Sermons on Blessed Hope:

"what Is Christmas Really All About?"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 11, 2023

In this 2023 series we are looking at the true meaning of Christmas. Today/s message is titled Wishing ands Hoping. The NT gives us a great word: HOPE. We have the blessed Hope: His name is Jesus.

“Wishing and Hoping” Isaiah 9:6-7a Several years ago, I wrote and published my first book. The entire process took about two and a half years. The Bible was written over a period of 1500 years. And rather than one author, there were approximately 40. With very different backgrounds; sheep ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, John 14:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation's Three Wonderful Blessings Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016

Sermon one on the doctrine of salvation gives the three blessings of salvation: deliverance from sin's damning penalty (justification); sin's dominating power (regeneration) and sin's defiling presence (glorification).

SALVATION FROM A TO Z Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com Website: Yahoo search homeorchurchbiblestudy.com bob marcaurelle Copyright 2005 by Bob Marcaurelle 2014 Revision by Bob Marcaurelle Sermon 1 SALVATION’S THREE WONDERFUL BLESSINGS “Call his name, Jesus (The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

An Examination Of The Rapture Of The Church – Part 1 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 24, 2022

These addresses will examine what the Rapture is, the meaning of the word, the biblical passages pertaining to the rapture, and how history changed the teaching. The Rapture is the blessed hope (glorious hope) and Christians should rejoice in the teaching.

AN EXAMINATION OF THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH – PART 1 OF 4 We are going to enter a journey into the understanding of the Rapture. I am wanting to do that because this is such an important subject, and the changes in the world in these past 24 months have been quite dramatic, further pointing to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51, 1 Corinthians 15:1-58, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 4:1, John 14:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of Justification Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 15, 2002

Through justification we experience all the blessings of God’s love, not just the promise of eternal life but also in this present life! 1. We have Peace with God, 2. We Stand in Grace, 3. We Rejoice in Hope.

The Blessings of Justification Romans 5:1–11 INTRODUCTION Once a farmer was interviewing prospective workers. The farmer asked one young man “What makes you the best person for the job?” The young man answered, “I can sleep when the wind blows.” Now the farmer thought this to be a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Hope Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 15, 2025

Derek Prince wrote, “In my opinion hopelessness is one of the saddest conditions in human experience—and uncounted millions in our world today are hopeless people. But thanks be to God— you and I do not have to be hopeless.”

One Hope Ephesians 4:4 Introduction Derek Prince wrote, “In my opinion hopelessness is one of the saddest conditions in human experience—and uncounted millions in our world today are hopeless people. But thanks be to God—you and I do not have to be hopeless.” What do you think about when you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessings Of Grace

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Oct 30, 2007

How many times do we take God’s Grace for granted. Do we really know how amazing it is?

The Blessings of Grace – 28th October 2007 pm The story is told of a young girl who left work early so she could have some uninterrupted study time right before a final exam in religion class. She studied all night. When she arrived at class in the morning everybody was cramming as much last ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Justification Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 3, 2012

Paul lays out a grim picture for humanity and says that there is basically no hope for humanity when left to our own actions and abilities. We fall short every time, we are sinful to the core and there is NOTHING we can do to remove that sin or shake the

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 3, 2012 Date Preached: February 5, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Romans Sermon Title: The Blessing of Justification Sermon Text: Romans 3:21-26; 5:1-11 [ESV] 21But now the righteousness of God has been ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Assurance Of Hope

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2019

Moving on to better things.

THE ASSURANCE OF HOPE. Hebrews 6:9-20. We saw last week that the writer to the Hebrews concludes that those who are inclined to fall away are NIGH unto cursing (Hebrews 6:8); but he emphasises to the recipients of his letter that “we are persuaded better things of you, and things that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Hope, That Doesn’t Disappoint

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 12, 2010

You don’t have to do anything to deserve God’s favor, and that’s one of the hardest things to learn about Gods goodness and Favor. The fact that you don’t have to do anything, just boggles a lot of peoples minds.

A Hope that does not disappoint Romans 5:5 NKJ 5Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. But “hope” in the Bible is a confident and positive expectation of good. God wants you to have a confident expectation ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of Hope

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jul 21, 2023

Hope is God's gift to the believer. The fact is that God Almighty put you on this earth with a specific purpose. You have a divine destiny that no one else on this planet can achieve but you.

Hope is God's gift to the believer. David writes in Psalms 42:5, "Hope though in God". Say that with me. "Hope thou in God". Jeremiah writes, "For I know the plans I have for you," saith the Lord, "They are plans for good, plans to give you a future and a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Is The Nation

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 20, 2002

Most of us would agree that our nation has been blessed beyond measure but we must remember that "to whom much is given, much will be required". We must not lose sight of this basic Bible concept if we hope to have the abundance of blessings to continue.

“BLESSED IS THE NATION" “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance.” Psalm 33:12 Introduction: Most of us would agree that our nation has been blessed as no other nation in history. We have been blessed materially, geographically, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Baptist

From Dust To Life: Creating A Lasting Legacy Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 16, 2026

How do we want people to see our lives? What type of impact do we hope to leave to the next generation?

We are coming into the final chapters of our Dust to Life series in the book of Genesis. We can see that there has been a central theme throughout the entire book. Since the fall of humankind, the world has been marred by evil and the things that flow from it—sin, sickness, death, and the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whatever You Ask Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Mar 17, 2026

This is sermon #2 in my series "Whatever"

When I was a kid, my mom used to send me to the store with very specific instructions. She’d say, “Go get a gallon of milk. Don’t forget… I want 2%. Not whole milk. Not skim milk. 2% milk. And don’t get the expensive brand. And make sure it’s not close to expiration. And don’t get distracted. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

He Will See You Through

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Aug 9, 2025

This is a sermon about how you can make it with God on your side.

Scripture Text: Isaiah 43:2 (KJV) “When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. My Brothers and Sisters, I came to tell ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Baptist

I Was Bitter, But Now I’m Better

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 30, 2025

Isn’t it something that one of the most honored women in history, the mother of Jesus, the Savior, the Christ, carried a name that meant bitter?

Ruth 1:20-21 And she said unto them, Call me not Naomi, call me Mara: for the Almighty hath dealt very bitterly with me. As I stand before you today, I want to lift up a thought that will stir your spirit: I Was Bitter but Now I’m Better. Touch your neighbor and say: “Neighbor, I’ve been through ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist