Sermons on Strong Convictions:

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 25, 2010

We are called to finish the race, and it takes endurance. We need to be (1) prepared for the struggles that will come, and (2) focus our attention on Jesus. Ministry flows out of a love relationship with Christ. Our vision of Him will enable us to fini

[Some of the thoughts in this sermon are taken from Max Lucado’s book Just Like Jesus.] Let’s learn about endurance today. We want to finish strong, not just starting well. I don’t always finish what I start. Chances are I am not alone. • We have unfinished tasks lying around - like a book ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Strong In Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 17, 2012

The apostle Paul tells what it means to be strong in Christ. 1- We access God’s armor 2- We recognize God’s enemy 3- We serve God’s saints

INTRO.- There is strength and there is strength. ILL.- A young strong man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He kept making fun of one of the older workers. After several minutes, the older worker had had enough. "Why don't you put your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strong Holds

Contributed by Ken Crow on Oct 7, 2010

David was successful against Goliath because he was able to transfer a very physical, fleshly circumstance from the carnal realm to the spiritual realm.

Strong Holds Pastor Ken Crow 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 (King James Version) 3For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, 1 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Church Of God

"Strong Holds"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 12, 2008

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that many of us are battling/warring “little things” that is hindering our destiny in God.

12 December 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel F.O.B. Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: We are Christians at War, and many of us are battling/warring against little things (that have STRONG holds on us mentally and spiritually) which are hindering our DESTINY IN GOD. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strong In The Lord

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 20, 2010

As a weightlifter knows his capabilities in lifting, the believer must also know the strengths and capabilities we have through the LORD

2010.Jan17.Sermon.Strong in the LORD By William Akehurst, HSWC Key Verse: Ephesians 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. As a weight lifter in competition has strength, it is because of building his body for the purpose of the competition, the race, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Strong In The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 8, 2010

If you’re having a hard time saying no to sin and you’re allowing the devil to win in your life, focus and work on being strong in Jesus Christ!

We have been learning from the Letter to the Ephesians and we are now in the middle of the last chapter. We have learned that the letter is addressed to every person who believes in Jesus Christ. God tells us through the Apostle Paul who we are as Christians; that we are citizens of heaven and so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Strong And Courageous

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 15, 2010

God will grant us His success if we follow the advice of Joshua, doing what is commanded in God’s word, holding His word in our hearts and mouths, and meditating on His word day and night.

Resolve to Live in the Word 01/20/08 PM Reading: Joshua 1:1-9 Introduction At this time, the beginning of a New Year, many look back and examine their lives and resolve to make some changes, changes which it is hoped will lead to success in the New Year. This is what we are going to examine today, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finally Be Strong Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

Two times Paul says that we are to "put on the full armor of God" he gives us why and how.

Two times Paul says that we are to "put on the full armor of God" he gives us why and how. Why? So that we can stand against the devil’s schemes. The word for Schemes used here is: "metheodeia" which is where we get our word method. The Devil’s method focuses in on three strategic areas of your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strong In Grace

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Mar 15, 2008

An examination of the empowering work of the Grace of God in the life of the Believer

Introduction: In 2Timothy the Apostle Paul is writing to Timothy his son in the faith. Paul is coming to the end of his “race” and is writing to exhort and encourage Timothy to continue and advance in his ministry. To continue on in the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ even after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Strong Faith

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Mar 24, 2008

I want to turn to the subject of Faith and how to develop strong faith. We look at Abraham our father of faith as we study this. Our aim will be to develop strong faith that will cause us to be successful in life.

Introduction: We have been talking about signs of faith and being filled with the Holy Spirit for these signs to accompany us. Today I want to turn to the subject of Faith and how to develop strong faith. We look at Abraham our father of faith as we study this. Our aim will be to develop ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Be Strong In The Lord

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 11, 2008

Let’s think about what is required to be strong in the Lord. It requires: 1- Taking a stand against the devil 2- Putting on the armor of God 3- Praying in the Spirit

INTRO. - Be strong. Be strong in the Lord. We can choose to be strong in ourselves or we can choose to be strong in the Lord. TAKE YOUR CHOICE! Most people (or many) choose to be strong in themselves. They want to be in control and do their own thing. They pride themselves on being a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Strong In The Lord Series

Contributed by George Yates on Nov 29, 2006

This sermon is to heighten our awareness of the Spiritual Battle and of the weapons we have to defeat the evil one. Paul gives us instruction on winning this battle by "Be Strong in the Lord," "Put on the full armor," and "Stand firm."

EPHESIANS 6:10-20 November 26, 2006 New Covenant EPC “BE STRONG IN THE LORD” Body Life: The Book of Ephesians I. From a cartoon by Lee Johnson, Following the Sunday morning service, the pastor stood at the back of the church, shaking hands with the worshipers as they left. A. As one man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Strong In The Lord

Contributed by Michael Walther on May 25, 2011

An examination of "the full armor of God" (Ephesians 6) and the way God gives us faith, protects us from evil, and strengthens us to live by faith

Be Strong in the Lord Introduction The television series “Band of Brothers” follows the experiences of a company of paratroopers as they participate in the invasion of Europe. In one scene Lt. Richard Winters is leading his men into the heart of the Battle of the Bulge. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Lutheran

A Strong Beginning

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 15, 2019

Today's Sermon is so that we can have a great and a strong start for the New Year.

A Strong Beginning {Audio: https://mega.nz/#!rV1gBYpB!rnrWY6Ty-WQFLyenNr8gOebiU_ezsJM8xudzI_bGn6o} As we ended our time last week in our previous sanctuary, I talked on our need to have a great ending. And my opening statement was, “A good start needs a better ending, and a good ending needs a ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

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