Sermons on Courage In Difficulty:

Sunday – “triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem” Series

Contributed by Eric Lenhart on Aug 13, 2010

A look at the last week of Jesus' life.

Sunday – “Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem” (Matthew 21:1-11) 1st in a Series on “Passion Week” Introduction: Are you being true to who you are? Have you found your purpose and meaning in life, and are you fulfilling all that God has created you for? Are you filled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Shattering Sharethefaithaphobia

Contributed by Matthew Doebler on Aug 13, 2003

Teens are interested in religion and religious topics and yet we have such a tough time sharing our faith. Why? What can we do about it?

Youth Rally Sermon Shattering Sharethefaithaphobia There are a lot of phobias out there, aren’t there? You’ve heard of some of them, like aquaphobia, arachnophobia, xenophobia, but here are a few more: Peladophobia: fear of baldness and bald people. Chaetophobia: fear of hairy people. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

No Wake Zone: Building Block #1--Authenticity Series

Contributed by Brady Cooper on Jun 23, 2009

This sermon addresses the importance of authenticity in creating a safe, supportive, "no wake" zone in relationships, including marriage, family, friends, co-workers and other types of core relationships.

We are in week two of our series No Wake Zone. We just really believe that in this culture and world that we’re in, we get beaten around so much in our life that we need some healthy places in our life, a no wake zone, if you will. Having a no wake zone, a place of rest and refreshment, whether ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Direction God Gave Gideon Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 1, 2018

The really dangerous enemies were within the hearts of Gideon’s soldiers. Fear was one of them, and he sent 22,000 men home.

Chapter 23: The Direction God Gave Gideon for the Modeling of the Army Judges 7.1-7.8 Scripture 1 Then Jerubbaal, who is Gideon, and all the people that were with him, rose up early, and pitched beside the well of Harod: so that the host of the Midianites were on the north side of them, by the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Experience? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 21, 2013

The Christian life is all about having an experience with the living God.

Are You Experienced? Text: Gal. 3:1-5 Introduction 1. Rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix once asked, "Are you experienced? Have you ever been experienced? Well, I have." 2. The Apostle Paul asks the question, "Are you experienced." However, it is far different from the experience that Jimi is talking ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Beware Of The Bad Dogs

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022

Anyone such as a ….Mail man, Insurance salesman, Paper boy, UPS Delivery person, Milk man…

knows when they pull up in front of a house and see a sign on the fence that says, “Beware of the bad dog”, that sign means “BEWARE OF THE BAD DOG!” The background for this Psalm is found in that passage of scripture known as 1 Samuel 19:8-17. There are many things about this passage that are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel. Part 4: What Happens If We Reject Jesus?

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 24, 2020

Without Jesus in our lives, sin takes hold; weeds start to grow up in the garden of our lives. But the consequences for eternity are much more serious. However, does scripture really lead us to expect the 'pains of hell for ever'?

Please note. The passage for this talk is Matthew 25:31-46, however the main focus of the talk is v.46. Part 4: What happens if we reject Jesus? Today we have the fourth and last talk in my series on the gospel. We’re thinking about the question, ‘What happens if we reject Jesus?’ Quite a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, Matthew 25:46

Denomination: Baptist

Never Will I Forsake You!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 20, 2018

God’s people were assured that God would be with them, that He would never forsake ANYONE who feared Him & kept His commandments.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Hebrews 13:1-6; Deuteronomy 31:8 ILL. I wish you could have known Bessie Hanna. She was a long-time member of Central Christian Church in Brownsville, TX, & was 95 years old when she died. Bessie was a lovely & loving person. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-6, Deuteronomy 31:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Esther's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 18, 2017

Esther became an extraordinary woman of faith because she responded to the call on her life to become an intermediary for the people of Israel. She is a Bible faith hero because she was teachable, she knew when to call on God for His help, she became cou

Opening thoughts to the series: “Extraordinary women of faith” Thesis of Series: Extraordinary is defined as very unusual or remarkable – not ordinary or normal! Yes, the opposite of extraordinary is normal! We were created by God to live and do extraordinary things in our lives with His power ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Jesus Power In The Hard Times

Contributed by Craig Fenton on Sep 9, 2001

THE POWER OF JESUS DRAWS ALL MEN UNTO HIMSELF, HE USES OUR HARD TIMES TO DRAW MEN UNTO HIMSELF.

There is Jesus Power in the hard times Acts 9:32-43. Hard times are nothing new. Hard times, times of trials and tribulations, seem to be as constant as the sunrise. You can watch the news on any given day and hear of the hard times of those around our country. You can read the morning paper and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Paul’s confidence that he could do all things through Christ is specifically related to the ability to be content in all situations.

Philippians 4:10-13 Sunday, August 25, 2002 As you go through life their are certain moments that are captured in your mind with absolute clarity. With the right reminder you can go back to that moment and see the whole picture in the most vivid detail. I have one of those flashbacks whenever I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon: The Lord Is With Us

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 17, 2007

A funeral sermon based on Psalm 23

The hymn that Muriel requested today is a hymn based on Psalm 23. You would have heard this song on numerous occasions, especially when people are facing difficult situations and times… Because it is a Psalm that during times of difficulty reminds us that God is always with us… And this is not so ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Tale Of Two Hero-Cowards

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Aug 23, 2011

REMEMBER GOD'S PROMISES/BLESSINGS AND TRUST HIM AMIDST YOUR CURRENT CHALLENGES

THE TALE OF TWO HERO-COWARDS Introduction: This morning, I want us to take a look at two great figures in the Bible- one is from the Old Testament, who was named ‘Jehovah is my God’- i.e. Elijah (and the meaning of his name is actually ‘Jehovah is my God’). The other is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Night Is Coming

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 28, 2010

Jesus declares that He is the light of the world. As He approaches a blind man, the disciples want to know who has sinned, but Jesus is busy with the Father’s work knowing that the night of the cross is approaching.

Night is Coming John- major theme- Jesus Christ is the incarnate Word. He is God- He left heaven/took on- body of a man. He who was all God became all man-remained all God Jesus- made seven statements that speak of who He is- I AM the Bread of life I AM the Light of the world I AM the Door of the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Choices . . . Choices . . . Choices: Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

Your choices make a difference

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 25:19-26 1. What are some characteristics of second generation believers? a. Continue their parent’s faith. b. Not as bold and daring. c. Concerned with everyday life. d. Get strengths and weaknesses of parents. 2. What is known about Isaac? Famous father and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-26

Denomination: Baptist