Sermons on Encourage Yourself In The Lord:

The Lord Is Good

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jan 6, 2019

A short sermon for a funeral service. I wrote this talk for the funeral of a Christian person.

In Nahum 1.7—a book in the Bible not often heard—the prophet Nahum says, “The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him” (Nahum 1:7). It may seem counter-intuitive to consider this verse at a funeral when death is clearly on our minds. How can we say that the ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Of The Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

The Lord of the Breakthrough is not a mere title—it is a revelation of God's nature. When we recognise Him as such, we understand that no limitation is final, no delay is permanent, and no opposition is too great.

THE LORD OF THE BREAKTHROUGH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 14:11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 45:2-3, Micah 2:13, 2 Samuel 5:20, Psalm 114:1-8, Acts 12:6-10 INTRODUCTION: Life often presents us with barriers—physical, spiritual, emotional, and situational—that seem impossible to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 14:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rejoice In The Lord

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 19, 2007

What to watch out for if we are to continue to rejoice in the Lord

Text: Philippians 3:1-21 Title: Rejoice in the Lord. Introduction “Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same thing to you again, and it is a safeguard for you.” (v1) Point to ponder: What is to be the believers safeguard in good times and bad? To always ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be A Candle For The Lord...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 19, 2021

God said let there be light and there was light. God said the light is good... a candle gives itself for the light. The darker the night the greater the light.

BE A CANDLE FOR THE LORD… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 119:105, John 8:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Serving The Lord

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 27, 2025

What does Luke 10:17-24 mean? It cannot be taken literally. Understanding the metaphors and culture of Jesus' day explains everything. Going out to spread the Gospel is a major part of discipleship. When one is doing this Christ is with the person through the Holy Spirit

Serving the Lord Luke 10:17-24 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 10:17 Now the seventy-two returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name!” 18 And He said to them, “I watched Satan fall from heaven like lightning. 19 “Behold, I have given you authority to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Presence Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 9, 2009

Message in the series of Building a Bridge to the Community. This one is have the presence of the Lord in the church to reach out to the community.

Note: This is also a combination of other sermons that you may see by me here on Sermon Central. Yet it has its own unique way of reaching people. Title: The Presence of Jesus: Building a Bridge to the Community Theme: Text: Luke 7:36 Introduction 1st Unconditional Love because of Christ who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-48

Denomination: Church Of God

Trusting The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 7, 2024

This sermon explores God's power to bring hope and restoration, as demonstrated in Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones.

Good morning, dear family of God. It's a blessing to be here with you today, to share in the Word of God and to uncover the richness of His promises. We gather here today not as mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters brought together by the love of Christ, bound by His grace, and called to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Topics: Goodness

Rejoice In The Lord

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 9, 2025

"Rejoice in the Lord" is a vital safeguard for believers, strengthening their faith and anchoring them in God’s truth. It is not just a choice but a divine calling—an essential posture of worship and a defining mark of Kingdom people, living with purpose to fulfill God's mission.

“Rejoice in the Lord” “Finally, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you.” (Philippians 3:1, ESV) “That’s about it, friends. Be glad in God! I don’t mind repeating what I have written in earlier letters, and I hope you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1, Romans 14:17, Jeremiah 2:13, John 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment To The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

Explores understanding faithfulness, responding to God's call, and living a committed life, emphasizing faith as seeing the invisible but existent divine truths.

Hey there, church family! Today, we're going to be talking about some pretty important stuff. We're going to be looking at John 3, and we're going to be talking about understanding faithfulness, God's call and our response, and living a life of commitment. Before we get into it, I want to share a ...read more

Topics: Faithfulness

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 14, 2010

The Lord will return and crush His enemies.

The Day of the Lord, Zechariah 14:1-9 Introduction The great “Day of the Lord” will be the topic of our discussion this morning. The blessed hope of the redemption of God’s covenant people will be our primary concern today. That terrible Day of Judgment when the nations of the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 14:1-9

Denomination: Christian Church

The Lord Is Near

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 17, 2024

David hiding in a cave, communicates that the LORD is near and protects His children

The LORD is Near Psalm 34:7-18 Good morning, As we have been studying the Book of Psalms, we have learned many things about the Lord's character and His attributes. King David had such a close walk with the LORD, that as he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to write some of the Psalms, he was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Lord With You?

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 4, 2021

A look at King Jehoshaphat of Judah

Is The LORD with you? 2 Chronicles 17 2 Chronicles 17recounts events in the remarkable story of Jehoshaphat , a king of Judah. 2 Chronicles 17:3 states that The LORD was with Jehoshaphat and it states the reasons why. i. It is because Jehoshaphat walked in the ways of his ancestor David ...read more

Baptism Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 12, 2019

I once heard a preacher who said something like, “My old man has died with Christ in baptism but sometimes the devil does CPR and manages to resuscitate him.”

Romans 6:3 Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Romans 6:3

Denomination: Catholic

Waiting On The Lord

Contributed by Ottawa Pullen, Jr. on Mar 13, 2001

When it seems as if God has forgotten you, He hasn’t.

WAITING ON THE LORD By Ottawa R. Pullen, Jr. Senior Pastor, Light Of The World Church 7800 Bissonnet, Suite 260 Houston, Tx. 77074 Have you ever felt as if God has forgotten all about you? Have you ever prayed and it seemed as if nothing GOOD was happening? Your situation is not hopeless, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, Leviticus 15:25-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sing To The Lord

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Sep 17, 2018

We are to sing to the Lord always.

When I asked the Holy Spirit of what He wanted to write as soon as I finished writing the last sermon. I heard in my spirit Psalm 95: 1- 7, I wondered to myself what was in Psalm 95: 1 -7 and after reading it, I realised that God wants us to sing to Him at all times. His WORD also encourages us to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-2, Psalm 33:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal