Sermons on Crying Out:

The Cry At Midnight (The Meaning Behind The Parable Of The 10 Bridesmaids)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 3, 2011

Jesus is the returning bridegroom who will arrive triumphantly at the end of the age. Beloved , blessed are those whose lamps are faithfully kept burning as they watch and wait for his appearance. Be Ready for "The Cry at Midnight." (Redone Nov 2017)

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture Readings before the Sermon. The Scripture Readings for this day were: Joshua:24:1-25; Psalm 78:1-7; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and Matthew 25:1-13. A film crew was on location deep in the desert. One day an old Indian went up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 10, 2021

Loneliness is a universal experience. It is another emotion that God has given us for our wellbeing. Loneliness can alert us to our need to draw closer to God and to others. God's provision for the lonely is a spiritual family.

A. Once upon a time there were three friends who were stranded on a desert island. 1. They found a magic lantern containing a genie who granted them each one wish. 2. The first guy wished he was off the island and back home – Poof it was granted. 3. The second guy wished for the same – Poof it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:6, Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20, John 14:16, Psalm 73:23-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Got Me Out Of That Mess

Contributed by Charles Jones on Oct 21, 2008

When you come out of a bad situation God puts a new song in your mouth.

Psalm 40:1-3 Today we are allowed a peek into these verses which leads into the heart of King David. Scholars think that this Psalm was written during the time David was running and hiding from Saul. In the text David is speaking about a time in his life when he felt trapped in a helpless and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 137 - Praying...crying...singing...dreaming Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024

Everyone can dream. Peter preached “Your young men shall see visions; your old men shall dream dreams” (Acts 2:17).

A. LIFE’S GREATEST EMOTIONS “My people sat by the rivers of Babylon and wept when they remembered Zion. They refused to sing joyfully, hanging their harps on willow trees. Their captors demanded that they sing; those who imprisoned them wanted entertainment, asking, ‘Sing us a song of Zion.’ My ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When You're Hiding Out Series

Contributed by James Wallace on May 15, 2020

We've all been hiding out lately--experiencing the greatest mass quarantine in history during the Covid-19 Pandemic. What should we be doing while hiding out? Should we even be hiding out? How should we respond to the boredom, anxiety and fear that comes with a quarantine?

What to Do When You’re “Hiding Out” Psalm 57 We are in the midst of, but hopefully coming to the end of the greatest mass quarantine in human history. When you consider that this is a worldwide Pandemic and stay-at-home orders have included such places as China and India, as well as our own ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Looking Out The Same Window: Perspective

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 4, 2018

Gehazi and Elisha looked out the same window... one saw doom and death, one saw opportunity. What is your perspective and how will it affect/effect your life style?

LOOKING OUT THE SAME WINDOW… A MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. Text: Proverbs 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee. REMEMBER DON QUIXOTE? He was a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:12-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revive Us Again! Series

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Sep 21, 2025

This scripture needs to become our prayer. Needs to become the cry of the church The cry of the intercessors

Psalm 85:6 KJV Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? NKJV Will You not revive us again, That Your people may rejoice in You? INTRO: This scripture needs to become our prayer. Needs to become the cry of the church The cry of the intercessors May we not just hear the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Other

Taking You Out To Bring You In

Contributed by Selwyn Robins on Aug 10, 2010

How God will take you out of a situation/condition in order to bring you into a place more prosperous.

“Taking You Out to Bring You In” Deliverance Genesis 19:17 Intro Genesis 18 (summary) We are at the time of our father Abraham in the land of Mamre where the Lord our God has appeared unto him with two angels. They were brought out of the dust and dirt into a clean, sanctified home to sit. In ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:17-22

Denomination: Charismatic

To Walk On Water, You Must Get Out Of The Boat Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 12, 2018

The Christian life is supposed to be an adventure in which we walk by faith and step into the unknown. But we can't do that if our lack of faith keeps us in the boat.

Introduction: A. Once there was a tourist who was taking a tour of biblical sites, when he came to a beach on the Sea of Galilee, he saw a boat and a sign advertising, “FREE BOAT RIDE TO THE EXACT PLACE WHERE JESUS AND PETER WALKED ON WATER!!!” 1. He boarded the boat and enjoyed the ride to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Of The Cross - Eighth Station - "Jesus Speaks To The Women Of Jerusalem” (Luke 23:27–31) Series

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 13, 2026

A Cry in the Streets of Jerusalem

________________________________________ The Way of the Cross Eighth Station “Jesus Speaks to the Women of Jerusalem” (Luke 23:27–31) ________________________________________ 1. Introduction – A Cry in the Streets of Jerusalem As Jesus continues His painful journey toward Calvary, the road is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:27-31

Taking The Ho Hum Out Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 25, 2009

A clear glimpse of the heaven God has promised will stir us with anticipation of the future and change the way we live in the present.

Title: Taking the Ho Hum Out of Heaven Text: Revelation 21:1-5 Thesis: A clear glimpse of the heaven God has promised will stir us with anticipation of the future and change the way we live in the present. Series: The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge In the first chapter of the bible God ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Take Christ Out Of Xmas

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 26, 2006

Instead of putting Christ into Christmas, maybe we should take him out of what Christmas has become in our culture.

Let’s Take Christ Out of Xmas” Luke 2:1-20 December 24, 2006 Christmas Eve I am going to go out of my way to be provocative tonight. You see, I believe that we should take Christ out of Christmas. I believe that there is no place for Christ in Christmas. We ought to put aside all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

When My Strength Runs Out

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 15, 2025

When human strength collapses, divine life begins; Christ replaces effort with indwelling power, transforming weakness into the vessel of grace.

Introduction — When the Tank Is Empty There comes a point in every believer’s life when the gears grind and the fuel gauge hits E. You can quote all the right verses. You can teach Sabbath School, preach a fine sermon, smile in the foyer, and still feel like your soul is running on fumes. Some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18-25, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 8:1-4, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When Israel Went Out Of Egypt.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 15, 2023

A defiant celebration of God's sovereign power.

WHEN ISRAEL WENT OUT OF EGYPT. Psalm 114:1-8. The exuberance of this Psalm is immediately evident. It is a recollection of Israel’s redemption story, beginning from when the descendants of Jacob made their exodus from Egypt. It is the prelude to the founding of what Stephen, the first Christian ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 114:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Out Of The Ark And Into A New World - Noah As A Type Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 30, 2011

The steps that Noah took at the end of the flood teach us about our new beginning in the Christian life.

Illustrations explain complex things in simple ways. Like putting together a bicycle or piece of unassembled furniture. Or setting up a computer or electronics. If you want to learn how to tie a knot, or learn a new crochet stitch, the best way is to look at a picture. The Old Testament is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational