Sermons on Encourager:

A Faithful People

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Dec 18, 2009

Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith.

A Faithful People 2 Peter 1:1-1:14 Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith. His faith was strong even to his death. Lets listen to what he instructs us, regarding our faith. Luke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Impact In Obscurity Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2013

This sermon, based on Jabez's prayer, encourages believers to understand that no matter how insignificant they may think they are, or how obscure their life is, they can & will make an impact for the glory of God.

“IMPACT IN OBSCURITY” 1 Chron. 4:9-10 INTRO – NCAA Championship football game Monday night – Alabama put a beat-down on Notre Dame. Throughout the game, the commentators, Kirk Herbstreit & Brent Musberger, talked about “impact players.” Would put their names, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Can A Christian Be Lost Again?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 7, 2012

Eternal life means unending life; this is what Christ offers. Some, however, are convinced that His gift is probationary. The life He offers is meant to encourage us, and not to intimidate us.

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand. I and the Father ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is God When I Hurt? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 22, 2012

Does God care when His people suffer? Does He desert them in their sorrow? A message to encourage the suffering saint by redirecting our gaze to the Master in our sorrow.

“As they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ And when he had said this, he fell asleep. “And Saul approved of his execution. “And there arose on that day a great ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Forgotten Who You Are? Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 12, 2011

A short talk encouraging us to know Jesus - and when we know him, he helps us to know who we really are, and who we can become.

Jesus takes his disciples aside and asks them, “What about you? Who do you say I am?” (16:15). A teaching assistant accused of looting. An 11 year old girl appears in court and admits breaking windows in Nottingham. Teenagers appear before Magistrates with no parent in attendance. Magistrates ask, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Anglican

Practising Witnessing Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 23, 2017

The Great Commission is given to all Christians. As we go, we are charged to fulfil this mandate to witness. The message explores some parameters of the commission to encourage believers to fulfil Christ's command.

“Jesus came and said to [the disciples], ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Revived

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jun 16, 2014

In this message we look at the 5 types of biblical hope, then talk about hope deferred in 2 areas of life. Then, the 3 dangers of deferred hope, and close with a word of encouragement.

Hope Revived PPT 1 Tonight my topic is hope I have a lot to cover so let me briefly outline for you how this is going to go. First I will define hope from the worlds perspective Then we will look at 5 kinds of hope in the scriptures Then we will look one scripture in particular that talks about ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"A Home Where Children Thrive" Series

Contributed by Elvis Burrows on Jun 17, 2013

Children's Day sermon encouraging Parents and Guardians to stay committed and focused to the task of child rearing. The challenge was for parents to do all that they can to raise their children in a manner that pleases God.

“A Home Where Children Thrive” Psalm 127 Central Zion Baptist Church June 9th. 2013 Salutation Welcome Reason for this sermon – The purpose for my being here at this pulpit today is to come alongside parents and those who work and care for children on a daily or regular ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pure Devotion To Christ

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 27, 2011

We can be led astray from pure devotion to Christ. That's why the apostle Paul and Jesus Himself warned us against deception, and encouraged us to purity of doctrine.

Pure Devotion to Christ TCF Sermon August 28, 2011 I didn’t want to preach this morning’s message. I knew several weeks ago that this is what I should preach on, but I wrestled with God about it, trying to convince Him I should do something different. But the passage we’re ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Radiating Christ In A Darkened World

Contributed by Ed Hedding on Apr 28, 2014

We are called to do good works after salvation. This sermon encourages all who are Christ followers to use their spiritual gifts to support and serve the body and the body of mankind as well.

Radiating Christ in a Darkening World Scripture Reading Mark 10: 35 - 45 35 And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came up to him and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” 36 And he said to them, “What do you want me to do for you?” 37 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: Slow Down! Sharpen Your Axe.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 27, 2010

A short talk for the start of the busy Advent season. This talk uses one of may favourite stories to encourage people to rest, stop, slow down in the midst of a busy time to rest.

Jesus said, “Come with me … to a quiet place and get some rest” (Mark 6:31). One of my favourite stories is about the world wood chopping competition. Now the champion was a bit older than he used to be – well, who isn’t – but he was still the champion. Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31

Denomination: Anglican

Are You Really?

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 13, 2010

Encouragement for those times when, like John the Baptist, we have become frustrated and disappointed when God didn't work in the way we hoped or prayed about.

BELOVED PASTOR, D. L. MOODY, ONCE REMARKED THAT, “THE BEST WAY TO SHOW THAT A STICK IS CROOKED IS NOT TO ARGUE ABOUT IT OR TO SPEND TIME DENOUNCING IT, BUT TO LAY A STRAIGHT STICK ALONGSIDE IT.” IT IS HUMAN NATURE TO QUESTION AND TO BE SKEPTICAL OF FACTS, FIGURES OR ANY TYPE OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Challenge Of Choosing The Greater Stewardship Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 1, 2010

The writer to the Hebrews set before his audience a deeper consideration of a confession of Jesus’ Stewardship. ’Christians’(traditionists), are encouraged toward a further consideration of their confession. The challenge of choosing the greater Steward

SERIES: The Careful Considerations of Our Christian Confession—Hebrews 3:1-6; 7-17; 3:18--4:11; 4:11-13; 4:14---5:11 The Hebrews writer pressed upon his audience to further consider the intricacies of their Christian confession. Christians, tempted by tradition, are encouraged toward a further ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Church On The Edge

Contributed by David Slone on Mar 25, 2007

A sermon encouraging our church to step out in faith and get off the edge. A message for a church that is sitting on the fence or a church that is ready to move into the direction God has called them.

A church on the edge God’s relationship with us seems to be one of “edginess” of a risk taking journey- at least according to Scripture. it’s risky “to truly love” isn’t it? It’s risky to confess. It’s risky to forgive, it’s risky to truly care, it’s risky to surrender, confront, risky ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Romans, Part 9 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 30, 2011

Paul's proclamation that all have sinned must be a battle cry in the believer's life. We must each take this as an encouragement to constantly spread Jesus Christ to a world that is in desperate need.

Note: Halfway through this message, a video was shown advertising for No Greater Love's Men's Ministry trip to New Orleans, LA. This video can be found on the main NGL website: http://www.nogreaterlove.org Romans, Part 9 (NGL Ministry Trip Invitation) Romans 3:21-24 Introduction - Last week, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational