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A Failed Fishing Venture

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jan 13, 2009

Have you ever wanted to give up and thought, “Who needs the church, I’ll believe in God and stay home?” Perhaps you have been DISTRESSED by the world’s problems. Perhaps the church’s past year of transition has DISCOURAGED you. Perhaps your DISIL

Cornerstone Church January 11, 2004 A FAILED FISHING VENTURE John 21:1-19 “I enjoyed a Charles Schultz ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

From Groans To Glory

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 8, 2022

Since we live in a world with constant trouble, we can easily get quite discouraged. We groan under the load of problems and concerns. Yet we hope for something better. Romans 8:18-25 leads us through the journey from groans to glory.

Alba 2-6-2022 FROM GROANS TO GLORY Romans 8:18-25 We live in a world with constant trouble, yet the apostle Paul writes in Romans 8:18, “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” Think about it this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Easter Sunday 2020

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 6, 2020

Maybe it has been a while since you’ve heard the Easter story. Why is this story so important? A discouraged group of women came with little hope and low expectations to honor a dead rabbi. This is how many of you feel today - no hope and very low expectations.

Easter Sunday 2020 What have we learned? 1. Church is more than a building. 2. Church is also not less than the gathering. 3. Our hope is certain. Maybe it has been a while since you’ve heard the Easter story. Why is this story so important? What difference does this story make in my life? What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, Romans 8:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Our Freedom In Christ SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

God, through Christ Jesus, has liberated us from our chains, yet often we fail to recognize this and instead burden ourselves with worldly concerns. This sermon aims to remind believers of the freedom granted to us by the Son of God, and to discourage the self-imposition of unnecessary burdens.

Freedom or Liberty has been considered as a basic human right throughout history. In today's world, the issue of freedom is highly discussed, especially in our country. However, we often fail to realize that God in Christ Jesus has already set us free from bondage. This sermon aims to encourage ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Topics: Freedom, Faith

Ten Reasons To Keep Looking Up!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 2, 2010

When we are a child of God and have received Christ as our personal Saviour, born of the Spirit, then we can always look up. When we are feeling discouraged or depressed because of problems or trials, we can look up unto the Lord. Though there are many mo

TEN GOOD REASONS TO KEEP LOOKING UP! (Psa 121:1 KJV) A Song of degrees. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. (Psa 121:2 KJV) My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. When we are a child of God and have received Christ as our personal Saviour, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2

Walking A Path That Will Keep The Fire Burning.

Contributed by Chris Norton on Jul 24, 2008

We need to lift up our brothers and sisters when they are down and discouraged. Too many of us today will say we need to pray for them Yes we do but it is not enough just to pray for them we have to go to them and help them in their time of need.

Walking A Path That Will Keep The Fire Burning. 1 Thessalonians 5:14-28 14-15> Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All In Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jul 6, 2009

If we want to do God’s work in God’s way, we won’t have any parade leaders. We will only have real, committed leaders who are burdened by God, are committed to the Great Commission and are not distracted by discouragement or opposition. We will only have

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Leadership is a tricky thing, isn’t it? Leadership is one of those things that is hard to define and quantify. Sometimes good leadership isn’t recognized when it is present, but it sure is easy to see when it’s not there. One thing about leadership—we all ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Taxes Of Sin

Contributed by Chad Taylor on Apr 19, 2010

Tax season is upon us....right now many of us are either celebrating or are discouraged due to the "tax" that has been put upon us. Taxes and sin are one in the same and Satan is the dirty "Uncle Satan" who dives into our spiritual pockets robbing us of G

A couple was strolling along an ocean side beach and noticed a bottle floating in the water. They waded out toward it and saw it contained a note. They eagerly opened the bottle and read the note. It said: "I’m marooned on a tropical island. There’s no pollution, traffic, noise, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Seems Distant: The Teacher Is Silent During The Test Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 12, 2024

It all goes back to the heart. Guard your heart. Keep your heart encouraged. And in prayer, always believe in your heart that God is there and will answer.

There have been a few times in my life when I felt God’s presence depart from me. And it was for the purpose of testing me, to see what decision I’ll make without his presence strong upon me. Don’t get me wrong, God was still with me in those times. He hadn’t left me or forsaken me. But, his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12, Romans 5:3-5, Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

"Winning The Battle Of The Mind

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 13, 2022

The mind is our most basic battlefield. In order to maintain control of our mind, we must fix our on the right kind of thoughts. Satan main forces of attacks are doubts, depression, fear, and discouragement. Proverbs 23:7 “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.”

Sermon “Winning the Battle of the Mind Scripture Lesson: Philippians 4:4-9 NLT 4 “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 10:4, James 4:7, Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Methodist

Waiting On God's Strength

Contributed by Claude White on Aug 15, 2023

In our faith journey, we often face weariness, doubt, and discouragement. We may feel as if our strength is failing, and the challenges before us seem insurmountable. But amid these struggles, Isaiah reminds us that God is always near, ready to renew our strength and empower us to overcome.

Waiting on God's Strength ? Isaiah 40:27–31 (ESV) ? 27 Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, "My way is hidden from the Lord, and my right is disregarded by my God"? 28 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

"embrace The Cross & Run Toward The Roar."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 4, 2024

This message strongly emphasizes how the enemy often uses fear and division to deceive and discourage the body of Christ. When we confidently embrace our challenges by overcoming fear with faith, we move forward with courage, trusting in God's unwavering strength and his everlasting word.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (I Peter 5:8) “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:” (James 4:7) “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7, Job 1:7, 1 Corinthians 15:55-56, Hebrews 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do In The Day Of Trouble

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Aug 15, 2006

The Lord says, “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.” Are you living in the day of trouble? Do you feel discouraged, distressed, depressed? Are you weary? Feel like giving up? I have good news for you!

WHAT TO DO IN THE DAY OF TROUBLE (August 2006) OPENING TEXT: (Psalm 50:15). The Lord says, “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.” Are you living in the day of trouble? Do you feel discouraged, distressed, depressed? Are you weary? Feel like giving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-25

Denomination: *other

Beware The Thief

Contributed by Richard Deem on Nov 8, 2001

The devil has take aim at everyone here this evening! His design is to steal, to kill and to destroy. He will lie to us, discourage us, try to steal from us, entrap us, turn us against each other, and blind us to the will of God. We must understand tha

TEXT: John 10:10 INTRODUCTION: This text is probably one of the most powerful verses in the Bible. Jesus warned His disciples, “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy”. Everyone knows who the thief is --- the devil! The devil has take aim at everyone here this ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dare To Take A Stand! Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 17, 2008

As Christians, we need to take a stand for God. It’s not always easy. During GOOD TIMES – When things are going right - We get complacent. During BAD TIMES – When everything seems to be going wrong – We get discouraged … blame God … look to ourselves for

Opening illustration: In her famous book and film, “The Hiding Place” Corrie ten Boom tells the story of a Dutch Christian family, her family, who had a heart for the Jewish people. Her grandfather Wilhelm started a weekly prayer group in 1844 in the city of Haarlem, near Amsterdam for the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational