Sermons on courage: showing 1,516-1,530 of 21,067

Apostolic Boldness

Contributed by Bruce Howell on May 22, 2007

Peter and John possessed a boldness in the face of hostility that inspires and motivates us to be faithful in our witness.

Apostolic Boldness Acts 4:1-31 WHEN GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH was Vice President of the United States, he represented our nation at the funeral of former Soviet Communist leader, Leonid Brezhnev. He was deeply moved by the silent protest carried out by Brezhnev’s widow. She stood motionless ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Friends - Pt. 4 - Pianos And Pushing Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 29, 2015

It is the basis of every level of relationship of meaning. You must have a foundation in friendship. Are you a good friend? What qualities should you look for in a friend?

Friends Pt. 4 - Pianos and Pushing I. Introduction Welcome to "Friend Day". Over the last few weeks we have been discussing the value and importance of friendship. We know that Jesus valued His friends. Like us, Jesus had relationships that progressed to the level of friends. In John 15, we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is It Well With Your Soul?

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jul 26, 2015

A word of encouragement after I faced a life threatening experience

“IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL” INTRO: This past week on Thursday morning. I nearly died and I mean that! My defibrillator fired off knocking me unconscious to the floor and then fired again after I got up! I’ve had some heart issues & the Dr.'s implanted it a little over 5 yrs ago. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nothing To Say PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

Explores Paul's fearless faith and integrity in the face of adversity, encouraging believers to emulate his unwavering commitment to the Gospel.

Good morning, my dear church family! I'm absolutely thrilled to be standing before you today, bringing you a message from God's Word. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? A day the Lord has made, and we're here to rejoice and be glad in it. Now, let's get right into the heart of our discussion for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:23-27

Topics: Paul, Nothing

When Your Back Is Against The Wall Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 19, 2011

This message looks at several instances when Paul's back was against the wall, noting what he did to push through the adversity to continue God's mission for his life

INTRODUCTION * Paul has faced opposition from the moment he placed faith in Christ (at first from believers who were skeptical, then from unbelievers) * Agabus’ prediction (21:10-11); Paul’s response (21:13) * Paul understood what it meant to have his “back against the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Forgiveness.

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Oct 7, 2019

This sermon is how faith "the size of a mustard seed" actually gives us the ability to offer forgiveness to others.

"Faith and Forgiveness" Allow me to begin today with some self-disclosure: I do not understand exactly what faith is, or how it works. But I have a couple of ideas from the lesson that might be helpful. More on that in a moment, but first I’ve got to share some humor. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Episcopal

Good Beginnings Are No Guarantee Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 17, 2022

This is the 14th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 1st King". This Series is about King Saul.

Series: Israel’s 1St King [#14] GOOD BEGINNINGS ARE NO GUARANTEE 1 Samuel 28:1-25 Introduction: “Lord, help us to end well”. This should be the prayer of all Christians. Good beginnings are no guarantee of successful endings. King Saul is proof of that. If any man had the great opportunity for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's Supernatural Walk Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 14

PETER’S SUPERNATURAL WALK Matthew 14 v. 22 - 36 we see here :- 1. A lesson in patience v. 22 "he sent the multitudes away" John 6 v. 15 "they would make him a king but he departed" his ordination was from above and not from the earth 2. A lesson in prayer v. 23 "he went up into a mountain apart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Holiness

A Great Resurrection

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Apr 3, 2021

Taken from Mark 16 showing the greatness of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

A Great Resurrection Mark 16 Intro: Of all the holidays that we celebrate the greatest for believers is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. -For the believer it means life. John 11:25 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though ...read more

Scripture: John 1:25

Denomination: Baptist

Strength In The Storm Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 26, 2005

Stretching you past your limits to cope, God can use a crisis to bring us close and draw a crowd along with us to him.

Paul’s trip to Rome beginning in Acts 27 is the story of a stormy trip and shipwreck. Few things are as awesome to experience as a big storm. This past year, Florida saw four hurricanes plow through and wreak a path of destruction. We can begin to think we are large and in charge when God allows ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Become A Great Driver

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Nov 18, 2005

Leadership sometimes feels more like herding cats than driving a car. Here’s some driving fundamentals to help you lead.

Joshua Joshua 1:1-9 Every leader must first be a follower. Joshua learned to follow by assisting Moses. In his apprenticeship under Moses, the Bible records that Joshua was given three tasks which he performed with great insight and ability: • The first time is enters the Biblical stage, he is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

What's So Amazing About Christian Love? Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 20, 2004

A sermon that looks at three key indicators of Christian love.

Love – what is it???? What does God want us to know about love?? What does God want us to do about love??? How does Jesus love? How can we love like Jesus?? What’s so amazing about love?? Reading 1 Corinthians chapter 13. Many words have been spoken about love throughout history. One thing is for ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Filled To The Uttermost: An Example For The Believer Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 20, 2006

This message was developed to help Christians to relaize how much they have in Christ - specifically when filled with the Holy Spirit.

FILLED TO THE UTTER MOST: AN EXAMPLE FOR THE BELIEVER Acts 6:8-7:60 INTRODUCTION: A. In Ephesians 5:18 Paul wrote, be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; 1. This verse lets us know that it is possible to be a Christian and not be filled with the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Over Fear (Fear Not)

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 10, 2007

Joshua had a BIG task at hand. God encouraged him NOT to be lead by fear.

INTRODUCTION • THE MATRIX START DVD. Time: 1:10 Start Time: 0:53:38 End Time: 0:54:48 Start Cue: Feet zooming in on building top End Cue: Man laying on pavement • Each day we have to decide if we are going to let the fear of what is before us keep us from living the way that God wants us to live or ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being With Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008

If we will spend time with Jesus, we can boldly go and do His will, facing anything that comes our way.

Being with Jesus Acts 4:13-22 Intro: Matthew 19:26 says, “With God all things are possible.” The disciples spent 3½ years with Jesus, the very Son of God. Jesus told them, “Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father” (John 14:9). Jesus had always accurately represented His Father to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God