Sermons on strong foundation: showing 586-600 of 69,499

Finishing Strong By Keeping The Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jan 7, 2024

The importance of keeping the faith and finishing our race.

I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God. May all who read it and hear be blessed. FINISHING STRONG BY KEEPING THE FAITH In 1964, Billy Mills came out of nowhere to become the first, and only American to ever win the Olympic 10,000-meter race. Billy was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Philippians 3:14, Hebrews 12:2, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Matthew 21:28-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stay Awake, Stay Strong SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

The Christian life is a journey, a race, but most importantly, it is a battle. The warfare is real and can be exhausting, but we must not fall asleep. A sleeping believer is a powerless believer and poses no threat to the devil.

Introduction: The Christian life is a journey, a race, and a battle. We must not forget that we are in a spiritual warfare and that we cannot afford to sleep. A sleeping believer is powerless and poses no threat to the devil. 1 Thessalonians 5:5-9 (NIV): "You are all children of the light and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-9

Topics: Christian Life, Spiritual Warfare

Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Topics: Suffering, Joy

Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Paul faced numerous challenges and spiritual battles. Despite the relentless attacks from hell, he remained steadfast, tearing down strongholds and liberating the oppressed. His story is a testament to enduring faith and resilience, reminding us that we too can stand strong amidst trials.

One of the things I really love about the Bible is when it gives us a deep look into the lives of its characters. One person who captures my attention is the Apostle Paul. Today, we will take a peek into his life and discover some valuable lessons. In this passage, Paul is on a ship as a prisoner, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:3-5

Topics: Faith, Resilience

Five Traits Of A Strong Christian SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A Strong Christian is: 1. Positive under pressure. 2. Sensitive to the needs of others. 3. A peacemaker, not a troublemaker. 4. Patient. 5. Prayerful.

A Spiritually Mature Christian is someone who exhibits certain characteristics. These characteristics include being positive under pressure, being sensitive to the needs of others, being a peacemaker, being patient, and being prayerful. Spiritual maturity is not determined by age, appearance, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Topics: Character

Foundations - Going Beyond Repentance Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2002

The writer of Hebrews tells us we must mature in Christ to the point where we go beyond the "elementary truth" of things like repentance. But how can we do that?

OPENING: A fellow named Louie, deep in debt, was thinking of ending it all. "That’s ridiculous," says his neighbor, who was a chemist. "Look, I can give you a pill that will put you in a state of suspended animation. I’ll say you died - but then I’ll ship your body to another state, where you ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Foundations - Escaping Hell's Fury Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2002

Why did Jesus preach about Hell, and how can we be sure to avoid this terrible place?

OPENING: Looking over the rim of the volcano’s crater, the American tourist remarked, "Reminds one of Hell, doesn’t it?" The guide threw up his hands and exclaimed, "These Americans, they’ve been everywhere." APPLICATION: The tourist was noting that the volcano’s pit was not a comfortable place. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Foundations - Gaining Heaven's Glory Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2002

Revelation gives a description of heaven that has been debated for centuries. What picture of this did God want us to receive?

TEXT: Revelation 21:1-8/22-22:5 OPENING: KNOWING HOW TO GET TO HEAVEN R.Digest 2/84 p. 153 From Bishop Fulton J. Sheen’s autobiography "Treasure in Clay." I stopped to ask a few boys for directions to the Town Hall where I was giving a lecture. They told me where the Town Hall was and then ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

5. What's Your Foundation? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007

God does not want his servants to be paralyzed by fear of making mistakes, but to use everything they have been given for His Kingdom.

INTRO There is a difference between knowing something and actually applying it in your life. I have watched countless hours of football. I know all the positions, and I know the hand signals the officials use, and I feel like I understand how to win a game pretty well. But I’ve never played one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fathers Build Solid Foundations

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 19, 2007

A Father’s Day Sermon on the essential of building oneself, one’s family and others in Sound Doctrine.

FATHERS BUILD SOLID FOUNDATIONS INTRODUCTION: A Father’s Most Important Responsibility Show “Dad’s Duct Tape” video clip (bluefish TV) As we could see from the video, fathers have many roles and responsibilities. Not only that, but we can be quite resourceful in finding ways to fulfill ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:10-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith

Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 17, 2008

If Jesus had refused to suffer the shame and reproach of the Cross, and if the Crucifixion had never taken place, then our sins could not be forgiven … remitted. As a matter of fact, there wouldn’t be a gospel, for the gospel stands on the foundation of t

The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith John 19:1 Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scourged him. 2 And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, 3 And said, Hail, King of the Jews: and they smote him with their hands. 4 Pilate ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part 3 - The Foundation Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 4, 2006

See how the Apostles and the Prophets are the foundation and Jesus Christ the Cornerstone, and everything is built upon this, including the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

Grieving the Holy Spirit Part 3 – The Foundation of the Spirit Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME Welcome to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan. We are glad you are here this beautiful morning, joining us in our worship and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Stewardship 1 - A Firm Foundation Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Apr 4, 2005

This is the first in a series of stewardship messages focusing on building a life of stewardship. This message investigates themes of ownership, responsibility, and accountability.

Stewardship Pt 1 ¡V A Firm Foundation Genesis 1 This morning I want to begin a series of messages for stewardship month focusing on building a life of Christian stewardship. What is stewardship and what does it have to do with us? First let me dispel some myths about stewardship: Stewardship is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-28

Denomination: *other

Firm Foundation Sets The Standard Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Feb 10, 2010

There are special foundation stones that set the standard for our daily living and serve as spiritual markers: It is equally important in our lives to have “spiritual markers,” which is a point of reference, so that whenever we are confused, discourage

Introduction There are special foundation stones that set the standard for our daily living and serve as spiritual markers: It is equally important in our lives to have “spiritual markers,” which is a point of reference, so that whenever we are confused, discouraged, or disoriented we ...read more

Scripture: James 2:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

"The Church's One Foundation" Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Feb 11, 2011

And Luke says that the story he told, ending with the ascension of Jesus into heaven, was the BEGINNING of the teaching ministry of Jesus. It was the BEGINNING of the deeds of Jesus. Jesus had instructed His disciples by both deed and word.

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 12 Feb 2011 Acts 1:1-3 “Series” God’s Vision and Power for Shell Point Baptist Acts: A Church’s one Foundation INTRO: The early church was mighty in its infancy. The plague of apathy, the disease of inertness and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist