Sermons on Courage:

Gideon Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 11, 2010

God called Gideon a “Mighty Warrior” even when he did not look like it but we must remember that God sees what we do not see and we in turn must trust him and answer the call.

Series: Here comes the Judge! The book of Judges: It is the history of the Judges of Israel and is connected with the previous book of Joshua, as a “link in the chain of books.” It describes the history of Israel under different leaderships, governments and their deliverances from other powers ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jul 25, 2011

As Paul goes through the storm in Acts 27 he is an example of who to go through the storm properly and how to be a blessing to others during the storm.

Illustration: Test pilots have a litmus test for evaluating problems. When something goes wrong, they ask, "Is this thing still flying?" If the answer is yes, then there’s no immediate danger, no need to overreact. When Apollo 12 took off, the spacecraft was hit by lightning. The entire ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Allow Tragedy And Suffering?

Contributed by Lee Strobel on Jul 23, 2012

Lee Strobel presents a message to a Colorado church shortly after the movie theater massacre in Aurora, Colorado.

It was the worst mass shooting in American history – 70 people shot by a gunman, 12 of them killed, while they were watching the midnight showing of a new movie just 21 miles from where we’re sitting. There are no words to describe the anguish being felt by those who are suffering today; our heart ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: *other

A Man On Mission

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2018

Whether the Lord prompts you to do something remarkable or to be faithful in the routine, do all you can with all that you have for His glory alone. Most of what God asks us to do is routine but there are other times He calls us to do the remarkable.

A Man on Mission Mark 15:42-47 Rev. Brian Bill March 24-25, 2018 Jim Sheese has been hard at work again. Here’s his latest rendition of the superheroes at Edgewood. This is truly a team of sold out servants, who love God and love people. The real heroes however, are each of you. We just get ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Converted Christian

Contributed by John White on Sep 7, 2018

A saved believer is a changed believer

Characteristics Of A Converted Christian TITUS 3:3-8 "For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, [and] hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Fear With Fear Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018

Message 10 in our Judges Series expanding on the topic of fear. This is the first of seven messages.

Notes for message 10 and 11 have been combined here for expedience. Judges Series #10 & 11 Life Cycles “Understanding and Handling Fear” (Trust More Fearless) Review On prominent principle in our study of Judges clearly demonstrates that God powerfully enlists the unlikely to precipitate the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-34

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Faith That Steps Up To The Challenge

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 14, 2017

Three faith lessons from the live of Caleb. His example instructs us on how to face the challenges in our lives. God identified three things about Caleb that distinguished him from the crowd and explains God's blessings on him.

Intro In Numbers 13 we are introduced to a man named Caleb. He was the leader of the tribe of Judah when Moses sent the tribal leaders into the Promise Land to explore it in anticipation of invasion. Follow with me as we read Num. 13:17-20 “Then Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan, and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:7-14, Joshua 15:16-19

Denomination: Charismatic

Turning The World Upside Down Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023

God has called every believer to proclaim the REVOLUTIONARY message; to see lives turned over, one HEART at a time!

Turning The World Upside Down Acts 17:1-15 When I was in seminary, I took several preaching classes where students were required to write and preach sermons in class. One of those classes was "Expositional preaching." In this particular class there were several projects I had to do, one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Future Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023

No matter how far into the future we go, Christ’s MISSION for the church will remain UNCHANGED!

Back To The Future Acts 28:1-31 Chili & Caroling; Next Sunday service. I'll be preaching a message I've entitled "Back to the Future." Watch this! That future is now in the past. We reached that movie date a little less than 2 months ago. It was called "Back To The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For Hard Times Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Here’s a helpful way to remember the word providence: PRO is “before” and VIDEO is to “to see.” He’s seeing life happen in advance. You can even hear the word “provide” in the word Providence. Even in the worst of times, God is working for His children’s good and happiness.

Our nation’s first President had a different way of looking at life and you could see it in his very first inaugural address. Had you been in the relatively small crowd to hear Washington’s Inaugural address some 230 plus years ago, you would have been surprised at how visibly nervous Washington ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Power For The Mission Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020

Sermon 1 in series through the book of Acts

Power For The Mission Acts 1:1-14 This morning we begin a brand new expositional sermon series in the Book of Acts I've entitled "The Church on Mission." But in addition to that, this is also the vision message for 2015 for our church. If you've been here any period of time at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Committed To Renewal Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 24, 2003

Ninth in a series on Revival influenced by Rich Atchley. This lesson outlines the necessity of Full Committment to God.

COMMITTED TO RENEWAL II Chronicles 14 & 15 INTRODUCTION: In July 1998, Ann Landers asked for people who lived during World War II to send in the secrets of how their marriages endured. A Mr. King responded, "Dear Ann, In a recent column you asked how those World War II marriages endured. My ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Larger Than Life Series

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Feb 23, 2001

Ask God to expand your ministry, influence and witness.

1 Chronicles 4:10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!" So God granted him what he requested. Are you living larger than life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Sheep Lovers

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 29, 2001

First in a series on shepherding.

The Shepherd Sermon for 4/29/2001 Series on shepherding Introduction: When Joseph brought his father Jacob’s whole family down to Egypt during the famine, Pharaoh wanted to show kindness to them because of what Joseph had done for Egypt. When Pharaoh asked Israel and his family what they did for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do I Do When I Doubt? Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 25, 2001

Doubt is one of those things that if not dealt with, will rob the joy of the Lord from our lives.

“What do I do when I doubt?” 6-23-01 New Community Church OPENING ILLUSTRATION: As a kid I always looked forward to celebrating my birthday. I mean for that one day you were like a Hollywood superstar and you wanted everyone to know about it. I remember one birthday though in high school that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist