Sermons on Hope From Despair:

From Worship To Wavering

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 5, 2023

A sermon for Holy Trinity Sunday, Year A

June 4, 2023 – Holy Trinity Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 28:16-20 From Worship to Wavering Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “When they saw Jesus, they worshiped him; but some doubted.” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Lessons From Lamentations Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jul 21, 2008

Through calamities and suffering we can learn about God’s judgement, about our own sin, and about God’s renewing power.

Lessons from Lamentations Lamentations 3:1-3; 19-24; 40-42 For the past couple of weeks, we have been inundated with reports of the floods in the Midwest. The reports about Iowa are of special interest to Sue & me, since we come from there, so we perked up our ears when we heard names of ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:1-42

Denomination: Brethren

From Dreadlock To Wedlock Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 8, 2009

Marriage is suppose to be a great, blissful, time between husband and wife, yet all to often we allow for our wedlock to look more like a dreadlock. So what does God have to say about this.

Keeping the Home Fire Burning Series FROM DREADLOCK TO WEDLOCK Eph. 5:22-33 Intro A marriage, especially a Christian one is supposed to be a thing of intense beauty, love and joy. However, too often, this is just not the case. Sadly, many marriages even those where both partners are believers are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Haggai

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 28, 2011

From the Prophet Haggai and the Nation of Judah we learn some solemn lessons for time and eternity.

TEXT: HAGGAI TITLE: LESSONS FROM HAGGAI #1. UNFAITHFULNESS TO THE LORD HAS SEVERE CONSEQUENCES: [1:2; 2:2] A. Rebuild [1:2] B. Residue [2:2] These two words show us the severe consequences Judah had suffered for their unfaithfulness to the Lord. The Babylonians had destroyed their Temple and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Liberation From Loneliness Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 13, 2002

This six part sermon series on overcoming crippling sins is based on David Jeremiah’s Slaying The Giants In Your Life.

Slaying the Giants In Your Life Series "Liberation From Loneliness" 2 of 6 May 5, 2002 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A A recent Gallop poll said 4 out of 10 Americans admit to frequent feelings of intense loneliness. *The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:4-11, Psalm 102:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

From No Account To Significance

Contributed by Wes Richard on Aug 1, 2006

Goliath-sized giants sometimes challenge small congregations, but God can work through us even though we are small.

T he Old Testament records the confrontation between David and Goliath. The giant, over nine feet tall, stood as a formidable enemy. But, in the end, with God’s strength, David prevailed. You may be up against giants in your own personal life such as addictions, economic realities, or doubts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Brethren

Lessons From The Shepherds

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 27, 2007

The Story and Application of the Birth of Jesus with the Shepherds as models of application

Lessons From The Shepherds Luke 2:1-20 * It was during the time when the Roman Empire had stretched her tentacles as far as possible to even absorb the country of Judah when Caesar Augustus decided to take a “census” of the people under his control. He wanted them counted, registered, and by the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

From Tragedy To Triumph

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Even so, when tragedy strikes and your emotions are strongly felt, you especially need direction from the Lord. You need to know what to do in such a dark hour. You need direction.

Opening illustration: It was 1818 in France, and Louis, a boy of 9, was sitting in his father's workshop. The father was a harness-maker and the boy loved to watch his father work the leather. "Someday Father," said Louis, "I want to be a harness-maker, just like you." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not Far From The Kingdom

Contributed by Windell Gann on Oct 20, 2000

Accepting the basic truth of God's word brings one "Near the Kingdom."

“Not Far From the Kingdom” Mark 12:28-34 (Matthew 22:34-40) Invitation song: “Almost Persuaded” I Introduction: 1. Scripture Reading (NASV; NKJV; NCV ) a) This scribe had witnessed a clash between Jesus and the Sadducees and had decided that Jesus was a wise teacher. He wanted, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Fear To Confidence

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon shows how we can overcome our fears by realizing that we don’t need to fear man because the Lord is with us.

INTRO : We live in fearful times. We face the threat of anthrax, small pox, biochemical warfare, terrorism. (Magazine, T.V., newspaper) Americans are afraid for good reason : Qur’an on Jihad (Holy war) : 9:5 Then when the Sacred Months ...have passed, then kill the Mushrikûn (Pagans) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From Emmaus Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 14, 2001

Lessons we can incorporate into our lives from what Jesus taught the men on the road to Emmaus when they were confused and dismayed.

THERE ARE TIMES IN OUR SPIRITUAL LIVES WHEN THERE WILL BE CONFUSION, AND THE WAY OUT OF IT IS NOT SIMPLY TO SAY THAT WE SHOULD NOT BE CONFUSED. IT IS NOT A MATTER OF RIGHT AND WRONG, BUT A MATTER OF GOD TAKING US THROUGH A WAY THAT WE TEMPORARILY DO NOT UNDERSTAND. JUST BECAUSE WE DON’T ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

Lessons From The Cross Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 9, 2003

Justification--how Christ’s work on the cross has put us in right standing with God. It is by faith and not by works.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 13, 2003 Lessons from the Cross Romans 5:1-8 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: The other morning I was going to make some Grandes Orange Cinnamon rolls. The cans are supposed to be easy to open. You just peal the label off and insert a spoon and the can pops ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Is There A Word From The Lord? Series

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 17, 2023

Does the Bible really have the answer to everything we are facing today?

Zedekiah was the last king of Judah. These were dark days for God’s people. The Northern Kingdom of Israel had already gone into captivity, and Judah was on the precipice of the same fate. King Nebuchadnezzar had made Zedekiah king of Judah in the place of Coniah, Zedekiah’s uncle, who had only ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 37:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Shepherd

Contributed by Bishop Farris Long on Apr 17, 2025

This sermon was written for a pastor's 13 year anniversary celebration at their church. But can also be used for a church anniversary celebration or can even be revised to be a general Sunday sermon.

Psalm 23, our text for today, is incredibly famous – maybe one of the best-known Bible passages besides John 3:16. It's written in a way that feels poetic and musical. But more importantly, it's a source of great comfort. People often read Psalm 23 when they feel desperate, depressed, or ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Water To Wine

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Jan 17, 2001

This first of Jesus’ miracles provides important principles for abundant life.

Introduction: Standing at the beginning of a new year, we hold many hopes and dreams, and even apprehensions. 2001 looms ahead of us with all kinds of surprises. We each bring various things with us into this uncharted journey. Like it or not, being human, we bring certain baggage from last ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal