Sermons on Hope From Despair:

Utterances From The Cross

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 2, 2015

We find forgiveness, hope, and life in The last three utterances from Jesus while he was on the Cross from the gospel of Luke.

Utterances from the Cross Introduction: If ever there was a holiday to celebrate; it is Easter. What other holiday celebrates an event that promises everlasting life? I love Easter! I look forward to it, especially when the long cold days of winter have me trapped inside the house, cabin fever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Birth Of Hope Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

this Christmas may this message help us know that Jesus brought Hope into this sin filled world and encourage us to find Hope in Him.

CHRISTMAS FROM THE FOUR GOSPELS The Birth Of Hope Luke 2:1-18 INTRODUCTION: A. Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; That at that time ye were without Christ, being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Hope

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 10, 2005

A sermon on the 2nd Lesson Faith and Hope

22nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 24 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 "Faith and Hope" "Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. We give thanks to God always for you all, constantly mentioning you in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

A Hope-Filled Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 15, 2011

In this sermon based on a chapter from Max Lucado's book Just Like Jesus, we learn how to have a hope-filled heart like Jesus.

Introduction: A. Peter Robinson, former speech writer for Ronald Reagan, wrote a book titled How Ronald Reagan Changed My Life. 1. Robinson relates a lunch meeting he held with Edwin Meese, who had served in many official capacities within the Reagan administration, including Attorney ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is Hope For Your Future Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 15, 2022

In Jesus' flight to Egypt and return from Egypt we see several powerful truths that let us know that there is indeed hope for our future.

There Is Hope For Your Future Matthew 2:13-23 Good morning MGCC! HEY – as we begin I want to share some good news with you, in fact, it is great news. Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Proclamation Of Hope

Contributed by John Harper on Jan 2, 2009

Hope is a strange thing. It will give you confidence in the bleakest of times. But hope is not any good unless you have your hope in someone that will not let you down. There are a lot of things that we hope for, and a lot of things that we wish for. The

“The Proclamation of Hope” Hebrews 10:19-25 November 30, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God Introduction: Hope is a strange thing. It will give you confidence in the bleakest of times. But hope is not any good unless you have your hope in someone that will not let you down. There ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope Eternal

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 4, 2007

Instilling and reviving hope through the eternal Christ.

HOPE REALIZED & ETERNAL INTRODUCTION: Illustration: Hiking. Going with youth to hike and camp at Delaware Water Gap. Contents and feeling of the backpack. Been a long time, back injury, out of shape. Some carrying more than others. Backpack a burden, a source of weariness, fatigue, doubt ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons In The New Year From Lepers - Part 1 Series

Contributed by William Wyne on Mar 7, 2012

Learning from the trials and testings of others to be strong and courageous.

The story of the Four Lepers is a story that we as believers personally might learn from, but we as a church should allow this story to teach us congregationally as well as we move in this New Year. It’s one of my favorite Old Testament stories that I have on other occasions used as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

3 Truths From 2 Kings 6 & 7

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

3 Truths from 2 Kings 6 and 7

3 Truths from 2 Kings 6 & 7 Chapter 6 – Israel is besieged. The Syrians have them surrounded. No way out. Nowhere to go. • As they seek Wisdom from Elisha, he declares: • 2 Kings 6:16 Do not fear, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” #1. He that is with us – is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do I Keep From Getting Down? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Larry King was famous for interviewing the biggest celebrities just a few decades ago. But King was interviewed on a New York City radio program was asked, “Larry, if you could meet God and ask Him one question, what would it be?” Larry King, who was a Jew, said, “Do you have a son?”

Today, I want to speak to you about “How Do I Keep from Getting Down.” We are moving verse by verse and sentence by sentence through the New Testament letter of Colossians together. Here are some key background facts to better understand Colossians. You can move through the four chapters of this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Risen Hope

Contributed by Steve Cleary on Nov 14, 2009

Some brief reflections for an Easter communion.

THE RISEN HOPE (1 Peter 1:3) Introduction Is there any hope ? Christian Aid poster - do you believe in life before death ? A constant refrain goes up throughout the ages is there hope ? On a human level, there seems to be little war, famine. Wrong seems to win the hearts and minds of people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Give Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009

Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Other

When Grief Meets Hope

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 23, 2022

Jesus brings more than salvation from sin. He brings salvation from grief as He gives hope.

We know that the ancient pagan civilizations had many gods. The pagans worshiped the gods of earth, wind, fire, rain, fertility, war, the sea, and so on. They never worshiped a god called the “god of hope.” Hope was a disappointing mirage in that ancient world, long before our Lord was born in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope For The Hopeless

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 9, 2012

The Shortest distance between two people to solve a problem is through the mercy seat

Hopeless Situations Sat. 8/12/12 - Youcef Nadarkhani ( Nadar-Khani) , pastor in a network of house churches in Iran, was arrested on Oct. 13, 2009, after protesting the government's decision to force all children, including his own Christian children, to read the Quran. - He was sentenced to death ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Chrisian Hope Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Nov 9, 2004

our Christian hope is grounded in the faithfulness of God to his promises

The Christian Hope The Invitation to Hope ¡V Matthew 221-14 Illustration: Wedding Invitation. Wedding invitations are quite simple. You are invited to either attend or to send your apologies for non-attendance. However let me read you another wedding invitation ¡V Read Matthew 221-14. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican