Sermons about Encouragment - SermonCentral.com

God Our Refuge

Contributed by Spencer Cunnah on Oct 4, 2002

based on 108 ratings

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A sermon designed to encourage believers and to reassure them of God’s presence at all times.

Introduction. Deuteronomy 33 is a wonderful piece of Hebrew poetry in which Moses addresses each one of the twelve tribes of Israel and gives each one a particular blessing, a blessing to sustain them as they experienced Canaan’s great benefits and bounty. After devoting a separate stanza to each ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 33:24-29, Psalm 46:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Man Who Was Determined Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 2, 2001

based on 128 ratings

| 10,723 views

The determination of Jesus Christ to go to Jerusalem to die should inspire and encourage our faithfulness.

Morning Message March 4, 2001 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs Series: Faces Around the Cross A MAN WHO WAS DETERMINED Introduction: 1. Today we begin a new series of messages called "Faces Around the Cross". We want to see the humanity that surrounded the events that culminated in the cross ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One God, One Heart, One Request Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

based on 34 ratings

| 8,007 views

WHEN UNDER ATTACK, THE HEART OF THE GODLY SEEKS ENCOURAGEMENT FROM THE ONE TRUE GOD

BIG IDEA: WHEN UNDER ATTACK, THE HEART OF THE GODLY SEEKS ENCOURAGEMENT FROM THE ONE TRUE GOD I. (:1-10) ONE GOD -- "In the day of my trouble I shall call upon Thee" A. (:1-4) The Godly Seek God’s Help in Times of Trouble 1. The Nature of the Request a. Attention: "Incline Thine ear ... and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Go To Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 120 ratings

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We are to encourage one another to stir up one another for love and good deeds.

Why Go To Church (Heb. 10:24,25) Throughout the western world church attendance continues to decline. Illustration: In 1999, 39% of people regularly profess to attend church (34% of men and 44% of women). In Germany less than 5% regularly attend church and in Britain less than 15% make a habit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forward Momentum

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 26, 2001

based on 47 ratings

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We are encouraged to keep our forward momentum going in ministry by focusing on the things of Christ.

CONSIDER THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A STRONG AND A WEAK CUP OF TEA. BOTH TYPES CONTAIN THE SAME INGREDIENTS OF WATER AND TEA. THE DIFFERENCE IS THAT THE STRONG CUP OF TEA RESULTS FROM THE TEA LEAVES’ IMMERSION IN THE WATER LONGER, ALLOWING THE WATER MORE TIME TO GET INTO THE TEA AND THE TEA INTO THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Wear The Dream Series

Contributed by Lance Bane on Nov 7, 2001

based on 50 ratings

| 5,837 views

This message encourages young people to put into action the dreams that God has put into their hearts.

Former President Woodrow Wilson once said, “We grow by dreams. All big individuals are dreamers. They see things in the soft haze of a spring day,or in the red fire on a long winter’s evening. Some of us let those great dreams die, but others nourish and protect them; nourish them through bad ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:7-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freeeeeeeedom!!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 29, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 3,714 views

Message designed to encourage Christians to shed the bondage to religous "law" and live in freedom for Christ.

FREEEEEEEEDOM!! Romans 7:4-6 Introduction In the movie, Braveheart, William Wallace wages a war for the freedom of Scotland from English tyranny. His passion was to see Scotland as a free nation, no longer bowing in servitude to the King of England. Freedom was the by-word of his life, and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:4-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

An Anchor For The Soul Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 12, 2005

based on 44 ratings

| 31,872 views

# 12 in a series on Hebrews. This sermon sets forth the three-fold encouragement available to Christians.

A Study of the Book of Hebrews Jesus is Better Sermon # 12 “An Anchor For the Soul” Hebrews 6:9-20 “A little over a month before he died, the famous atheist Jean-Paul Sartre (SAHR truh) declared that he so strongly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Believe Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Dec 14, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 12,204 views

This message encourages people to believe that God’s miraculous power is still available for them.

Miracles Miracles Series: Sermon Title: Believe Dr. Marty Baker / John 9:1-11/ November 13, 2005 www.stevenscreek.net Good morning. Welcome to the Creek. For those of you that do not know the song you just heard is from the new television series Three Wishes. Amy Grant and the rest of ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Let These Be Our Prayers

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jan 2, 2006

based on 65 ratings

| 12,172 views

It is of great relief if we come to God’s presence for strength and encouragement and joy: PRAYER

LET THESE BE OUR PRAYERS 2Thessalonians 1:11-12 San Raphael, Prieto Diaz Sorsogon October 29, 2005 INTRODUCTION Christian life is not a “bed of roses.” We are not exempted from troubles and trials in our journey, as Christian. 1. People 2. Health 3. Circumstances Always remember that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Victory From The Pit Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 4, 2006

based on 19 ratings

| 8,607 views

When people find themselves in the "pits" of the world, give them encouragment that there is a way out.

*The Integrity Test used in reference for this message was a thought received from a message on the "7 Tests of Joseph" submitted by SermonCentral.com contibutor, Derek Vreeland. Victory from the Pit! Genesis 37 Matthew 7:7 “Ask, and it shall be given to you; seek and you shall find” Luke ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Stay In The Ship

Contributed by Alex Shepherd on Dec 26, 2003

based on 116 ratings

| 50,411 views

This life challenges us with a myriad of trials and suffering. This sermon is offered as encouragement to stay with the Lord.

“Stay in the Ship” Acts 27:9-11, ,31,-44 Introduction: A few months ago my brother-in law invited me on a deep sea fishing trip along with some of his co- workers. At 4 o’clock that morning we met with his co-workers for breakfast at a local Mexican restaurant before meeting the boat that would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:9-11, Acts 27:31-44

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Anticipation

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 16, 2003

based on 36 ratings

| 8,436 views

A message to encourage us to live in anticipation of heaven and of God fulfilling His promises on earth.

A Life of Anticipation Living in the hope God Offers Various Scriptures November 16, 2003 Introduction Today we finish our look at what it takes to have a life lived in the peace of God. We’ve focused on three strategies for living in the peace of God. First, we said we need to understand the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19, 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Raising The Bar Of Excellence Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Nov 12, 2002

based on 37 ratings

| 11,654 views

This is part of a series of sermons that encourage believers to take a personal responsibility for the growth and ministry of the church.

RAISING THE BAR OF EXCELLENCE Colosians 3:17 INTRODUCTION: ILL> This summer our son Alan was in the play ¡°Big River¡± which was performed at the Bucyrus Little Theater. Ken Barnett from MG High School was the director. Not long before the first performance they had a dress rehearsal. Mr. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Andrew: Bringing Others To Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 3, 2003

based on 80 ratings

| 17,240 views

To look at how Andrew brought Peter to Jesus and to encourage the congregation to share Jesus with others

Sermon August 3, 2003 6 p.m. Andrew: Bringing Others to Jesus John 1:35-42 Primary Purpose: To learn from Andrew the importance of bringing others to Jesus Andrew is the disciple that everyone has heard of and nobody remembers. At least 5 times he is listed as a disciple and three of those ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

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