Sermons on courage to serve: showing 106-120 of 93,660

A Courageous Confronter Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 25, 2005

3rd in a four part character study on the life of John the Baptist.

"A COURAGEOUS CONFRONTER" MATTHEW 3:5-10 AND MARK 6:17-20 INTRODUCTION: How many of you are familiar with the X-Men? They are another of the superheroes of Marvel Comic fame and have been the stars of two blockbuster films for 20th Century Fox and “X-Men 3" is scheduled for release in May of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:5-10

Denomination: Christian Church

A Call To Courage Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

PAUL CHALLENGES TIMOTHY TO REJECT FEAR AND EMBRACE SUFFERING IN FULFILLING HIS CALL TO THE MINISTRY OF THE GOSPEL

BIG IDEA: PAUL CHALLENGES TIMOTHY TO REJECT FEAR AND EMBRACE SUFFERING IN FULFILLING HIS CALL TO THE MINISTRY OF THE GOSPEL INTRODUCTION: “Therefore” – based on vv.6-7 you have been called and gifted for the gospel ministry you have received the divine empowering = “power and love and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Courage

Contributed by Martin Field on Aug 7, 2001

Reflecting on Joseph of Arimathaea’s courage in stepping forward to bury Jesus, the sermon encourages Christians to be bold and courageous today.

In the Episcopal Church, today is the feast day of Joseph of Arimathaea, one of the more obscure New Testament characters. All that is known for certain about Joseph comes from the Gospel narratives of Jesus’ burial. Though John speaks of Joseph as a secret disciple of our Lord, and associates ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:50-56

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Courage For The Apprehensive

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2002

Christians are to possess courage in moments/instances of fearful apprehension. Courage for the apprehensive(Christian) is found in The Comfort of ...

COURAGE FOR THE APPREHENSIVE—Revelation 2:8-11 Jesus encouraged the Smyrnan church as they faced the certainty of mortal/lethal/deadly persecution. Christians are to possess courage in moments/instances of fearful apprehension. Where does Christian courage arise during apprehensive moments? 6 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Courageous Reformers

Contributed by Mark Williamson on Nov 8, 2002

THIS SERMON WILL COMPARE FOUR OF THE COURAGEOUS REFORMERS WITH THE SACRIFICIAL GIVING OF OUR LIVES TO THE SERVICE OF CHRIST.

THERE ARE FOUR EXAMPLES FROM SCRIPTURE THAT DISPLAY FOR US, TODAY, WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A COURAGEOUS REFORMER FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD. WE WILL LOOK AT 4 FIGURES FROM THE SCRIPTURES AND EXAMINE HOW THEY EXEMPLIFIED THESE CHARACTERISTICS. 1. THEY ACKNOWLEDGED A HIGHER CALLING A. NATHAN 2 SAM. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Courage Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

Today, our Scripture tells of the third major party to the incarnation and his response to it. It is a story of courage that is told every Christmas season. But it is also a story we often miss because this hero of the story is usually in the background.

The Courage of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 

Every day for the first 10 months after Katrina, I would drive home on I-10 and there was an indelible image which would strike me. On a billboard just before I got off on my exit was the image of a female New Orleans police office submerged in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Courageous Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 15, 2008

As the light shines, the hostile opposition to it, & thus to Jesus the light bearer, grows. It was now dangerous for Jesus to appear at the Feast of Tabernacles. Despite the danger Jesus follows His appointed path but with wisdom.

JOHN 7: 1-13 [The 5th Discourse] THE COURAGEOUS CHRIST [Leviticus 23: 33ff] John chapter 7 conveys the reactions of the world to the revelation of Jesus Christ. Again and again throughout this Gospel John has emphasized the difficulty and ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

It Takes Courage Series

Contributed by Michael West on Sep 29, 2008

Discouragement comes only when we look at our circumstances without looking at the faithfulness of God and the integrity of what He promised. We grow stronger in faith each time we, in spite of our circumstance, give glory to God.

Sunday February 3rd, 2008 Series: the Fight part five Scripture: Mark 9:23 Sermon: It takes courage Speaker: Pastor Michael West, River of Life Without growing weak in faith, Abraham contemplated the impossibility. But he also thought about the greatness, goodness and the power of God. He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Courageous Living Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 16, 2008

The right kind of courage is an indispensable part of the Christian life.

Courageous Living Griffith Baptist Church – 5/18/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 31 Main Verse: Psalms 31:24 - Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD. The Introduction “Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear—not absence of fear.” - Mark ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Take Courage! Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jul 5, 2007

Used the call to courage in Haggai as a framework for calling believers to take courage rooted in Christ against the world’s intimidation and discouragement.

HOOK/WE Used a short "bully" video clip from Bridge to Terebithia to raise issue of intimidation we sometimes feel. Sometimes physical, financial, etc. Sometimes spiritual. YOU Ever been intimidated in expressing your belief? Acting on it? If you have, you’ve got something in common with some ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Courage Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Feb 6, 2006

The purpose of this mesage is to show believers the qualities of Christian Courage and encourage believers to tell the gospel story with truth and courage.

CHRISTIAN COURAGE* Acts 4:1-14 INTRODUCTION: A. As I study a book of the Bible or a particular passage I do a lot of reading in commentaries. 1. Three of my favorites are The Pulpit Commentary, The Biblical Illustrator, and The Preacher’s Homiletic Commentary. 2. They each have their own ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Courage

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 4, 2006

We need to demonstrate extreme courage daily as we stand for Christ.

EPIC Gathering-10/13/02-Extreme Courage (Acts 4) Open to Acts 4 Story that took place not long after Christ’s death One afternoon two of His followers, Peter & John, went to the temple for the 3 o’clock prayer service. -come across a beggar, who had been unable to walk since birth -asks for $, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: *other

Footprints Of Courage Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Dec 6, 2006

Discover the three componenets to courage in this message from the life of Joseph.

“Footprints of Courage” Matthew 1:18-25 Could I have all the men in the room stand? Let’s be honest men – being a man takes a lot of courage. It doesn’t require much to be male, but to be a man – God’s kind of man – takes much courage. As those seated look around, I hope they are seeing a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Dauntless Courage

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 15, 2007

Courage is required to combat our war on fear

PowerPoint Transitions + New Slide > Dissolve In _______________________________________________________ What is WAR - WAR - a conflict carried on by force of arms - WAR - a struggle - to carry on active hostility - Longest War - The Hundred Years War was a series of battles between England and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strong And Courageous

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 15, 2010

God will grant us His success if we follow the advice of Joshua, doing what is commanded in God’s word, holding His word in our hearts and mouths, and meditating on His word day and night.

Resolve to Live in the Word 01/20/08 PM Reading: Joshua 1:1-9 Introduction At this time, the beginning of a New Year, many look back and examine their lives and resolve to make some changes, changes which it is hoped will lead to success in the New Year. This is what we are going to examine today, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ