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Humilty & Hope Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

Humility helps when we're fallible human beings. Peter knew this form bitter experience.

By Rev Bill Stewart I hope all of us can think of times when someone has done something to encourage and support us when we were doing it tough. Perhaps it was a phone call? or an invite out for coffee and a chat? or perhaps it was a letter? or an email? or even just a text message? I don't think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

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

The Hope Of Christmas

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus is the reason for the season...and the reason He came was to give us eternal life.

THE HOPE OF CHRISTMAS LUKE 2:7; 21:27 Danish Philosopher Soren Kierkegaard tells the following story: Once there was a king who was very rich. His power was known throughout the world. But he was not happy because he wanted a wife. Without a queen, his vast palace was empty. One day, while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

A Blessed Hope

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 25, 2011

Hope is one of the missing elements in Christianity today. Without hope we have no empowerment to move into the future

A Blessed Hope Hebrews 6:13-20 September Morning Service Missionary and story of Don’t Despair Hope brings power to people. Hope comforts people in times of pain and uplifts them in times praise. Defining hope How we define hope often shapes how we perceive hope. Hope is defined as the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Living Hope Series

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Aug 17, 2010

Finding God's hope in places you wouldn't expect.

LIVING HOPE 1 Peter 1 My son asked, “If Sea World really loves animals, then why do they keep them captive?” What a deep question. Maybe you can relate. If someone loves you, then why are you still held captive? If people in your world love you when why do they keep you captive? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Assurance Of Hope Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

As long as we remain faithful, we have the assurance of hope until we receive that inheritance reserved in heaven for us!

Assurance of Hope Blessed Assurance part 3 11/08/09 AM Text: 1 Peter 1:3-5 INTRODUCTION In this series we began by looking at the blessed assurance we have from God the Father: 1 John 5:11 ( NASB ) And the testimony is this, that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. Today we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lost Hope

Contributed by C M Mackinnon on Sep 14, 2010

Hope is vital to an abundant life, but there are three reasons we are losing our hope, and shattering the foundation of our lives.

On Wednesday nights we’ve started the DVD study by John Ortberg entitled, The Me I Want To Be. In that study he relates a medical term, a three-letter acronym: F.T.T. It gets entered into the chart of an infant who, often for unknown reasons, is unable to gain weight or grow. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hope Choice Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 16, 2010

I believe that God exists, that I matter to him, and that gives me hope... hope that the God of all comfort and hope can help be become a more Christ like person.

Title: The Hope Choice Text: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 Thesis: I believe that God exists, that I matter to Him, and that gives me hope… hope that I can become a better person. Lenten Series: Life’s Healing Choices (Saddleback Resources) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope Of A Tree

Contributed by Ken Crow on Mar 13, 2010

When all seems over God is just begining.

The Hope of a Tree Job 14:7-9 (King James Version) pastor Ken Crow 7For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. 8Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:7-9

Denomination: Church Of God

New Hope

Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Mar 22, 2010

This message was delivered at the kick-off of New Hope Christian Church but the principles apply to the starting of any new church work.

“New Hope” Six reasons why to start this congregation “Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread together in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Need Hope?

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 11, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 10 regarding hope and strength for trials and temptations.

Text: 1 Cor 10:13, Title: Need Hope? Date/Place: NRBC, 7/10/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Bill Hybels tells about an interesting experience after a baptism service in their church. He writes: “I bumped into a woman in the stairwell who was crying. I thought this was a little odd, since the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For The Hopeless

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 16, 2011

Definition Of HOPE = H-aving O-nly P-ositive E-xpectation.

Hope For The Hopeless! July 17, 2011 Psalm 43:5 A few years ago a group of salesmen went to a regional sales convention in Chicago. They had assured their wives that they would be home in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Shape Of Hope Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 9, 2011

The shape of hope is not wishful or positive thinking, but rather action

Romans 8:12-25 “The Shape of Hope” INTRODUCTION Some of the greatest Christian hymns are songs of hope: “My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less,” “Rock of Ages,” “Oh God, Our Help in Ages Past,” and many more. Christians are a people of hope. But, we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Dare To Hope

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Oct 22, 2010

There are no hopeless situations. Jesus asks us to trust and to keep praying. If we don't give up, miracles can happen in our lives.

Last week I went to visit an elderly nun in her retirement residence. She was very happy to meet me and we spent some time chatting. While looking around in her room, I noticed a small table in a corner of the room and three small statues facing the corner. One looked like the statue of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

A Living Hope Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 8, 2010

This is an introductory sermon to a series on First Peter. In this sermon, we get reacquainted with the man who wrote it, the people to whom he sent it, and the particular situation that prompted him to write it.

Introduction: A. Maybe you’ve heard the statement: “Where there’s life, there’s hope!” 1. Like most sayings, it has an element of truth, but no guarantee of certainty. 2. It is not the fact of life and determines hope, rather it is the faith of life that determines ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ