Sermons on Fear For The Future:

Sometimes God Says No

Contributed by John Petty on Jan 12, 2010

In a world of greed and materialism it’s difficult for us to accept "no" from God. But sometimes God says no.

I made a statement last week in the message that I want to repeat this morning … “Sometimes, God says no.” And what I want to do this morning is give us a couple of the many examples of God saying no. Moses’… It was Moses hearts’ desire to go into the Promised Land but because he didn’t follow ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Answers For Assurance

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 5, 2016

Assurance of salvation.

"Answers for Assurance" 1 John 5:13 1 John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. ILL -- The weary evangelist knocked on another door, fully ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Apostles' Creed: He Descended Into Hades Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 14, 2019

1. Jesus joined humanity in mortal life and death. 2. Jesus frees us from fear of loss. 3. Jesus frees us from fear of abandonment.

APOSTLES’ CREED: He Descended into Hades When we talk about the Apostles’ Creed in membership classes, I ask people if they have questions they want to talk about. Almost always, someone asks about the phrase, “He descended into hell.” What does that mean? Honestly, I don’t know exactly what the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-15, Romans 8:38-39, Psalm 88:10-12, Psalm 16:10-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When The Chains Come Off

Contributed by Tim Diack on May 27, 2011

People have always longed to know what the future holds ... but we don't need to know the future - we just need to know He who holds the future in His hands! Life is full of uncertainties but God's commitment to you is unwavering! Witness how God can ta

When The Chains Come Off - Acts 16:16-34 - May 22, 2011 Folks, May 7th, in the year of our Lord 2044, will surely be a momentous day in my life. In fact it is certain to be a day like absolutely no other that has gone before. You see, that will be the day that I die. At least that’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: *other

Bridge Over Troubled Water Series

Contributed by Dwayne Dickson on Mar 5, 2016

We learn through the story of Jacob that God is there for us during our darkest moments. All we must do is cling to Jesus and Jesus will give us the victory.

A Bridge Over Troubled Water Introduction Over the last few weeks we have been looking at the beginning of the nation of Israel. We had several stories about Abraham. And last week we looked at Abraham’s son Isaac on the altar as representing Christ and the New Testament Gospel. But that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Know The Days Are Coming

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 17, 2004

In our text this morning, John is taking the time to combine two of these scopes of time – the present and the future. Make no mistake, though, it is a warning. A warning concerning the future, and the present

WE KNOW THE DAYS ARE COMING And they are here now! 1 John 2:18-27 INTRODUCTION: God never meant our Bibles to be stuck in one or even two scopes of time. God meant them to have a three-fold impact on our lives. Yes, there is quite a bit of history, biblical history in the Scriptures. There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting The Foe By Faith

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 17, 2007

It is by faith that we face our spiritual foe, and fight our spiritual battles. No other reliance will prevail for us.

FIGHTING THE FOE BY FAITH Text: Isa.36: 1, 2; Isa.59: 19 Intro: Inherent in the life of the child of God are the inevitable trials, tribulations, and battles that seem to dog our steps. Jesus Himself said, “In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 36:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God's Consecrated Ones Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 2, 2009

Isaiah’s prophecy reveals that God will accomplish His will - with or without us.

Take your Bibles and open them to Isaiah Chapter 13 as we continue our journey through the Old Testament prophecies regarding the “Day of the Lord”. In his first 12 chapters, Isaiah deals primarily with God’s judgment against Israel and Judah for their unfaithfulness to Him. But now in Chapter 13, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 13:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In The Midst Of A Pandemic

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 14, 2020

If this year has taught us anything as Christians it is that this world may not be as stable as we once thought. So how are Christians to respond to a world in the midst of a pandemic?

Peace in the Midst of a Pandemic Just over a year ago I retired as the pastor of FBC Vilonia, boy did I pick the year. 2020 is cer-tainly not a year that any of us is likely to forget. The year of a “pandemic” – ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:4

Denomination: Baptist

20-20 Vision

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 21, 2023

The reward of knowing the mind of God, the reward of living in the will of God, is freedom. Fear of people keeps us imprisoned; fear of God sets us free.

At the Alpha conference I went to a few weeks ago I had a very interesting conversation with a colleague on the more liberal end of our denominational spectrum. It was particularly interesting in that the Alpha program is for evangelism, and I was surprised to see someone on the other end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-33, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 2 Corinthians 2:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Promise Of God's Presence Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 21, 2011

Because God is here we should have no fear.

The Promise of God’s Presence Isaiah 41:10 Rev. Brian Bill 8/21/11 I’m speaking on a topic today that I really need to hear because I struggle with fear. I was reminded of this on Monday when Beth and I were out driving. When we came to one of the railroad crossings in town, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Baptist

Restructuring The Church For Expansion During A Pandemic Of Presecution

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 12, 2022

Rapid growth, constant persecution and limited resources made the Apostles rethink their future and the future of the church. They reorganized their ministry team to maximze their efficiency and effectiveness. Let;s see how!

Sermon Restructuring The Church For Expansion Acts 8:1-8 “Saul was one of the witnesses, and he agreed completely with the killing of Stephen. A great wave of persecution began that day, sweeping over the church in Jerusalem; and all the believers except the apostles were scattered through the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8, Acts 8:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

Be A Christian Who Cares

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 24, 2013

How can we be Christians who care? 1. Go beyond what's familiar. 2. Go beyond what's fair. 3. Go beyond putting ourselves first. 4. Go beyond our fears. 5. Go beyond by faith.

Be a Christian Who Cares 2 Kings 5:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 28, 2013 INTRODUCTION: *It's always a good idea to look back over life and think about the people who have made a difference: People who helped us in a time of need. *People who blessed us. -Opened new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Is A Consuming Fire

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

Thesis: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Intro.: 1. Illust. Several yrs. ago John Anderson took his family to the Grand Canyon. Enjoyed beauty & majesty. Experience was enhanced when they decided to ride mules down into canyon. He writes: "Given that a slip could have been a 1/4 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:10-13

Changing Seasons

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Nov 16, 2002

Fear God and live a happy life

Sermon: Changing Seasons Ecc 3:1-11 October 13, 2002 I. Introduction A. Seasons of Life 1. I once heard someone described the seven seasons of a person’s life in this way: spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills, wills. Spills of Infancy – You only have to look at the carpet in my ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist