Sermons on Reliance On The Lord:

The Believer's Hope

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Mar 2, 2024

Characteristics of the believer’s hope...our hope is based on a living person, that person being Jesus Christ.

Australian aborigines pictured heaven as a distant island beyond the western horizon. The early Finns thought heaven was a distant island in the faraway East. Mexicans, Peruvians, and Polynesians believed they went to the sun or the moon after death. Native Americans believed that in the afterlife ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:7-10, Hebrews 6:19, 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Shield Of Faith: Lessons From Captain America Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

Captain America, known for his unwavering principles, sense of duty, and indestructible shield, Captain America offers us powerful lessons that resonate deeply with our Christian faith. Lets uncover biblical truths about righteousness, resilience, and reliance on God's protection.

The Shield of Faith: Lessons from Captain America Introduction Today, I want to share with you a message inspired by an iconic superhero—Captain America. Known for his unwavering principles, sense of duty, and indestructible shield, Captain America offers us powerful lessons that resonate deeply ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14, James 1:2-4, Psalm 18:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christians In Name Only Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 28, 2010

In order to avoid being Christians in name only, we must continue to rely upon the Holy Spirit and not our own wisdom and power.

In his commentary on World Net Daily posted on April 21, 2009, David Welch wrote the following words: One of the most massive and widespread occurrences of identity theft has happened, and it is not even attracting the attention of local, state or national leaders. This particularly insidious ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Scary Movie: Fear Of Shame #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 25, 2019

I will not allow my fears to stand in the way of what God has called me to do.

What is the one or two things you would do right now to serve the Lord if money, family, talent, friends or time weren’t an issue? We all have a really scary movie playing in the theater of our minds. An unredeemed imagination which unmonitored will take us into all kinds of darkness and despair. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rebel Without A Cause

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 14, 2012

A sermon about the dangers of rebellion.

“Rebel without a Cause!” 1 Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because thou hast rejected the word of the LORD, he hath also rejected thee from being king. Wikpedia - Rebel Without a Cause is a 1955 American drama ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:23

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoicing, Even In The Pressure

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 27, 2016

When the tough times come, our prayers must increase. Then, when the prayer increases – our faithfulness will also increase because we will rely more on God than ourselves.

Rejoicing even in the Pressure 2 Corinthians 1:1–11 INTRODUCTION - Today’s world is full of pressure. Everyday life … - Paul wrote 2 Corinthians in response to the pressures he faced -- Yet, while he detailed his stress points in 2 Corinthians -- He also sounded a note ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice In Your Wilderness Weakness

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 13, 2020

The only way out of the wilderness in to be lifted up and out in the power of God.

We Americans have a common problem. Most of us want to be self-sufficient, have a plan and a backup plan with a backup plan and always be right. We have to be in control. We are told all our life to be this way. Either we make it happen or suck it up and either way we have exercised some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11, Matthew 10:22-25, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 2 Corinthians 11:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

"Waiting Upon The Lord"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

"WAITING UPON THE LORD"

"WAITING UPON THE LORD" - Psalm 25 1. Waiting Upon The Lord Brings Personal Prevailing - 25:1-3 (a) The Acknowledgment of God's Faithfulness to Us - 25:1,2a Unto thee, O LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Holiness

Wisdom From The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

Trusting in God, not ourselves or others, anchors our hearts and brings lasting strength, hope, and fruitfulness even in life’s hardest seasons.

Some of us walked in today with a smile that covers a storm. Bills stack up like bricks. Family tensions tug at your heart like a riptide. News cycles churn, and your soul feels thin. You’re doing your best, yet your best feels brittle. Have you ever wondered, “Where do I place my weight when the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Topics: Trust, Curses

Tempted By The Devil

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 14, 2013

Sermon for the 1st Sunday in Lent, Year C, 2013

Luke 4: 1 – 13 / Tempted By The Devil Intro: A young newly wed was sitting at his desk paying bills when he happened upon the credit card bill. As he scanned through the charges he noticed one particular charge to a department store for $250. He called for his wife to join him. When she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Trust Factor

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Oct 20, 2014

Do we trust God in everything, with our entire life?

Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl Oct 2014 Title: The Trust Factor Intro: The story is told, whether fact or fictional I can not affirm, that there was a magnificent waterfall with approximate a 30 meter drop into a narrow river. On the opposite side of the waterfall was an equally beautiful garden ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:3-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Is My Helper

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 18, 2016

To show that the LORD JESUS is my Helper, who is always at my side.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have a Helper? Yes. the LORD is my Helper II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS is my Helper, who is always at my side. IV. TEXT: Psalms 118:6 (Amplified Bible) The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

And The Lord Made A Way Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2025

In the journey of life, we often face obstacles that seem insurmountable. However, God has the power to create pathways where there appear to be none.

Title: AND THE LORD MADE A WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:16-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:13-16, Psalm 77:19, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Matthew 7:7 INTRODUCTION: In the journey of life, we often face obstacles that seem insurmountable. However, God has the power to create pathways ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-19, Exodus 14:13-16, Psalm 77:19, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Matthew 7:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Long, Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Emphasize the importance of trusting in God's timing, relying on His promises, and seeking His presence.

Good morning, family of Christ. Today, we are going to examine a powerful passage from the book of Psalms that speaks volumes about the importance of trusting in God's timing, relying on God's promises, and seeking God's presence. These are three fundamental pillars of our faith that can guide us ...read more

Topics: God's Absence

It Is Time To Seek The Lord

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

God calls us, like Asa, to seek Him wholeheartedly so His peace, power, and perseverance can shape our lives and witness.

(Revival Under Asa) Introduction — God Works in Every Season Good morning, church family. Open your Bible with me to 2 Chronicles chapters 14 through 16. Before we even read a verse, let’s set our hearts on one truth: God is not limited. He isn’t tied to the economy, or politics, or the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:2-7, 2 Chronicles 15:2-7, 2 Chronicles 16:7-9, Jeremiah 29:13, Isaiah 55:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist