Sermons on Basis Of Our Confidence:

Fearless Fidelity

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 4, 2010

The resurrection of Jesus Christ empowers his followers to live lives of faith with boldness and confidence.

FEARLESS FIDELITY Revelation 8:1 – 9:21 Sermon Objective: The resurrection of Jesus Christ empowers his followers to live lives of faith with boldness and confidence. Supporting Scripture: Psalm 118:1-9, Matthew 10:27-28, 2 Corinthians 4:3-5, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 13:5-6 Albrecht Dürer ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Get To Work Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 29, 2006

The work of the church is found in confidence in it’s leadership, and setting an example for others to follow.

Introduction I. As a church, we believe in what is called the “imminent return of Christ.” A. The imminent return of Christ, means that we believe that Jesus Christ could return at any time, even before this church service is completed, to take His bride, the church back to heaven. B. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3-18

Denomination: Methodist

Suffering And Trial

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 23, 2017

The experience of suffering can at times involve a loss of confidence in God’s near presence.

Suffering and Trial The experience of suffering can at times involve a loss of confidence in God’s near presence....The challenge of suffering is a test to all sanctity. It is met well whenever the truth of God’s presence is embraced in a deeper certitude of faith. The certitude is directed ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20-22

Denomination: Catholic

The Supremacy Of Christ Is Demonstrated In Our Personal Purity

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Oct 26, 2001

This sermon demonstrates the uselessness of trying to purify ourselves because only Christ can truly prify us.

The Supremacy of Christ is Demonstrated in Our Personal Purity Colossians 3:1-11 October 28, 2001 Intro: A. [Catch-22 of Incompetence, Citation: Hank Simon, Belleville, Illinois; source: New York Times News Service, Belleville [Illinois] News-Democrat (1-18-00)] Most incompetent people don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus: Our Focus For Real Life Change Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Sep 22, 2009

Any hope of transformation requires us to focus on Jesus: see only him, hear only him. The disciples learned on the Mount of Transfiguration that there is only one Lord, and he required their complete attention. His presence and our obedience will bring

I have a hope and a dream. I have an ideal of myself, my life, my family In that dream, I am a dad who does not get angry or blow his cool. I am a father who is gentle under all kinds of pressure with his children. I am caring and spend many hours laughing, playing, being carefree with them. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Right Father Enhances Our Walk With Jesus Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 4, 2021

Our culture attempt to redefine our God-given morality code to make it feel comfortable living while outside that code for godly living. John reminds us that Jesus takes away, forgives, our sin and enables us to experienced changed lives.

In 1969, the year I graduated from high school, 500,000 young people made a trip to Sullivan County and set up camp in Max Yasgur’s pasture. The Woodstock Music and Art Festival was billed as “three days of peace and music.” True believers see it as an era devoted to human advancement. Cynics ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Service For Our Son, Eric Crandall

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 2, 2021

This is the message I preached for our 40-year-old son. I hope it can help give comfort to other grieving parents. I preached about Heaven because that is where our Eric is.

Funeral Service for Our Son, Eric Crandall Revelation 21:1-6 (Preached May 25, 2021) BACKGROUND: *This is the message I preached for the funeral of our 40-year-old son who died on May 21, 2021, after a brief but terrible illness. This sermon is intensely personal, but I hope it can help give ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ "King Of The Jews"

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Nov 25, 2018

The kangaroo court and trial of Jesus

Weekend Message/Devotion November 25, 2018 John 18:33-37 Jesus Christ “King of the Jews” The Sanhedrin and Jewish leaders have now plotted to have Jesus not only arrested by the ruling Roman government but also, seek to have Him killed. “And one of them, Caiaphas, being high priest that year, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37, John 11:49-53, 2 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Oh No, He’s Back Again Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 13, 2016

A study of the book of Job 2: 1 – 13

Job 2: 1 – 13 Oh No, He’s Back Again 1 Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them to present himself before the LORD. 2 And the LORD said to Satan, “From where do you come?” Satan answered the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christian Assurance Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

If you want to be certain that you have nothing to fear from death, then put your confidence in Jesus Christ.

Death! It’s one of the 2 great certainties in life. Death and taxation aren’t they? Death! If you ever want to kill a conversation, just start talking about death. We’ll all face it in the end, but none of us seems to want to face it now. It’s almost as though we’re scared of it. For some there’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Anglican

Lies We Believe About Our Children Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008

A look at some lies we believe about our children

Lies we believe about children Jokes about Children: A small child is someone who can wash his hands without getting the soap wet. The trouble with children is that when they’re not being a lump in your throat, they’re being a pain in your neck. Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Our Eyes Will See The Coming Of The Glory Of The Lord Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Hell was prepared for the devil and his angels. And when each of us is born, we inherit a little bit of the devil in each of us. It's called sin.

INTRODUCTION One of the most popular patriotic songs is “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Many people don’t realize it comes from the War Between the States. It was actually written to be a recruitment song for the Union Forces. Of course, the favorite song of the Confederate ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Sep 21, 2008

Miss you, we will without a doubt. Long for your love and understanding, everyday without exception. Mourn our loss, deeply and for the rest of our lives. Confident that we will be with you again in the presence of Jesus, never a hesitation!

1Th. 4:13-18 Rom 12:9-18 Let us not be ignorant…so St. Paul informs us, let us not be like the rest of men who have no hope. No hope. Darkness, emptiness, zero. No hope. Fear. Anxiety. Apprehension. Is there anything more than what I can see and touch? Is this all there is? Most people, they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Courage In Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 15, 2020

Our past experiences, our past victories give us the confidence that we can sail through. But in reality every time the sailing needs proper guidance and metrological advice. Know the secrets of your life voyage.

Text: Acts 27:21-26 Theme: Keep up your Courage Introduction: The Lord is Good; His love endures forever. I praise God for this opportunity to meditate and share the Word of God with you all. We continue to ponder the hope amidst despair. God does communicate with us through many passages and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Believers And Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Feb 28, 2022

As believers in Jesus Christ, we are engaged in spiritual warfare with unseen wicked forces. To overcome our enemy in the power of the Holy Spirit, we must remain resolute in our confidence in God and determine never to accept defeat. -

THE BELIEVER AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE Study Text: Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: - Most Christians have forgotten that the Christian life is not a playground, but a battlefield. As a result, very few of the Lord's people are armed, equipped and ready to wage spiritual battle. - Whether we ever ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal