s human inward to our most ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pray, People, Pray.

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 17, 2011

How should we pray? As Jesus taught His disciples, He also teaches us: 1. Pray with great determination (vs. 5-8) 2. Pray with great expectation (vs. 9-10) 3. Picture our Heavenly Father’s dedication (vs. 11-13) 4. Ponder God’s escalation (vs. 13)

Pray, People, Pray. Luke 11:5-13 Highland Baptist Church New Chapel Hill Baptist Church May 15, 2011 Lesson by Rick Crandall *We are here today to talk about prayer. Some of the best things that have ever happened in this world have happened in answer to prayer. I know this is true in your life, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Call Of Duty: Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Oct 27, 2015

By making sure that we put on the full armor of God we can be certain that the battle will be won.

Call of Duty: Spiritual Warfare This is a picture of the most famous fighter pilot in history. Fighting in a time when winning five air battles was considered impressive, he has been credited with 80 confirmed air combat victories, with several others suspected but unable to be proven. In fact, he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Please Take A Number And Wait Your Turn!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 12, 2019

Can we identify the BIGGER PICTURE. Lord give me patience right now? Often we find life hits us in BIG WADS, we must understand we can find God in hidden obstacles.

PLEASE TAKE A NUMBER AND WAIT YOUR TURN… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (I do this in two parts) Have you ever honestly tried to identity 5 spiritual issues that you have hidden from others and hidden from yourself? Will we ask the Holy Spirit to expose and help us to identify ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:3, Proverbs 13:12, Job 14:1, Jeremiah 22:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does A Healthy Church Look Like

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 27, 2019

Paul says that He uses the church of Thessalonica as an example to other churches of a church worthy of emulating (v. 4). In noting what Paul praises about this church we can see what a healthy church looks like.

“What Does A Healthy Church Look Like?” 2 Thessalonians. 1:1-4 It is hard to know what it takes to be healthy these days. Almost every week we hear how ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Wrestling Match With God

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Sep 12, 2022

Jacob needed to deepen his relationship with God. He also needed an object lesson that would teach him some things about the way he related to God. Because Jacob needed a change. Most of us need that too, both the lesson and often the change.

Alba 4-21-13 A Wrestling Match With God Genesis 32:22-32 Most of you probably know about the song called “A Boy Named Sue” that was recorded by Johnny Cash. It is about a boy whose father left him and his mother when he was little, but before leaving named the boy Sue. Part of the song goes like ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Facing Opposition

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 14, 2024

Continuing series on Nehemiah, addresses how to handle opposition and obstacles

Nehemiah 4 When Facing Opposition This afternoon is Super Bowl 58. I’m not much of a sports fan, and don’t really care to watch games, but in years past Gladys and I have watched some of them just to see the commercials. This year there is something different though. Sarah Thomas will become ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Sin Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 26, 2008

This message reveals sin in a little different way.

UNDERSTANDING SIN Romans 7:7-25 (Begin with the skit – “Do Not Touch” – chair) 1. What is it about being told “not to” that cause us to “want to?” For some, reason, just the knowledge that we are not supposed to do “a thing” is enough to motivate us to “do it”. 2. As children, we remember the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-25

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Willing To Go Forth?

Contributed by Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.d. on Jan 4, 2003

Do we spend too much time trying to resurrect what God has already taken from us? The children of Israel face the tough decision to go forth! What about you?

ARE YOU WILLING TO GO FORTH? JOSHUA 1: 1-5. ONE OF THE MATCHLESS POINTS OF GENIUS AND BEAUTY OF THE BIBLE IS FOUND IN ITS CAPACITY TO BE PROFOUNDLY SIMPLE. THIS IS TO SAY, OFTEN THE BIBLE SPEAKS IN SIMPLE LANGUAGE AND IN A SIMPLE WAY TO MANY OF THE COMPLEX AND ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-5, John 4:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Listening And Reacting

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

Blind Bartimaeus healed. How to be healed

Title: Listening and Reacting Theme: Text: Mark 10:46-47 Now they came to Jericho. As He went out of Jericho with His disciples and a great multitude, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the road begging. 47 And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Needs A Break! (Mark 7:24-37)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 5, 2007

Jesus Needs a Break! Depictions of Christ suffering on the cross are common in Christian literature and iconography. Few though are the depictions of Jesus walking around..

Our Gospel reading this morning is from Mark chapter 7, where we come across a Jesus who is tired - tired, I think, to the point of exhaustion. This is not the sort of depiction of Jesus that is given much attention by the church. I’ve never seen a stained-glass window with an image of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Jesus Needs A Break! Mark 7:24-37

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 14, 2006

Depictions of Christ suffering on the cross are common in Christian literature and iconography. Few though are the depictions of Jesus walking around exhausted, during his earthly ministry. Yet the tiredness of Jesus is seen commonly in the Gospels, and

Our Gospel reading this morning is from Mark chapter 7, where we come across a Jesus who is tired - tired, I think, to the point of exhaustion. This is not the sort of depiction of Jesus that is given much attention by the church. I’ve never seen a stained-glass window with an image of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

When Prayers Are Answered Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 15, 2008

When we look at answered prayer, do we wonder if the prayer will be answered?

When Prayers Are Answered Sermon by CH(CPT) Keith J. Andrews All scriptures marker ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001. Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Several years ago the was a book called, “the prayer of Jabez.” I have not read the book, so I won’t give you a critique on ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Treasure Hunt

Contributed by Steven Spillman on Jul 14, 2008

“‘But you, O mountains of Israel, will produce branches and fruit for my people Israel, for they will soon come home. I am concerned for you and will look on you with favor; you will be plowed and sown, and I will multiply the number of people upon you, e

“‘But you, O mountains of Israel, will produce branches and fruit for my people Israel, for they will soon come home. I am concerned for you and will look on you with favor; you will be plowed and sown, and I will multiply the number of people upon you, even the whole house of Israel. The towns ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational