Sermons on Stop It:

And He Began To Sink

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Oct 3, 2021

There are times in this life that we began to fall (sink) away from the LORD. This sermon teaches us how to stop sinking and lessons we can learn from those who are sinking.

"And He Began to Sink" Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:25-33 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on October 3, 2021 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson Illustration— I want to share with you that God surely does work in mysterious ways. He always keeps me amazed as the awesome ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

The One-Verse Spiritual Diagnosis

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 26, 2021

Our Sovereign LORD uses His word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to get us to stop and consider that the walk we claim to have with Him sometimes needs an honest diagnosis and correction.

The Scriptures are harmonious. That is, they are all woven together without discrepancy or contradiction in God's communication with His creation. He does not send "mixed messages", nor does He have to add or delete anything that has been presented in the Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17; ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15, Romans 6:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

There Is No Reason To Be Afraid Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 18, 2021

You have no reason to be afraid of anyone. No satanic agent from the pit of hell can stop you in the process of carrying out your divine assignment on earth. You are completely unstoppable.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS Don’t be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Matthew 10:28 NLT THERE IS NO REASON TO BE AFRAID You have no reason to be afraid of anyone. No satanic agent from the pit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Hebrews 2:15

Denomination: Charismatic

"the Dogs May Bark, But The Gospel Train Rolls On."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 28, 2024

This message uses the metaphor of a train and wild dogs, representing gainsayers, including institutions and world governments, attempting to stop the train, illustrating God's plan and purposes through the earth.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 33:11) "The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations." (Proverbs 16:3-4) [3] "Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:11, Proverbs 16:3-4, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 14:26-27, 2 Kings 19:32-33, 2 Kings 19:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer That Impresses God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 23, 2025

If you want to impress God with your prayers, stop trusting yourself and start trusting the Lord. Reject any self-righteous pride and recognize your own sinful, spiritual poverty.

For years, Mike Atkinson has published a daily email humor list, which I enjoy reading. He calls it “Mikey’s Funnies,” and several years ago, he wrote: If you can start the day without caffeine; if you can get going without pep pills; if you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains; if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 64:6, Psalm 51:17, Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Gone Fishing

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Nov 1, 2025

Over the last decade, Church attendance has decreased in many churches. Many factors contribute to that. The world went through COVID-19, and the church stopped meeting for an extended period.

Gone Fishing (John 21:1-12) 2 1: 1 After these things Jesus revealed Himself again to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias, and He revealed Him in way: 2 Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

The Unwavering Faithfulness Of God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

God remains God in our lives despite what we going through, His promises don't waver, despite how big your storm is, He is still faithful. your situation doesn't reflect Gods love for you, it doesn't stop you, it can't stop you, stay focused on God even if it's death.

Psalm 94:14-15 - "For the Lord will not reject his people; he will never forsake his inheritance. Affliction will slay the wicked, and those who hate the righteous will be punished." In times of turmoil and trial, it's easy to question whether God remains faithful. When the storms of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:14-15

Yesterday Ended Last Night

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

We have to learn to leave the past in the past. Stop trying to make right, the wrong made years ago. We must keep our eyes forward, looking at what lies ahead.

Yesterday Ended Last Night Philippians 3:12ff Introduction: Illustration: Thomas Edison Biographers have written that Thomas Edison, the inventor of the light bulb, made over nine hundred light bulbs that didn’t work before he finally made one that did. Nine hundred times he went to all the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Priorities For Progressive Christian Living ”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 5, 2003

Satan knows he can’t change or determine your personal eternal destination. Thus, his strategy is to sever our relationship with the Lord in order to stop our progress in the Christian life.

“PRIORITIES FOR PROGRESSIVE CHRISTIAN LIVING ” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 6:15-31 Satan knows he can’t change or determine your personal eternal destination. Thus, his strategy is to sever our relationship with the Lord in order to stop our progress in the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-31

Getting Rid Of Your Old Junk Series

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 15, 2003

A study on Ephesians 4:17-32, this is the first of a series on how to clean up our lives by stopping what’s wrong, changing our thinking, and starting to do what’s right.

This Friday, Lynelle and I finally got to go golfing for the first time this year. And guess what? I beat her! I also got my 2nd par ever! This got me thinking. What if I played against Tiger Woods (the best golf player in the world today) and beat him? What if he had an off day, and I had a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trading Spaces Series

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 15, 2003

A study on Ephesians 4:17-32, this is the second in a series on how to clean up our lives by stopping what’s wrong, changing our thinking, and starting to do what’s right.

How many of you are familiar with the television show “Trading Spaces”? It is my wife’s favorite show. If you are not familiar with it, let me explain it to you. Two couples who are neighbors and friends (hopefully) appear on this show. Each couple is paired with an interior designer and given ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trading Spaces, Part 2 Series

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 15, 2003

A study on Ephesians 4:17-32, this is the third in a series on how to clean up our lives by stopping what’s wrong, changing our thinking, and starting to do what’s right.

We have been in a series of messages on Spring Cleaning. In keeping with that tone, I would like to offer for your amusement this morning a letter I received to help with your spring cleaning. Do any of you have cats? How To Clean A Cat 1. Thoroughly clean the toilet. 2. Add the required amount ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Touch Of Faith

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 27, 2002

Imagine her great faith! By the way, Faith does not always face the facts; but I find that it never gives up. Anybody else would have let the circumstances stop them but not this lady.

A TOUCH OF FAITH TEXT: Matthew 9:20-21 “And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the hem of his garment: [21] For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole.” Here is the secret hope for health by a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

But A Touch Of Faith

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Apr 5, 2002

Imagine her great faith! By the way, Faith does not always face the facts; but I find that it never gives up. Anybody else would have let the circumstances stop them but not this lady.

A TOUCH OF FAITH TEXT: Matthew 9:20-21 “And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the hem of his garment: [21] For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole.” Here is the secret hope for health by a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Captured By The Cause Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 28, 2003

when a People, when a Church, when a Team is Captured By the Cause, When a Team can see the Big Picture, through the power of the Holy Spirit, there is no stopping that team from it’s goals.

AC 3:1 One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer--at three in the afternoon. 2 Now a man crippled from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the temple courts. 3 When he saw Peter and John ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene