Sermons on Facing Discouragment:

Put On A Happy Face

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 6, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20

Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20 Put on a happy face 2 And it came to pass in the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when wine was before him, that I took the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had never been sad in his presence before. 2 Therefore the king said to me, “Why is your face ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Put On A Smiley Face

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 8, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20

Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20 Put on a smiley face 2 And it came to pass in the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when wine was before him, that I took the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had never been sad in his presence before. 2 Therefore the king said to me, “Why is your face ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Shining Face Of God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 11, 2023

'The Shining Face of God' - Psalm 67 - sermon by Gordon Curley. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Because the World Needs Light (vs 1-2). (2). Because the World Needs Joy (vs 3-4). (3). Because the World Needs Life (vs 5-7). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Coca-Cola is one product that has far outgrown its humble beginnings. • In 1886, Dr John Pemberton first introduced Coca-Cola ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Five Faces Of Man .

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2023

In this sermon I want to preach about the five faces that all of us WEAR

Illus: Abraham Lincoln in a hot political debate was accused by his opponent of being two faced. He countered the remark by saying, “My opponent accuses me of being two faced, but anyone can take a look at this face I am wearing and know if I had another one I would not be wearing this one.” The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

His Steadfast Face Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 16, 2021

The most beautiful face in the universe forever will be the face of Jesus, for this is the face that made it possible for man to return to paradise and to fellowship with God.

You never know when something embarrassing will happen to you. We are constantly on guard, for we do not like to be humiliated. Mrs. Howard Field was walking to a near by funeral home for the funeral of an old acquaintance when she saw an Easter bonnet that caught her eye. She went in and ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

His Hidden Face Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 16, 2021

Jesus had the ability to hide Himself so His identity was not known. Mary Magdalene had the same problem. She was at the tomb of Jesus, and He spoke to her, but she did not know Him, for she thought He was the gardener.

Paul Harvey in For What Its Worth tells of the young lawyer who was sitting in his office waiting for his first client. When he heard the outer door open he quickly tried to sound very busy. As the man entered his office the young lawyer was on the telephone saying this: "Bill, I'm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Facing The Storms In Life

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Oct 17, 2022

Every person, new believers, mature believers, and unbelievers experience the storms of life. This sermon ponders how we might face the storms that each of us face.

FACING THE STORMS IN LIFE Mk 4:35-41 , Mt 14:22-33 As I watched on TV as Hurricane Ian crashed into Florida and South Carolina, it reminded me how powerful and fearful that storms can be. I noticed afterwards that it hit all kinds of buildings and people of all walks of life. Some were prepared ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

How To Face Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. My older daughter Shonda’s FAVORITE MOVIE growing up was Annie, based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie. She watched that MOVIE multiple times and is still a big FAN. 1. On her 7th birthday Shonda was given a big Annie doll, Annie watch, and even had an Annie Birthday ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Four Faces Of Obedience

Contributed by John Gaston on May 17, 2023

Christianity is not just a set of beliefs. James said the demons believe and tremble, but their belief doesn't save them, because they don't OBEY God. Our faith should cause us to walk, stand, live, and obey.

THE FOUR FACES OF OBEDIENCE Gen. 22:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are times when even doing what is right seems like it will backfire on you. Old habits are hard to break. 2. One guy invariably left off the cap to the toothpaste and for years his wife had hounded him about it. Finally, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hope In The Face Of Injustice Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 4, 2019

Despite injustice, we have hope that God's intentions for justice will be fulfilled

April 3, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Lenten Service Psalm 10; Romans 12:9-21 Hope in the Face of Injustice Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. God has blessed us with the commandments. They teach us right pathways. God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Facing Our Fears

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Apr 8, 2019

We all have our giants to face in today's society. Our giants may be our fears, our difficult challenges, our health or our finances. Let us battle our giants as those in our Bible have done so in the past.

We have been talking, over the past few weeks, about some of the challenges we’ve all been facing. Some, more than others but nonetheless, challenges… and how they tore at our hearts and, more sadly, tore at our faith. I like to think of these challenges as our giants. What is a giant to you? They ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 51:16, Luke 12:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worshipping Face Down

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 6, 2022

This is a topical message related to worship. I want to examine the worship-related action of falling face down before the Lord in response to His glorious presence. This message ties into Matt Redman's book entitled "Face Down."

This evening I am going to be sharing a topical message related to worship. I want us to examine the worship-related action of falling face down before the Lord; so, I have entitled our sermon/Bible study, “Worshipping Face Down.” The title of our message is also found in a book on worship called ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In The Face Of Farewell

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 30, 2024

Our faith helps us to comprehend our death.

Faith in the Face of Farewell Intro: Our faith helps us to comprehend our death. Scripture: Job 19:1, Job 19:23-27, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, John 12:23-26. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, We all encounter death. But we avoid talking about it. I know that it is a serious subject ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:1, Job 19:23-27, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, John 12:23-26

Denomination: Other

Facing Uncertainties In Life

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Sep 4, 2025

We all face various uncertainties in life. Joshua is a good example for us in handling uncertainties.

We all face challenges in life. There are times even uncertainties that perplexes us. Sometime we just become so lost thinking what lays ahead of us in life. The Joshua generation was not spared of such kind of experiences. In fact, their experiences were mind blowing and not something that we can ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-7, Joshua 5:13-15

Facing The Rapids Of Life

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Keeping our eyes on the One, who is navigating the rapids brings joy and security. He’s taken lots of others through before.

Opening Illustration: Some years ago, I was enjoying the start of my first whitewater rafting experience—until I heard the roar of the rapids up ahead. My emotions were flooded with feelings of uncertainty, fear, and insecurity at the same time. Riding through the whitewater was a first-rate, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational