Sermons on Weakness:

Unwavering Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 18, 2017

Our liberty should 1) Never cause a brother to stumble (v. 13), 2) grieve or be devastated (vv. 14–15); 3) never forfeit our witness for Christ (vv. 16–19), 4) tear down His work (vv. 20–21), or be either 5) denounced or flaunted (vv. 22–23)

Most churches include dedicated, faithful believers whose consciences do not allow them to participate in or approve of certain practices. The Apostle Paul described those who exercise their legitimate liberty as “stronger believers”. Those who feel restricted in exercising legitimate liberty as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Other

Driven To Denial Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 28, 2018

Although there were clear warnings, Peter ignored those and denied Jesus. We may tend to be critical, but we have been guilty of failing to heed the warnings of the Spirit. Warnings left unheeded are of no value.

Driven to Denial Mark 14: 66-72 The long night of pain and suffering for Jesus had begun, and the difficulty continued to mount. He suffered in agony, praying under a heavy burden in the Garden of Gethsemane. After His prayer had ended, Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, led a multitude, sent by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Baptist

Be Like Amos Or One Of Gideon’s 300

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 15, 2018

God uses small things and people to do great things.

1Co 1:26 For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called: 27 But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-28, Amos 7:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Samson, The Flawed Savior

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Oct 10, 2021

When we stop trusting in human strength or looking to our own ability, God will act. When we are weakest and most defenseless, God will show grace. It’s when we’re at our lowest that God gets ready to shine his glory, to show that He is our Savior.

There is something called the underdog. It’s the boxer not expected to win the fight. It’s the team up against the undefeated champions from last year. The underdog is an unlikely candidate for success, because he’s too small, or they’re too weak, or inexperienced. Yet we know it’s the underdog ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:23-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hold Firm Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Oct 12, 2021

What motivates us? Do we allow the Word to sink deeply into our hearts so Jesus can help and heal?

Hold Firm Walk in Wisdom / Hebrews 4:12–16   • [VIDEO] • Our desire, according to psychologists, is threefold: to feel morally clean, safe, and significant. We’ll do anything to justify feeling and thinking that way. And we’ll avoid any source that holds up a mirror to our lives that says ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16, Proverbs 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Did The Angels Announce The Birth To Shepherds?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 6, 2017

A message about the choice to proclaim the news of Christ's birth to the lowly shepherds. The sermon looks at how the shepherds were a foreshadowing of who the ministry of Jesus would focus on.

OF COURSE IT WAS SHEPHERDS: We act like this was an inevitable part of the story, but it wasn’t. - Luke 2:8-12. - The Christmas story is so familiar that we presume that each part had to happen that way. “Of course the shepherds heard from the angels. It had to be like that.” Only it didn’t. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Can God Do Great Things Through Someone Like Me? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 6, 2018

A look at why it's ok that we are merely "jars of clay."

A Picture Of Us And God: We are the plain pot; Christ is the magnificent flower. - 2 Corinthians 4:7. Living This Truth Out: 1. It’s ok to admit your shortcomings. - 2 Corinthians 4:7 – “jars of clay.” 2. Accept that you’re the plain pot and Christ is the magnificent flower. - 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose For Us

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 20, 2022

These verses show that God's purpose is to provide good for those who love Him and are the called. So what does it mean: "called according to His purpose"? I think the context of this statement provides the answer.

Alba 2-20-2022 GOD'S PURPOSE FOR US Romans 8:26-30 Purpose, it is important in life isn't it. You find it everywhere. There is even a website called onpurpose.org. Its founder and CEO, Tom Tippin made the following statement: “We believe in putting purpose before profit. We're a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bible Study 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Contributed by Michael Brown on Mar 25, 2022

This study was personal to me because I know what it's like to be weak. I survived a traumatic brain injury in 2006 & was in rehab for a couple years. God used that event to bring my life in accordance with His will.

The format I use for Bible studies comes from one of the study Bibles I have. That Bible has worksheets in it for you to study scripture using the H.E.A.R format. That is Highlight-Explain-Apply-Respond. Highlight is the verse to study. Explain & Apply are pretty self explanatory. Respond is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

When My Strength Runs Out

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 15, 2025

When human strength collapses, divine life begins; Christ replaces effort with indwelling power, transforming weakness into the vessel of grace.

Introduction — When the Tank Is Empty There comes a point in every believer’s life when the gears grind and the fuel gauge hits E. You can quote all the right verses. You can teach Sabbath School, preach a fine sermon, smile in the foyer, and still feel like your soul is running on fumes. Some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18-25, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 8:1-4, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God’s Pogs

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 8, 2025

God will not look you over for medals degrees or diplomas, but for scars. - Elbert Hubbard

If you have ever served in the military, you have heard the term POG (pronounced pogue). It means Persons Other than Grunt or noncombatants. Grunts being the ones in the firefight. POGs are often behind the lines a good ways such as medical, financial, personnel, logistics and such personnel. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort For The Uncomfortable — A Devotional Look At Romans 8

Contributed by Andrew Senesac on Nov 12, 2025

Romans 8 is both highly theological and highly practical. In it Paul discusses the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. I have followed Paul’s example and this outline reflects both that theological and practical nature.

Therefore… No condemnation (v.1) I. Paul looks back over all he’s said from chapter 3 till now. He’s laid out the Gospel in both its Justification (ch. 3-5) and Sanctification (ch. 6-8). He concludes with the truth of our sanctification. This truth is both legal and practical: I. Legal - ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39, Romans 6:16-18, Psalm 53:2, Isaiah 53:6

Things That Hinder/Weaken Faith Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 24, 2025

Twenty Steps that Weaken Faith.

A. REVIEW LESSONS ON FAITH 1. Faith is a relationship. “Have faith in God” (Mark 11:22). 2. It takes two wings to fly. “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:20). 3. Your faith can grow. “From faith to faith” (Romans 1:17). 4. Different believers’ express faith for different purposes. “Having ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:18, Mark 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Sufficient?

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 11, 2025

We are not sufficient for the calling of Christ—but He is. In our weakness, His triumph is revealed, and through us the fragrance of His grace fills the world.

There is something profoundly moving about gathering in the house of God and sensing that you are not alone in the journey of faith. A worship service—when it is filled with sincerity and unguarded hearts—reminds us of something we tend to forget: God has already been walking toward us before we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16, 2 Corinthians 3:5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 15:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Thank God For The Thorns

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 12, 2025

How do we respond to the thorns that just won't go away? Paul gives a great example and encouragement in what to do.

2.16.25 2 Corinthians 12:7b–10 (EHV) 7 I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me, so that I would not become arrogant. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that he would take it away from me. 9 And he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran