Sermons on Have Hope:

Resting Is Hard Work PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the concept of spiritual rest in God, its relevance in our lives, and our responsibility to embrace and live in this rest.

Good morning, cherished family of God. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to pause, to breathe, to be still and know that He is God. In the hustle and bustle of life, it's so easy to lose sight of the peace and rest that our Father so generously offers us. We are often caught up ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:6

Topics: Rest, Self-Care

Beware Of Wolves PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

Explores the importance of discerning spiritual wolves in sheep's clothing and resisting the allure of power not rooted in God's will.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of the Lord, surrounded by the fellowship of believers? We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a word that is as timely as it is timeless. In the words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Matthew 10:16, Acts 20:29

Topics: Wolves, House

Answering God's Call

Contributed by Mark Johns on Jun 15, 2002

True obedience often involves more than what we avoid doing. It also involves our positive response to God’s call to service.

Answering God’s Call Jonah 1-4 Introduction When the name “Jonah” is mentioned, most people immediately think of a man being swallowed by a great fish. Yet this remarkable event is really only a minor part of a much more important story. The book of Jonah is really the story of a missionary—a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Warning Against Angel Worship Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Feb 1, 2003

This is the second message in a series on the book of Hebrews. It presents the case proving Jesus is to be the object of our worship and devotion, not angels.

TEXT: Hebrews 1:4-14 ETS: Jesus is superior to the angels. ESS: Believers are to worship Jesus, not angels. OSS: Believers will gain a new understanding about the roles of Jesus and Angels. PQ: How is Jesus superior to the angels? UW: Facts TOPIC: “A Warning Against Worshipping Angels” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Doer Or Hearer? Series

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Feb 17, 2003

# 7 in series Deceiving ourselves? Do we really deceive ourselves? When we hear the word of God, and don’t do what it says we are deceiving ourselves.

Doer or Hearer? James 1:22-25 Lesson 7 Here we see that James is talking about being a hearer and a doer of the Word, he is using this as a springboard to going in to faith and works and reconciling the two. Verse 22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 23 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, Matthew 13:19

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say He Is?

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 3, 2003

I share just a few thoughts of who Jesus is. Our text describes Him as King, Lord, and Prophet. He is that and more.

Our text,in verse ten asks the question, "Who Is this?" Verse eleven answers the questions this way, "This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee. Matthew 16, Jesus asked the disciples "Who say ye that I am?" the disciples answered saying, "Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some Elias; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10, Matthew 16:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Needs And Wants"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002

Before it was even caled the "church" the church has been finding ways to meet the needs of people. But what about our wants?

"NEEDS AND WANTS" Acts 2: 42-47 I) Intro A) An "I need" illustration from kids childhood (Kids says, "I need" and the parent says, "you need? Or you want?") II) Text: RECAP: 3000 accepted Christ. Church jumped from 120 to 3000 in one day! A) Snapshot 1) Did not reject Jewish religion a) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

The Man Who Lost His Axe Head

Contributed by David Carter on Mar 22, 2002

Loosing the Power of God

THE MAN WHO LOST HIS AXE HEAD II KINGS 6: 1-7 V.5 - He Lost His Power For Service! --- Note he was working.... We think you have to quit church or get out of your position before you backslide and loose the blessings and power of God but some get cold on God and loose the power of God even ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing Impossibilities

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Apr 15, 2002

There comes a time in the life of every believer when he or she is faced with a seemingly impossible situation. How do we conduct ourselves during these times? Why does God allow them? Can we really prepare for them?

Introduction: There comes a time in the life of every believer when he or she is faced with a seemingly impossible situation. How do we conduct ourselves during these times? Why does God allow them? Can we really prepare for them? In this story we can learn a lot on how to respond when trouble ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Saved From What

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Mar 8, 2003

We preach about heaven which we are promised, but often do not speak about the judgement of God to those that are lost.

Saved From What? Proverbs 20:22 "Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee." Believers use the term ‘saved’ quite a bit. You might say we are: I. Saved from Sin. A. The penalty of sin. 1. Ro. 6:23, "For the wages of sin is death..." 2. "...But the gift ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:22

Denomination: Baptist

A Small Man Who Became Big

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 7, 2003

A sermon on the conversion of Zaccheus.

A Small Man Who Became Big Luke 19:1-10 Introduction Who was the shortest man in the Bible? One person said “Zaccheus” Someone else said Nehemiah - “Knee high miah” Another said no, it was Bildad the Shuhite – “shoe height” Still another said no, It was Peter because the Bible says that “Peter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Praise He Is Worthy Of

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002

What can we do to render to God a thanks, praise, or worship that will approach what He is truly worthy of?

AN UNCOMPARABLE PRAISE FOR A INCOMPREHENSIBLE GOD WHY TO PRAISE THE LORD: FOR SUSTAINING LIFE: Let everything that has breath, praise the Lord (Psalms 150) FOR INFINITE MERCY: O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. (Psalms 136:1) FOR ABIDING ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Confusion Of Christianity

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002

Exploration of the paradox of Christianity

Paradox -- a seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true Para -- beyond Dox -- (dokein -- to think, opinion) (doxa -- glory) There are many paradoxes within Christianity. Listen to how one contemporary Christian song summarized a few: The Rose of Sharon wore a crown of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:24-31

Denomination: Church Of God

The Meaning Of The New Birth Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Oct 18, 2002

This message deals with the meaning of the new birth as recorded in John chapter 3.

TEXT: John 3:1-21 ETS: Jesus instructs Nicodemus about the “New Birth”. ESS: The Term, “Born Again” is rich in meaning. OSS: Those who have never been born again will choose to be. PQ: What does it mean to be “Born Again”? UW: Facts TITLE:# “The Meaning of the New Birth” Series: “BACK TO THE ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Coming And Israel Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 24

CHRIST’S COMING AND ISRAEL Matthew 24 v. 1 - 28 and Revelation 6 v. 1 - 17 Note :- The Disciples respect for the temple v. 1 - 4, v. 2 and the Lord’s reaction (it would be destroyed), v. 3 now the disciples request for :- 1. A Time v. 36 "but of that day and hour knoweth no man..., but my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-28

Denomination: Holiness