Sermons on Hope And Renewal:

Change The Image

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 14, 2001

"For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it."

Change the Image "For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it." -- (Romans 8:24-25) According to Romans, hope is actually looking at something that you can’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 20, 2021

God expects: “Faith in action” that Believers Must Respond with: 1) Hope (1 Peter. 1:13), 2) Holiness (1 Peter 1:14-16), and 3) Honor (1 Peter 1:17).

1 Peter 1:13-17 Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14 As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, 15 but as he who called you is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-17

Denomination: Other

Embracing The Call To Sacrificial Living Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 20, 2024

Finding Meaning in Times of Trial.

Embracing the Call to Sacrificial Living Scripture: John 12:20-33 Introduction: Finding Meaning in Times of Trial. Reflection In the tumultuous landscape of today's world, where uncertainty looms large and adversity seems to be an ever-present companion, the timeless wisdom encapsulated ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Other

God Does Not Cheat: Christmas 2020 Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 25, 2020

Even in these troubled days, as in every century of the Church’s existence, we are renewed in the Holy Spirit given by Jesus.

Christmas 2020: God Does Not Cheat Every Christmas, especially in troubled times, we are naturally tempted to see images of the little Christ Child in the manger, surrounded by His mother and father and shepherds and lambs and calves and we try to imagine ourselves in our own infancy, hopefully ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14, Philippians 2:6, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

We Are Astraddle People

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 1, 2014

As astraddle people we live with one foot planted in this life and the other in the next.

Title: We are Astraddle People Text: II Corinthians 4:5-7; 4:16-18; and 5:1-5 Thesis: As astraddle people we live with one foot planted in this life and the other in the next. Introduction: I like the word “astraddle.” I like the word “astraddle.” It sounds kind of cool ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Love That Will Not Let Us Go"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 19, 2012

A sermon about hope.

Revelation 1:4b-8 "The Love that will Not Let Us Go" One of the questions which has plagued humankind from the beginning and remains a burden on the back of those who see little meaning to this life is: "Where did we come from, where are we going and why?" There can be no doubt that we live in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Sermon: The Challenge Of Real Revival

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 12, 2025

The Psalmist does not blame God for their condition. He knows unrepentant sin and wayward living is the culprit. He also knows the tendency of the people to sin. He desires a revival that is powerful enough put away sin from among the people and that will rebuke and restrain their enemy.

Sermon: THE CHALLENGE OF REAL REVIVAL Scripture: Scripture: Psalms 85:1-7 “LORD, thou hast been favorable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-7, Luke 6:46, John 1:14-17, Luke 4:18

Denomination: Methodist

Mentally Ill Made Well

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 23, 2019

The fellow with a legion of demons reminds us to consider: what binds us? What isolates us? What has died within us? Looking to his example, we can 1) seek out Jesus, 2) spend time with Jesus, and 3) share with others what Jesus has done for us.

Luke 8:26-39 Mentally Ill Made Well Many years ago, my wife and I were at a church where the “Power Team” came to perform. They broke stacks of blocks and bricks. They even tore apart chains. And in the midst of all the entertainment, they talked about their personal faith in Christ. While human ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39, Jeremiah 29:13, John 5:6, John 9:25, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Spring: God Is On The Move Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 5, 2022

Spring is the perfect time to rejoice that winter, the dark night of the soul, has ended and new opportunities to serve the Lord are born. In spring one plows, plants and cleans the inside of the cup for His honor and glory!

Spiritual Rhythm Spring: A Fresh Encounter with God Isaiah 35 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Praise be to God; winter does not last forever! In the depths of sorrow and pain that threatens to crush any remembrance of pleasurable times, one finds that the Man of all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Comforts You In The Midst Of Hurting

Contributed by David Cook on Dec 5, 2010

God is able to comfort you in the midst of hurting.

After an especially hard and hurtful day at the office, a worn out, discouraged business man wrote his letter of resignation. He wrote, “I am hereby officially tendering my resignation as an adult. I have decided I would like to accept the responsibilities of an 8 year old again. I want to go to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Bless The Lord - God's Benefit Package - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

A beautiful Psalm of Promise and Hope

Forget not all His Benefits Psalms 103 Part 2 of a Series As I mentioned last week, we are spending a little time in Psalms 103. Not only is it one of the most encouraging books of the Bible, its truths will completely transform your life into a more blessed life than you could ever imagine. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Lampstand And The Branches

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 10, 2015

To show that we renew our strength in the LORD because we are made with the same material: gold like the candlestick

I. EXORDIUM: Do you renew your strength? Yes. Isaiah 40:31 Isaiah 40:31 (Amplified Bible) But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Weapon. Isaiah 54:17

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 17, 2022

This is a message for moving forward in the tough world we are living in and using what the Lord provides for us to get us through the hard times.

No Weapon Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Safe In The Arms Of God - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 29, 2008

Assurance from the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Safe in the Arms of God - Part 6 Titus 3:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 8, 2008 *I sent my first text message Friday. Did you know that text messaging is by far the most favorite way teens and 20’s like to communicate? Parents know. *I never felt the need to text ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Part 2 - To Listen To The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Feb 7, 2007

Part 2 of our Week of Renewal series looks at hearing from God and doing what He says.

4th Annual Week of Renewal 2007 “Being Doers of His Word” House of Faith www.PS127.org January 20: To listen to the Holy Spirit Pastor Bruce Shields Guest Speaker: WELCOME Format † Open with Prayer † Sermon † Prayer / Response Time † Guest Speaker † Prayer / Response Time TO LISTEN TO THE ...read more

Scripture: John 9:31

Denomination: Bible Church