Sermons on God Brings Hope:

#2 The Omission Of Hope

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 9, 2024

We often discuss the sins of commission and omission, let us discuss the omission of HOPE. Are we hope givers?

THE OMISSION OF HOPE? HOPELESS, HELPLESS, DOOMED… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) SEEMS MANY LOVE PIGS MOORE THAN THEY LOVE LOST PEOPLE. JESUS HAD A LESSON TO TEACH THE DEVILS AND DEMONS. SOON EVIL WOULD LEARN JESUS SHALL REIGN IN THE REALM IN GREAT ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:15-18, Hebrews 11:1, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Death And Resurrection Of Hope

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

Easter Message

This morning we celebrate Easter; we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ from the tomb that could not hold him over 2000 years ago. Over the years, as with any religious holiday and observances, the reality and the significance of what we are celebrating can get lost in all of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Sermon On The Bridges Of Hope

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 3, 2024

The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, is defined by Wikipedia as a natural light display in the Earth’s sky, predominantly seen in high-latitude regions in the vicinity of the Arctic and Antarctic.

Sir Philip Nicholas Outram Pullman, an English writer once remarked: “The Aurora!" Her wonder was so strong that she had to clutch the rail to keep from falling. The sight filled the northern sky; the immensity of it was scarcely conceivable. As if from Heaven itself, great curtains of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Hebrews 11:1, 1 Peter 1:3, Proverbs 23:18

Isaiah's Audacious Hope Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 5, 2006

One can never start too early to get ready for something really big.

Isaiah’s Audacious Hope Isaiah 7:14 Rev. Brian Bill 12/3/06 Do you know that after today, there are only 21 more shopping days left until Christmas? Some people panic when they hear this but for me it means that I still have three weeks before I have to begin my shopping! Doesn’t it seem like a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Of New Life

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 1, 2017

Hope is the basis of spiritual formation. It transforms us, drawing us closer to Christ so that others may be drawn to him.

They still tell the story at William and Mary College of daffy, magnificent President Ewell. For a century and a half, this prestigious Virginia school had been a leader among American universities. Then came the Civil War. In the hard days of reconstruction that followed, William and Mary went ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Other

"Saying 'yes' To Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 19, 2010

Saying ‘Yes’ to life basically boils down to asking, “What can I do with the life God has given me?” And then, living into it!!!

Hebrews 11:29-12:2 “Saying ‘Yes’ to Life” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN An author writes, “When my oldest son, Nathan, was a teenager, he told me that he had decided to become a stockbroker, a millionaire by age 30, and ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Only Hope For America

Contributed by Greg Carr on Nov 8, 2012

There are plenty of believers in this nation who should be making a difference and yet it seems that we lose battle after battle in regards to the moral compass of the United States.

PRAY Lord God and Father, open our eyes so we can see Your truth. Open our ears so w can hear Your voice. Open our mind so we can understand Your Word. And open our heart so we may receive all that You want me to receive. AMEN This past week half the people in our nation were happy because of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope Beyond Guilt

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

THE HOPE THAT WE HAVE IN CHRIST THAT ALLOWS US TO LIFT THE LOAD OF GUILT THAT WE OFTEN CARRY TOO MUCH OF. WE NEED TO LEARN FROM THE INNOCENSE OF CHILD-LIKE FAITH.

HOPE BEYOND GUILT 1 PETER 2:4 – 2:12 I WANT TO VISIT TWO MORE ASPECTS OF HOPE BEFORE WE TURN OUR ATTENTION TO CELEBRATING THE ADVENT SEASON. THE FIRST ASPECT, AND THE ONE THAT I AM GOING TO SPEAK ON TODAY, IS THE HOPE THAT WE HAVE IN CHRIST THAT ALLOWS US TO LIFT THE LOAD OF GUILT THAT WE OFTEN ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Hope From The Scriptures

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008

Funeral Message

Opening Scripture The Scriptures provide us with a sufficient source of enlightenment and encouragement. The can bring both correction and comfort. The Psalms are an especial rich source of comfort as nearly every emotion and every circumstance of life can be found there. Here are just a few ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:26

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Faith, Hope, Love"

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 13, 2008

A sermon for the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost, the second lesson Proper 24

23rd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 24 Lectionary 29 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 "Faith, Hope, Love" 1:1* ¶ Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. 2* We give thanks to God always for you all, constantly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life Of Hope And Praise Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 12, 2021

A sermon for Pentecost Year B, Lectionary 15

July 11, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 1:3-14 A Life of Hope and Praise Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our epistle readings for the next several weeks are taken from St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. I’d like to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

A Sure And Steadfast Hope Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Feb 11, 2006

Can we have a sure and steadfast hope in a mad word?

Hebrews 6 teaches us about the characteristics that Christians should display: • Love to the Brethren – your work and labour of love v10 • Diligence and perseverance vv 11-12 We have looked at these previously and the end of the chapter goes on to talk about hope. This should be a key ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Search For Hope

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 22, 2001

The inward, outward, heavnward search causes us to draw closer to the abondant love of our Lord and Savior.

First Baptist Church 545 South Main street Jellico, Tennessee. 37762. Pastor: Michael Blankenship Sunday Morning January 14, 2001 It seems as if today more than ever before in history we are less satisfied with the lives, which we live. We have more than our parents and grandparents ever dreamed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Instead Of Despair

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 15, 2012

A sermon on Amos 8:11-14 on how people run to things of this world instead of to the Bible to find meaning to their lives (Outline and material adapted from the book Existentialism: The Philosophy of Despair and the Quest for Hope, from chapter 3, The De

HoHum: A. What would happen if a “miracle” had occurred where the hand that had written the Word had sponged out of our Bibles every syllable they contained, and thus reclaimed the most precious gift that Heaven had bestowed to mankind. Without the Word we would lapse into despair. ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Bridge To The Future" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 5, 2012

A sermon about meaning found in God's love, God's future.

1 Corinthians 13:1-13 “What Gives Life Meaning?: The Bridge to the Future” Last year an article in USA Today analyzed a surge in a group of Americans whom they termed the “spiritually apathetic.” They aren’t atheists. Instead, according to the article, “They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist