Sermons on Depths Of Despair:

Rx For Discouragement Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 18, 2011

If we want to overcome discouragement and despair, then we must believe the good news, believe God’s Word, and be with God’s people on a regular basis.

An optimist and a pessimist were at the coffee shop where the optimist commented, “Isn’t this a wonderful, bright, sunny day?” The pessimist replied, “Yea, but if it doesn’t stop soon, all the grass, flowers and crops will dry up. Two days later, it’s ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Ruth Reaping (In The Field) Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010

God directs our paths and turns our trials into blessings; He works behind the scenes in Ruth chapter two. Ruth doesn't despair but gets to work.

The tragic atmosphere of Ruth chapter one changes dramatically in chapter two. In the opening verses we see Ruth undaunted by her plight. She could have chosen Naomi’s despair and bitterness, but instead she looks to God’s provision as she heads for the fields. Ruth wasn’t a ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Congregational

It's Time To Dig Some Ditches

Contributed by James May on Nov 10, 2002

We must "dig some ditches" in our valley of despair if we want God to fill them with the water of blessings, just like Elisha told the Kings of Israel.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:9-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Blessed Hope! Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Nov 12, 2019

We are living in days of great despair. The world is living in uncertainty and hopelessness. I thank God for everyone here because we have been saved from the world;

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Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1, 2 Thessalonians 2:8, Isaiah 27:1, Revelation 4:1, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blessings Of Unity & Hope Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 22, 2015

In Christ we have a living hope that lifts us from fear and despair. We also have unity, which is not uniformity but a celebration of diversity. We are truly blessed.

Bible Blessings – the Blessings of Unity & Hope, Romans 15:5-13 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (22 November 2015) With Thanksgiving approaching, we have lots of blessings to be thankful for. We've seen in this series that the Bible is a treasury ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-13

Denomination: Congregational

Power Of Tongue

Contributed by Beulah Praiselin on Jul 30, 2017

Words bring about change in our life. Words set the direction of our life. Learn to speak faith, not feelings, Speak destiny, not despair, Speak health not sickness.

The tongue has the power of life and death and those who love it will eat its fruit. Proverbs: 18:21 Greetings in the matchless name of Jesus Christ. In our day to day life we must make sure the words of our mouth are aligned with the word of God. Some negative confessions may block the blessing ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, Jeremiah 1:5-7

Do Whatever He Tells You To Do Series

Contributed by Dave Clark on Jan 21, 2013

We cannot always do what Jesus did, but we can do what he tells us to do and experience the transformation of water into wine and despair into hope.

Do Whatever He Tells You to Do John 2:1-11 January 20, 2013 Rev. David J. Clark Something went wrong at the wedding. It’s a common occurrence. I warn couples that something will go wrong during their wedding day. It may be something insignificant – the goldfish for the table ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Overwhelming Trouble

Contributed by Martin Holland on Aug 13, 2014

The psalmist speaks of a reality that we all face in this life and that is trouble. In this trouble we can either be in despair or we can elevate ourselves above our emorions in the Lord.

Overwhelming Trouble Psalms 77:1-20 There are times of trouble that causes anxiety and these anxieties dominate our emotions. See: Job 3:25-26 Then: Job 5:6-7 Eliphaz speaking to Job And: Job 14:1 Job speaking concerning trouble Psalms 77:3 The psalmists speaks of being overwhelmed in his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Blinded By Discouragement Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 21, 2023

There are times when discouragement can rob us of our courage and hope. How did Joseph avoid being blinded by his despair and what can it teach us?

About 75 years ago, there was a woman named Florence Chadwick who was the 1st woman swim the English Channel BOTH WAYS. Then, in 1952, she decided to swim from Catalina Island, to the shore of California, a distance of about 22 miles. The day she chose to swim turned foggy and chilly as she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:50-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Understanding The Love Of Christ" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 21, 2003

Understanding the breadth, length, height and depth of Christ’s love only comes from the Holy Spirit (#5 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“...that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge...” That’s a pretty ambitious title for a sermon, isn’t it? Some might even say ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19

Denomination: Orthodox

The Gift Of Miracles Series

Contributed by David Johnston on Apr 28, 2007

"Receive your miracle today" is highly proclaimed across the airwaves. We’ll take an in-depth look at this Gift in our study here.

(A continuation from Gifts of the Spirit Part 6) The Gift of Miracles Definition: These are works or deeds brought by supernatural power which alter the normal course of nature. They include divine acts in which God’s kingdom is manifested against Satan and evil spirits. It’s a miracle . . ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Going Deeper

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Within this Scripture I see that we can be at four basic different levels in our walk with God…four varying depths of relationship with Him.

Going Deeper Opening Question: How much of God are you experiencing? Within this Scripture I see that we can be at four basic different levels in our walk with God…four varying depths of relationship with Him. These differing depths are our choice, not God’s. We decide how far we are willing ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanks Be To God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 21, 2006

The human mind cannot conceive the depth of the love of God for us that He would sacrifice His Son to save us from our sins.

THANKS BE TO GOD Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15 THANKS BE TO GOD THE FATHER FOR SENDING HIS SON “And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world.” (I John 4:14) The human mind cannot conceive the depth of the love of God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

"Oh No It Isn't!" - "Oh Yes It Is!"

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jan 24, 2017

A panto style sermon on the theme of Evangelism for the third Sunday of Epiphany (Don't mistake the light hearted nature of the presentation for a lack of depth in the content)

This sermon, being delivered in “panto” season is interactive. Alan:`I say “Dare” you say “share” Alan:` Dare All: Share Alan:` Dare All: Share [Alan passes the mike around various people who each speak as if sharing their faith in a natural way with a friend] Simon Harris “What did I do over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

Risky Business

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Apr 3, 2018

The love of God for humanity is as unfathomable as the depth and scale of the universe. But we can, in a small yet intimate way, gain an understanding of and even identify with that love.

I think most of us are well familiar with the developmental disorder known as Autism. It seems that its being diagnosed more and more frequently these days. In fact, the CDC estimates that Autism affects one in every 68 children in the US. It’s so common that most of us either have someone in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8, Romans 8:31-39, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist