Sermons on Encourage Yourself In The Lord:

Find Encouragement In Barnabas, The Son Of Encouragement

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jun 8, 2023

A look at St. Barnabas, and what we can learn from him.

6.11.23 Acts 11:19–30, 13:1-3 (EHV) 19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution that took place at the time of Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, speaking the word to no one except Jews. 20 But there were some men from Cyprus and Cyrene who came to Antioch ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Look What The Lord Has Done For Me

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on May 14, 2011

What the Lord has done for Me and can and will do for you, if you just call upon His name

LOOK WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE FOR ME PSALM 40:1-4 INTRODUCTION: This psalm is a celebration of God's great goodness to him, and all his people. He praises God for delivering him out of deep distress, vs. 1-5. Thence takes occasion to speak of the work of our redemption by Christ, vs. 6-10. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Tear Down Evil Kingdoms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's word, encouraging believers to overcome fear, embrace challenges, and find hope in divine wisdom. Key

Good morning, dear friends. Today, we gather here, in this sacred space, with hearts full of hope and spirits yearning for wisdom. We come together to share a moment in time, a moment of unity and understanding. We are here to listen, to learn, and to grow in our faith. A. The first step in this ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Topics: Deliver, Yourself

Encouragement Pt 3 Anatomy Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is the third message on encouragement. This message focuses on the character of the encourager.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Anatomy of An Encourager” Introduction For a couple weeks last year, we explored the concept of encouragement. The Greek term variously translated in our English Bibles (urge, beg, comfort, exhort, encourage, advocate, counsel, help, ask) comes from a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Stop Wasting Your Life Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Nov 17, 2002

Followers of Christ may waste their lives by failing to invest the resources God has given them. This sermon aims to encourage believers to invest their lives for God.

DON’T WASTE YOUR LIFE – INVEST IT INSTEAD Ephesians 5:1-21 Sermon Objective: This message is aimed at preparing the church for the 40 Days of Discovering God’s Purpose patterned after Saddleback Church’s 40 Days of Purpose. God calls those who follow Him to a purposeful life. Be careful how you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Aug 1, 2012

Everyone needs encouragement. See what God's Word has to say about this topic of Encouragement.

A Word of Encouragement Pray. This morning I want to speak on the topic of Encouragement. I personally believe it is the most essential ingredient , other than Jesus Christ, in the life of every believer. Encouragement keeps people moving forward. Encouragement keeps people feeling ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Secret Of Encouragement

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 15, 2002

What to do when you need encouragement.

1 SAM. 30:1-6 "THE SECRET OF ENCOURAGEMENT" A) All of us have our crisis days when everything seems to fall apart. * Days when it looks as if we have come to the end of the road & that God has turned against us! * In this chapter, we see David experiencing such a crisis! * Here’s what happened! B) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Sweetness Of An Encouraging Tongue.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 10, 2021

Do you feel abandoned? Feel as though you’ve been sold into slavery? The sufferings of Judah were the necessary result of sin, no certificate of divorce or sale to creditors occurred because Zions separation from the Lord was only temporary.

The Sweetness Of An Encouraging Tongue. Isaiah 50:1-4TPT. A mother who wanted to have the last word but couldn't handle the hassle that resulted whenever she said no to her young son. After an especially trying day, she finally flung up her hands and shouted, "All right, Billy, do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:1-4, Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Barnabas The Encourager Series

Contributed by Gary Birch on Jul 25, 2008

What can we learn from Barnabas the encourager?

Barnabas – the son of encouragement. Look at a number of passages: Read Acts 4:36 A Levite – the Jewish Tribe who served in the temple, his family obviously moved to Cyprus at some stage and so he didn’t serve in the temple. His real name was Joseph, and Barnabas was a nickname meaning Son of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

An Encouragement For The Weak Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Oct 19, 2012

the first qualification for serving God with any amount of success, and for doing God's work well and triumphantly, is A SENSE OF OUR OWN WEAKNESS.

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 7 Oct 2012 “An Encouragement to the weak” Are you overcome by the world around you, overwhelmed by the circumstances of your life, and have nothing left? Perhaps through frailty or failure you have drawn the conclusion that you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Need For Encouragement Series

Contributed by Othniel Andrew on Jan 9, 2018

There is a great need for encouragement these days as we see so many disturbances, trials and tribulations in the lives of God's people all over the world. Everybody needs encouragement. Here are 7 ways you can find encouragement from 2 Corinthians 7.

Cultivate Biblical Convictions-84 The Need for Encouragement ********************************** 2 Cor.7:4 I have the highest confidence in you, and I take great pride in you. You have greatly encouraged me and made me happy despite all our troubles. 5 When we arrived in Macedonia, there was no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:4-13

Denomination: Independent Bible

Encouragements For Fellowship Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 9, 2018

Philippians 4:21-23 teaches us the characteristics of the communion of saints.

Scripture Last time in our Sunday Seconds we examined “Encouragements for Prayer.” Today, I would like to examine “Encouragements for Fellowship.” Paul’s letter to the Philippians overflows with joy and thanksgiving. It is a wonderful letter in which he urged the Christians in Philippi to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:21-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Serving The Lord With Passion

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

Many in the Body of Christ have lost their zeal and passion. This is an encouraging and motivating word to inspire and encourage.

Serving the Lord with Passion Text/Scripture: Acts 4:23-31 NKJV, “And being let go, they went to their own companions and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. So when they heard that, they raised their voice to God with one accord and said: "Lord, You are God, who made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31, Acts 1:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Meet Mister Encouragement

Contributed by Frank Lay on Jan 27, 2005

“When he came and had seen the grace of God, he was glad and encouraged them that with purpose of heart they should continue with the Lord.” Note two things in this verse that will help us understand why we need more people like Barnabas in the church to

MEET MISTER ENCOURAGEMENT Acts 11:19-26 As I began focusing on what to preach on Baptist Men’s Day, the Holy Spirit led me to take a fresh look at one of my favorite Bible Characters. A man by the name of Barnabas. We first encounter Barnabas in Acts 4:36, “And Joses, who was also named ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

When Bad News Comes--The Battle Is Not Yours-Its The Lord's Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 20, 2018

We face battles in life. Through GOD's WORD, we learn a principle to apply to life. The Battle is not yours, it's the LORDS. Stand on GOD's Promise, Begin with PRAISE as you consider the battlefield, Position Yourself, Stand Firm Trusting HIM, and See GOD's Hand at Work.

2018.05.06.SERMON THE BATTLE IS NOT YOURS WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC KEY PRINCIPLE: In life we face many battles and struggles. GOD'S WORD TELLS US..."The Battle is not yours, it's the LORDS". Turn to GOD, Stand on GOD's Promise, Begin with PRAISE as you consider the battle ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational