Sermons on Confiding:

How Can I Count My Blessings?

Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 1, 2000

Keeping my perspective when times get tough.

How Can I Count My Blessings? I Peter 4:12-19 So, how was your Thanksgiving this year? Consider Job. He has come to represent the epitome of suffering. His children were killed in an accident. He is financially ruined. He has been stricken with an incurable illness--and is in such constant ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confronting The Caves Of Your Life

Contributed by Dan Chromy on Oct 22, 2000

When we recognize God's greatness, our response will be to praise Him even in the face of the adversities of life.

It is easy to appreciate God's greatness during the good times. It is easy to praise God for His greatness when you are prosperous, when you have enough money to buy the things you want. It is easy to appreciate God's greatness when your health is good, when there seems to be no limit to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Obstacles

Contributed by Carl Kelleher on Mar 1, 2002

If God calls us to do something, then He enables us to do what He calls us to do.

Title: “Overcoming Obstacles” Text: Philippians 4: 13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” If you think you’re beaten, you are. If you think you dare not, you don’t. If you Like to win, but you think you can’t, it’s almost certain you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Word Of Encouragement To God's Children

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 28, 2001

This sermon is a word of encouragement to the beleiver who feels discouraged due to various causes such as difficulties and disappointments.

A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO GOD’S CHILDREN OUTLINE 1.DO NOT LOSE YOUR FAITH AND CONFIDENCE 2.DO NOT BE WEARY IN DOING GOOD 3.DO NOT BE HASTY IN DECIDING YOUR DESTINY 4.DO NOT FEEL FORSAKEN AND WEAKENED 5.DO NOT FORGET GOD’S TIMING THE MESSAGE A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO GOD’S CHILDREN 1.DO ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

"My Will Be Done" (Hezekiah) Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2002

Understanding God’s purpose in illness

"My will be done" (Hezekiah) Rev Dr Robert Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: Hezekiah’s: Illness (vs 1) Outcry (vss 2-11) Outcome (vss 12-21) Introduction: A friend of mine serves as a hospital ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-21

Denomination: Congregational

8 Special Blessings That Those Born Jewish Have

Contributed by Todd Riley on Apr 16, 2002

An exposition of Romans 9:1-5

Islington Baptist Church April 14, 2002 Romans 9:1-5 Scriptures: Romans 3:1-8, Philippians 3:1-9 8 special blessings that those born Jewish have In Romans 3:1 Paul asks this question: “What advantage, then, is there in being a Jew, or what value is there in circumcision?” Paul’s answer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Journey Beyond Sight

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on May 6, 2025

Faith is beyond what we can see

If we were to look at Hebrews 11:1 it is a A Journey Beyond Sight In every human heart lies a yearning—for meaning, for justice, for hope, for something more than what we see with our eyes. We search for certainty in a world that offers little of it. We long for stability yet live amid constant ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Trust In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of trusting in God's wisdom and guidance, rather than relying on our own understanding and desires.

Good morning, friends. We gather here today, hearts open, minds eager. We're here to talk about trust. Trust in God. A simple phrase. A big idea. It's not always easy. Sometimes, it's the hardest thing we can do. But it's important. It's vital. G.K. Chesterton once said, "The riddles of God are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Topics: Trust, Lord, Fully

The Battle Is Not Yours PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

Encourages us to trust in God's active participation in our battles, drawing strength, boldness, and contentment from truly knowing Him.

Good morning, dear ones. Gather around, lean in, and let your hearts be still for a moment. In the quiet of this sanctuary, let us unite our spirits and turn our attention to the Word of the Lord. We find ourselves today in the midst of the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Samuel, chapter 17, verses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37-51

Topics: Give Battles To Lord

Trust God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 31, 2024

This sermon explores the comfort and courage found in trusting Jesus amid life's burdens, emphasizing the transformative power of faith in God's benevolence.

Welcome, dear family! It's a joy to be with you today, as we turn our hearts and minds to the comforting and life-affirming words of our Savior, found in the Gospel of John. “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me." -John 14:1 These words, spoken by Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Topics: Belief, God

Rejoice In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

Explores the centrality of Christ in salvation, our circumstances before salvation, and our conversion through Christ, emphasizing our thrilling relationship with God.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy and privilege to stand before you today, not because of who we are, but because of who He is. We gather in this sacred space, not to celebrate our own works or wisdom, but to honor and adore the One who is our wisdom, our righteousness, our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Topics: Salvation, Before

Changed......but How Much?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

The Change indicated in Scripture is a TOTAL change......not just a lurch in direction.

When we were baptized into Christ, a great change took place. A. Some of this change was a direct result of God working on our sin sick souls. 1. God performed an operation upon our souls.... He circumcised us. a. Not a physical circumcision, but a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Dwell In God's House

Contributed by Edward Frey on May 22, 2003

Through faith in Christ, we are God’s children and members of his household.

The other day I was playing with my sons. We were building a house out of blocks. Up and up the structure went until it would reach a certain point, and, then it toppled over. So we’d start over. Higher and higher the blocks would go until they fell over. This happened a couple of times and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Whining Friends--Faithful People

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 4, 2003

David was receiving bad advice from so-called friends...and his foundations were shaken. But David was faithful; because he had taken refuge in God.

July 6, 2003 Sunday Evening Title: Psalm 11: "Whining Friends and Faithful People" Text: Psalm 11:1-7 Introduction As we continue our study of Psalms, we come to chapter 11. It is certainly appropriate to study this Psalm during our celebration of Independence Day this week. This Psalm is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Gospel Goal Of Love Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 9, 2003

How do you build love from pure hearts with good consciences and sincere faith? We find just how NOT to do this in Paul’s letters to Timothy, then we see just how to.

The Gospel Goal is Love 1 Timothy 1:3 As I urged you upon my departure for Macedonia, remain on at Ephesus, in order that you may instruct certain men not to teach strange doctrines, 4 nor to pay attention to myths and endless genealogies, which give rise to mere speculation rather than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-11, 2 Timothy 2:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ