Sermons on Standing In The Gap:

Standing Strong In The Face Of Uncertainty Series

Contributed by Michael Carbaugh on May 3, 2009

In the face of uncertainty, Daniel remembers three truths that allow his faith to stand strong which leads to God receiving great praise.

One thing is certain…nothing ever stays the same. I was on facebook this past week and I was noticing the updates posted by a friend with whom I went to college. She now lives in Maine and she posted the comment…the sun is out. A few minutes later she posted another comment that said…the sun ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Strong In The Face Of Worldliness Series

Contributed by Michael Carbaugh on May 5, 2009

It does not take long for Daniel’s faith to be tested in Babylon, that test deals with the area of worldliness, the test to just fit in.

Standing strong in the midst of Worldliness Dan 1:5-8 One the final night of Jesus’ life, Jesus prayed while he walked on the way to the Garden of Gethsemane the words found in John 17. His heart heavy with the events that he knew were coming, He paused to pray for us. Verse 20 makes it clear ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:5-21

Denomination: Baptist

Stand And Fight: Learning To Accessorize Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on May 9, 2008

The Belt of Truth

Stand and Fight: Learning to Accessorize Ephesians 6:10-18 Beartown Road Alliance Church There was a game that we used to play when I was little called King of the Hill. We used to play it almost every recess on the side of the schoolyard, next to the baseball field. There was a small hill and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Stand Ye Gazing

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Mar 8, 2008

To help people understand their place in sharing the gospel

Why Stand Ye Gazing Acts 1:8 and Matt. 28:19-20 Simmons Loop Baptist Church 3-9-08 am You who have small children and those of you with grown children know about the “Why” questions that pass from the lips of children. Daddy, can I go out and play in the road? No! Why? Because you might get hit by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Firm In Your Freedom

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 4, 2010

Stand Firm In Your Freedom 1) You have been freed from sin. 2) You have been freed for service.

“O Canada! Our home and native land…” Did you sing our country’s national anthem last week on Canada Day? My favorite line in the national anthem is how we ask: “God, keep our land glorious and free.” Freedom. It’s what every nation wants but freedom is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Standing Firm In Our Freedom Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 15, 2010

Christ has set us free. How to stand firm in that freedom.

Text: Galatians 5:1-6 Title: Standing firm in our Freedom Introduction Since today is the 4th of July we are going to jump ahead in our study of Galatians to Galatians chapter 5- because Galatians chapter 5 is all about the subject of Freedom –The freedom we have in Christ. “It is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Standing For The One True Faith

Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 16, 2010

Today I want to talk for a little while about what we find here in Jude 1-4 to do with contending for the faith.

Jude 1-4 STANDING FOR THE ONE TRUE FAITH Today I want to talk for a little while about what we find here in Jude 1-4 to do with contending for the faith. Listen as I read today’s text found in JUDE 1-4 1Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James,** to them ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do You Stand?

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Nov 3, 2009

This sermon deals with the fact that if we are truly in Christ, our lives should be different from they way they were before we found Christ

WHERE DO YOU STAND? 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 (Amplified Bible) Therefore if any person is [engrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. Behold, the fresh and new has come! Intro: (Rom 1:20-25) v20: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Close To The Lightning Strike

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 19, 2009

God will get our attention and force us to make choices, despite our desire to avoid decisions or our wish to be secular. When the lightning strikes it may be painful but it will be about grace.

You can most certainly expect God to attract your attention. I cannot tell you exactly how He will do it, but I do know that He will do it. He will attract your attention. Many of us face a spiritual issue called inattention. Distraction. Inattention. We are not paying attention to what God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Are You Standing Here?"

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011

EASTER 7(A) - God’s angels ask the disciples why they are still standing at the place of Jesus’ ascension. We are to go to share God’s kingdom of grace. We are to watch for God’s kingdom of glory.

“WHY ARE YOU STANDING HERE…?” (Outline) May 16, 2010 - Easter 7 - ACTS 1:8-14 INTRO: At different times in our lives we are faced with various senses of duty. In college we have a sense of duty to our studies. In marriage we have a sense of duty for our family. In our calling in life ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Stand For Nothing Or Fall For Anything

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 14, 2011

Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Easter with new members uniting with the church.

John 15: 1 – 8 / Stand for Nothing Or Fall For Anything Intro: As I have grown older, I find myself giving more time to introspection. In a few days I will add another candle to my birthday cake. That has caused me to think about my mom and dad without whom I would not be here. I am ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Will The Real Leader Please Stand!

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Jan 16, 2011

The leader understands that God has placed the church in the world and the leader is keenly aware of the value and eternal purpose for which the body of Christ exists. God did not put the church here to serve you but for you to serve Jesus and

WILL THE REAL LEADER PLEASE STAND UP! Mark 10-42-43 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-43

Denomination: Christian Church

The Tragedy Of A One Night Stand

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jul 13, 2009

Esther had many good qualities but she was not a person I would want my daughter to emulate in all of her ways

THE TRAGEDY OF A ONE NIGHT STAND 7/8/09 Esther 2:1-20 1. Some Realities We need to Face a. Mordecai – Tribe of Benjamin – related Saul 1. Grandfather was Shemei – threw rocks at David i. Zadok wanted to cut his head off – David stopped him 2. 60 yrs earlier Jews were permitted to ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Take A Stand For Truth's Sake Series

Contributed by Don Scotland on Jan 26, 2005

If we are going to be able to live Godly lives in a Godless world it begins with taking a stand for truth’s sake!

Text: Titus 1:1-4 Title:Take a Stand for Truth’s Sake! Introduction Today we’re beginning a new series in the book if Titus entitled, “Godly living in a Godless world.” It’s hard to imagine a culture less concerned about sin, or more enamored with material goods, individual rights, and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Standing Tall When It Counts Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 17, 2005

Sure anyone can follow God when there is no presure, but what happens when things get tough?

Acts 6:8-8:1 “Standing Tall When It Counts” Introduction A. Do you remember the Dan and Dave Commercials Reebok had back in 1992 B. It was Dan O’Brien and Dave Johnson as there were both competing for Olympic Gold in the Decathlon C. Dan O’Brien never made it to the Olympics, but Dave Johnson ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance