Sermons on Settling For Less:

Drift Away

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008

When you neglect your spiritual walk for even a short time you begin to drift away from God.

Drift Away – Hebrews 2:1; Revelation 2:2-5 Intro.: Dobie Gray wrote a song called “Drift Away” in 1973 – verse 1: Day after day I’m more confused So I look for the light in the pouring rain You know that’s a game that I hate to lose I’m feelin’ the strain, ain’t it a shame READ: Hebrews 2:1, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:2-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Number One Distinguishing Mark Of A Leader

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 20, 2017

The #1 distinguishing mark of a leader. Leaders understand the value of vision. “We are not just going to stumble into success. Luck has nothing to do with it. Success happens when you walk in right behavior and right thinking.” P.H.

Number One Distinguishing Mark Of A Leader Nehemiah 2:17-18NKJB Nehemiah 2:17-18NKJB Then I said to them, “You see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lies waste, and its gates are burned with fire. Come and let us build the wall of Jerusalem, that we may no longer be a reproach.” ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does Spiritual Confidence Look Like?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 6, 2013

A look at what it means to step out in faith that what Jesus says is settled.

HOW TO AMAZE JESUS: Move forward confident that what Jesus said is settled. - Matthew 8:8-10. - In verses 8-9 the centurion says something simple but extraordinary. The soldier understands authority: he tells one of his underling soldier to do something and they go do it. He is a man of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Failed Glory Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 8, 2016

When we settle for sinful or the status quo, we lose the glory of God.

1. We desire God's presence and glory. Only HE can fill the emptiness in our hearts -- Ecclesiastes 3.11 2. The church is a place to reveal the glory of God 3. It is a "House of Commons" not differences a. Common Salvation -- Jude 3 b. Common Problems -- Romans 3.23 c. Common Fate -- Romans ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:12-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Glorify God In Your Body”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 6, 2022

After a person becomes a child of God, his purpose in life is forever settled.

Paul states very clearly how it should be. Look at Phil 1:21. We read, “For to me to live is Christ...” That is so simple, it makes one wonder why some Christians can not comprehend it. There are at least two reasons why they can not. (1) There is some kind of mental problem. For example, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:20, Galatians 1:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

"Glorify God In Your Body”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

After a person becomes a child of God, his purpose in life is forever settled.

Paul states very clearly how it should be. Look at Phil 1:21. We read, “For to me to live is Christ...” That is so simple, it makes one wonder why some Christians can not comprehend it. There are at least two reasons why they can not. (1) There is some kind of mental problem. For example, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:20, Galatians 1:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Rewards Of Motherhood

Contributed by Greg Addison on May 12, 2009

Motherhood is important and valuable. But it can also be difficult and at times discouraging. God has blessed mothers with the promise of rewards for faithfully loving and serving your family. These promises will inspire and encourage you as a mother.

THE REWARDS OF MOTHERHOOD TEXT: Proverbs 31: 27-31 INTRODUCTION Motherhood continues to get a bad rap in our culture. Feminists and liberals look down on “stay at home” moms and treat them as if they have settled for less. Society has all but destroyed any notion of a one income family in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Exchanging Defeat For Determination Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 27, 2007

How to trade your defeat for a renewed determination

How to exchange your defeat for determination... 1. Don’t forget God’s blessings in the past Joshua 6: the victory at Jericho Joshua 7: Jericho is forgotten Deut. 4:9; 7:18; 8:11; Ps. 77:11; Ecc. 12:1 2. Don’t question God’s plan (v. 7a) Jer. 29:11 Isaiah 55:8-9 3. Don’t settle for less than the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Adoption, Une Nouvelle Relation Avec Dieu

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 19, 2003

This word adoption falls à.pic in this generation from young people and children who have parents present less and less, or an abandonment of stations of their parents.

ADOPTION, UNE NOUVELLE RELATION AVEC DIEU Lecture : 1 Jn 3/1. « Voyez quel amour le Père nous a témoigné, pour que nous soyons appelés enfants de Dieu! Et nous le sommes. Si le monde ne nous connaît pas, c’est qu’il ne l’a pas connu. » Ce mot adoption tombe à pic dans cette génération de jeunes et ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Makes You Big

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 5, 2011

Jesus should become greater and more visible, and the servant should become less and less visible. What makes you big is being small or least....

What Makes You Big Luke 14:7-14 1) Humility 2) Season of Isolation 3) Promotion 4) Stewardship 7 and he put forth a parable to those which were bidden, when he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blood Of Christ

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 19, 2013

It seems that in the church today we hear less and less about the blood of Christ, why it was necessary for Him to die and what it means to our eternal destiny.

This past Thursday was the Fourth of July, Independence Day in the old US of A! Fireworks! Parades! A National Holiday! Independence from the will and domination of an earthly king! But, what was the price of this freedom. The lives of countless people. The shedding of blood for the cause of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Nazarene

Ministry's Twisted Journey? Don't Miss It!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 19, 2014

It can be easy to miss our opportunities before us. You are not an accident. Follow a good Godly teacher...

DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR TOTAL VICTORY... SETTLING FOR LESS THAN THE BEST By Wade martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HERE IS AN OPPORTUNITY THE WILL FOREVER CHANGE YOU... THE JOURNEY WILL BE TWISTED, BUT YOU WILL TRAVEL FROM AN UNKNOWN FARM BOY TO ONE OF THE GREATEST PROPHETS OF ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

James, Simon And Judas Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 8, 2019

To find out more about these apostles and how to leave a legacy when you pass away please keep reading!

James, Simon and Judas 1 Corinthians 1:26-27, Matthew 28:16-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever wonder what kind of “mark” you are going to leave on this world upon your death? Attempts to build a legacy that “outlasts” physical life comes in a variety of forms. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Poverty Mentality Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 6, 2024

Poverty mentality is a mindset that perpetuates limitations, fear, and scarcity.

Poverty mentality is a mindset that perpetuates limitations, fear, and scarcity. It is a dangerous mindset that can hold individuals back from achieving their full potential and living a life of abundance. From a biblical perspective, poverty mentality is not only harmful but also contrary to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:40, Proverbs 23:7, Hebrews 11:6, Philippians 4:19

Investing In Eternity Series

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Feb 1, 2009

We neeed to be busy winning souls. Less on things.

Investing in Eternity 1 Timothy 2:1-8 1 John 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:2-8

Denomination: Baptist