Sermons on Discourage:

Assurance - Genesis 50

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 4, 2025

A Message of Honor, Comfort, Faith, Trust and Assurance, Left with a sign of things to come (ASSURANCE) Don’t be discouraged. Sometimes GOD’s Promises may take a long time to fulfill, so persevere by trusting HIM.

2024.12.15.Sermon Notes. Genesis 50. Assurance William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: A Message of Honor, Comfort, Faith, Trust and Assurance. Don’t be discouraged. Sometimes GOD’s Promises may take a long time to fulfill, so persevere by trusting HIM. SCRIPTURES: Genesis 50:1-26, Luke 19:41-42, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:1-26, Luke 19:41-42, Romans 8:28, Hebrews 11:1, Exodus 13:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Commitment Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 16, 2024

Godly leaders will face opposition and discouragement. There will be times when it seems as if you and the Lord are the only ones who care about the task at hand. In those times, you must remember your calling and remain committed to the task.

The Commitment of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 4: 14; 19; 22-23 “Conversion is a turning into the right road; the next thing is to walk in it. The daily going on in that road is as essential as the first starting if you would reach the desired end. To strike the first blow is not all the battle; to him ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:14, Nehemiah 4:19, Nehemiah 4:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Running Your Race

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 25, 2025

“Running Your Race” calls believers to reject comparison and discouragement, embrace their God-given lane with faithfulness and joy, and keep their eyes fixed on Jesus—the One who empowers, sustains, and rewards every step of the journey.

Running Your Race I remember the first time I attended a large Christian conference. Though we all shared a love for the Lord and His Word, this “unknown” attendee quietly wondered if anyone could see past the mask of confidence—past the polished smiles and ministry talk—to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-46, 1 Samuel 18:7, Mark 12:43-44, 1 Corinthians 3:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

David Encouraged Himself In The Lord His God

Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 22, 2008

We all need encouragement from time to time. All of us at sometime or other face a crisis when everything seems to fall apart. There are times of discouragement, when things go wrong even when we are trying to do right.

David encouraged himself in the Lord his God 1st Samuel 30:1-6 You don’t smile like you used to. You don’t love like you used to. You don’t get happy like you used to. You don’t feel the Spirit like you used to. You don’t interact with others like you used to. You don’t hug like you used to. You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Handle A Sanballat

Contributed by Brady Cook on Jan 6, 2022

Usually, when we talk about Nehemiah, we focus on the wall. But what about the conditions he built it in -- namely, discouragement? - How are you supposed to focus on doing God's Work when others are trying to constantly tear you down?

https://hillsidechurchofchrist.com/how-to-handle-sanballat-and-tobiah/ Usually, when we have a sermon from Nehemiah 4, we fixate on a single verse: “The wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work.” (Neh. 4:6) We then dissect this verse and what it means to have ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mt. Olivet Discourse - Jesus Speaks About The Future Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 30, 2023

Jesus' discourse from Mt. Olive to his faithful disciples in a nutshell: don’t be deceived, don’t be afraid, don’t be sidetracked and don’t be discouraged. Stay on task and on target! Prepare for my return!

Sermon: The Mt. Olivet Discourse - Jesus Speaks about the Future Scripture - Matthew 24:1-14 As Jesus was leaving the Temple grounds, his disciples pointed out to him the various Temple buildings. 2 But he responded, “Do you see all these buildings? I tell you the truth, they will be completely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14, 1 John 4:1, Acts 8:9-10, 2 Corinthians 2:16, 1 Corinthians 15:58  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Not Finished With You Yet

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

No matter where you are in life, God is not finished with you yet. He has started a good work, and He will surely bring it to completion. Even when things seem delayed, difficult, or discouraging, trust that He is working behind the scenes.

GOD IS NOT FINISHED WITH YOU YET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Philippians 1:6 "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ." Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11 Isaiah 43:18-19 Job 42:12 Romans ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6, Jeremiah 29:11, Isaiah 43:18-19, Job 42:12, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With Disappointment

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022

We’ve all been disappointed at times in life. Disappointment can only happen if there is some kind of expectation. When that expectation is not met, disappointment occurs. Unlike discouragement, disappointment is not a sin. Even Jesus was disappointed at times with the disciples.

Many have set out to accomplish great things, but have been disappointed in the outcome. It is said that Alexander the Great wept because there were no more worlds to conquer. Alexander was disappointed. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said, “I have accomplished nothing ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Let’s Join Forces And Become A C.o.p. ! (Christian On Patrol) Series

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Nov 30, 2002

Too often we fall short of doing what God has called us to do, We become discouraged because of our past.This sermon is intended for those who sometimes fall short of their daily duty!

The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. (Serenity*Atonement*Restoration & Healing) Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks Vidalia,GA. PRAYER: Father God, thank You for another chance to wake up and enjoy the glory of daybreak! I pray that this entire day will be as You have planned it for my life and that ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Longing For The Lord

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 13, 2006

David was piled with problems. He was on the run. He was alone and discouraged. This was his personal “ground zero.” He’s been where some of you are today. Let’s listen in as he longs for the Lord in the midst of his troubles.

Longing for the Lord Text: Psalm 42:1-11; 1AS THE hart pants and longs for the water brooks, so I pant and long for You, O God.2My inner self thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and behold the face of God? 3My tears have been my food day and night, while men say to me all day ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Firm Foundation Sets The Standard Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Feb 10, 2010

There are special foundation stones that set the standard for our daily living and serve as spiritual markers: It is equally important in our lives to have “spiritual markers,” which is a point of reference, so that whenever we are confused, discourage

Introduction There are special foundation stones that set the standard for our daily living and serve as spiritual markers: It is equally important in our lives to have “spiritual markers,” which is a point of reference, so that whenever we are confused, discouraged, or disoriented we ...read more

Scripture: James 2:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Committed To Serve Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 1, 2019

Knowing the disciples would face a difficult and discouraging task at times, Jesus sought to encourage them by reminding them of their standing with God. We too can draw strength from the Lord and need reminded of that which is available to the believer.

Committed to Serve Matthew 10: 29-33 Jesus had shared much with the disciples prior to sending them out in pairs of two for ministry. He had been very straightforward with them, revealing the difficulties and opposition they would encounter as the proclaimed the Good News. Some would happily ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strong And Work Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 16, 2019

The people were discouraged at the modest structure of the new Temple as they started rebuilding it. God assured them of His presence, His promise, and His power. The future glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house.

Let’s recap. The Israelites came back from 70-years of captivity in Babylon. • They rebuilt the altar and started work on the Temple but the local Samaritans opposed them (cf. Ezra 3). • They were so discouraged they stopped work for some 16 years. Nothing was done to God’s house while they busy ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9, 1 Peter 2:1-5, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord, Our Ebenezer

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Mar 25, 2021

The Lord Ebenezer is such a beautiful name to call. There is a spiritual energy that infuses us, there is a quickening of our spirit and our faith, there is a joy that replaces sadness, weariness and discouragement, when we remember how far the Lord has helped us.

Introduction When a baby is born, the parents try to pick the perfect name for their child. In some cases and places, the grandparents as well as another close family member or family friend, gives the baby a name. That is how the baby gets his or her name. What about God? How does God come about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Transform The World.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 29, 2022

In our darkest days, resurrection gives us light. In overwhelming discouragement— resurrection gives us faith. In the midst of devastating loss, resurrection gives us joy. In times of divisiveness, resurrection gives us something that unifies us.

Resurrecting Hope: Overcoming Life’s Greatest Challenges. How To Transform the World. Text: John 17:20-23NLT Throughout history the Church has been instilled with hope in the face of life’s trials because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a reminder that the Christian lives day in ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23, Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal