Sermons on Courage In Difficulty:

Joy

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 3, 2025

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent.

Luke 1:39-56 Joy For nine- or ten-days Mary had carried with her the most astounding secret: She was pregnant, and the child was to be the long-awaited messianic king, Israel’s deliverer. Understandably, she had been afraid to share this news, because if the wrong person heard, Herod could have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: United Methodist

The Cost Of Ignorance Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025

This is the 3rd Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#3] THE COST OF IGNORANCE Proverbs 1:20-33 Introduction: In this section of Proverbs 1, wisdom is shown as a woman loudly calling out in the streets, telling us to listen to her and follow her advice; but many people ignore her voice and refuse to pay attention to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Unity

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Mar 9, 2025

God blesses the unity of His people

Imagine yourself on a road trip – a few hours of driving on the interstate with your family. Perhaps in this Fall season, you have finally agreed with all of your family members to drive up to the Adirondacks in New York to see the changing leaves – a kaleidoscope of miles of vibrant colors – where ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Humility & Honor Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon will explore the concept of humility and honor in our daily lives, encouraging us to prioritize others' welfare over our own, in line with Jesus' teachings.

Welcome church! So, our teaching for the day has me wondering something: Who here loves fast food? Now, we don’t need to raise our hands and make it publicly known, but maybe just nod to yourself… You love a good ol fashioned Big Mac with a side of fries. In fact, when I simply said, “Big Mac with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Topics: Humility, Servitude, Eternal Rewards

Greater Is He That Is In Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

God, who is greater than anything in the world, resides within us, and with His power, we can overcome any adversity.

Good morning, church family. Today we're diving into 1 John 4:4. You know, Charles Spurgeon once said, "God is too good to be unkind and He is too wise to be mistaken. And when we cannot trace His hand, we must trust His heart." What a powerful reminder that our God is greater than anything we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4

Topics: God Is Greater, Don't Give Up

Wait For It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Trust in God's perfect timing, His unbreakable promises, and His unfailing faithfulness, as illustrated in Habakkuk 2:2-3.

Good morning, church family! Today we're diving into the rich well of wisdom found in the book of Habakkah, specifically chapter 2, verses 2-3. Here's what it says, "The LORD answered me: Write down this vision; clearly inscribe it on tablets so one may easily read it. For the vision is yet for the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-3

Topics: God's Delays, Not Denials

Noah's Life Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon emphasizes gratitude as a spiritual discipline, encouraging believers to consciously appreciate God's blessings and express thanks in all circumstances. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, to open our hearts and minds to the living Word of God. We are here to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, to offer our praises, and to seek wisdom from the Lord. Today, we turn our focus to a topic that is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:15-20

Topics: Gratitude, Expressing Gratitude, God

Fire And Fiery Words

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jun 2, 2009

Fire and Fiery Words

Thesis: The Holy Spirit was given for the last days! I Introduction A One day when Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy. He confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I’m doing the right thing. I need to have someone around who can tell me when I’m doing the right ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Fire And Fiery Words

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 4, 2009

The Holy Spirit was given for the last days!

I Introduction A One day when Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy. He confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I’m doing the right thing. I need to have someone around who can tell me when I’m doing the right thing." Lucy says, "Okay. You’re doing the right thing. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Elijah Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2018

His story reminds us of how adversity drives us deeper into God and develops us into the man or women God wants us to be.

Elijah Opening Video Illustration: “I love Sunday’s video!” Bank Robbery Reference the door in the corner! We need to enter the battle – the fight for the souls of others by inviting people back to church- it starts by going to peoples doors – the doors of their hearts – to introduce them to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33, 1 Kings 17:1-24, 1 Kings 18:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Matchless Love Of God

Contributed by Dewayne Howard on Feb 4, 2003

God loves everyone the same, regardless of who they are, where they’ve been, or what they’ve done. And that’s what I want us to look at this morning.

Introduction: Sometimes I feel so unlovable. Have you ever felt that way? I look around and sometimes wonder just how God could love somebody like me. I have met people whose lives were in shambles and full of sin that had destroyed their lives and felt like God could never love them because ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Climbing Even Higher: Necessary Notions

Contributed by Calvin Turner on Mar 4, 2003

4 "TIONS" for Spiritual and Ministry Growth

Climbing Ever Higher: "Necessary NoTIONS" Talk about the climbing wall. Talk about the excitement. Talk about the difficulty. Talk about someone who is not ready to climb! ME! If I were going to make the climb up the new wall, there would be some necessary "NoTIONS" that I would need! The ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21, Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Rise Up And Build

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 26, 2003

This message contains instruction for building up the local church that may be in need of revival. Apply To Infected Area.

The background for this message comes from chapter 1&2 (1) The Proclamation Of The King. (Neh. 2:6). "It pleased the King to send me." (A) The Autority (a) The word of a king (b) He went out in the name of the King. (B) The Application (a) The World asks by what authority? (Acts 5:29.) (b) When ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How's Your Tounge?

Contributed by Daryl Grimes on Oct 17, 2002

How are you using your tongue--to destroy or edify?

"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievious words stir up anger" Proverbs 15:1. This has been one of my most recent quoted Bible verses of late. In counseling with some precious people in our church that have gone through some difficulties of late I have encouraged them to remember this ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Suffer?

Contributed by Pastor Michael Church on Nov 25, 2006

This sermon is simple yet profound, for the glory of God.If you have ever wonder why in the world is this happening to me? God has the answer.

Why do we Suffer? Pastor Michael Church 10-25-06 Introduction- All these words and other describe Suffering- sickness, bereavement, disappointment, heartaches, troubles, tears, sorrows, trails, difficulties, pain, woe, and misery When we go through a time of suffering, if you want to see what ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist