Sermons on True Firmness:

Spiritual Disciplines For True Disciples – Matthew 6 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 22, 2025

JESUS teaches his followers Three Spiritual Disciplines regarding Giving/Charity, Fasting and Prayer toward GOD.

2025.02.23 Sermon Notes. SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES FOR TRUE DISCIPLES – MATTHEW 6. William Akehurst, HSWC Big Idea: JESUS teaches his followers Three Spiritual Disciplines regarding Giving/Charity, Fasting and Prayer toward GOD. Scriptures: Matthew 6:1-34, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:33, Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:33, Ecclesiastes 5:2, James 4:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Discipleship: A Sword, A Cross, And True Life

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 4, 2023

Jesus speaks to us about the cost of discipleship, the profound and sometimes challenging journey of following Him.

Today, we gather here to reflect on a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, specifically from chapter 10, verses 34 to 39. In these verses, Jesus speaks to us about the cost of discipleship, the profound and sometimes challenging journey of following Him. Let us turn our hearts and minds to these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Anglican

"the Power Of True Friendship"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 22, 2024

“ We love quoting the scripture that the Lord sticks closer than a brother”

When God gives us an assignment that is not according to our own plans, it can be confusing and challenging. We may feel unprepared, overwhelmed, or even resistant to the idea of stepping out of our comfort zone. However, it is important to remember that God's plans are always greater than our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Methodist

God’s Promise To True Loving People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 29, 2024

In a world where love and unity seem to be in short supply, it’s refreshing to know that God stands by true loving people and promises to unite them.

In a world where love and unity seem to be in short supply, it’s refreshing to know that God stands by true loving people and promises to unite them. In a world filled with division and strife, it’s easy to lose hope for unity and reconciliation. But as believers, we have a powerful tool at our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, 1 Corinthians 13:13

Jesus' True Family (Mark 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 9, 2024

Who belongs to Jesus' true family? Let's find out in Mark 3.

Was it lawful for Jesus to do good on the Sabbath? How did Jesus answer the scribes’ false accusation about healing via demons? How were they dangerously close to blaspheming the Holy Spirit? Who is Jesus’ brother and sister and mother? Let’s find out in Mark 3. Did Jesus have another ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob-Finding True Love--And More Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 24, 2022

Jacob had traveled many miles from his home. He finally reached his uncle's land and in an almost "deja vu" moment, found his first true love!

Introduction: Jacob had stopped near Bethel (Luz), many miles away from his home and family. He had a dream, probably one of the strangest but most striking he would ever know. He woke up, set up a stone as a pillar, and made a contract, so to speak, with God. Now he’s closer to Haran, the land ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

True Greatness - Mark 9:33-36 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 29, 2023

We read of the disciples arguing who was the greatest, and we see it as immature and crass. But all of us have far more of that in us than we realize. This sermon will help you discover areas of self-exaltation and show the path toward true greatness.

Mark 9:30 They left that place and passed through Galilee. Jesus did not want anyone to know where they were, 31 because he was teaching his disciples. He said to them, "The Son of Man is going to be delivered into the hands of men. They will kill him, and after three days he will rise." ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-36, Matthew 18:1-3, Luke 9:46-47

The True God Is Loving, Compassionate--And Jealous

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 6, 2024

What it means when we say God is a “jealous” God. He won’t let us change religion to suit our own passions and political desires. He loves us too much to permit that.

Saturday of the Fifth Week in Course 2024 Today we hear about the apostasy of the first king of the North of Israel, Jeroboam. Apostasy is the turning aside from true religion to the worship of a different god. The true God, as we know it from Christian revelation, is immaterial, eternal, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10, Psalm 106:6-7, Psalm 106:19-22, 1 Kings 12:26-32, 1 Kings 13:33-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

What Does It Mean That Jesus Is The True Vine?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Aug 4, 2025

The Content, the Condition, and the Consequences of a fruitful vineyard.

What Does it Mean That Jesus Is the True Vine? John 15:1-17 In the book of John, Jesus says “I AM” seven times. Seven is the number of completeness, of spiritual perfection. They are: I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE – (John 6:35) I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD – (John 8:12) I AM THE DOOR – (John 10:7, 9) I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"marks Of A True Christ-Follower" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 20, 2025

Based on Romans 12:9-13 - Encourages hearers to understand that their lives are to be marked w/ Christlike qualities.

“MARKS OF A TRUE CHRIST-FOLLOWER” Romans 12:9-13 FBCF – 10/22/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBGFsxRsnmM “Faith” & spirituality popular topics these days. - Charlie Kirk’s assassination has triggered a lot, positive & negative – Gospel seen & heard by millions ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Is True And Spiritual Worship. The Holy Ghost Intercessor

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 18, 2015

We must understand our prayer life is Spiritual. Sounds simple enough, But when we realize the position of the HOLY SPIRIT in our prayer life as our intercessor, this Spiritual Intercessory effectually fervent prayer, becomes WORSHIP in its highest form

2015.04.18.Sermon.The Holy Ghost Intercessor. PRAYER IS TRUE AND SPIRITUAL WORSHIP. William Akehurst, HSWC Understanding our prayer life IS SPIRITUAL. THE BIG IDEA: We must understand our prayer life is Spiritual. Sounds simple enough, But when we realize the position of the HOLY SPIRIT in our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Righteous Living Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore why living righteously may mean having fewer friends.

As believers, we are called to live righteously, following the teachings of God's Word and seeking to honor Him in all we do. However, living a righteous life can come with a cost, one that may surprise many of us. In this sermon, we'll explore why living righteously may mean having fewer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Christian Haters

Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 22, 2007

We must stand firm on the Truth!

John 15:18-15:25 JOHN 15:18"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you. 20Remember the words I spoke to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You're Tempted To Hide

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

A challenge to stand firm in our faith.

Have you ever had one of those moments when you just wish you could crawl underneath something and stay there for as long as possible? Boy, I have. I remember one time, in the seventh grade, there was this girl that I liked. Her name was Kristina, and man, she was cute. I really, really liked ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Holiness

Are You A Convert Or A Disciple?

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 25, 2012

A disciple of Jesus has a firm foundation.

Are You a Convert or a Disciple? February 3, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: A disciple of Jesus has a firm foundation. Focus Passage: Matthew 7: 24-27 Supplemental Passage: Mark 12:30 ‘AND YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist