Sermons on Environment Of Hope:

In The Presence Of Hope

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Feb 22, 2002

A salvation message outlining the hope found in Christ.

IN THE PRESENCE OF HOPE Luke 23:39-43; Isaiah 55:6,7 Luke 23:39-43 Then one of the criminals who were hanged blasphemed Him, saying, "If You are the Christ, save Yourself and us." 40. But the other, answering, rebuked him, saying, "Do you not even fear God, seeing you are under the same ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43, Isaiah 55:6-7

Denomination: Nazarene

A Purifying Hope

Contributed by Richard Crow on Aug 17, 2002

John lived a life worthy of the high calling of Christ knowing that at any moment, He would return. We too should live a life worthy of Christ so that when He appears, we won’t be ashamed of Him at His coming.

The Purifying Hope 1 John 2:28-3:3 August 18, 2002 This week was a wonderful week as we were able to visit the Smoky Mountains and see the beautiful creation of the Lord. We had a front row seat to the Smoky Mtns. We hiked up into the mountains and saw the large rock formations, the huge trees ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Hope

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

Titus 1:2

HEAVENLY HOPE TITUS 1:2 There once was a preacher who was at a dinner and was asked to get up and give a short 10 min talk. Well we all the dangers involved in asking a preacher to get to give a short talk. Anyway, after the 20 min had expired the preacher just kept on talking. After 35 min. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:2, Titus 1:1-2

Denomination: Bible Church

The Source Of Hope

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 9, 2002

What is it that can give us one of the three greatest gifts God has promised us?

OPENING: While hunting, Larry and Elmer got lost in the woods. Trying to reassure his friend, Larry said, "Don’t worry. All we have to do is shoot into the air 3 times, stay where we are, and someone will find us." They shot in the air 3 times, but no one came. After a while, they tried again. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Vision & Hope Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 3, 2004

The importance of living with vision and hope, especially in difficult circumstances.

Sermon for 5 Easter Yr C, 9/05/2004 Based on Rev 21:1-5 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Vision & Hope” The leader of a certain Indian tribe encamped at the base of a mountain was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Hope

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 25, 2004

Where there is no hope there is no power and if there is anywhere on the face of this world that there should be hope, it is in the church.

The Power of Hope Selected Passages The Lord of the Rings trilogy is a fantastic story of the struggle between good and evil. In the second installment, the Two Towers, open war has broken out and the forces of men have retreated to the safety of the great fortress Helm’s Deep believing that they ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-4, Revelation 4:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Hope In Christ

Contributed by Mark Engler on Jun 30, 2004

Our hope in Christ should give us confidence to Speak Boldly About Christ, Face Despair, Approach God’s Throne and much, much more. Our hope should not be in this world, but in Christ.

Some illustrations for this sermon where found on Sermon Central. Sermon by Mark Engler Mt. Vernon Christian Church Mt. Vernon, MO “Hope In Christ” Introduction: Talk about trip to Africa and about another ministers concern on what about to teach. My first thought, we are going to teach about ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope And Faith

Contributed by Cindy Breadner on Aug 19, 2007

Hope is belief in what we do not see, faith is having hope.

“Faith is to believe what we do not see and the reward of faith is to see what we believe.” What does it mean to see what we believe? We see our belief daily in the faces of others. The smiles of strangers the successes of our loved ones the peace in our families, the community of our church ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith And Hope Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Discusses the differences between faith and hope.

Faith Part 6 – Faith and Hope Scripture: Luke 17:4-6; Mark 11:24; Galatians 5:5; Romans 8:24; Introduction Last week I shared with you about walking in your profession of faith. I dealt with profession as a “job” and as a “confession”. As I have been going through this series, I have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of Hope Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on May 1, 2007

 Whereas the English word “hope’ may have an element of uncertainty in it, the Greek words in the New Testament always speak of a sure expectation of some good outcome or positive result.

THE GOD OF HOPE INTRO ----- ILLUSTRATION - "I had something to look forward to." The story is told of a muti-millionaire businessman who greatly changed the lives of a sixth-grade class in a poor downtrodden township. This was an area where most of the students would not finish formal schooling. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Charismatic

To Hope Again

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 8, 2007

God provides hope as we look forward to the answer to our prayers. We see Him work little by little as we continue to speak words of praise and thanks. Hope sustains us until the answer comes.

May, 2007 To Hope Again Ezekiel 37:1-15 INTRODUCTION: For years the children of Israel had experienced both good times and bad times. When their situation seemed most hopeless God would send a prophet to give a spark of hope and prophesy words showing God’s faithfulness to a rebellious and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Living In Hope

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Feb 24, 2009

HOPE THAT IS ALIVE.

LIVING IN HOPE 1 PETER1:3-12 FOCUS: WE HAVE LIVING HOPE IN JESUS CHRIST. INTRO: WHAT IS LIVING HOPE? 1: VIBRANT A) ENERGETIC, B) FULL OF LIVELINESS C) ENERGY POINT: LIVING HOPE IS EXACTLY WHAT IT SAYS IT IS, IT’S ALIVE IT’S LIVING AND BREATHING, GROWING AND SPREADING. THINK OF IT THIS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Other

Catalyst For Hope

Contributed by Mark Evans on Mar 9, 2009

A Stimulus to Change; somebody or something that makes a change happen or brings about an event.

Catalyst For Hope! The nightly newscasts are broadcasting messages that stir emotions of fear, doubt, and uncertainly. Let me encourage you to maintain a positive and realistic perspective. Choose To Be A Catalyst For Hope. A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Future & A Hope Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 11, 2009

God here contrasts the future of those who forsake Him with those that are faithful to Him. The effects of His faithful servants’ sinful condition will pass away & the blessings of YAHWEH will be theirs instead. The future for the faithful shines in bri

ISAIAH 65: 8-16 A FUTURE AND A HOPE Habakkuk 3:17-18 In the preceding verses YAHWEH declared that He always stood ready to respond to Israel, but they had scorned His invitation (65:1-2). Not only had they failed to respond, but they had provoked Him to wrath by their shameful practices (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Dare To Hope

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Oct 22, 2010

There are no hopeless situations. Jesus asks us to trust and to keep praying. If we don't give up, miracles can happen in our lives.

Last week I went to visit an elderly nun in her retirement residence. She was very happy to meet me and we spent some time chatting. While looking around in her room, I noticed a small table in a corner of the room and three small statues facing the corner. One looked like the statue of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Catholic