Sermons on Courage To Be Different:

Find Courage In Jesus' Ascension

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 29, 2006

Find Courage In Jesus’ Ascension 1) Our place in heaven is secure 2) Our purpose on earth is clear

Tears filled his eyes as he watched his brother go. “So this was it,” he thought. His brother was really going. He could hardly believe it. No on in the family could really believe it. They never thought that someone they knew, much less a sibling, would become Prime Minister! What a difference ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Courageous Leadership In Times Of Change SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A discourse on the necessity for men of courage and integrity during periods of transition.

During times of transition, it is crucial to have men of courage and integrity who can discern the needs of the hour. In the book of 1 Chronicles, we find a group of men from the tribe of Issachar who possessed this unique ability. They understood the times and knew what Israel should do. Let us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Topics: Leadership, Courage, Integrity, Transition

Tenacity #3 Confidence And Courage Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 12, 2020

There will be obstacles, setbacks, challenges throughout our lives. It’s especially true if you are on a quest for the Lord. By developing tenacity, we can give ourselves the fuel to keep going. It will help in the short term to overcome the daily distractions.

Over the last two weeks, we have discussed two of the important aspects of developing the quality of Tenacity - Connection and Control. The definition of the word is: the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; the quality or fact of being very determined; the quality or fact of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13, Romans 1:16, Titus 2:11-12, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daniel: Consistent, Confident And Courageous Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 1, 2015

Daniel teaches us be example how to live righteously for Jesus. His consistent life and confident trust in Yahweh should be a great encouragement to us as we live in an ever increasing Godless culture and world.

Intro: We are living in a culture that is much like Daniel’s today. Politically correct and privately motivated. Daniel is old possibly 80 or 90 years old. He has probably seen his family and friends grow old around him. His Hebrew accent is most likely gone and he wears the clothing ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons In Courage Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Oct 25, 2019

Now everyone faces opposition in life. It may be physical, emotional, it may relational, or economic. It may be spiritual. Yet through out the Bible we are called to be courageous, to stand firm, to face life knowing God is with us.

ACTS Lessons in Courage Dr. Tom Bartlett October 6, 2019 Acts 22 (part 2) OUTLINE A Faith That Is D.A.R.I.N.G. (i. n. g.) Dignified respect for opposition “Brothers and fathers. . . he was addressing them in the Hebrew language. . .” Acts 22:1-3 Assessment of your own personal failures I ...read more

Denomination: Other

Unshakable Courage, Unstoppable God

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 10, 2025

We serve a God who is not only big but powerful, and responsive to our prayers.

Scripture Focus: Acts 4:29-31 Introduction • Open with the story of the early church facing persecution (Acts 4). o The Threat: Peter and John had just been released after being arrested for healing the lame man and proclaiming Jesus. o The religious leaders commanded them not to speak in Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:29-31, Acts 4:18-20, Proverbs 16:9, Acts 4:4, Acts 5:14, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 3:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Faces Of Christmas - The Face Of Courage Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 12, 2010

How do we walk a godly life? It takes great courage to live a life that follows God and not ourselves. What are some of the characteristics of a person who lives a life of courage? This morning we are going to see how Joseph exemplified courage to foll

The Face of Courage - Joseph (Matthew 1:18-25) The Faces of Christmas Series Slide Introduction Courage What picture comes to mind when you think of the word courage? I think there are a lot of people that think for a person to be courageous, they need to be fearless or do dangerous things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Heart! Take Courage!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 20, 2006

Sometimes we can get passive and expect blessings to be given to us. It is high to arise and TAKE WHAT IS RIGHTFULLY OURS!

TAKE HEART! TAKE COURAGE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com I. WE ARE GOING TO ALWAYS WALK IN DEFEAT IF OUR OUT GOING IS MORE THAN OUR INCOMING! A. YOU CAN NOT ARISE IN PUBLIC BEYOND WHAT YOU ARE IN PRIVATE. Matthew 6:6 But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Fear To Courage To Perseverance

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 19, 2005

Falling deeper in love with Jesus (from knowledge about him, to conviction that he lives, to identification with his suffering) moves us from fear to courage to perseverance.

This passage in Acts 5 describes the third time that the apostles risked arrest because of their association with Jesus. The first time that the apostles stood and faced arrest, they didn’t… That is, they didn’t stand, they turned and ran. And they didn’t face their opponents, they scattered ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Courage To Maintain The Biblical Pattern

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Jul 18, 2007

There is a pattern for the New Testament church in the Bible. But how do you get to it properly. Here are three steps to restore the church of the first century.

Courage to Maintain the Biblical Pattern Theme: The right way to restore the New Testament Church. It began in the break room, continued down the hall, and ended in the foyer of the church building. This debate took place at the Brown Trail School of Preaching. It was between Tom Pugh and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"take Courage"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 17, 2022

A sermon which compares and contrasts what the world offers and what Jesus offers.

“Have Courage” John 14:23-29 Since the beginning of time, humanity has craved peace! Peace of mind, peace of heart, peace among the nations. And this is what Jesus is offering as He speaks to His disciples in our Gospel Lesson for this morning. The odd thing about peace is this: we are ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: United Methodist

You Cannot Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jul 27, 2025

Even the smallest light can pierce the darkest night—God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

### **Introduction: Change the World** Video Ill.: Change the World by Dan Stevers Every kid dreams about big adventures But at some point, the dream dies We settle for less Blend in And put up walls Welcome to the real world, kid But you were created for more You are a child of God You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keys Of Courageous Faith: Jesus Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 2, 2024

Courageous Faith always finds it’s strength in knowing the presence and following the example of Jesus Christ.

Keys of Courageous Faith: Jesus Mark 6:30-56 Introduction You already know that the life of faith requires great courage. It is against the flow of culture. It is a struggle against the spiritual powers of darkness. It is in conflict with the temptations of the flesh. It is challenging as we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Differences Don't Have To Divide!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 17, 2024

Differences can give birth to trouble. We see God has a plan. Paul confronted Peter about some differences. Unity must be our goal.

DIFFERENCES, DON’T HAVE TO DIVIDE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *DIFFERENCE: not the same, dissimilar, unlike. DIFFERENCE: HOW MANY KIND KINDS OF CHICKENS ARE THERE? Around the world there are over 500 recognized species of chickens that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12, Proverbs 26:20-21, James 3:16, Romans 12:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons In Courage Part 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Oct 25, 2019

From Paul’s interactions with the opposition, we can see no less than 6 key ways to respond to opposition.

ACTS Lessons in Courage Dr. Tom Bartlett September 29, 2019 Acts 22 OUTLINE A Faith That Is D.A.R.I.N.G. Dignified respect for opposition “Brothers and fathers, hear the defense that I now make before you.” And when they heard that he was addressing them in the Hebrew language, they became even ...read more

Denomination: Other