Sermons on Preventing Backsliding:

Motivation To Serve God

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 28, 2008

Staying motivated while serving God can be difficult but God has given us keys for maintaining motivation in the Great Commission He’s called us to - these keys will help you stay focussed and energized towards the goal.

Merriam-Webster’s Definition: Motivation is something, as a need or desire, that causes a person to act. Russ Akins – “Motivation is the measure of what it takes to overcome initial inertia and become activated towards some sort of accomplishment.” Introduction: One second before you die, if you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' High Priestly Prayer Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 9, 2013

An introduction to Jesus' High Priestly Prayer.

JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Introduction) John 17:1-26 I usually try to refrain from using words such as best or greatest. The reason is because I realize that quite often “best” is in the eye of the beholder. What we speak of as being best would be better described as being our favorite. If ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Text Message From Heaven Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 11, 2024

Do you ever wish God would just send you a text message? You’ve hit the proverbial fork in the road and you’re not sure which road to take. Wouldn’t it be nice if God just sent you a text message and said, “Go right!”

Text Message from Heaven Text: Acts 16:6-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: Do you ever wish God would just send you a text message? You’ve hit the proverbial fork in the road and you’re not sure which road to take. Wouldn’t it be nice if God just sent you a text message and said, “Go ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Methodist

Being A Clog In The Pipe

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 8, 2004

Have you ever had a clog in your pipes that stops up all the water from draining out into the septic tank? If you have then you know the problems of stopped up pipes. Achan was a clog in the pipes that stopped the blessing of God from not only flowing o

TEXT: Joshua 7:10-12; 16-26 TITLE: BEING A CLOG IN THE PIPE Have you ever had a clog in your pipes that stops up all the water from draining out into the septic tank? If you have then you know the problems of stopped up pipes. Achan was a clog in the pipes that stopped the blessing of God from ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Soar Like An Eagle

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 30, 2007

Things in this life can weigh us down, but God intended for us to soar like eagles!

Soar Like An Eagle Sometimes in our battles we try to fight the enemy on his terms and in his territory. Eventually we get beat down or defeated. God never intended for us to fight this way. He intended us to soar like eagles. Eagles fly higher than their enemies. They stay out of reach of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:30-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Stand In Awe Of God" Ecc Pt6 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 19, 2007

The believer must come to church with a sense of awe for God and listen to what the Spirit is saying about broken vows and the misuse of money. If we fail to invite God into our lives then we will live a meaningless life and that life will be a life of mi

“Stand in awe of God!” Ecclesiastes Pt 6 Opening Illustration: What happens in 30 minutes? Have a timer with on the pulpit – set it for 30 minutes in front of everyone. The lesson from the timer is what motivated Solomon to write the book of Ecclesiastes because time was running out for him and for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Soul Searching

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 10, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 1: 1 – 19

Jeremiah 1: 1 – 19 Soul Searching 1 The words of Jeremiah the son of Hilkiah, of the priests who were in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin, 2 to whom the word of the LORD came in the days of Josiah the son of Amon, king of Judah, in the thirteenth year of his reign. 3 It came also in the days of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"let God Arise" Is The Easter Celebration Message. (Series Of Teachings) Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 14, 2023

"Let God arise," is a call for God to reveal His power and sovereignty, to act on behalf of His people, and to bring justice to the world. It expresses trust in God's ability to intervene and make a difference in our lives.

"Let God arise" is the Easter celebration message. (Series of teachings) Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, March 14, 2023 PART ONE: LET GOD ARISE Psalm 44:26 "Rise up, be our help, and redeem us for the sake of Your lovingkindness." INTRODUCTION What does ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Watch Them Snakes Series

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Apr 5, 2017

A Message On Psalms 23

In Safe in the Shepherd's Arms, Author Max Lucado noted sheep need protection from adders. He said," Adders are small brown snakes that live underground, they pop out of the ground to bite sheep on the nose. The small bite on the nose will cause an infection and the sheep may die. To prevent the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dark Deception Of Pedophiles In The Pulpit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 5, 2025

In the context of pedophiles disguising themselves as prophets, preachers and priests, we must turn to Scripture for guidance and wisdom.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of false teachers and spiritual leaders who seek to exploit and harm the vulnerable. In the context of pedophiles disguising themselves as prophets, preachers and priests, we must turn to Scripture for guidance and wisdom. Identifying the Wolves in Sheep's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:6

I Will Not Be Defeated

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jan 1, 2026

Though Christians are not immune from challenges of life, our Savior helps us in times of trouble, so we are able to stand undefeated. Praise God.

Song: I have Jesus, I cannot fail, I cannot fail, I cannot fail. To defeat is to “win a victory over (someone) in a battle or other contest; …” – Google. As human beings, we all face various kinds of battles in life that want to win a victory over us. Some battles manifest in the form of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:19, 2 Corinthians 4:8-18, Isaiah 54:17, Psalm 118:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Open Door—1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 26, 2003

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. The church in Philadelphia was told that Jesus had placed an open door before them. There are 10 places God’s open door leads the church.

GOD’S OPEN DOOR-I—Revelation 3:7-13 The church in Philadelphia was told that Jesus had placed an open door before them. The true church has an open door from Jesus before her. Where does God’s open door lead? 10 places God’s open door leads the church. 1—God’s open door leads ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Celebrate Of Saviors Coming With Self Control Series

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Feb 4, 2003

Series of Sermons for the Advent season on the fruits of the spirit. Sermon 9 of 9

Christmas Day Service December 25, 2002 Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Fellow worshipers of the Christ child: The last fruit of the Spirit isn’t an easy one to display at this time of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Overcoming Addictions

Contributed by J. B. Hall on Dec 23, 2008

This sermon gives the clear Biblical prescription for overcoming ANY addiction!

“Overcoming Addictions” Romans 6:14 By: Pastor J. B. Hall Introduction: Addictions are at epidemic proportions in today’s world. Today’s addictions include a wide array of deviant behaviors; and range from drug and alcohol abuse, to addictions to pornography, gambling, excessive shopping and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

How God Can Use Sickness And Healing To Work All Things Together For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

None of us want to miss out on the wonderful things that God has in mind for our lives. Let us listen to what the Spirit of God is telling us through these examples as we filter them through our understanding of the scriptures. Throughout the ages we know

How God Can Use Sickness and Healing to Work All Things Together for Good - Rom 8:28 None of us want to miss out on the wonderful things that God has in mind for our lives. Let us listen to what the Spirit of God is telling us through these examples as we filter them through our understanding ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational