Sermons on Facing Discouragment:

Forgiveness Must Have A Face

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Sep 22, 2013

There's nothing more important to a Christian than forgiveness. It is the basis of our salvation, and we can't love one another as He loved us without forgiving one another. Therefore, we need to understand what forgiveness is and what it is not.

"When I was a kid, I used to pray every night for a new bicycle. Then I realized that the Lord doesn't work that way... so I stole a bicycle... and asked him to forgive me." Well, there are 100s of jokes about forgiveness- the one I read is by Emo Phillips- and there are legions of people who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Face Full Of Friendly-Ness"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 20, 2015

Funeral for a blessed lady Bertha Turner.

Psalm 23 A Face full of Friendly-Ness I read this Psalm to her the night before she passed she seemed to smile at that reading. I recall a book that is called The Acts of Paul an Thecla in this book describes Paul the Apostle it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Facing A Fearless Year {2016}

Contributed by Dorothy Jones on Jan 8, 2016

Combating fear on our Christian journey; Receiving our promises.

" FACING A FEARLESS YEAR {2016} Deuteronomy 3:16 " The Lord your God ... Will never leave you nor forsake you." Just like Israel was afraid as they camped on the eastern banks of the Jordan River, newness brings on the spirit of fear in you. But God, has not given us the spirit of fear. They was ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Our Fears With Faith

Contributed by Eldridge Cullum on Mar 17, 2020

We face all kinds of fears today: a fear of cancer, a fear of losing our spouse and becoming a widow, a fear of financial insecurity, a fear of having to live in a Nursing Home, etc. Right now we are all faced with a storm that scares us to death – the storm is called Coronavirus.

Facing Our Fears with Faith John 6:16-21 “When evening came, his disciples went down to the sea, got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was now dark, and Jesus had not yet come to them. The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing. When they had rowed about three or ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Standing Strong In The Face Of Difficulties

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 25, 2021

We can stand strong in the face of any fearful situation. That's because we are truly rich in the grace of God.

Have you ever been scared? I mean scared to the point that you were afraid for your life. There was a group of missionaries that were on a mission trip in London. They were in prayer walking one afternoon in an area that was full of mosques and protesters were in the streets. As they walked and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Proverbs 29:25

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth: Refugee With A Human Face

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jun 21, 2021

The Book of Ruth doesn't get much attention, but it can remind us that God sees refugees and can use them in his purposes.

I imagine we probably all have a favorite book of the Bible. The gospels should be high on everyone’s list because they tell us the story of Jesus. And when the church’s heart and mind are fixed on Jesus, everything comes together. When we lose sight of Jesus things go wrong. Luke is my ...read more

Face Cloth Neatly Folded

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jun 28, 2021

The neat folding of the face cloth gives further evidence to me that Jesus calmly and deliberately unwrapped Himself of His grave clothes and walked out of the tomb.

I would like to see a show of hands, who makes their bed every day? I figured there would be someone who does it. You are the kind of person who should really appreciate what Jesus did in the tomb after His resurrection. I know this isn’t Easter Sunday, but I wanted to share with you something I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Challenges American Churches Face

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 14, 2022

Christianity in America (and in Europe) is declining. This sermon share three challenges that caused the decline and how we respond to them.

Thirty-four years ago, a church was born in Walnut Creek under the leadership of Pastor X. During those years, we faced many challenges, both internally and externally. But by the grace of God, we still exist today. That is why today, we want to thank God for His faithfulness. We say, "Thus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:12, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Proverbs 22:6, 1 Timothy 3:1-4, Matthew 16:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Are Facing A Storm PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to trust in God's power and love during life's storms, knowing that He is in control and will use these trials to strengthen our faith.

Good morning, church family. Today, we’ll be wrestling with a powerful message about the storms of life, the testing of our faith, and the power of faith in adversity. It's a message of trust, trials, and triumph. It's a message that reminds us that even in the darkest of times, we are not alone. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Topics: Confidence, God

Do Not Fear In The Face Of Change PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023

This sermon explores becoming a new creation in Christ, believing in God's constant presence, and building pure hearts through understanding His love for us.

Good morning, dear family of God. Gathered here today, we stand on the precipice of a profound understanding, a revelation of God's Word that has the power to transform our lives and deepen our relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We're not merely scratching the surface of faith, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: Change, God

Turn Your Face To The Wall Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

Hezekiah’s story is a clear testimony that prayer can overturn prophecy, that divine judgment can be interrupted by sincere intercession. It also reminds us that God is not a tyrant looking to destroy lives—He listens when the righteous cry out.

TURN YOUR FACE TO THE WALL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 20:1-11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 38:1-5; Psalm 102:17; James 5:16-18; 2 Chronicles 7:14; Psalm 34:15 INTRODUCTION: This powerful narrative focuses on King Hezekiah, a righteous man confronted with a terminal prophecy: “Set ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Face The Future With Joyful Confidence

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jan 9, 2023

Whether events or attitude of people in this world “will go from bad to worse (verse 13),” God’s people can still face the coming days without fear.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Sure Defence In The Face Of Adversity.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 4, 2023

Committing our life into the hands of the LORD.

A SURE DEFENCE IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY. Psalm 31:1-5, Psalm 31:15-16. I). Psalm 31:1-5. PSALM 31:1. This Psalm begins with the LORD, the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a Psalm of trust, a Psalm of faith. We need not wallow in our distress when we have the LORD upon our side. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-5, Psalm 31:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing Optimism In The Face Of Adversity

Contributed by Delishia Davis on May 2, 2025

It is important to remain optimistic because your hope is in Jesus.

Choosing Optimism in the Face of Adversity "We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed." – 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. lived a life that exemplified unwavering ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Facing The Challenge Of A Warped Society

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 29, 2023

Paul expected all of his congregations to listen to their minds and order their hearts in the right way. He told the folks at Thessalonika that they had no need for anyone to write them about loving their neighbor.

Saturday of the 21st Week in Course 2023 Ordinarily we tend to associate St. Paul’s teachings on chastity and lust with the letters to the Corinthians. But that’s shortsighted. Remember that even as far back as Plato and Aristotle, the virtuous life was associated with men and women who would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Psalm 98:7-9, 1 Thessalonians 4:9-11

Denomination: Catholic