Sermons on Staying Alert:

Dads Disarming Distractions Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 13, 2016

In connection with Father's Day, this lesson points out that Jesus IS going to return. As preparation Dads (all of us) must make two key decisions: 1. Stay Awake and 2. Dress Appropriately. These decisions benefit our children as well as ourselves.

1. Use iPad and iPhone as distractions -- pretend to be reading email, texts, and receive a phone call from "Mom" to show how we can be distracted from our focus 2. Staying Focused Men are notorious for being distracted. Most of us could qualify for having ADD -- Attention Deficit Disorder. I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing Firm In A World Of Threats - 1 Peter 5:8-9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 31, 2024

We may not always think about the reality of spiritual warfare, but Scripture calls us to be vigilant, to resist, and to stand firm in our faith.

Standing Firm in a World of Threats 1 Peter 5:8-9 Introduction: Church, we live in a world that is constantly competing for our attention, drawing us into countless distractions. But 1 Peter 5:8-9 brings us a strong reminder of what’s at stake: our enemy, the devil, is prowling like a roaring ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9, Ephesians 6:11, James 4:7, 1 Peter 2:9, Ephesians 6:16, 1 Corinthians 12:26, Hebrews 10:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wayfaring Strangers A Study Of 1 Peter Part 21 " Get Ready To Rumble Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Sep 4, 2018

part 21 of our 1 Peter study

Wayfaring Strangers A Study of 1 Peter Part 21 “Get Ready to Rumble” I am not a huge boxing fan Boxing movies on the other hand I like But in both the actual ring And the movie Ring There is a common phrase that is part of boxing all over the world World class boxing announcer Michael ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Christ's Second Coming

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 8, 2025

The second coming of Christ is an event that will forever change the course of human history. As believers, we are called to be ready, to live in constant anticipation, and to prepare ourselves spiritually, mentally, and emotionally.

PREPARING FOR CHRIST'S SECOND COMING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:1-13 "Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom." Supporting Texts: Mark 13:32-37, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, 2 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Evil People Come Into Our Lives To Steal And Destroy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

Be alert and of sober mind...

The Bible provides guidance on navigating relationships with individuals who seek to harm or exploit others. In 1 Peter 5:8, it is written, "Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." This verse highlights the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15

Never Let Your Guard Down

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 11, 2014

We got to be vigilant and never be complacent! You never know what and how the enemy would plan to spoil the joy, happiness and peace!

Never let your guard down! 1 Corinthians 16:13”Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” We got to be vigilant and never be complacent! You never know what and how the enemy would plan to spoil the joy, happiness and peace! Did you know even small things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ready For Christ’s Return

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 1, 2013

There are some who are eagerly waiting for Christ's return, In fact some don't want Him to return now and desire to continue doing what they are and then there are those who believe this is just a hoax and don't believe that He will ever return. Which one

Opening illustration: A teacher tells her young students, “Class, I’m going down the hall for a few minutes. I don’t expect to be away long. I’m sure there won’t be any trouble. I trust you to work on your assignments while I’m gone.” Fifteen minutes pass, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing Destiny (The Ancient Paths)

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 18, 2008

If your church hasn’t followed the course “The Ancient Paths” by ‘Craig Hill. You can’t go wrong! This is a life changing message!

Choosing Destiny (The Ancient Paths) Text: Jeremiah 6:16 NAS 16Thus says the LORD,” Stand by the ways and see and ask for the ancient paths, (Old paths) Where the good way is, and walk in it; and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ’We will not walk in it.’ Ask for the old ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keepin It Between The Ditches Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jan 20, 2018

Ways that we can stay on track in our spiritual walk, especially by building a closer relationship with Christ

For the last couple of Sundays I have talked about getting back on track in our lives in order to win this race that we are in. And to do that first we had to figure out where we got off track in the first place and then once we adjusted our course and began moving in the right direction we ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Runnung This Race Of Faith

Contributed by Rainer Reddy on Feb 25, 2016

A message of encouragement when we are tired or losing faith.

Text: 2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Theme: Running this race of faith Introduction - In 2015 thousands of runners entered the Comrades marathon. - I can imagine all the excitement and hype as these thousands of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:7

Denomination: Charismatic

Refuse To Come Down

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 19, 2013

THis message brought healing to many. About hard times: "If you break your neck, if you have nothing to eat, if your house is on fire, then you got a problem.  Everything else is inconvenience. " ~ Robert Fulghum

Refuse to Come Down 2 Kings 1: 1-10NLT We are truly living in one of the most crucial hours of American history. Ominous clouds of fear and doom seem to be gathering over our nation. About hard times: "If you break your neck, if you have nothing to eat, if your house is on fire, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

John 21

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jun 15, 2022

John 21 is a chapter that offers so much but it takes more than just reading it to grasp what it contains.

John 21 I. Expository Look at John 21 A. Introduction 1. Many believe that this chapter was added after the fact. The final couple of verses read like Chapter 20 but this is man’s speculation. No real reason to question its authenticity. 2. Jesus makes 10 appearances after His resurrection. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 4, 2019

The enemies tried to deceive and distract Nehemiah, to defame and slander him, to discredit and dishonour him, but Nehemiah stood strong through his prayer and trust in God.

The problems never end for Nehemiah. He faced constant challenges in doing the work of God. • It started with discouraging words of ridicule and intimidation, and then grew into more intense, life-threatening situation that requires them to carry arms. • The problems came from without, and then ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-14, Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Daniel—the Captive Prince

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 1, 2020

Daniel was captured and taken from Jerusalem to Babylon. While there, he faced a number of challenges. How he faced these could well be an inspiration for us even today.

Daniel—the captive prince Introduction: Daniel is one of the most well-known people in the whole Bible. Phrases like “the writing on the wall” and “thrown to the lions” are based on events in Daniel’s life—and he actually lived through these events, and more. He had the chance to reject the God of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Be With The Right Person

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 19, 2019

Someone said: “With the right set of mind, with the right people, with the right support, things happen.”

Be with the right person 1 Samuel 9:22”Then Samuel took Saul and his servant and brought them into the hall and gave them a place at the head of those who were invited, who were about thirty men.” Someone said: “With the right set of mind, with the right people, with the right support, things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:22

Denomination: Pentecostal