Sermons on Earthly Hope:

Resurrection Hope Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the despair felt by Jesus' followers after His crucifixion, the restoration of hope with His resurrection, and the eternal hope we have because of Easter.

Good morning, Church! I am so thankful you have chosen to worship with us this Easter. Today we are filled with a renewed hope because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He is risen! (He is risen indeed.) Have you ever thought about the fact that before Easter was a celebration of life, it was a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Topics: Resurrection, Hope, Easter

Sermon Series: Resurrecting Hope

The Hope Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon explores living out faith through surrender and obedience, as exemplified in the lives of biblical figures in Isaiah 9:2 and Luke 1:11-25.

Good morning, family! I'm so glad we're all here together, ready to dig into God's word. You know, it's funny, I was reading a book by A.W. Tozer the other day, and something he said really struck me. He wrote, "Faith, as Paul saw it, was a living, flaming thing leading to surrender and obedience ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, Luke 1:11-25

Topics: Hope, Forerunner

Hope For The Heartbroken

Contributed by Gary Holt on Sep 6, 2025

I you have a trouble heart, turn that into trust. Trust in Jesus' PRESENCE, Trust in a future PLACE, Trust in Jesus' PROMISE.

“Hope for the heartbroken” John 14:1-3 Have you ever had one of those days when everything goes wrong? ­ It doesn't make any difference how hard you try, ­ it just seems that everything backfires on you? ­ The harder you try, the worse it gets. There are times: ­ when ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Hope That Is Alive Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 26, 2025

This sermon breaks down 1 Peter 1:3 to explain the powerful and secure hope Christians have.

Introduction: The World's Hope Brothers and sisters, think for a moment about the word "hope." In our world, hope is often a fragile thing. We hope we get the job. We hope the medical tests come back negative. We hope our children make good choices. This is a hope based on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Hope On The Edge

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

Christ’s fulfilled signs remind us we live on the edge, but His promise turns our fear into hope and readiness.

Frank Sinatra used to sing, > “Just what makes that little old ant think he’ll move that rubber tree plant?” Anyone knows an ant can’t… But he’s got high hopes. That silly song always makes me smile. It’s about an ant with more courage than common sense — a creature who refuses to quit even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:28, Matthew 24:14, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, John 14:1-3, Romans 8:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Skeleton Of Hope

Contributed by Michael Brown on Nov 29, 2025

I wrote this message as a devotional to share at our next deacon's meeting. Our church is one of MANY churches without a full-time pastor. It's been over a year & a half since the previous pastor left & we need to remember the HOPE we have in Christ!

The Skeleton of HOPE One thing that we could all use a little more of is hope. Hope is something that can be hard to find in today’s world. Hope seems to be gone, deceased, expired, no more. Hope is nothing but a dried-up skeleton. But that doesn’t mean we should shrug our shoulders & give ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Hope At Christmas Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 6, 2025

This sermon proclaims that the heart of Christmas is God’s promised hope fulfilled in Jesus—the Light who breaks our darkness, conquers sin, and invites us to live in the peace and confidence of His eternal reign.

The Heart of Christmas: Hope Isaiah 9:2-7; Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 15:4 Christmas is almost here! It truly is a special time of year. Before we open God’s Word together, I’d like to invite you on a short journey into the past—to remember what Christmas has meant to you through the years. Many of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Hope Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 20, 2025

On the shortest day of the year, Jesus offers us the gift of Hope

How often have you heard the phrase or description “It’s the most wonderful time of the year”? But what if it’s not? What if Christmas doesn’t bring alive warm happy memories for you? What happens when there is an empty chair at the table and Christmas becomes a reminder of a lost loved one or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Thrill Of Hope

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 21, 2025

Christmas reveals God’s unstoppable light, breaking chains and restoring hope through unlikely people, unexpected places, and redeeming love.

There are certain songs we hear so often that they begin to fade into the background. They become part of the seasonal wallpaper—pleasant, familiar, predictable. Christmas music, especially, can do that to us. You hear it in grocery stores. In elevators. On hold with customer service. Played ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-11, Isaiah 9:2, John 1:5, Galatians 3:28, 2 Corinthians 5:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A New Hope Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 9, 2026

When your situation seems hopeless, trust God to bring new honor to His name, to give you a new heart, and to give you a new hope.

A couple of years ago (January 2024), the account for Elmo, the red Muppet from Sesame Street, asked on X a simple innocuous question: “Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?” Thousands of people responded, pouring out their hearts to Elmo: “I’m tired, Elmo,” said one user. “The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-38, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26-27, 1 John 1:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18, Romans 8:8-11, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews 13:5, Revelation 22:7, Revelation 22:12, Revelation 22:20, Titus 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Of Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 27, 2026

Jesus is our hope

Good morning everyone, glad that you have joined us as we open God’s word to lead us. Please turn to Romans 15 We are living in a day and age of change- some change we like and some change we do not like. Some change we need to initiate and some change we need to stop. Some days we seem to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Be Joyful In Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore and understand the depth of Romans 12:12, emphasizing the importance of being joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a Scripture that I know is going to speak to your heart. It's a verse that encapsulates the spirit of our Christian walk, and paints a beautiful picture of hope, patience, and the promise of what's to come. The verse is Romans 12:12, and it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12

Topics: Patient, Affliction

Hope Is Not Lost PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage trust in God's plan, emphasizing that our hope, joy, and peace come from Him alone, even in uncertain times.

Good morning, Church family! We're going to dwell in the Book of Romans today, specifically Romans 15:13 that says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Isn't that a comforting, reassuring ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Topics: Trusting God

Men Of Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

This sermon's main point is to encourage believers to rely on God's strength in times of weariness and weakness, drawing hope and renewal from His divine power as expressed in Isaiah 40:29-31.

Good morning, Church family! Have you ever felt so tired, so worn out, that you thought you couldn't possibly take another step? I know I sure have. And I'm guessing, if we're all being honest here, that you've felt the same way too. I'm reminded of what C.S. Lewis once wrote: "God, who foresaw ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31

Topics: Strong Men, Tough Times

Hope In Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024

This sermon explores the relentless hope and faith of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28, encouraging us to anchor our hope in Jesus Christ.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. How wonderful it is to gather together, to share in the warmth of our fellowship, and to turn our hearts and minds towards the Word of God. In these moments, we are not merely attendees or spectators, but active participants in the divine dialogue of faith. We are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Topics: Hope