Sermons on Encourage Yourself:

Faithful In Attendance Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2005

A call to be faithful in attending the gathering of the church, and a commitment to contact those who are missing.

A. Let me begin with a few stories. 1. The story is told of three preachers who got together for coffee one day and found out that all of them faced the same problem with bat-infestations in their church buildings. a. One of them sad, “I got mad and took a shotgun and fired at them. I missed the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Naps!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 15, 2008

It is imperative that we wake up to the reality of the imminence of Christ’s return.

Title: No Naps! Text: I Thessalonians 5:1-11 The Big Idea: It is imperative that we wake up to the imminence if Christ’s return. Introduction The talk today is a continuation of our discussion last week from I Thessalonians 4:13-18. The purpose of that text was to comfort and encourage those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Don't Need Church!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 7, 2015

What is the church? Is it necessary for a Christian to be connected to a local church if at all possible? What are the functions and benefits of the church? Why does the Lord think so highly of the Church if we don't?

We often say that context in reading Scripture is everything. But, getting the right verse is pretty important as well. At a wedding one of those involved was supposed to read 1 John 4:18 NASB which says, “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Cowards Can Become Leaders

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 26, 2007

Many of us are just like Joshua. We feel inadequate for the task of leadership.

Even Cowards Can Become Leaders Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua is exhibit A of a reluctant leader. In fact when it came to taking the leadership baton from Moses he was a coward. Listen to the words of the Lord to Joshua: Joshua 1:6, 7, 9 “Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Go! And Use What God Has Given You - Romans 12:6–8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 17, 2025

"Go! And Use What God Has Given You.” This is a call not to sit back in comfort or hide behind humility, but to step out boldly in faith and obedience—because you are not saved to sit, you are saved to serve.

Go! And Use What God Has Given You - Romans 12:6–8 Romans 12:6–8 (NLT): “In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. So if God has given you the ability to prophesy, speak out with as much faith as God has given you. If your gift is serving others, serve them well. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45, Romans 15:13, Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, Ephesians 4:11-12, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Philippians 2:5-8, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Galatians 5:13, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Family Talk: Hearts And Bridges PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of effective communication in fostering unity and wisdom in relationships, emphasizing listening, understanding, and careful speech.

Good morning, church family! I feel a warm sense of joy and anticipation as I stand before you today. We’re here, not by accident, but by God's divine appointment. We are here to share, to learn, to grow, and most importantly, to encounter God in a real and transformative way. Today, we are going ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19, Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 1:5

Topics: Communication, Building, Marriage

Survivor 2: How To Find A Tribe That Won't Vote You Out Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Sep 21, 2002

This is the second message in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon the way every church ought to be (09-22-2002).

Opening Illustration There was a church in a small town in Tennessee that had a most interesting name. The sign in front of it said “Left Foot Baptist Church.” There was a young man who passed by the building several times, and he always got a good chuckle from the name. Finally, one day when ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Cave Buster”

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Oct 15, 2002

prayer - Psalms 142 -

“Cave Buster” Psalms 142 I started this with a really interesting “opener” but the further that I dug into the scripture the more I realized that the opener would not do this scripture justice. At the risk of disappointing my son who really liked the opening illustration… I instead want us to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Signpost Of Sinfulness #1

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 8, 2002

This sermon is about the mystery of sin in the believer’s life.

Sunday Morning March 5, 2000 Bel Aire Baptist Church Hobbs, NM THE SIGNPOST OF SINFULNESS [#1] The Mystery Of Sin In The Believer’s Life JAMES 4:13-17; GALATIANS 5:16-23 Introduction: Isaiah 35:8: "And a highway shall be there, and a way, And it shall be called The way of holiness..." 1. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, Galatians 5:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Steadfastness

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000

Jesus’ last journey to Jerusalem and how that we should follow in His steps

LUKE 9:51 "STEADFASTNESS" INTRO: The gospel of Luke has always been my favorite gospel. I appreciate Matthew’s picture of the King and Mark’s record of Jesus the Servant, and John’s majestic story of the eternal Son of God. But my heart finds it’s home in the gospel of Luke. I’ll tell you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51

Denomination: Baptist

Abiding In His Rest Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

To walk the way of forgiveness you must learn to abide in His rest

To walk the way of forgiveness you must learn to abide in His rest. "Let us labor therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief." (Hebrews 4:11 KJV) *In order to abide in His rest, you must labor and struggle each day to enter there. You may ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Have To Commit Suicide

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Aug 11, 2005

You have to let the old man die out!!!

YOU HAVE TO COMMIT SUICIDE Philippians 3:7-11 The Apostle Paul tells us here in this passage that to really know Jesus Christ you must first die!!! VS. 10 says, That I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings being made comformable unto his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does God Want To Bless You Or Judge You?

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 27, 2005

An exposition of Psalm 80

Islington Baptist Church October 23, 2005 Psalm 80 Scripture reading: 2 Kings 17:1-23 Does God want to bless you or curse you? Please help me out by filling in the blanks Obedience to God brings ______________ Disobedience brings ____________ What do you think God’s desire is? To bless ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Factor Series

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 22, 2005

This is from a series called "Tube Theology" We looked at theological teachings on TV. This sermon deals with our fears.

This sermon is from a series on Tube Theology. I have researched sermoncentral as well as other sources. I use an expanded outline in preaching though it is not exactly a manuscript. I also use a sermon outline for the congregation to fill in. FEAR FACTOR October 31, 2004 Jay Davis Robison 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Tales From The Crip

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

How do you deal with hurt? How do your respond to being mishandled? This powerful message will help you get back into the King’s presence.

“Tales From The Crip” Text: I Samuel 20:42; II Samuel 4:4, 9:1-13 I. Introduction This is a very familiar portion of Scripture. You have probably read it and heard it preached on numerous occasions. We have all been exposed to this story as a great story and example of Grace. David, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal