Sermons on Desperate Measures:

Who Is The Antichrist? (Sermon)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Mar 12, 2013

Folks the world is desperate for a Saviour these days…but, one who will rescue them from all their self-inflicted problems. Many have rejected and many more will continue to reject Jesus as their Saviour.

Who is the antichrist?...01/20/2013 Rev 13 Some of us remember years ago when you used to hear on your black and white TV, "Look, up in the sky, it’s a bird, it’s a plane, no it’s Superman" This man was a super human who could perform amazing things. ****He was able to leap tall ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Brotherly Kindness - It Changes Me! Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 9, 2013

It is amazing how genuine kindness and love touches others! Equally amazing to me is why we fail to express love or receive love until the most desperate kind of circumstances sweep over us.

Series: “Becoming a Complete Christian” Message # 7 TEXT - 2 Peter 1: 3-8 Becoming Complete Disciples, developing conduct and character that reflect those of our Master, Jesus Christ. Complete disciples, the Bible teaches us, must first have a spiritual transformation through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Indescribable Gift

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 7, 2017

God's gift of His Son is an indescribable gift because of its costliness, because of who the recipients of the gift are, and because it's the gift we needed most desperately. This is a Christmas sermon ready to preach!

THE INDESCRIBABLE GIFT 2 Cor. 9:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Ruby Popp told about a friend of hers who took her son Danny on trip to see Santa Claus. 2. Then he climbed up onto St. Nick’s lap and shared his wish list. Later that day, in another store, there was Santa again. 3. Santa asked, "And ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Are You Doing? How Are You Really Doing? Understanding?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 11, 2017

We are spiritually desperate for THE DIVINE GIFT of UNDERSTANDING to thrive in the family and church. We study 5 characters that grew in the process of understanding. Hurt people hurt people, let's travel the high road and understand.

HOW ARE YOU DOING? HOW ARE YOU REALLY DOING? GOD GIVE US THE GIFT OF AN UNDERSTANDING HEART. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DO WE UNDERSTAND WHAT PLEASES GOD? I AM BUT A CHILD IN MY THINKING! GOD I NEED UNDERSTANDING! GOD GIVING ME AN UNDERSTANDING HEART... THAT I MAY ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-11, 1 Kings 1:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

John Series Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 3, 2021

The world is in desperate straits. It is full of darkness—the darkness of sin and despair, of sickness and death, of corruption and hell. The darkness looms over the whole world. This is the problem dealt with in the present passage. There is hope in Jesus Christ

John Series Part 3 John 1:9-13 Pastor Rodney A. Fry, MA, MDIV, MS, LPC Jesus the Light of Men: The Second Witness of John the Apostle, 1:9–13 (1:9–13) Introduction: the world is in desperate straits. It is full of darkness—the darkness of sin and despair, of sickness and death, of corruption and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Let’s Have Church”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 28, 2021

Here we have a cave full of mistreated, depressed, discouraged, and desperate fugitives trying to deal with the setbacks of life. And David Suggest, "Let's Have Church!" You are invited!

“I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. 2 My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. 3 O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together. 4 I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22, 1 Samuel 22:1-2, Psalm 119:103, 1 Peter 2:2-3

Denomination: Methodist

The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Wisdom: Why Do We Fear God?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

The scriptures read "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Wisdom is something we desperately need in our world. We need it today especially. We need it as the body of Christ on Earth.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. -Psalm 111:10 NIV The scriptures read "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Wisdom is something we desperately need in our world. We ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2-8, Psalm 111:10, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Psalm 23:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Deep Calleth Unto Deep

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 15, 2024

We must thirst for Him from the deepest, darkest, desperate areas of our life for it is here that our deep calleth out to His deep resources and fills what only He can fill.

Deep Calleth Unto Deep By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr OPENING: - This phrase of scripture is a humbling, powerful, and often a scary verse of scripture because it literally deals with an intangible often indescribable feeling that can only be filled by the deep unsearchable greatness of God. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:7

Denomination: Apostolic

God’s Directions For The Church’s Ministries Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 10, 2024

Today, we should be devoted to making disciples, to gathering together for strength, and this is what we see as the continuing mission of the church! Will we obey and continue to share the only message that matters to a world in desperate need?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 21 God’s Directions for the Church’s Ministries Acts 14:8-28 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Camper – appreciate your understanding for a time Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-28, Luke 9:23, Nehemiah 9:6, Psalm 116:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

End Times PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

In the end times, we must live Christ-like lives, reflecting God's love and truth in a world that desperately needs it, and prepare ourselves for the glorious return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Good morning, church family! I am excited to share a timely and important message with you today. We are living in what many believe to be the end times – a period of great turmoil, uncertainty, and even fear as we anticipate the return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. But, as Christians, how ...read more

Topics: End Times

The Springs Of Life

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 29, 2006

I scratch my head at times and wonder what happened to the Nineties? We all must face the fact that time keeps marching on. Where you and I are concerned LIFE is measured by time.

"The Springs Of Life" Prov 4:23 Watch over your heart with all diligence, For from it flow the springs of life. There are different type of messages that are preached. Some can be placed under the heading of Expository, Analogy, Textual, Topical, Question Method, etc. There are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Be Free Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Aug 6, 2007

Sermon #18 in Galatians series. What does it mean to be free in Christ. Spiritual maturity is measured not in how many freedoms you take, but in how many you limit or give up for the sake of others.

08/05/2007 “Called to be Free” (Gal 5:13-15) INTRO What is freedom, really? Freedom is power. The idea of freedom includes the power to choose, to make your own decisions. We know a bit about freedom in this country. Say what you will about America, but it is still the freest country in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Profit And Loss Phil. 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 18, 2019

We are searching for Joy in the journey this year and positioning ourselves to experience joy this year. Today we need to measure our lives in light of what is profitable for eternity and what is considered a temporary earthly loss.

Funny Video: Michael Jr. (6 min) Series: Find Joy in the Journey in 2019 Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers. We must put ourselves in the places ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Another Lap

Contributed by Craig Benner on May 22, 2016

Grace is stricter than the law. Since the grace of God is given to us, we in turn should bestow that same means and measure of grace upon others. They do not deserve it, but neither did we.

The Second Mile and Beyond ----Take Another Lap------- Matthew 5:38-42 38 ¶ Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: 39 But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40 And if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

If You've Seen Me Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 19, 2022

What do you picture when you picture God: A heavenly tyrant and scrupulous bookkeeper? "Every idea and assumption, says Trevor Hudson, must be measured against the person of Jesus."

Last Sunday I asked you to mentally or physically draw a picture of what you think God looks like. It may have sounded silly or trite, but I was very, very serious. As preacher, author, and lecturer Trevor Hudson so powerfully and succinctly put it: “In each of our hearts and minds there is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-11

Denomination: United Methodist