Sermons on Confident Hope:

For To Us A Child Is Born

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 23, 2016

The concept of hope as set forth in Isaiah 9:1-7 shows us that just as God dispelled the darkness at creation, so he will bring light into a world made dark by sin and unbelief.

Scripture Tonight is Christmas Eve. During Advent, I have preached a series of messages on the Old Testament Scripture Readings that I am calling, “Advent in Isaiah.” In about 740 BC God called Isaiah to be a minister of his Word to Jerusalem and the southern kingdom of Judah. The culture had ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Disease Of "Give-Up-Itis"

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2016

WE FACE A DEADLY DISEASE CALLED: "GIVE-UP-ITIS!" Life and ministry can grow very heavy and our arms can grow tired and weary. David teaches us, when things do not go as we hoped, we have to try again.

FACING THE DISEASE OF GIVE-UP-ITIS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There is a little man at one of the rest homes we visit weekly, his name is Bo. I say: How are you doing Bo? He answers: AWL, I AM HOLDING ON --- THERE GROWS A DEADLY DISEASE --- IT IS CALLED ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Revival In The Valley PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

No matter how hopeless or dead a situation may seem, God has the power to breathe life back into it.

Good morning, family. Today, we will be diving deep into the wonderful book of Ezekiel, focusing on chapter 37, verses 1-14. This story, commonly known as 'The Valley of Dry Bones,' is a vivid portrayal of God's promise of restoration and a revival of hope. It's a reminder that no matter how bleak ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Topics: Hope

Mark PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

Explores the hope and salvation found in the Second Coming of Christ, urging believers to remain vigilant and faithful.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a blessing to gather here today. We're about to embark on a voyage through the scripture. A voyage that will take us through the words of Mark, chapter 13, verses 24 to 37. Let's read together. [Read passage] The words of Mark, inspired by God, carry a message of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Hope

A Magnificent Hope In The Midst Of Your Trials #3 Series

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 21, 2007

God will do what He says that He will do. In addition, our commitment to the Lord provides a great source of hope for us in the midst of our trials.

Text: Psalm 27:1-6 (NASB) Introduction: This morning we are continuing our series on Hope. We have learned that our confidence in the Lord is a provider of hope. We have also learned that our confidence in the performance of the Lord is a wonderful source of hope. This is because God will do what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does Our Hope Consist In? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 4, 2021

Without God in the world we have no hope. When we come to know God as a true and present and living reality in our lives, we receive the gift of hope.

Monday of 2nd week in Advent What was the hope of the man with the paralyzed limbs? What was the hope of the men who in their faith and love let him down into the room where Jesus was? At first glance, the only thing they seemed to want was a healing touch, a friend once more able to walk. But ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Luke 5:17-26, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

Trust To Climb

Contributed by Fred Rabinovitz on Jan 15, 2002

Confidence in God’s promises.

TRUST TO CLIMB The following was taken from registration sheets and comment cards returned to the staff of the Bridger Wilderness Area in Wyoming in 1996: 1. Trails need to be wider so people can walk holding hands. 2. Trails need to be reconstructed. Please avoid building trails that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Crisis Of A Woman Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 25, 2016

At times we feel as if faith is all we have when dealing with the struggles of life. Fortunately, when faith is all we have, we can discover we have all we need. When it appears our situation is beyond any hope of being resolved, the Lord is able.

Series: Walking by Faith # 4 The Crisis of a Woman Mark 5: 24-34 As we continue the series of walking by faith, we come to a woman in the Scriptures who faced great difficulty in life. We will discover, as we examine her situation that she had exhausted every possible avenue in hopes of being ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning A New Year Series

Contributed by Tom Mcvicar on Dec 27, 2005

Facing the New Year with confidence.

“In the Beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God.” John 1 v1 Tonight we stand on the edge of a New Year. Many wonder what it will bring; joy or sorrow, increase or decline, grief or happiness, yet a New Year can be a time of a new beginning when we leave the past ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

A People Of Truth Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 4, 2012

This section forms a transition between the teaching on the Day of the Lord & exhortations for present living. In contrast to those who believe Satan’s lies, here are those who believe the truth of God. In this section there are three life impacts that co

[ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE FUTURE Series] 2 THESSALONIANS 2: 13-17 A PEOPLE OF TRUTH This section forms a transition between Paul’s teaching on the Day of the Lord (2:1-12) and his exhortations for present living in view of that day which follow (3:1-15). Right here the Holy Spirit blows ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Sound Out! Do We Have Hope?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 24, 2025

Is hope a verb? Or is it a noun? Hope is essential to our daily living. We must sound out to evaluate our hope patterns.

SOUND OUT: DO WE HAVE HOPE? By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol..com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) IS HOPE A VERB? IS HOPE A NOUN? *HOPE: optimistic state of mind, a feeling of positive outcome, a confident expectation in the promises and character of God, the object of desire. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:12, Romans 15:13, Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Living Hope, A Sure Anchor In Troubled Times Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 29, 2022

Peter has some good news for beaten down and discouraged Jesus-followers.

Living Hope A Sure Anchor In Troubled Times Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God's elect, strangers in the world, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2who have been chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon: There Is A Reason For Our Glorious Hope In Christ

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 4, 2025

Knowing the limits of their power and influence in a hostile environment, Peter encouraged them to live above reproach by living a wholesome life, a good profession, and being always ready to give an answer to everyone who ask their reason for hoping in Christ.

Sermon: There is A Reason for Our Glorious Hope in Christ Scripture Lesson-1Peter 3:13-22 “Now, who will want to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don’t worry or be afraid of their threats. Instead, you must worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22, Romans 8:28-31, Psalm 56:4, Matthew 5:10, Romans 8:35-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

You Of Little Faith

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 23, 2008

Worrying does not add one second to our lives. We must learn to live in each moment with gratitude to God.

Matthew 6: 24 – 34 / You Of Little Faith Intro: I heard about a 95 year old woman in a nursing home who received a visit from her pastor. The pastor asked her, “How are you feeling?” She said, “I’m worried sick!” The pastor said, “What are you worried about? You look like you’re in good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Courageous Faith Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 27, 2011

In our Quest for God, we sometimes have to go against the flow and stand up for God's words. This takes courage and commitment. It promises a great reward!

1. Doing the right thing: A man dies, arrives at the Pearly Gates, and (as always in stories like this), St. Peter is there and asks him to relate a good deed he had done. He thinks for a moment then says, “Well, there was the time I was driving down a road when I saw a group of hoodlums ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ