Sermons on Empty Cup:

God's Grace In Our Grief Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 23, 2025

2. It’s difficult to see hope in the middle of grief, but God’s grace always supplies us with hope even in the darkest night.

GOD’S GRACE IN OUR GRIEF Text: Ruth 1:19-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: Franklin D. Roosevelt said: “We have always held to the hope, the belief, the conviction that there is a better life, a better world just beyond the horizon.” 2. It’s difficult to see hope in the middle of grief, but God’s ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Methodist

Rock Of Ages

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 21, 2003

This sermon uses the text of the hymn "Rock of Ages" as the exposition of Psalm 94:22.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendship July 20, 2003 But the LORD is my fortress; my God is a mighty rock where I can hide. Psalms 94:22 (KJV) When Jewish families gather at the Passover meal, singing is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:22

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Dawning Of New Life"

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 26, 2005

A look at the effects of the resurrection.

When the resurrection of Jesus dawned upon the understanding of His followers, the results were immediate. They ran to tell the message. This was the characteristic of that day. Everyone was running somewhere. The darkness had been so deep, that everyone was eager to spread the news, the dawn ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Search For The Meaning Of Life Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 23, 2006

Ecclesiastes was written to people who question whether there is a God, and to those who outright reject God. What do they have left in life? Nothing but despair...but there is another Way.

Overcoming Futility, a Sermon Series on Ecclesiastes Message #1, “The Search for the Meaning of Life,” chapter 1 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We’ve entered a new year, and many people looking back on 2005 feel a sense of relief. We’re glad that year ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

Re:fuel Series

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Feb 4, 2008

Sermon 2 of 3 in a series. Once we have correct focus and Jesus is our focus. Now we need to be re:fueled for the assignment. I put gas in my tank but after the car has been driven so far it needs re:fueled. That is the way it is in our Christian walk

re: Sermon Series Part 2 re:Fuel Let’s Review- Jan 2008 Pastor cast a vision for this church. Date with Destiny a year of New Beginnings Last week we started our Re: Sermon series and we looked at re:Focusing We learned that our spiritual vision /focus was blurred Psalm 6:7 NLT We were taught ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 1:Sermon on the Mount Series - The Beatitudes

The Great Commission Part 1 – Sermon on the Mount - Beatitudes Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus was called, baptized, filled with and the Holy Spirit † Chose 12 Apostles from among the Disciples † Jesus cleanses the Temple at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Bible Church

Reaching For Revival

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 5, 2013

We are called to seek a deeper walk with God and pursue an ongoing personal and corproate revival

Why are we not seeing more lives transformed by the power of Jesus? What is keeping our church from experiencing revival? What is keeping our church from seeing people saved? What is keeping our church from seeing people sanctified? Revival is the extraordinary work of god among His people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:14-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Is Jesus Relevant? Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 19, 2012

In this message we ponder the question is Jesus relevant for today's world. What does He have to offer?

Is Jesus Relevant Today? Theme: Text: Romans 1:16 ¶ For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. (Romans 1:16 AV) The question uppermost in the minds of people today is not, Is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Bottom Line: The Way I See It Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the final message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines the conclusion Solomon reaches after all of his different pursuits.

Dear Diary, “My life resembles a train wreck, I wish I could get some advice on how to get everything back on track before it’s too late.” There is some great wisdom in nursery rhymes. Consider the words of this timeless classic. “Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall. Humpty Dumpty ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Demons Never Beat On Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 21, 2021

Bad theology is still bad even if it makes "great evangelistic" preaching.

Luke 23:43 And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise. I do not know where this heresy about Jesus going to Hell started, but it is clearly wrong. No demons beat on Jesus, He did not wear ours sins as a disguise to enter Hell. He did not become the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Baptist

Fountain Of Living Water

Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jun 23, 2001

An evangelistic sermon comparing what Christ offers with what we conceive.

DATE: June 24, 2001 TEXT: Jeremiah 2:13 THEME: “The Fountain of Living Water” INTRODUCTION BODY I. WHAT THE PEOPLE FORSOOK – The Spring/Fountain of Living Water A. Is Free B. Is Forever Flowing C. Is Full of Beauty D. Is Fresh & Satisfying E. Only Requires Receipt II. WHAT THE PEOPLE CHOSE- ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Only A Name Series

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Sep 13, 2001

A look at the third commandment

Names = CHARACTER Because names are important, we don’t use God’s name in a: PROFANE or VAIN way - in our SPEECH - **what comes out of our mouths equals what’s in our HEARTS ** Mt. 12:34; Mt. 15:18; Lk. 6:45 - in our ACTIONS "vain" = CARRY Amos 2:7 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Holiness

When All Seems Lost: Finding Strength In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A sermon exploring how to find strength and renewal in our faith when we feel completely drained.

Life can often leave us feeling drained and exhausted. We may find ourselves running on empty, lacking joy, love, and peace. In these moments, we can turn to the story of Jesus turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana as a source of inspiration and guidance. This sermon will explore what we can ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Topics: Faith, Strength

Exodus Part 8 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 12, 2025

Israel's obedience of Yahweh's instructions; the offering of the materials and the recognition of the artisans (c/o Word Biblical Commentary)

The Tabernacle Underwritten 36 “Now Bezalel, Oholiab, and every [a]skillful person in whom the Lord has put [b]skill and understanding to know how to perform all the work [c]in the construction of the sanctuary, shall perform in accordance with everything that the Lord has commanded.” 2 Then Moses ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Smyrna--The Church Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 26, 2016

Smyrna was a church under the great pressure of persecution.

THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION SMYRNA—THE CHURCH UNDER GREAT PRESSURE TEXT: Revelation 2:8-11 Revelation 2:8-11 (KJV) And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive; [9] I know thy works, and tribulation, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal