Sermons on Peters Failure:

6 Steps That Led Peter To Deny Christ And May Lead Us Too

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Nov 26, 2019

What steps led Peter to deny Christ? Can these steps be repeated in the lives of believers? How can we avoid repeating Peter's denial of Christ in our own lives?

We know from the Gospels that Peter was a transparent man. He would ask Jesus the obvious questions, showed his feelings, and even boasted that he would stay with Christ to the end. However, that boasting did not last very long at all: ...she looked upon him, and said, And thou also wast with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-68, Mark 14:29, Mark 14:37, Mark 14:40-41, Mark 14:31, Mark 14:47, Mark 14:54, Mark 14:71, Mark 14:72  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

More Powerful Than Prison Bars

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 26, 2014

Prayer is the divine means to access the power of God.

“I, Paul, myself entreat you, by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—I who am humble when face to face with you, but bold toward you when I am away!—I beg of you that when I am present I may not have to show boldness with such confidence as I count on showing against some who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday – The Betrayal Of Christ

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Apr 18, 2009

The closest companions betray Christ because of the reality of life.

Palm Sunday – The Betrayal of Christ Over the last few weeks we have been examining snapshots of Jesus’ ministry. In particular moments that took place in Jerusalem and around the temple. Today is Palm Sunday. A day that we remember the parade that occurred when Jesus and his followers ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

"from Failure To Favor: Jesus' Transforming Love"

Contributed by Mark Zorn on Sep 16, 2025

Grace and restoration are at the heart of our relationship with God. In this deeply personal encounter, we see the power of Christ’s love to restore and commission us, even when we’ve faltered. But how does this restoration speak to us today?

Introduction: Grace and restoration are at the heart of our relationship with God. Today’s scripture takes us to the shores of the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus appears to His disciples after His resurrection. In this deeply personal encounter, we see the power of Christ’s love to restore and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Promises: Barnabas

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 30, 2009

As we grow older we find meaning in encouraging others, especially the young. Trusting them is equivalent to trusting God.

We like to say that age is a state of mind more than it is a set of numbers on the calendar. We tell each other, "You’re only as old as you feel." But you know, I’m finding that it is important to know what you feel. It is important to listen to yourself as you age. I am not referring to aches ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

My Greatest Mistakes

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Feb 17, 2009

Of all my mistakes there are a few that stand out! Here are a few that I consider "My GREATEST MISTAKES!"

MY GREATEST MISTAKES April 6, 2008 The other day I was praying in my office. I began my prayer by telling God how I sorry I was for some areas I felt I had failed in & was asking for His forgiveness & help in those areas. In my mind & prayer I began to list AREAS OF FAILURE in my life & began ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 31, 2006

In the spiritual battle Satan is going to try and con us with the lie that we are not good enough to be part of God’s family. In such circumstances we need to hold onto Jesus knowing that He is the One who makes us thoroughly equipped.

Ephesians 6:14a The Breastplate of Righteousness Scripture Readings:- Isaiah 59:1; 12-20 Romans 6:1-14 Ephesians 6:10-18 Sermon Text Ephesians 6:14b Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ, Let’s imagine you are reading the “cars for sale” section of the local paper. Someone is selling a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Followers Of Jesus Fail?

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Why do followers of Jesus fail? (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Mark chapter 9 verse 14-29. Ill: Stephen Pile – Book of Heroic Failures. (1). • The prize for the most useless weapon of all times goes to the Russians. • They invented the “dog mine.” • The plan was to train the dogs to associate food ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Brethren

His Sweeping Excellence-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 10, 2011

2 of 3. Hebrews divulges the sweeping excellence of Jesus’ ministry(High Priesthood) as confirmed thru the New Covenant. How is the excellence of such confirmed? Confirming the sweeping excellence of Jesus’ priesthood is...

HIS SWEEPING EXCELLENCE-II—Hebrews 8:1-13 Attention: A pair of chickens walk into a public library, find the librarian & say, ’Buk Buk BUK.’ The librarian decides that the chickens want three books, & promptly gives them some.  Without further ado, the chickens walk out. Around midday, the two ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Did Jesus Fail?

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 1, 2009

This message explains why Jesus could not perform a great work in His hometown of Nazareth.

Text: “He could not do any miracles there, except lay his hands on a few sick people and heal them” (Mark 6:5). If Jesus could not do any more miracles here in Nazareth He must be classified as a failure. Do you agree with that statement? If you or I try to write a book or a song and we are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Remember Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 16, 2009

How can this great book on leadership end this way? This chapter is a reflection on everything that has gone on up until this point. But it’s not a rose-colored reflection. It is an honest look at how quickly the remnant fell away and it demands an hones

That was a lot to read, so I want to briefly give you an overview of what’s going on here. Sometime, either before the chapter, or after verse 3, Nehemiah leaves town to fulfill the promise he made to the king back in chapter 2. We don’t really know exactly how long Nehemiah was gone. It could ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Faith Of David On Trial Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on May 29, 2009

What a strange passage of Scripture we have before us concerning David’s faith.

The Faith of David on Trial by Gerald Van Horn Text. Hebrews 11:32-33, 2 Samuel 24:24 Introduction. What a strange passage of Scripture we have before us concerning David’s faith. David knew he had sinned in numbering the people therefore he needed to make a sacrifice for his sin. Araunah, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Free To Fail

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 27, 2010

Abraham Lincoln suffered a string of failures before he was elected to the presidency. His country store went out of business. As a young lawyer he had trouble getting clients. He was defeated in his campaigns for the state legislature, the House of Repre

FREE TO FAIL Matthew 25:24-25; Philippians 4:13 Abraham Lincoln suffered a string of failures before he was elected to the presidency. His country store went out of business. As a young lawyer he had trouble getting clients. He was defeated in his campaigns for the state legislature, the House of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 4: When I Don’t Take Responsibility

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 12, 2010

What happens with failure and how to come back from a failure.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 25:14-30 1. I was tired/weak – unable. 2. I was not ready – unprepared. 3. I didn’t give it the time – uncommitted. 4. I didn’t have the skills – unfit. 5. I didn’t get help – unable to work with others. 6. I didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Being True Despite Disappointments Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Mar 15, 2010

When we follow God we expect God to open closed doors and lead us victoriously. But many times in the midst of our obedience to God, we face great challenges in life and encounter failures. At such times we usually tend to blame God and our enthusiasm of

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Denomination: Assembly Of God