Sermons on Stand Strong:

Worship The Lord

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Jan 12, 2021

The horrifying scenes of the chaotic events at the US Capitol. These disturbing scenes are reminiscent of the heart-breaking words of the prophet Isaiah “Justice is turned back, And righteousness stands afar off; … truth is fallen in the street, …” (Isaiah 59:14).

I wish to give credit to Dr. S. M Lockridge for the rhetorical and literary devices as well as some basic ideas and content that I employ in this message. My message is titled: “The New Person (Man or Woman) for the Future will worship the Lord.” Our Text today is Matthew 4:8-10: “8 Again, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Happy Surprise At The Judgment

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 27, 2021

Most think that when they stand before God in Judgment, it won't be pleasant, because they know their faults, weaknesses, & selfish. What if instead, we receive from God a ringing commendation and a smile of approval?

HAPPY SURPRISE AT THE JUDGMENT Mt. 25:34-40 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WRONG IMPRESSIONS 1. Laurie Navin, in Reader’s Digest, told how her beloved family dog “Lucky” passed away. She was trying to explain what had happened to her four-year old son Ian, in terms he might could understand. 2. She ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Burden And Blessing Of Forgiving Others

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

The gospel has made us all brothers and sisters, one in Christ Jesus. It has torn down whatever dividing walls used to stand between us, and it’s given us a reason to love and to forgive.

There are two sisters who aren’t speaking to one another because of things that happened, years ago: What does the gospel say to them? There’s a brother in the church who’s made a serious mistake: What does the gospel say to him, and those around him? There’s a whole congregation that needs ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:12-14, Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking In Integrity Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 5, 2022

When the Lord begins tearing down the walls of opposition and using you to bring glory to Himself, and to see the lost come to Christ; it is at this point that you need to be ever-mindful of how you stand, and be careful to walk in integrity.

With success comes great responsibility. When the Lord begins tearing down the walls of opposition and using you to bring glory to Himself, and to see the lost come to Christ, then you need to be careful that you do not fall into sin. Lawrence O. Richards says, “Early [devotion to God] leads to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:2-23

Denomination: Baptist

Scripture And Suicide Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

Suicide is almost always folly in our culture, for it is basically just a means of escape. It is usually based on ignorance of the future. People think their present situation is permanent, and they cannot stand to think of living with their present burden for the rest of their lives.

The book of Jonah gives a very favorable account of the attitude and character of the pagans involved. In fact, they are at points pictured on a higher level than Jonah himself. At last, however, we see a change in Jonah, and some of his good character breaks through. The sailors had all ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:11-12

Valley University

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Dec 24, 2023

WHIILE YOUR STILL STANDING WILL YOU TURN TO YOUR NEIGHBOR AND TELL THEM YOUR GLAD TO SEE THEM IN THE HOUSE BUT IT`S SOMETHING I HAVE TO TELL YOU --I`M A STUDENT AT VALLEY UNIVERSITY

Psalm 23:4 (KJV) 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD WHIILE YOUR STILL STANDING WILL YOU TURN TO YOUR NEIGHBOR AND TELL THEM YOUR GLAD TO SEE THEM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Is Your Name In The Book Of Life?

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

The Bible speaks of a final judgment day when every person will stand before God. On that day, the most crucial question will not be how much wealth or fame we acquired but whether our names are written in the Book of Life.

IS YOUR NAME IN THE BOOK OF LIFE? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 20:15 Supporting Texts: Revelation 21:27, Luke 10:20, Philippians 4:3 INTRODUCTION: The Bible speaks of a final judgment day when every person will stand before God. On that day, the most crucial question will not be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embrace Your Journey: God's Unfinished Work SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Put away your doubts. Put away your fears. Those things are not of God. Stand on Truth, Live by Faith, Believe and Be excited about What God is doing and will continue to do in your life, and the life of this church.

Put away your doubts. Put away your fears. Those things are not from God. Stand on truth, live by faith, believe, and be excited about what God is doing and will continue to do in your life and in the life of this church. How many of you have an unfinished project waiting for you at home? Raise ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Topics: New Year's Day, Faith, God's Work

Go! And Rejoice In Trials: Trusting God Through Suffering Romans 5:3-5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 30, 2025

Life is filled with hardships, but the Bible teaches us that suffering is not meaningless. Instead, it produces endurance, character, and hope. Explore how we can trust God through trials, standing on the truth of Romans 5:3-5

Go! And Rejoice in Trials: Trusting God Through Suffering Introduction Charles Spurgeon once said, "Trials teach us what we are; they dig up the soil and let us see what we are made of." Life is filled with hardships, but the Bible teaches us that suffering is not meaningless. Instead, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Lamentations 3:21-23, Isaiah 49:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Happy Birthday Church - A Pentecost Sunday Sermon

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 30, 2023

Our faith is built upon Christ Jesus, our solid Rock by which we stand, our foundation as believers of the Most High God can be in none other than God. Foundational truth demonstrated in Power.

Happy Birthday Church A Pentecost Sunday Sermon By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Today is Pentecost Sunday the day we celebrate the birth of the church, not the birth of the Apostolic Church, the Methodist Church, the Catholic Church, the Baptist Church, the Episcopal Church or any ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Apostolic

Sermon # 37 - Which Side Are You On? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 2, 2023

Are we growing in spiritual maturity? Have we put off our childish ways, and are we able to discern the right ways of God and live accordingly? Let’s examine ourselves to see where we stand.

I want to begin by sharing a testimony from last week. For the past two years, a family from another district have been regularly listening to the messages that were shared on social media. They called in to tell me that as result of this, their entire family had committed their lives to Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:11, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Matthew 12:36, Ecclesiastes 10:2, Proverbs 14:16, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:39, Luke 23:42, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Hide And Seek

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 4, 2023

If God seems hidden, maybe we’re not looking in the right place. We have to move to a different place, stand at a different angle, look from a different perspective, before we can find God in the answer.

One Sunday morning a little girl in her Sunday best was running so she wouldn’t be late for church. Maybe it was daylight savings time.... As she ran she kept praying, “Dear God, please don’t let me be late to church. Please don’t let me be late to church...” As she was running she tripped and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Marital Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Marital development is the intentional growth, nurturing, and strengthening of marriage according to God’s design, so that couples can reflect His love, unity, and purpose.

MARITAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:18 – “And the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him.” Key Verse: Ephesians 5:25 – “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ringing In The New

Contributed by Dan Mahan on Jan 1, 2007

Does God care about the resolutions you make this New Year? Yes! Does God care if you keep your resolutions or not? Yes! A look at how Daniel found the strength to stand by his resolution. Christ’s desire is to change your life for the better.

Ringing in the New By Rev. Dan Mahan Col 3:9-10 “You have taken off the old self with it practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge and in the image of its Creator.” It’s time to make New Year resolutions. Have you made yours yet? Last New Years I made 6 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:9-10, Colossians 9:3

Message 8 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5 – Persecution, Discipline And Tribulation; What’s The Difference? – Part 2 (Verse 9) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 30, 2022

What is the difference between God’s wrath and God’s discipline? We look into tribulation, persecution and discipline, and look at 4 reasons Christians can have difficulties. Remember this – godly living produces persecution. Trees standing against the wind have the strongest trunks.

MESSAGE 8 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5 – PERSECUTION, DISCIPLINE AND TRIBULATION; WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? – PART 2 (Verse 9) REVISION FROM PART 1 We have been examining 1Thessalonians 5:9 and looking at the wrath of God. This is our focus verse again for Part 2 of the study on this verse – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:9, 2 Timothy 3:12, John 3:36, Hebrews 12:5-11, Psalm 119:67-68, Psalm 119:71, Psalm 25:18, Psalm 22:24, 2 Timothy 2:3-5, Romans 5:2-5, Matthew 5:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational