Sermons on Encouragement:

A Praise In Beginning A New Year

Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 14, 2013

This sermon encourages believers to look at the positive of a fresh start in a New Year.

Benjamin Franklin said, “In a new year declare war on you spiritual and personal vices (not on others), decide to live in peace with your neighbors, those close to you, and yourself (not in constant conflict), be forgiving and understanding toward others (and not harbor, hold grudges and ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

“be Steadfast” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 29, 2012

Malachi concludes his prophecy with words of encouragement for the faithful few in israel.

(READ TEXT) We find that even in the unfaithful and unbelieving Israel of Malachi’s day, there was a faithful, believing remnant that God had made note of (verse 16). Malachi addresses this last portion of his book to them. “Lord, I need You to help me to see satisfactions in service, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Created For Community Series

Contributed by James E. Parks on Sep 13, 2010

First sermon in this series encouraging us that we need each other.

I am so excited about what God is about to do. Today we begin something that I hope will be revolutionary. I hope after 40 days of focusing on community that we will be different. I will be different. You will be different. But above all we will be different together. This focus on community ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Better Get-Together Series

Contributed by James E. Parks on Sep 27, 2010

This sermon is to encourage people to reach out as groups to share the love of Christ.

Last week we began a 40 day focus on community. I know I have been inspired by God’s Word, by my small group and by what God is doing to grow in community. I want to learn to be more interdependent with you. We need each other. That is not a sign of weakness. It is reality and it is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Designed For Discipleship Series

Contributed by James E. Parks on Oct 4, 2010

This message outlines our discipleship process and encourages people to commit to discipleship.

This past Wednesday I got to experience something I never have before. The kids were out of school, so I made arrangements for Jamison and I to grab some lunch to-go from the grocery store. We drove out towards Wellman and pulled into a field. We ate lunch there with a few others and then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-42

Denomination: United Methodist

A Personal Touch

Contributed by Gene Escoe on May 4, 2010

To encourage beleivers to share the gospel with those they would consider undesirable or unreachable.

I. Leprosy A. What is it? 1. Today: A bacterial infection that causes nerve damage. It can also cause damage to the skin. 2. In biblical times: a. Any skin condition that included white lesions on the skin with a red top. Typically the hair would fall out where this lesion was. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits Of Being A Saint

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 6, 2010

I. Grace that exceeds II. Gifts that equip III. Guarantee that encourages

BENEFITS OF BEING A SAINT I Corinthians 1:1-8 I. Grace that exceeds II. Gifts that equip III. Guarantee that encourages __________________________ The troubles of the church at Corinth have been well-documented. They were divided over personalities, tolerated immorality, abused Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Big God, Big Dreams

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Dec 6, 2009

An encouragement to trust God for big things for His kingdom work on earth.

The Second Sunday in Advent December 6, 2009 St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Psalm 126 In Winnie the Pooh, one evening Pooh and Piglet are quietly walking together. Piglet breaks the silence with this question: “When you wake up in the morning, Pooh, what’s the first thing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Are You Putting Your Faith

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009

A sermon encouraging people to examine themselves and be sure of where they are putting their faith

Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Not A Nickel To My Name"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Apr 26, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to challenge believers to encourage the UNCHURCHED to exercise their faith in God.

26 April 2009 Third Sunday of Easter U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: Believers are goodhearted people but should be challenged to encourage the UNCHURCHED to exercise their faith in God. REFERENCES: Acts 3 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 19, 2009

Isaiah encourages the people of Judah to walk in the light as preparation for the reign of Jesus.

This morning we’ll continue our study of the “Day of the Lord” in the Old Testament prophets as we begin a series of messages from the prophet Isaiah. Since Isaiah deals with the Messiah, both His first and second coming, more completely than any of the other prophets, we’ll be looking at a number ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The State Of The Dead In Christ

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 11, 2010

This sermon encourages the body of Christ concerning those who die in the Lord.

Let us consider the following concerning those that die in the Lord: I. THEY ARE WELCOME INTO CHRIST’S IMMEDIATE PRESENCE. II. THEY WILL SEE HIS FACE AS HE IS. III. THEY ENTER INTO A STATE OF PERFECT FELICITY. IV. THEIR SPIRITS EXPERIENCE THE PROMISE OF REST FULFILLED. V. THEY ENJOY THE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

Hold On

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jan 26, 2008

A farewell sermon for my church - encouraging them to hold on to the Gospel they have

SERMON: HOLD ON How do you hold on to a legacy? 1. Hold on to the One you know a. Your Family (Broaddus, Broadus, Dagg) b. Your Spirit (Power and Self-Control) 2. Hold on to what you already know a. Your Suffering b. Your Testimony c. Your Bible 3. Hold on by the power of the one who knows ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Waiting For? Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

To instruct and encourage and help to understand patience and how it affects your stewardship.

PATIENCE Objective: To instruct and encourage and help to understand patience and how it affects your stewardship. Introduction: Questions that will guide our understanding process: 1. Do you understand what patience is? 2. Do you want to know the key to having patience? 3. Do you know the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Super-Abundant Grace Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 22, 2008

The greatness of God’s grace encourages us to live a godly life.

God’s Super-Abundant Grace The Importance of CONTEXT and GRAMMAR Romans 5:12-21. The Righteousness of God defended God’s DECISION is fair that declares men righteous God’s METHOD is fair in doing this on the basis of Christ’s work ADAM: (the source of our sinful condition) CHRIST: (the remedy for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational