Sermons on Stay Firm:

Paul's Pep Talk Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 26, 2008

Sometimes in the face of difficulty we need some encouragement to stay the course. That’s what Paul gives us as we prepares for a very difficult time in his life.

I dislike performance evaluations. (Performance Evaluation Dictionary). Giving or getting employee evaluations are a little like going to dentist, but without the Novocain. I like coaching better. I took golf lessons as a youngster. I really liked it when the coach would come over and put his hands ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-38

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Model Worth Following Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

Paul and his team authentically modeled the message, focusing on the praise of God, not men. We must do the same and be as gentle as a mother and as firm as a father with those we are hoping to influence.

Marks of a Healthy Church After the sermon last week, someone came up to me and asked me a question: “If First Thessalonians is one of the shortest and easiest books to understand, why are you taking 14 weeks to preach through it?” I told him that he should be glad I’m not preaching through the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

There Is No Double-Talk In The Church Of God Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 14, 2003

The Lord, speaking throught St. Paul, makes clear his wishes for mankind. God uses a firm "Yes" in reference to our salvation, and we respond with a faith-filled "Amen."

Epiphany 7 II Corinthians 1:18-22 There was a NFL football game about 4 or 5 years ago that had a very controversial event happen during the game. Actually the game was just about to go into overtime, and you know before overtime there’s always another coin toss to see who gets the football ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:18-22

Denomination: Lutheran

The More Than Happily Ever After Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2018

Boaz stands firm as the Kinsman-Redeemer for Ruth, as a result she is no longer Ruth the Moabite, but Ruth the wife of Boaz and a woman in the genealogy of the Messiah. Full redemption has been accomplished.

Message Ruth 4:1-22 “The More Than Happily Ever After” If you have got children or your teenagers then you will be familiar all those moves put together by Disney and Pixar. And you will know that all of those movies end the same way. They Lived Happily Ever After. The fairy-tale ending. Snow ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Hope That Brings Life

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

This message is for those who struggle with the moral decay of our nation. It is intended to remind us that we are not to conform to the world; but rather, we are to stand firm in the laws and statutes of the New Jerusalem.

St. Augustine wrote a book entitled the City of God, in which he discussed our identity with the holy city.(1) Throughout the Old and New Testaments, both Jews and Christians identified themselves with Jerusalem. Wherever they journeyed or resided, they did not consider themselves citizens of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation Of The Church

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on May 29, 2025

This sermon looks at the establishment of the church and looks at what a firm foundation should look like. It should make you think "Am I doing my part"

Introduction Today, we’re going to look at a passage of Scripture that reveals the foundation of the church and the assurance we have in Jesus’ promise. Let’s open our Bibles to Matthew 16:18. In this verse, Jesus makes a declaration: "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Matthew 16:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding True Freedom In Christ Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The freedom we have in Christ is greater than any earthly freedom, and we are called to stand firm in our faith, resist returning to sin, and serve one another in love.

You know how we celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks, BBQs, and hanging out with friends and family? Well, that's all about celebrating our freedom as a country. But guess what? We have an even more amazing freedom to celebrate - the freedom we have in Jesus! Our main idea today is this: The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Topics: Spiritual Liberation, Divine Freedom, Christ's Emancipation, Faithful Liberation

Be Strong In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to trust in the Lord's strength and power to overcome life's challenges, standing firm in our faith and relying on His might rather than our own abilities.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a powerful message from the book of Ephesians, focusing on the power of the Lord, the necessity of standing firm in our faith, and the benefits of being strong in the Lord. Now, we all face challenges and battles in our lives, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Topics: Stand Strong, Lord

Having Good Roots

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 15, 2022

What is having good roots? Is it being well grounded? Is it to have a firm foundation? Is it how they were raised as children? Some people talk about having good roots but their actions counter to what they say.

God does not pass judgment on individuals based on race, sex, or national origin. His judgment of them is based on their trust in Him, their obedience, and their reaction to His will. The individuals who tenaciously work or attempt to comply with God’s will resemble vigorous, fruit­ bearing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Enjoying Inner Peace

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 17, 2025

Inner peace is not the absence of challenges but the presence of God. It is a fruit of the Holy Spirit that stabilises the heart in seasons of uncertainty. When everything around you shakes, the peace of God becomes an anchor that holds you firm.

ENJOYING INNER PEACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:15, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:15, Romans 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Weapon Formed Against You-Christmas

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 26, 2001

No weapon formed against us can defeat us when we stay true to the Lord as Mary found out in the Christmas story.

No Weapon Formed Against You Shall Prosper 12/20/98 Christmas Sunday Luke 1:26-38 Matt. 1:18-25, 2:13-18 Have you ever had the experience of planning to make something absolutely wonderful and at the last moment something went wrong and messed it all up? Have you ever played in a game, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Listening Well? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 23, 2005

We need to develop the virtue of listening to God by making time for the Word, and tilling the ground of our heart, so that we stay receptive.

In our Christian walk with God, one important virtue we need to cultivate is LISTENING. We must be serious about listening to God and what He is saying to us. HEARING PROBLEM A middle-aged man was distraught over his wife’s stubborn refusal to admit she had a hearing problem. One day he asked ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Can't Keep A Good Man Down

Contributed by Gregory White on Jun 18, 2003

Although we are faced with discouragements in our lives, if we keep faith and strength in God, He will not let us stay down forever.

You Can’t Keep A Good Man Down Thank you for having me speak here again tonight. Our pastor and his wife are on vacation so they don’t have to hear what I have to say. I guess they are the lucky ones. No, I think they needed a break. They work very hard in this church and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says To Move, Move

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 29, 2003

When its time to move, God will tell you.This sermon deals with staying in the will of God and the dangers of doing things on our own.

When God Tells you to Move, Move 1stKings 17:1-9....And the word of the Lord came unto him saying. Arise, get the to Zarephath..... Elijah Genesis 12:1-4 Now the Lord had said unto Abram,Get the out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas - The Line Of Adam Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 25, 2009

I remember the first time I heard a sermon on this chapter, and I was wondering, how are we going to stay awake through this one?

“It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas - The Line of Adam” (Genesis 5:1-32) I remember the first time I heard a sermon on this chapter, and I was wondering, how are we going to stay awake through this one? I had glossed over it a few times and really didn’t think it served any purpose except ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32