Sermons on Despite Circumstances:

Gratitude

Contributed by Joe Jones on Nov 15, 2005

What in the world do you have to be thankful for?

grat*i*tude(noun) the feeling of being thankful to somebody for doing something. Gratitude takes on three forms: a feeling in the heart, an expression in words and a giving in return. It is from the word gratitude that we get gratefulness. I have heard people discuss many times the need for us ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So, You Had A Bad Day?

Contributed by Richard A. Bradley on May 3, 2012

We all have had bad days; even believers. How we react to those bad days testify to the depth of our spiritual maturity.

“SO, YOU HAD A BAD DAY” Acts 16:16-25 16 Now it happened, as we went to prayer, that a certain slave girl possessed with a spirit of divination met us, who brought her masters much profit by fortune-telling. 17 This girl followed Paul and us, and cried out, saying, "These men are the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Grace For Les Miserables

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 31, 2012

Sermon related to Les Miserables. Originally written to relate to musical being presented at our high school, it uses clips from the 1998 movie. Content would be applicable to the 2012 movie

GRACE for LES MISERABLES—selected Les Miz is remarkable story of people living in misery of sin: personal, social, government Finale: “They will live again in freedom in the garden of the Lord.” How will that happen? Revolution? Love? Grace and redemption This is what Jesus said he was ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Poor Little Rich Man

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 24, 2013

A Thanksgiving message on materialism and contentment/simplicity.

Here’s a question for you: The Bible says that “money is the root of all evil”…true or false?…False! It’s the love of money. Thanksgiving is upon us, and as soon as it’s over, and we’ve thanked God for what we’ve got, we enter that season ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Congregational

Joy Made Song

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 10, 2009

Friends, this is where we find our joy everyday not just at Christmas. We find our joy in trusting God at His word and in trusting God to intervene in our lives when He wants and with whatever He wants.

The Virgins Joy Luke 1:26-56 During the Christmas season how, why, when, where and to whom we express our joy can cover a lot of territory. It really depends on what kind of joy we are expressing and what has motivated the outpouring of our joy. We might be really joyful to discover that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I’m About To Make A Comeback

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 12, 2010

While there are bad things that happen to good people we must realize like Job that no matter what we go through we have to have a made up mind that God……..no matter what I go through I’m gone trust you !

“I’m about to make a Comeback “ Text :Job 13.15 Introduction: A. Why do bad things happen to good people ? The Book of Job, is one of the oldest manuscripts in the Bible, probably written before Exodus! It tells the story about a man who’s name bares the title of this ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Us Go To Bethlehem And Find The Peace Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 16, 2008

If we would look at the truth surrounding this heavenly event, then we can find the purpose of God’s Peace

Let Us Go to Bethlehem and Find the Peace of Christmas Luke 2:8-20 Christmas celebrates God’s initiative to reconcile humanity to himself. Christmas also celebrates God’s entry into this broken world to set it right. Christmas is were God’s left the glory of heaven, to live and understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Experience Victory All The Time

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• This morning we are going to look at the Word of God and discover how we can position ourselves to walk in the Victory all the time. • I am tired of catching hell and fell like life is a push. Around every corner there is another battle ready to happen

Introduction • This morning we are going to look at the Word of God and discover how we can position ourselves to walk in the Victory all the time. • I am tired of catching hell and fell like life is a push. Around every corner there is another battle ready to happen. • I want to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Experience Victory All The Time

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• This morning we are going to look at the Word of God and discover how we can position ourselves to walk in the Victory all the time. • I am tired of catching hell and fell like life is a push. Around every corner there is another battle ready to happen

Introduction • This morning we are going to look at the Word of God and discover how we can position ourselves to walk in the Victory all the time. • I am tired of catching hell and fell like life is a push. Around every corner there is another battle ready to happen. • I want to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 24 - The Perfect Wife Or A Domesticated Doormat? - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jun 15, 2011

What is the Formula in the 50’s FOR THE PERFECT WIFE? Is Rebekah just a doormat? God loves her but everyone else seems to have a plan for her life. Ever feel like this? Abraham’s servant sees her as a mission, but will she have any say?

Genesis 24 - THE PERFECT WIFE OR A DOMESTICATED DOORMAT? - Part 6 The Formula in the 50’s FOR THE PERFECT WIFE - get your work done, have dinner ready for your husband, look good for him, minimize any noise before he arrives at the door after work, be happy to see him, don’t greet him with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Independance Day, 2007

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 29, 2007

Celebrating the freedom you have BECAUSE of Jesus!

Independence Day, 2007 Romans 13:1-7 Introduction Today we take a break from our study in Revelation to focus on preparing to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day. As many will attest, the 4th of July comes with several mixed celebrations all across the country. From bar-b-ques to fireworks ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Left Hiv/Aids Lying In The Streets?

Contributed by Joseph Collins on Mar 3, 2012

The story of The Good Samaritan is a perfect illustration of HIV/AIDS in our society today. God has given the Church the power to heal and He has equipped us to walk in the power of our calling and anointing.

Sermon Title: Who Left HIV/AIDS Lying in the Streets? Scripture Framework: Read Luke 10:30-37 [The Good Samaritan] Opening: Every year in March, thousands of communities celebrate the National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS. It is a time in which churches and other faith-based ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

Mindset - Change Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022

This message deals with how we can change our thoughts.

Title: Mindset – Change Theme: Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3 – 6; Romans 12:1 -2; Philippians 4:4 - 9 Opening Scripture 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. (4) For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Patience And Perseverance (Epiphany 4 Candlemas)

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020

The readings of Simeon and Anna speak of Jesus being presented in the temple as a child. Each character are examples of patience and perseverance.

Patience and Perseverance Epiphany 4 Candlemas When I was a kid, my least favorite Church service of the year occurred on Super Bowl Sunday. You see, I grew up in a pastor's home, and my grandfather's church had a Sunday night service every week. I wanted to watch the Super Bowl instead of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Episcopal

Situational Engagement As A Strategic Father Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

Becoming a father is one of the greatest adventures. In this moment, our identity and title forever change. Some of us are thrust into it, and others of us planned it; either way, it’s an adventure. But how do we engage?

Fathering, the Great Adventure Becoming a father is one of the greatest adventures. In this moment, our identity and title forever change. Some of us are thrust into it, and others of us planned it; either way, it’s an adventure. Throughout Scripture, we see many different types of fathers and the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Baptist