Sermons on Hope In Crisis:

The Making Of Mara (Bitterness) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jan 25, 2011

God’s wondrous workings may take us through a deep struggle with sovereignty.

Scripture Introduction One old commentator wrote about our text: “Names are given to men and women, not only to distinguish them from each other, but also,—1. To stir them up to verify the meanings… of their names. Wherefore let every Obadiah strive to be a “servant of God,” every Nathaniel to be ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Staying Real In A World Of Illusions

Contributed by David Dunn on Aug 12, 2025

How faith keeps us grounded when technology blurs the truth.

Introduction I want to start with something simple. Life today feels like one giant dating app. Swipe left. Swipe right. Reject this. Keep that. But it’s not just dating apps. For many of us, life feels like an endless Zoom meeting — faces in little boxes, muted microphones, “connection” that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 17:3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Uncommon Power That God Provides. 1st Peter 2:11-12

Contributed by David Cramer on May 12, 2025

A message about the power that God provides in our lives as we go through daily living.

Good Morning. Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to receive the incorruptible, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Setting Of Jeremiahs Sorrow

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Mar 3, 2025

Jeremiah made prophecies during a period when Judah was threatened by invasion and moral decline; as a Jeremiah made prophecies during a period when Judah was threatened by invasion and moral decline; as a prophet he carried the weight of his people's wrongdoing and hardships.

I "Lets take a moment to read Jeremiah 12 verses 󠇁to 󠈜 together." "Lord Almighty When I come to You with my concerns Can we discuss Your ways? Why do the wicked seem to thrive? How can those who deceive be content? They flourish like planted trees, Growing and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Leaving A Legacy "Living Today For What Outlives You”

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 3, 2026

To call believers to live intentionally today so that their faith in Christ is faithfully passed on to the next generation.

Legacy is happening whether you like it or not. Church, legacy is not something you decide later. Legacy is already happening. Every day you wake up, your life is preaching a sermon. Not with words—but with patterns. Psalm 145:4 says, “One generation shall commend Your works to another; they shall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:4

Denomination: Other

Revival: Stronger Than Ever - The Plague Was Cut Short Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction discusses the beginning of recovery from a difficult period, drawing parallels between the current situation and the biblical book of Ezra.

Today we are starting an adventure in recovering. Open a Bible to the book of Ezra and put a bookmark in it. - I know. Ezra is not a place you turn to very often. So you may need to use your table of contents. Take a minute to get there, because the book we are going to begin studying today is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:9-28

Topics: Revival, Recovery, Hope

Sermon Series: Revival: Stronger Than Ever

Faith In Action: Isaac's Hundredfold Harvest Series

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 31, 2024

This sermon delves into the story of Isaac in Genesis 26 exploring the profound insights into how we can exercise faith, obedience, and trust in God, even when our circumstances seem dire.

Introduction: In times of difficulty and uncertainty, it is easy to lose hope and retreat from action. But the story of Isaac in Genesis 26 teaches us a powerful lesson about faith in the face of adversity. Isaac’s decision to plant during a drought—when the conditions were unfavorable—resulted ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Bad Things Happen? Is God Really In Control? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 13, 2020

The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life. We need to build our lives on the right foundation so that when crisis and trials come we stand strong in Him and not fall.

Video from BluefishTv: “Faith Tested” When Bad Things Happen? Is God really in control? Opening thought: My sermon today is in response to a questions that was asked me a while back. Thesis: The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time To Stop Fighting And Start Living

Contributed by Richard Oliver on Jan 17, 2002

Emphasises that when we surrender to God He will help us overcome our enemies, even when we are the enemy.

It’s Time To Stop Fighting and Start Living Genesis 35:1-5 1And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar unto God, that appeared unto thee when thou fleddest from the face of Esau thy brother. 2Then Jacob said unto his household, and to all that were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-5

Denomination: Congregational

Our Mighty Fortress

Contributed by John White on Oct 18, 2006

The security and safety of being firmly grounded on our Solid Rock, Jesus Christ.

OUR MIGHTY FORTRESS Psalm 46:1-11 "God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; [Though] the waters thereof roar [and] be troubled, [though] the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon: A Change In Expectation-God’s Promise Of A Turnaround

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 15, 2025

Haggai’s prophecies gave clear direction from God to move the people from stagnation to renewal; a change in perspective from negative gloominess to glorious expectation and now, God promises a Turnaround.

Sermon: A Change in expectation-God’s Promise of a Turnaround Scripture Lesson: Haggai 2:18-23 “Think about this eighteenth day of December, the day when the foundation of the Lord’s Temple was laid. Think carefully. I am giving you a promise now while the seed is still in the barn. You have not ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:18-23, Zechariah 4:6-10, Psalm 30:11

Denomination: Methodist

Who's Really In Charge

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 3, 2026

To remind believers that while we honor earthly leaders, our ultimate hope, allegiance, and trust belong to God alone, who reigns sovereign over every nation, season, and authority.

Tomorrow is Presidents Day. A day when we pause to remember men who have sat in the most powerful office in our nation—men whose decisions moved markets, shaped wars, signed laws, and stirred strong emotions on both sides of the aisle. Some people loved them. Some people hated them. All of them ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:1

Denomination: Other

Who Am I?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 9, 2017

I. Moses' Identity Crisis - Who Am I? II. God's Identity Revelation - I AM III. God's Everlasting Promise - "I will be with you"

Exodus 3:1-15 Title: Who Am I? I. Moses' Identity Crisis - Who Am I? II. God's Identity Revelation - I AM III. God's Everlasting Promise - "I will be with you" INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father and from His Son Jesus Christ who came to take away the sin of the world. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

In The Light Of The Lord

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 31, 2001

Darkness can hide a lot of things, but it cannot remove the one thing we need to have taken away...a guilty conscience.

1The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. 2And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the LORD’S house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. 3And many people ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Hallelujah

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on May 9, 2001

Psalm 30 is a Psalm of praise in the form of a song that was used at a dedication service in the Temple. When in the pits of life, don’t use God like you would use a spare tire in the trunk of your car.

Sermon.972 “Hallelujah” From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, April 29, 2001 Psalm 30 I’m reminded of a wonderful story of a Southern Baptist church who tried and tried to get a man to attend their church, but he just would not attend. A deacon of the church went to visit this man and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist