Sermons on Encouragement In Service:

"Discouragement: The Cause And The Cure" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 16, 2018

Why we get discourages and how to solve it. It has a lot to do with how wee deal with people.

“Discouragement: the Cause and the Cure” Nehemiah 4 When my wife and I set out for seminary we moved to New Orleans. Seminary was placed there in 1917 now a century-old started they are because of the great need to spread the gospel in that area. We were both pleasantly surprised to find that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful And Not Forgotten

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 9, 2018

The church in Colossae was not a remarkable church, in fact, most people would have said its best days were gone.

Colossians 1 Faithful and Not Forgotten August 12, 2018 This letter is full of epic and evocative language and is one of Paul’s shortest. Have you ever felt overlooked? Have you ever felt like you were doing the right thing, but other people seemed to get noticed? Have you ever felt like quitting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6, Colossians 1:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Almost Pursauded

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

King Agrippa, almost was persuaded to be a christian

Almost Persuaded Acts 26:1 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “You are permitted to speak for yourself.” So Paul stretched out his hand and answered for himself: 2 “I think myself happy, King Agrippa, because today I shall answer for myself before you concerning all the things of which I am accused by the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Pain - No Gain

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

It may not be easy, but it is worth it!

No Pain – No Gain Hebrew 12:11 Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. The greatest things in life - are not plans, but responses. In 1853 George Crum, a chef in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Little Words

Contributed by George Durham on Jul 5, 2017

The Power of Words for good or evil

THE POWER OF THREE LITTLE WORDS James3:1-12; Psalms 19:14 May these words of my mouth & this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. SPEECH IS A POWERFUL THING. What you can do with your mouth is More ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Community Requires Commitment Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 13, 2017

Being committed to each other means we are committed to each other's well-being, to love and good works and to the gathering to encourage one another.

September 17 Community requires Commitment Hebrews 10:19-25 Fun LG testimony of committing something to do together. Or..story of First Responder acting to help his teammate Turn to Hebrews 10:19-25 This morning we continue our three-part series, Better Together. That’s one of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful What You Believe Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 14, 2019

This is the 3rd sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#3] BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU BELIEVE 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3 Introduction: As I began preparing this sermon, I remembered something that happened to a preacher friend of mine many years ago. He pastored a Church and the Church was struggling with low attendance and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Lawless One Overthrown Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 14, 2019

This is the 4th sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#4] THE LAWLESS ONE OVERTHROWN 2 Thessalonians 2:4-12 Introduction: Before humans were created, Lucifer and a 3rd of the angels in Heaven tried to overthrow God. God casted them out of Heaven. Since that point, Satan and the fallen angels have worked hard at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Requests Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 10, 2019

This is the 6th sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#6] PRAYER REQUESTS 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 Introduction: It is not uncommon to hear from Church people what is wrong with the leadership. People spend a lot of time trying to change the leadership within a church to fit within their guidelines and wants. I often ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Idle Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 10, 2019

This is the 7th sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#7] DON’T BE IDLE 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 Introduction: As we have stated every week; both letters to the Thessalonians were letters of encouragement. While Paul continually was encouraging them and complimenting them, he did want them to remember why they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

Your Time To Shine SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

We often feel overlooked, underestimated, and ignored. But the Holy Spirit reassures us that now is our time to shine.

We have all experienced moments where we feel overlooked, underestimated, and ignored. But today, I am here to prophesy that it's your turn now. Just like the man at the pool of Bethesda, you may have been overlooked and pushed aside, but your breakthrough is coming. This man, much like many of us, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Topics: Encouragement, Faith

Inspire Your Siblings! SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

The constant need to encourage each other in faith

"A friend is someone who comes when everyone else has gone." The Christian life is challenging, filled with obstacles and difficulties. Even the apostle Paul himself faced many hardships. How many times have you felt discouraged in your walk with Christ? There are countless opportunities to lose ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20

Topics: Gifts, Encouragement

Finding Positivity In Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

No matter the intensity of the fire you're facing, always remember that something beneficial will emerge from it.

I don't know what kind of fire you're going through, but the good news is "Something good is going to come out of this." In the book of Daniel, there is a story about three men who were thrown into a fiery furnace because they refused to worship a golden statue. These men were Shadrach, Meshach, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Topics: Encouragement, Faith

Renewal Within Defeat PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024

This sermon encourages finding strength in Christ during moments of discouragement, deriving blessings from burdens, and dealing with deep pain through faith.

Good morning, dear friends! As we gather together in the house of our Lord today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of another week, another opportunity to learn, grow, and find our strength in Him. We are here, not just to share in fellowship, but to delve into the Word, to seek His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Topics: Discouragement, Encouragement

Categories Of Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 5, 2025

Spiritual gifts are supernatural abilities imparted by the Holy Spirit to believers to serve God effectively and build up the Church. These gifts vary in form and function, but they all originate from the same Spirit.

CATEGORIES OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:6-8, Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Peter 4:10 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual gifts are supernatural abilities imparted by the Holy Spirit to believers to serve God effectively and build up the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God