Sermons on Encouragement:

Psalm 142 - When You Are Discouraged Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 4, 2025

Realize how discouragement affects you, recognize it's cause, recieve God's encouragement and refocus on areas where you need to change

PSALM 142 – WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED Years ago, there was an article in USA Today about a guy named John Burns. The article described him as an alcoholic and homeless. He was living in New York City. There was a fire in a building and there were some people trapped inside. John Burns ran into ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Staying Strong In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

It's a common misconception that the leaders of a congregation are always the ones with the strongest faith. This isn't necessarily true. This sermon is a lesson for the faithful, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their beliefs.

Many people believe that the leaders of a congregation are the ones with the strongest faith. However, this is not always the case. In reality, there are times when those in leadership positions may actually have weak faith. This is a lesson for all believers to acknowledge their own faith ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Topics: Faith, Leadership

Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Topics: Suffering, Joy

Embracing The New Year With Joy And Anticipation SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

As we bid farewell to this year, will we be filled with joy or regret? Will we face the future with anticipation or dread? This sermon encourages us to embrace the New Year with joy and anticipation.

When this year is over, will we look back with joy or regret? Will we face the future with anticipation or dread? Today, I want to share a passage from Ephesians 5:15-17 that can guide us as we approach the rest of this year. The Apostle Paul offers some important lessons for us to consider. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Topics: New Year's Day, Joy, Anticipation

Embracing Life's Fresh Start SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

God has gifted us with a fresh start through Jesus Christ. We are encouraged to (1) let go of our past, and (2) live with a renewed sense of purpose.

Today, we will explore the incredible truth that God has given us a new life through Jesus Christ. This new life calls us to leave behind our past and embrace a renewed purpose. Let us dive into 2 Corinthians 5:17, which states, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: New Beginnings, Purposeful Living

Not Playing Favorites PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to love without bias, bear each other's burdens, and value spiritual richness over material wealth, reflecting God's heart in all relationships.

Welcome, dear family in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we stand on the common ground of God's grace, united in our pursuit of His wisdom and truth. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Yes, we are here because our Heavenly Father has a message for us, a message that can ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Topics: Materialism, Spirituality

Women Who Ministered To Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to emulate the faith and service of the women in Luke 8:1-3, actively contributing to God's Kingdom rather than passively consuming its benefits.

Beloved brothers and sisters, let us gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the spirit of unity and love that binds us as one. It is a joyous occasion whenever we come together to bask in the resplendent light of God's Word, to be nourished by His truth, and to be transformed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Topics: Women, Working, Christ

Stages Of Grief PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 3, 2024

This sermon encourages us to lay our burdens at Jesus' feet, truly know God beyond just knowing about Him, and let His grace transform us.

Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere individuals, but as a family united under the loving banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to share in the Word, to find solace and strength, to find guidance and grace, and above all, to find Jesus in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Topics: Stop Beating Yourself Up

From Doubt To Life Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the disciples' journey from doubt to faith, emphasizing that doubt is a part of the faith journey, and encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith journey towards eternal life.

Growing in faith is a lifelong process. For most of us, doubt is a part of the process, and for some of us, it is an integral one. In our passage today from John we get a front row seat while the disciples move from doubt to faith to life as they are commissioned to go and share the gospel with ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Topics: Faith Journey, Overcoming Doubt, Gospel Sharing

Being A Man Of God Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon aims to inspire and encourage men to embrace their God-given calling and strive to be Godly men, using the biblical character Caleb as a model of faithfulness, consistency, courage, and determination.

Welcome church! Today we look to honor and encourage the men in our midst to step into the calling that they have been given. Being a man in our day and age is no easy task. It’s even more difficult if you’re hoping to be a man after God’s heart in the midst of this increasingly godless culture. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-2

Topics: Godly Leadership, Faithful Living, Spiritual Courage

Revival: Stronger Than Ever - Increasing God’s Power In Your Life Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores how the book of Chronicles, specifically chapters 14-16, provides encouragement and guidance for overcoming personal and national crises by increasing God's power in one's life.

What kind of encouragement does a nation need when it emerges from a national crisis? That’s the question Ezra is answering for us in the book of Chronicles. And what kind of encouragement do you need when you’re facing a personal crisis? That’s the question Ezra is answering for us in the section ...read more

Topics: National Crisis, Personal Crisis, Kingdom Period

Sermon Series: Revival: Stronger Than Ever

Hezekiah: Shining Brightly During Dark Times Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 21, 2022

Having a heart for God does not mean we are flawless, but that heart is demonstrated by our actions and routines.

Hezekiah: Shining Brightly During Dark Times (2 Chronicles 29:1-32:33) 1. People can surprise us. My friend called me in hysterics.“I just saw a mouse in my kitchen!”she yelled.“I’m so grossed out! It’s so disgusting!” “What are you going to do?”I asked. “I’m not sure. But you can bet I’ll never ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Heart, One Voice: Following Jesus Together - Romans 15:5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 22, 2025

God calls His people to something radically different—not uniformity, but unity rooted in Christ. Discipleship is not a solo journey. Following Jesus is a shared walk, shaped by patience, encouragement, and Christlike humility.

One Heart, One Voice: Following Jesus Together - Romans 15:5 Introduction: A Divided World Longing for Unity We are living in an age of noise, division, and fractured voices. Social media amplifies outrage. Politics divides families. Even churches can find themselves split over preferences rather ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-6, Psalm 133:1, Philippians 2:5-8, John 17:20-23, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Colossians 3:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

More Than Cheerleaders Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 27, 2015

This is the gift that greases the gears of the church. Without this gift a congregation becomes lifeless and empty. What is this gift, and why is it so important to God's church family.

OPEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnVuqfXohxc I’ve been waiting months to use that clip. It’s clever. It’s cute. And whether you realize it or not – it is deeply theological. Think about it… what did it show? It showed lot of animals that don’t ordinarily ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Raising Spiritual Champions

Contributed by Jay Robison on Jun 13, 2005

Taken from the Message version. To raise spiritual champions we must Hold Hands, Whisper Encouragement, and Show them step by step how to live well before God

RAISING SPIRITUAL CHAMPIONS June 12, 2005 Jay Davis Robison 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Popular poem several years ago: If you love something set it free If it comes back to you it is yours If it doesn’t it never was. Always uncomfortable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist