Sermons on Hope As Anchor:

Hope In Suffering

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Nov 22, 2018

Psalm 130 does not give us insight as to why we suffer, it gives us the reality that we will suffer, it is not a matter of if but when we suffer. It gives us insight into how we respond to suffering makes an incredible difference in how we live our lives.

We have pointed out in our ascent to grow closer to God we will face persecution and that will and does cause suffering, but that suffering is a direct result of the decision we have made to follow Christ. We have been warned that it will happen, and we are comforted in the fact that in the end the ...read more

Advent And Hope

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Nov 26, 2018

How the coming of the Christ Child brings hope to the World.

There are four stages to life: a) When one believes in Santa Claus. b) When one doesn’t believe in Santa Claus. c) When one plays Santa Claus and finally, d) When one looks like Santa Claus We chuckle but there is enough truth to this to temper our humour. Some day most of us are going to look ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Anglican

The Light Of Hope Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2018

Lights and Christmas go together like peas and carrots. This message series reflects on the four candles of the Advent wreath. We begin with the hope candle.

All the Pretty Lights: The Light of Hope Luke 2: 1 – 5 You just can’t do Christmas without lights! They’re my favorite Christmas tradition. There’s much I find about Christmas challenging—not the holiday itself, but all the surrounding ado. I’d just as soon we skip most of the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

The Season Of Hope! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 24, 2017

Our writer shares with us how His Hope in God leds Him to: 1. A Call for an Divine Intervention 2. A Call of Confession 3. A Call of Co-Mission with God

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9; Mark 13:24-37 Theme: Hope Title: The Season of Hope Our writer shares with us how His Hope in God leads Him to: 1. A Call for an Intervention 2. A Call of Confession 3. A Call of Co-Mission INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Nazarene

Hope For The Ungodly Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 15, 2024

In this exposition of Romans 4:4-8, we see the logic of grace and David's testimony affirming justification by faith. This way of salvation is something the angels desire to look into and something that will bring everlasting glory to God.

Intro Follow with me as we read Romans 4:1-3: “What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh, discovered in this matter? 2 If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about—but not before God. 3 What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Psalm 32:1-2, Genesis 15:6, Romans 3:24, 1 Peter 1:12, James 2:17-26, 1 John 2:2, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

A Living Hope

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 15, 2024

Peter reminds us that we are not home! It is easy to forget who we are in Jesus and where we are going because of Jesus. This passage serves as a reminder of Who’s we are and where we are going.

1 Peter 1:3-7 “A Living Hope” September 15, 2024 In the first verse of this chapter, Peter addresses his letter to “the strangers scattered”. He is writing to Jewish believers who have been forced to leave their homeland and have found themselves dispersed into other parts of the world. Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Living Hope

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

Our hope is not just something that we are waiting for in the future after we DIE! No, it is a LIVING HOPE that we have been reborn into NOW!

Where Angels Long to Look A study through Peter June 11th 2023 I’ve been praying and reading for a while about where to journey next in the scriptures as we continue on our mission to know Christ and make Christ known. All of this (the bible) is good, and ‘All Scripture is breathed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Reason For Hope Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

If someone were to ask you, 'Where do you find hope in life?' what would your answer be?

A Reason for Hope A study through Peter July 23rd 2023 If someone were to ask you, 'Where do you find hope in life?' what would your answer be? Is your hope for today and the future (because we cannot hope for the past) found in your investments (I hope my stocks are up!), the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Grieving With Hope

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 7, 2024

This brief homily was written for a non-church going woman who was a believer.

Homily for Elaine Beardsley Memorial Service - May 6, 2024 1 Thes 4:13 Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. 14 For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Of Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 14, 2024

The results of the election does not determine or hope.

God of Hope Romans 15:13 Good morning everyone, glad that you have joined us as we open God’s word to lead us. Please turn to Romans 15 We are living in a day and age of change- some change we like and some change we do not like. Some change we need to initiate and some change we need to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Forerunner Of Hope Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 27, 2024

Today we begin a journey through Luke’s Gospel.

Forerunner of Hope Luke 1:1-25 Introduction Many churches will begin today focused on a season of Advent or expectation of the coming Christ. The themes of Advent, often signified by the lighting of candles, are Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. We will use those themes this month as well. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope Again Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 13, 2024

Hope is more than mere wishful thinking. Hope is a vital necessity of life — a gift that God wants to give to you.

Dear brothers, and sisters in Christ once again I welcome every one of you in the sweet name of Jesus Christ who is the master and author of all preachers. Our heavenly father wants to show his love to the world. Therefore, he sends his one and only begotten Son Jesus Christ, our Savior, to ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Of Hope Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025

May the God of hope fill you with all Joy

Christmas 2024/God of Hope Romans 15:13/ 1 Peter 1:3-7 Good morning everyone, please turn to Romans chapter 15: This week we begin Advent season, a time that we prepare ourselves for Christmas and what Christmas is meant to be. A celebration for what Christ has done for us by coming to this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, 1 Peter 1:3-7

Denomination: Nazarene

The Hope That Transforms

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 8, 2023

The reality is advent is only distantly related to Christmas. It was celebrated long before Christmas in the church.

TITLE: THE HOPE THAT TRANSFORMS SCRIPTURE: ROMANS 8:24-25 All eyes in Christendom have turned upon celebrating Christmas. In fact, this is what many Christians make of Advent, if they have even heard of it or think of it at all. The reality is advent is only distantly related to Christmas. It was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 23, 2023

God's curse pronounced against the serpent gave hope to the fallen pair who had rebelled against their Creator. That hope is fulfilled in the salvation offered in Christ the Lord.

“The LORD God said to the serpent, ‘Because you have done this, cursed are you above all livestock and above all beasts of the field; on your belly you shall go, and dust you shall eat all the days of your life. I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist