Sermons on Stay Firm:

Bold Talk PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to be warriors for Christ, boldly professing their faith and bravely bearing witness, as guided by Mark 8:27-38.

Welcome, beloved congregation, to another beautiful day of fellowship and worship. It's a joyous occasion to gather together, to share in the warmth of our community, to uplift each other in prayer, and to seek wisdom from the Word of God. Today, we shall immerse ourselves in a profound passage ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Topics: Bold Witness

Eleven Essential Qualities Of A Blessed Church (Thessalonican Model)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 29, 2012

Discover the essential qualities of a church that consistently experiences the best blessings from God.

Essential Qualities of a Blessed Church (The Church of Thessalonica) Discover the essential qualities of a church that consistently experiences the best blessings from God. So many churches are failing to enjoy the best of God’s blessings, benefits and bounty because they fail to meet the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trust And Obey - The Only Way Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

Trusting in God's commands will bring about the healing, restoration, and reconciliation needed in every relationship you have had or will ever have

Remember the time the Disciples were with Jesus on the lake and a storm came that was so strong that men who had spent most of their life as fishermen, were terrified. This was one serious storm! “One day Jesus said to his disciples, "Let’s cross over to the other side of the lake." So ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make A Stand For Christ Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 16, 2007

Take a stand for Christ. It is a challenge because the world is flowing in the opposite direction. But each time we make a stand, we are bearing testimony that our faith is real.

God wants peacemakers in His church. God wants to peacemakers in the workplace. God wants peacemakers in this world. • If you are a child of God, you are a peacemaker. We are not called to be peacekeepers but peacemakers. • All of us must seek to make peace, to help others make peace, and help ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What To Do After November 4

Contributed by David Nuhfer on Nov 6, 2008

In light of the cultural changes that could take place in our nation as a result of the November 4, 2008 elections, what should the church be doing?

This past week, course of our nation took a turn. After a long and often bitter campaign, we went to the polls and, after over 100 million votes were counted, a new President was selected. The vote reflected a lot of interest, a lost of discussion and the realization that we are a nation of people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Living Through The Nothings - Pt. 2 - Rain Man Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 11, 2014

It is a word that reveals lack. It holds no element of promise. The need is apparent...the solution is not. Nothing. How do you live through the nothings?

Living Through The Nothings Pt. 2 - Rain Man It is one of my least favorite words. Nothing. It is a word that reveals lack. It holds no element of promise. It contains no ounce of hope. Let me see if I can explain. You work for an hour on your car, you have sweat, blood and tears in the repair ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Feed The Lions

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 29, 2011

A sermon reminding listeners to remain alert against the devil's schemes to overthrow our confidence and joy.

And when Peter had come down out of the boat, he walked on the water to go to Jesus. But when he saw that the wind was boisterous he was afraid. And Peter remembered the Word of the Lord how He had said to him, “Before the cock crows today, you will deny me three times.” You have ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I'm Missing Out Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 5, 2007

Part 6 of 6 in series Every Thought Captive. Dr. Joe Hendricks bring this series to a close examining the idea, "I Miss My Old Life." He covers why this happens to people and how to take that thought captive and keep living for God.

“I’m Missing Out” Every Thought Captive, part 6 Wildwind Community Church February 25, 2007 Today I want to bring our Every Thought Captive series to a close. As most of you know, every week we have looked at a different lie people believe that causes various types of spiritual problems. Today ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Call To Courage

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 11, 2023

If courageous believers are going to be successful in their Christian endeavors, they must be alert to the actions of their enemies, be mindful of their relationship with Christ, be courageous in their attitude and be strong in their fortitude. This mindset is a matter of choice.

Sermon: A Call to Courage Scripture - 1Corinthians 16:13-18 “Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love. You know that Stephanas and his household were the first of the harvest of believers in Greece, and they are spending their lives in service to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-18, Ephesians 6:10-11, Matthew 15:14, Ephesians 5:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

Violence In The Kingdom Of God SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Warring for the Kingdom's sake

Good morning, dear family in Christ. As we gather together in this sacred space, let us prepare our hearts and minds to receive the Word of God. Today, we are embarking on a journey through the scriptures, a journey that will take us into the heart of a paradox that may seem puzzling at first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12

Topics: Conquerors In God's Kingdom

Standing On The Edge Of Disaster Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 31, 2003

how the Lord uses a near disaster to bring the Israelites to a stronger faith

August 3, 2003 Exodus 14 The wind whipped through his hair, piercing through the woolen fibers of his coat as if they didn’t even exist. It was an almost unbearably cold night, the kind that makes even the most burly of men shiver to the core. Alan was not a burly man. As a matter of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Learning To Finish Well

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Aug 18, 2002

In order to finish well, we must have: 1. Humility, 2. Honesty, 3. Forgiveness

Some are calling him “Mighty Mouse.” He is a genetically designed mouse, who, according to CNN.com, is “capable of enduring rigorous exercise for extended periods of time.” He is a transgenic mouse, that is, a lab animal who has had his genes changed to produce special muscles which are a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Sends Out His Workers

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 31, 2006

Pentecost 7(C) - Jesus sends out his workers into his harvest fields equipped with his powerful word.

JESUS SENDS OUT HIS WORKERS July 23, 2006 - PENTECOST 7 - Luke 10:1-12; 16-20 * * * * * * * * * Dear Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: The Lord has called us, and that is why this morning and every Sunday we hear the address: Fellow-Redeemed and Saints ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Desktop Computer Christians Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 29, 2013

In part one of this series it compares a Christian's mentality to that of a desktop computer.

Desktop Computer Christians Part 1 Scriptures: Matt. 28:18-20; 2 Tim. 2:15; 1 Cor. 15:58 Introduction: I was traveling in Southeast Kansas this past week and while driving on a long stretch of road I began thinking about how Christians can be like a desktop computer – yeah I know its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marks Of A Spiritual Person Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

Spiritual people are followers of Christ who bring life and hope to those around them.

Marks of a Spiritual Person Acts 19:21-41 Intro: Much could be said about what it means to be spiritual. [Ask for response- What are spiritual people like?] Spiritual people pray a lot, worship in spirit, they read the Bible and faithfully obey God’s commands, they fast in order to get closer to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41, Acts 20:1-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God