Sermons on Dashed Hope:

The Hope Of Singing Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 10, 2020

Let us prepare for the birth of Christ with songs of joy and thanksgiving. Let us sing as God’s people with one unified voice. Let us come closer together as God’s children as we sing His praises.

The Hope of Singing Isaiah 35:1-10 There was once a woman who was talking to her parents who had recently retired. Her mother had always wanted to learn how to play the piano, so her father bought a piano for his wife’s birthday. A few weeks later, the woman asked her father how she was doing with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope Of Presence Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 19, 2020

Heaven came down for us, and salvation was given to us. God came to dwell with us, and within us, and with all mankind. We are no longer in bondage of sin and death, and we are no longer alone. God is with us.

The Hope of Presence Isaiah 7:7-14 Today we will meditate on one of the most famous and loved messianic prophecies from the book of Isaiah. Isaiah the prophet prophesied to us about the coming Messiah. Isaiah 7:14 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: Behold the virgin shall conceive ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 24, 2020

God came into this world to become our Savior. So that He could be the blameless lamb who was slain for our sins. He who knew no sin, became sin, so that we may be saved. God came into this world with the fullness of love.

The Hope of a Savior Isaiah 9:6 Since Thanksgiving, the shopping malls have been telling us that "It is the most wonderful time of the year." And it is - for them. For many others, however, it can have many mixed emotions. Christmas is not the same as it was when we were children. As an ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Word Of Hope Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 11, 2020

In the midst of this pandemic, where do we find hope? What do we have to grasp onto to steady us? Where is our light in all of this darkness? Where is our anchor, our lifeline in this storm? In the Bible.

Well … I don’t have to tell you, the whole world as we know it is undergoing something I’ve never seen in my lifetime … and I hope that I will never see anything like this again in my lifetime … however long that might be. In two months, everything has been turned upside down and inside out as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 23:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Grieving With Hope

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Aug 27, 2020

How is it possible to grieve with hope? Follow as we examine 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Memorial Service 1 Thess 4:13 "But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope". Of all the church services we encounter, one of the most difficult is funerals. The family and congregation are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Is Hope?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020

Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

May 17, 2020 From the Pastors Desk: Hope – is a well grounded and confident expectation of who God is. Illustration: A woman that had boarded a plane to visit family struggled to wedge her suitcase into the tight overhead bin. Eventually triumphantly closing the door and taking her seat. When ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope For The Hurting Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 6, 2020

This sermon is part of our Finding Hope series, and it looks at how hope springs eternal through hope as outlined the Bible verses the world's rendition of hope.

Finding Hope Hope for the Hurting ** Watch at: https://youtu.be/fyNaGZawyO0 ** Listen at: Listen: https://mega.nz/file/aU8jVBrQ#qCW9ECp_pUNfPAXbGz6fJcCucpyfLjFlzRmLeNlvKmk I’d like to share with you today something that has been on my heart concerning this whole issue of hope, because we’re ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 13:12, Romans 4:18

Denomination: Foursquare

The Hope Of Advent

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 29, 2020

This is the first part of our Advent series where we look at the four themes of Advent

I can think of nothing sadder than a life lived without hope. A hope that regardless of how bad things might seem, that things could get better. That ultimately every night has a dawn, every storm has an end, and every mountain has a peak. Author and preacher Max Lucado writes, “We need hope. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Living Hope!

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 30, 2020

Today we are going to look at several benefits resulting from the resurrection of Jesus Christ...

Today Christians all around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ died on a Roman cross—history records this as an actual event. The Bible also teaches that Jesus Christ was raised from death and the grave—history also records this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rediscover Hope Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 30, 2020

When it seems like all hope is lost, look to Jesus, and discover revelation, redemption, and rest.

[Grateful acknowledgement to Sermon Central contributor Scott Bayles. His sermon "Christmas Carols, part 4" provides much of the backbone for this sermon.] Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Luke 2. I am so thankful that you have joined us for this season of Advent! The word ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Light Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 5, 2020

Christmas is the season of “The Hope of Light.” The hope that everyone in the world will be able to experience the same happiness, joy, and salvation which God has blessed you with.

The Hope of Light Isaiah 2:1-5 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we are now in the Christmas Season. People often miss the point when it comes to Christmas. For some, this season is simply an opportunity to throw parties and exchange gifts. Some see it simply as an opportunity to eat, drink, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:5, Romans 13:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Chance And A Hope Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Dec 6, 2020

Hell is real. Hell is bad. Hell is eternal. But Hell is avoidable. The good news is that through Christ our sins have been paid for. In Christ there is hope.

How many of you believe in Heaven? [Pause.] Dumb question? Well, bear with me. How many of you believe in Hell? [Pause.] How many of you believe that Hell is a real place and not just some concept or metaphor? [Pause.] You would think that the concept or belief in a real Heaven and a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, John 14:6, John 3:16

Denomination: United Methodist

The Hope Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 16, 2022

This is an adaptation to the sermon pack on Sermon Central

Thanksgiving is over. We’ve had enough turkey over the last few days to last us until next Thanksgiving. Some of us endured the crowds shopping on Friday. Many of us have decorated our homes with Christmas decorations. We are here officially in the Christmas season. Now, realistically, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Brethren

Anchored With Hope Series

Contributed by David Zachrich on Nov 20, 2022

Life can feel fragile and dangerous. Things are beyond our control. And, worse, there is not always someone waiting to help us.

Psalm 130 Anchored with Hope Wait for the LORD, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope. I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning. Friends in Christ, David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer at Drexel University, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Hope Of Christmas Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 23, 2022

In these troubling times, trust the Lord and hope in His promise.

At the elementary school where Becky Barnes teaches in Arizona, they had a problem with students throwing rocks. The principal made an announcement over the intercom warning students that anyone caught throwing rocks would be taken home by him personally. Later that day, during afternoon recess, a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-16, Matthew 1:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free