Sermons on Encourage Yourself In The Lord:

Petition For God's Provision Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jul 25, 2004

Jesus has given us the blueprint for the way we should pray and this section of the ZLord’s Prayer deals with the provision that God gives to His people

Petition for God’s Provision Series: The Blueprint for Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 Introduction A tired-looking woman entered a grocery store and asked the owner for enough food to make a Christmas dinner for her children. When he inquired how much she could afford, she answered, "My husband was killed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Connect With God The Father Series

Contributed by Larry Haynes on Jun 15, 2005

This sermon helps people connect with God through a simple act of praying the Lord’s prayer.

THE LORD’S PRAYER: PATH TO INNER PEACE Have you ever taken the time to teach someone to pray? For most of us are first prayer was: "Lord I lay me down to sleep I pray the Lord my soul to keep, if I die before I wake I pray the Lord my soul to take." If you listen to that prayer, at a very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer: Caring For Self Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on May 25, 2004

Discover how Jesus intended prayer to care for the believer.

This morning we continue with our new series on the topic of prayer. We already looked at the first half of the model prayer Jesus taught to His disciples, calling us to get to know God. And we saw that we can best get to know God through approaching God as our Heaven Father, adoring God above ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11-13

Denomination: *other

Who Is Your Go-To Guy? Series

Contributed by Jay Winters on Aug 1, 2007

This sermon talks about Luke’s account of the giving of the Lord’s Prayer. It approaches the subject of prayer and how we often neglect to go to our *best* go-to guy, God.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three in One who grants us good gifts. Amen. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ When was the last time you had to ask someone for help? Who was it that you asked? Did they say “yes”? Did they turn you away? I had to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Anchor Of My Soul

Contributed by James Lowe on Jul 24, 2023

An encouraging sermon

The Anchor of my Soul Hebrews 6: 18-20 Heb 6:18 That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us: 19 Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Birthmark Of A Model Church Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 21, 2019

This is the 1st sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". What does the Model Church look like?

Series: Encouragement [#1] BIRTHMARKS OF A MODEL CHURCH 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: As I talk with Tharon often about his health, I hate that I passed some of those genetic traits to him. The truth is, we all pass things on to our children whether it be a genetic trait, a behavioral ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Motivate, Model, Mentor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of motivating fellow believers, modeling Christ-like behavior, and mentoring others in their faith journey.

Introduction Greetings, beloved in Christ! Today, we will dive into the scripture to explore three power-packed themes: motivating senior saints, modeling Christ-like behavior, and mentoring others in faith. These themes are drawn from Acts 17:14, Philippians 2:22, and 2 Timothy 1:3-4. In Acts, we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:14, Philippians 2:22, 2 Timothy 1:3-4

Topics: Encourage, Motivate, Mentor

The Victory At Calvary

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 15, 2011

As we talk/understand Spiritual Warfare must start & end at the cross of Christ. Satan has no right, authority over the believer no matter what he may claim or contend.He is a trouble-maker, trespasser on God’s earth and has claimed to be the king of thi

The Victory at Calvary Introduction: A As we talk/understand Spiritual Warfare must start & end at the cross of Christ. 1 Satan has no right, authority over the believer no matter what he may claim or contend. a He is a trouble-maker, trespasser on God’s earth and has claimed to be the king ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

He Lives And He Cares For You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to trust in God's sovereignty, cast all their anxieties on Him, and resist the devil, knowing that God will restore and strengthen them after their sufferings.

Good morning, family! You know, as we walk this journey of life, there are times when we may feel overwhelmed by the pressures and uncertainties around us. But in those moments, our God does not leave us without a word of comfort and encouragement. In the words of A.W. Tozer, "An infinite God can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-10

Topics: Trust, Faith, Encouragement

Personal Appearance Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2022

Spending time with Jesus everyday gives us the spiritual energy to face anything our day may throw at us.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE Text: Lk. 24:35-49 Introduction 1. Illustration: It has been my great pleasure over the years to meet many of my heroes. I’ve met some famous preachers like Jim Cymbala and Alistar Begg. But my favorite of course was meeting my guitar hero Phil Keaggy. His band the Glass Harp ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-49

Denomination: Methodist

How To Get Out Of The Pit Of Despair Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 23, 2022

Have you ever despaired? David did. We might hide our despair from others (Ps 73:15), but we still go through them.

Have you ever despaired? David did. We might hide our despair from others (Ps 73:15), but we still go through them. The Bible records the despairing occasions of great men & women... • To show us that they are made of the same stuff. • So that those in despair can identify with them and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

After The Glory

Contributed by Roger Spaugh on Oct 18, 2000

A Sermon for After Christmas.

We are living in the waning moments of another year. The “holiday season” is quickly drawing to a close. The rush of preparation has culminated in a few hours of “quality time” spent with friends and family. The gifts have been opened, the food has been devoured; and for some, the house has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Marriage God's Way Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008

The success of marriage is not based on success as the world teaches but as God commands through the example of submission offered by Christ himself.

INTRODUCTION As you can tell from the title of the message, we are going to be looking at a tough subject today – one I prefer NOT to speak on – the relationship between HUSBANDS & WIVES. BUT before we dive in, I want to speak a moment on the attitude we need to bring – JUST HOW IMPORTANT IS THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Looking To The End Times Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 9, 2012

There is a lot of excitement generated in the Christian community around the return of Jesus. Jesus' men were excited too, but what Jesus tells them is not a timeline or series of events, but how they should act while waiting. It's good advise for us too

There’s one thing that is pretty clear—no one understood Jesus’ mission as the ultimate action hero. The people that followed Him closely were starting to get that He was the Messiah—but what did that mean? As I’ve mentioned several times in our journey through Mark, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Family That Prays PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 7, 2024

This sermon explores God's promises of protection, His presence in our prayers, and the peace we find through petition, as depicted in Psalm 91:15.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a privilege to be standing here before you today, in this sacred space, where we gather in unity and love, to share in the Word of God. It is in this Word, in the divine wisdom it imparts, that we find our refuge and our strength. Today, we will be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:15

Topics: Prayer, God's Encouragement