Sermons on staying the course:

Stay Committed

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 19, 2021

INITIAL EMPTINESS & HURDLES SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN NEGATIVELY, WE NEED TO PRESS ON AND PERSEVERE. Say Amen.

LYDIA Acts 16:9” A vision appeared to Paul in the night: a man of Macedonia was standing and appealing to him, and saying, "Come over to Macedonia and help us." The expectations are sky-high and enormous when we are specially and specifically invited to a particular place or event? Am I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Staying Pilgrims

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 18, 2020

Thanksgiving reminds us of the Pilgrims and their journey to America. Their faith proved them to be steppingstones for generations.

1. Hebrews 11:13 (GNV) All these died in faith, and received not the promises, but saw them afar off, and believed them, and received them thankfully, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. 2. My misconceptions and new interest with the Pilgrims and 400th Anniversary of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stay Humble PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 3, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of practicing humility and righteousness for God's glory, not for human recognition or applause.

Good morning, beloved in Christ. I stand before you today, with joy in my heart and a message on my lips. A message that is as timeless as the stars, as enduring as the mountains, and as profound as the deepest ocean. It is a message that has the power to transform lives, to heal broken hearts, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Topics: Humility

Stay On Target Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 19, 2024

Stay on Target Series: Fan the Flame (2 Timothy) Brad Bailey – January 28, 2024

Stay on Target Series: Fan the Flame (2 Timothy) Brad Bailey – January 28, 2024 Intro One of the most fascinating things in life… is that it seems that it is only at the end of life that we get a perspective on what really matters… on if our lives have meaning and purpose. If you want to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-15, 1 Timothy 1:5-7, 2 Timothy 2:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stay Equipped

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 13, 2024

Believers need to comprehend the ways of God and grow, the moment calamity hits the roof, they think we have sinned, God is bad; nevertheless, sufferings are part of life.

Stay equipped 2 Kings 4:1 “The wife of a man from the company of the prophets cried out to Elisha, “Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that he revered the LORD. But now his creditor is coming to take my two boys as his slaves.” There is an urgency to share my thoughts because believers ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stay Awake !

Contributed by Angelos Y. Pomevo on Dec 3, 2024

You are a Doorkeeper, a Guardians of Faith and you have the responsibility to protect and preserve the Faith, ensuring that it is passed down to future generations. Therefore Be Alert! Watch ! and Pray !!

Opening… On the 22nd of October 1844, a certain man named William Miller predicted that Jesus would return to earth. His congregation and thousands of people were expecting Jesus on that date. Unfortunately, Jesus Christ never came. In 1914, the Founder of the Jehovah’s Witness predicted Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:33-37

Stay Awake PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize the importance of spiritual vigilance and preparedness for the return of Jesus, as we do not know the hour of His coming.

Good morning, folks. Have you ever thought about being caught off guard? You know, those moments when something unexpected happens and you're left in a state of shock or surprise. Well, our scripture today from Matthew 24:42-51 talks about this very thing and the importance of always being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-51

Topics: Matthew, End Times

A Place To Stay PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the promise of a heavenly home as stated in John 14:2, the requirements to attain it, and the benefits it offers.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving deep into John 14:2, a verse that's as comforting as a warm blanket on a chilly night. This verse speaks of a promise made by our Savior, a promise of a place to stay - a heavenly home designed and crafted by God Himself. But, like any grand promise, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2

Topics: Reservation

Stay Focused PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Keep your eyes on Jesus, stay focused, and trust in Him to help you weather the storms of life.

Good morning, family! Today, we are going to dive into a message that is very relevant to our everyday lives. You know, sometimes it feels like we're constantly surrounded by storms, doesn't it? But praise God, we have a Savior who can help us navigate through these turbulent times. Mary C. Neal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Topics: Eyes, Jesus

Stay And Succeed

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 22, 2024

There is always a Bad day for everyone, it should be overcome with perseverance and not by cowing down to it and quitting.

Stay and succeed! Genesis 37:10”He related it to his father and to his brothers; and his father rebuked him and said to him, "What is this dream that you have had? Shall I and your mother and your brothers actually come to bow ourselves down before you to the ground?" Others can never ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stay Connected PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

This sermon explores our relationship with Christ, emphasizing the importance of faith, fellowship, and fruitfulness as evidence of our divine connection.

Welcome, beloved, to this precious moment where we gather under the shelter of God's word. It is here, in this sacred space, that we seek to understand more deeply the profound truths of our faith, to draw closer to the heart of God, and to find nourishment for our souls. This is not a mere ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Topics: Producing Fruit

Stay Alert PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 11, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparedness and discernment, using the parable of the ten virgins as a call to vigilance and readiness for Christ's return. Key

Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? To be able to share in the fellowship of believers, to sing praises to our King, and to sit under the teaching of His Word. It's a privilege we should never take lightly. Today we find ourselves in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Topics: Be Ready, Lord

Stay Connected PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores our relationship with Christ, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to Him to live a fruitful, purposeful life.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of believers united by the grace and love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to share in the Word of God, to grow in our faith, and to deepen our understanding of His divine ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Topics: Staying Connected

Staying On Track (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2020

Many Christians begin with zeal, but get sidetracked along the way. Some are distracted with career ambitions. Others let hobbies or other interests take more and more time. The most heartbreaking is when someone is sidetracked by a false doctrine. Message expounds Philippians 3:15-21.

Intro In our study of Philippians, we find ourselves in the last seven verses of chapter 3. In the verses just prior to this text Paul introduced the metaphor of running a race like they run in the Olympics. His instruction there was that we keep our focus on the finish line; we do not look back; ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-8, Galatians 6:14, Luke 9:23, Hebrews 10:29, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Luke 12:48, Proverbs 4:23, Galatians 1:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

"Getting Blown Off Course?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 9, 2004

The master of the ship was no longer the Master of the ship. The ship was blown eight hundred miles off course. The Devil was now in control. Our sinful habits take another turn. They become addictions!

Title: "Getting Blown Off Course" You know better than to leave Fair Havens. Paul let the Centurion know that it was "God’s Will" for them to winter in Fair Havens. God had warned him not to leave the shores of the Island of Crete. Application. Being in the will of God should not be a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-44

Denomination: Baptist