Sermons on stand strong:

Standing Up For Jesus In An Increasingly Secular World

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 12, 2024

This sermon explores why standing up for Jesus Christ in an increasingly secular society and how we can courageously live out our faith in a God-honoring way.

Introduction In today's world, where secularism seems to be on the rise and religious beliefs are increasingly marginalized, standing up for Jesus has never been more crucial. The pressures to conform to worldly standards can be overwhelming, but as followers of Christ, we are called to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Promised Land Doesn't Mean Problem Free Series

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Aug 26, 2009

Often we have a crazy notion that somewhere along the Christian journey things should become really easy and we equate that with our lives being blessed. When we adopt this thinking we add societal truths to biblical truths, which leads to disappointment

Often we have a crazy notion that somewhere along the Christian journey things should become really easy and we equate that with our lives being blessed. When we adopt this thinking we add societal wants to biblical truths, which leads to disappointment and disenchantment. Nowhere in all of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 1:8

Courageous

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 6, 2011

Joshua means- “Jehovah saves, or the Lord is my Salvation.” Joshua was born in Egyptian slavery, trained under Moses, and by God’s choice rouse to his position of leading Israel into Canaan. Joshua was approaching 90 years of age when he became Israel’s

Courageous Joshua 1:1-9NKJ After the death of Moses the servant of the LORD, it came to pass that the LORD spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, saying: 2 “Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore, arise, go over this Jordan, you and all this people, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing On The Edge Of A Breakthrough

Contributed by Apostle Bobby Hogan on Sep 19, 2011

Don't quit on the edge of your miracle, on more step can put you in the middle of your promised blessing

You are about to enter into the greatest season of your life. God is about to move in your family, business, church, finances and in your own personal life in a greater way than you have ever experienced in the past. You probably already know what I am sharing with you. Many of God’s people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:12, Psalm 66:12-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Firm Against The Devil Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018

Message 16 from Philippians expanding on Paul's admonition to stand firm. This message deals with standing firm against the devil.

“Stand Firm against the schemes of the Devil” Paul’s letter to the Philippians offers some key elements to “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – Passion to praise exalt Christ 2. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE – Passion to please Christ 3. PURSUE THE RIGHT AIM – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Olive Trees

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 23, 2014

Most important the roots of the Olive tree go deep down to about 20 feet and that’s the reason they are able to bear fruits for as long as 100 years. Amen.

Olive Trees! Psalm 52:8”But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God. I trust in the steadfast love of God forever and ever.” What I enjoy about my kitchen is not the latest gadgets that I bought or the dishes that I make, but the time I spend with my maid Sameena, a muslim ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strength Of The Weak Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 15, 2024

This is the 4th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#4] STRENGTH OF THE WEAK Judges 6:1-32 Introduction: My health has been a real challenge lately. I feel physically weak, which makes me feel emotionally weak, which makes me feel spiritually weak. The great news is- When I am weak, God is made strong in me. We serve a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Standing, Even In The Midst Of Failure Series

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jul 16, 2004

Sermon Series helping people to look at the lives of 3 people in the Bible; Jacob, David, and Peter to see that even when all looks hopeless, God can still turn the situation around. All 3 messages build off 3 Main Points: 1. The Test 2. The Travail

We are living in tremendously challenging times as we look around and see things happening on a daily basis around the world that does not seem to “make sense”, and even as Christians we are prone to look at the “bad news” without giving much thought to the good news. The Bible makes it clear that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Standing In The Gap Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 12, 2008

Part 2 focuses on the keys to effectively stand in the gap for others.

Standing In The Gap Part 2 Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30-31; Acts 3:3-7; Luke 22:31-34; Matthew 5:43-44 Introduction This message is part 2 from my series “Standing in the Gap”. Last week I shared with you what it means to stand in the gap using the analogy of crossing a bridge to illustrate the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Firm In The Truth Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 8, 2013

As we study Paul's confrontation of Peter in Galatians 2, we learn a number of lessons: the infallibility of leaders, the power of peer pressure, and the truth of the Gospel that we are saved by grace and not by works.

Introduction: A. You are probably familiar with the traditional Russian parable about the hunter and the bear. 1. One day a hunter raised his rifle and took careful aim at a large bear. 1. When he was about to pull the trigger, the bear spoke in a soft, soothing voice, “Isn’t it better ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 60 -- A Psalm In Defeat Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 10, 2021

Psalm 60:1-12 is a lament, apparently prompted by a defeat of Israel's army in battle, but it is also unique, for it is the only one designated explicitly for teaching. Psalm 60 is a lament, apparently prompted by a defeat of Israel's army

Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Tom Lowe PSALM 60 Title: A Psalm in Defeat Michtam of David, to teach; when he strove with Aram-naharaim and with Aram-zobah, when Joab returned, and smote of Edom in the valley of salt twelve thousand; to the chief Musician, sung to the tune of Shushan-eduth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 60:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare The Way - Stand Up

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 22, 2018

This sermon shares with us the message of Jesus for this day - a Message of Hope as 1. We Stand (Take a Stand for Jesus) 2. We Raise Our Heads - message for Advent 2018

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16; Luke 21:25-36 Theme: First Sunday of Advent Title: Prepare the Way - STAND UP! This sermon shares with us the message of Jesus for this day - a Message of Hope as 1. We Stand 2. We Raise Our Heads - message for Advent 2018 INTRO: Grace and peace from God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36, Jeremiah 33:14-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Now Is Not The Time To Quit

Contributed by Pamela Johnson on Jun 22, 2019

I have looked at this word faithful from a number of angles. Because although it seems like an easy task if anyone is willing to admit it can be a difficult task.

Now is Not the Time to Quit 1 Corinthians 15:58 By: Pamela L. Johnson This month I found myself being very mindful of our focus, the courage to be faithful. I have looked at this word faithful from a number of angles. Because although it seems like an easy task if anyone is willing to admit it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Man Enough To Stand Alone Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Jun 19, 2003

As Elijah faces the prophets of Baal, we will look at what it takes to be a real man in a society that has neutered manhood.

Title: Man Enough to Stand Alone Text: 1 Kings 18:16-24 Series: The Prince of Prophets, Elijah A woman getting onto a ski lift was given instructions that the moment the lift’s chair touched her backside she was to sit down and lift her feet from off the ground. Instead when the chair came ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing Between The Living And The Dead

Contributed by James May on Feb 24, 2013

Aaron stood between the living and the dead to stop the plague of death that swept through the rebellious camp of Israel. Rebellion against God's authority brings death. Jesus is our Mediator today, standing between the living and the dead as the only w

Standing Between the Living and the Dead By Rev. James May Numbers 16:48, "And he stood between the dead and the living; and the plague was stayed." Rebellion is a strong word that has a powerful effect upon the heart and soul of man. Rebellion, when you break it down, appears to sound like ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 16:48, Numbers 16:16-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible