Sermons on Hebreos 12:12:

Where Have All The Heroes Gone?

Contributed by Marc Jones on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction:  1.

Introduction:  1. Where have all the heroes gone? 2. I remember that as a child, I had many heroes. 3. Through books I remember reading of the great men of history - of pharaohs and kings, of inventors and pioneers, and of presidents like Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt and Lincoln. 4. On ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

What Are You Waiting On??

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Nov 27, 2000

WAITING ON THE LORD

ch12:1...we are compassed about....vs.3 we are to consider Him...vs.5-11 we are chastened to do right!!! 1. SOME ARE HOLDING ON. a. to former experiences....acts 12:12-24 (13) b. to fleshly endurances...st.john 8:32-39...phillip. 3:5-6 c. to fine examples...st.john 8:32-39...ten ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Figure

Contributed by James May on Jun 6, 2001

Father’s Day sermon for 2001.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:14-15, Hebrews 12:9-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let Us Throw Off Everything That Hinders Series

Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000

#1 in "Let Us" Series

#1 "LET US THROW OFF EVERYTHING THAT HINDERS" TEXT: Hebrews 12:1-13 INTRO: (Having just concluded a series on God’s promises to us, we are going to look at a series now calling us to respond to God’s love for us, it is the "LET US" series...each message comes from a passage that is a call to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Surrounded By A Cloud Of Witnesses

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 16, 2001

A sermon from Hebrews

Hebrews12:1-13, Hebrews 11:1,2 "Surrounded by a Great Cloud of Witnesses" The sermon this morning is based on a part our lesson from Hebrews, plus a few verses from chapter 11. I would like to share these verses with you: from chapter 11:"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13, Hebrews 11:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

Rx For Backsliding

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

The danger of backsliding is just as real today as ever. The Hebrew writer offers us encouragement and a perscription to overcome!

Rx for Backsliding Hebrews 12:12–17 INTRODUCTION The book of Hebrews is an encouraging word to Christians that contains strong warnings against falling from God’s grace. In the first part of Hebrews 12 the writer encourages them to put off everything from their life that would hinder them in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Receiving Constructive Criticism Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 20, 2003

The way in which we hear others’ criticism is a measure of our own spiritual maturity. Some criticism is intended only to hurt, and reveals the critics’ issues. But we need to hear the truth, and if we see the suffering of Christ, that puts into perspec

How would you feel about taking a psychological test today? Sort of a verbal Rorschach. Let me paint a word picture for you, and then we’ll see what comes to your mind. You are running a marathon race. You have practiced hard, and have now entered a 10K race. You have been told that it is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Whole Secret Of Strength

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 21, 2003

Ordination sermon, involving a play on the names of Samson in the Bible and Sampson, the ordinand, an entertainer, puppeteer, and beauty pageant winner. The whole secret of strength is in using the gifts God has given for ministry and not for one’s self.

The world didn’t give it, and the world can’t take it away. Isn’t that what we sing. I’m not so sure. What do you think? The world didn’t give it? I agree. That’s true. But the world can’t take it away? I am not at all sure. We are here today because Yolanda Sampson has heard the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-30, Hebrews 12:12

Denomination: Baptist

Standing In The Storm Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jan 5, 2004

God disciplines his Children and we must be prepared for times of hardship.

Hebrews 12:12-17 INTRODUCTION The book of Hebrews is an encouraging word to Christians that contains strong warnings against falling from God’s grace. In the first part of Hebrews 12 the writer encourages them to put off everything from their life that would hinder them in their Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Downward Trail Of Leadership

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 12, 2002

We look at an 11 step process where leadership can accidentally fall prey.

DOWNWARD TRAIL OF LEADERSHIP? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psalms 119:165 Great peace have they which love Thy law; AND NOTHING SHALL OFFEND THEM. Hebrews 12:12 Wherefore lift up the hands which HANG DOWN, and the feeble knees; 13. And make straight paths for your feet, lest ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15, Psalm 119:165

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reaping From God's Chastening

Contributed by Mark Johns on Jun 15, 2002

God’s relation to mankind and how he "corrects" His children.

Reaping from God’s Chastening Hebrews 12:4-13 Introduction It is hard to be loved by perfection. As a virtuoso pounces upon the keys of a piano determined to summon forth its most resonant sounds; as a sculptor furiously chips away at a large piece of marble intent on releasing the image of beauty ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-13, Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#9 Remove The Weight Bitterness Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002

We consider the 9th weight of BITTERNESS and how we must unload this weight to grow.

9 of a 12 part series. #9 REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... BITTERNESS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO RUN WITH ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pitfalls Along The Way

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 15, 2002

When one yields to the high calling of God we become very vulnerable to heartbreaks and distortions. To pastor is a demanding role, almost like a mother and child.

A HEART TO HEART TALK WITH PASTORS Hebrews 12:12-15 Key verse to keep in heart: Psalms 119:165; Great peace have they which love Thy law; AND NOTHING SHALL OFFEND THEM (meaning that NOTHING in the Word will ever be offensive to those that love the Word). Hebrews 12:12 Wherefore lift up the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Unconditional Love Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Murdock on Apr 28, 2003

Sermon shares the unconditional love of God for his people through the story of Hosea and his marriage to a prostitute named Gomer.

Michael A. Murdock Clearing The Path; Minor Adjustments That Clear the Pathway for Major Life Improvements #1 Based on a series from LifeSteps.org April 27, 2003 “The Unconditional Love of God” Hosea 14:4 Introduction During a revival a certain man came into the meeting and sat in the back row. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11, Hebrews 12:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reasons For Our Suffering

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 1, 2003

Suffering can teach us that we may have to realign our priorities, values and sense of what is essential vs. non-essentials

Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it." Unknown. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational