Sermons on Hope In Tragedy:

Waiting On God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 14, 2010

Waiting on God is one of the most difficult things to do. Apparently the whole life secret lies in it. What does waiting on the Lord include? Let me put it in three brief exhortations. Keep near Him; keep still; expect.

Illustration: Themistocles, who led the Greeks in the famous naval battle of Salamis, for some reason unknown to his troops, delayed the engagement. It was expected that he would avail himself of the early morning hours; and when what seemed the golden opportunity had gone in inactivity, there were ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Habakkuk - God Of The Unexpected Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 15, 2013

Hope in God, even when He is not doing anything. Trust in God, even when you do not understand His way. Worship God by holding on to what you know about Him.

We hardly hear a sermon preached on Habakkuk, which has only 3 chapters, but we do have some popular verses from this book – • 2:4 “The righteous will live by his faith” (quoted a few times in NT), • 2:20 “The Lord is in His holy temple; let all the earth be ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Romans, Part 33 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 14, 2011

Paul charges the Jews in Rome to show them how much God cares about His creation; even to the point of repeatedly extending His hand of mercy to all that would hear the Gospel, including the obstinate and disobedient.

Romans, Part 33 Romans 10:16-21 Introduction - Each of us has some portion of the Gospel ministry; even today in 2011 -- As Paul writes to the church in Rome, he’s telling them to get out and do it -- He is not sugar coating, but getting them to examine their calling MUCH deeper - We are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Majesty Of God

Contributed by David Tack on Oct 17, 2011

Those that wait upon the Lord.... The Majesty of God, He is able!

The Majesty of God Introduction - (SLIDE 1) So What’s The Big Idea: Many today have the wrong idea of just who God is. Today, we need the power of God in our lives: for salvation, and sanctification (victorious Christian living). Tozer notes, “God is not a railway porter who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Discouragement

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 13, 2012

When we are discouraged, we need to focus on God, not ourselves.

Dealing With Discouragement January 11, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we are discouraged, we need to focus on God, not ourselves. Focus Passage: I Kings 19:1-21 Introduction: Discouragement is dissatisfaction with the past, distaste for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Rainbow Elephant

Contributed by Kevin Hall on Jun 25, 2012

Homosexuality, Sin, Parenting, Families, Culture, truth

June 24, 2012 “The Rainbow Elephant” Session IV Rom 1:21-27 This morning I want to continue preaching on the ”The Elephants in the Church”. We know the terminology that there “Is an Elephant in the Room”, meaning that there is something we all know exists, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21-27

Denomination: Methodist

“his Presence—our Only Hope” Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 13, 2015

I remember spending countless weekends at my grandparents house nearly every weekend when I was growing up.

Manifest Presence Series “His Presence—Our Only Hope” Part 1 (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) January 11, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A I remember spending countless weekends at my grandparents house nearly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Back's Against The Wall

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 31, 2017

This message talks about how we should respond when our backs are against the wall. I shared a very personal (and painful) experience as the backdrop for the message.

When Your Back’s Against The Wall Scripture: II Chronicles 20 Let me say this before I say anything else this morning: “I do not always get it right!” This morning I want to share a personal, behind the scenes look at what can happen internally when your back is against the wall. I know some of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Under Construction Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2017

We are all on a spiritual journey in which God is building us up. How do we respond to his work in our lives?

1. We are on a spiritual journey with God a. Each is at a different place: • Some are all in and have a strong relationship with Jesus • Some are just beginning the journey • Some are unsure and considering to start the journey • Some never intend to start the journey with Jesus b. God is working ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lesson Of A Fishing Pole?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 25, 2014

FISHING HAS MANY LESSON, EVEN GREATER THAN PAYING YOUR TAXES? How about: Patience, hope, timing, being in the right place, having the right bait... Listen a carpenter has some tips on fishing.

THE LESSON OF THE FISHING POLE? WHY HOPE? LIVELY HOPE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a fishing pole, etc with me. I WOULD RATHER FAIL IN A CAUSE THAT WILL ULTIMATELY SUCCEED, THAN TO SUCCEED IN A CAUSE THAT WILL ULTIMATELY FAIL... That is why we invest in the cross. CAT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why God Allows Suffering, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Feb 21, 2014

From the day we are born, life is filled with troubles. How could a God of love allow tragedy, pain, and suffering?

I heard a story of a man who was on his deathbed. He was slipping in and out of a coma for several months, yet his wife faithfully stayed by his bedside every single day. One day, when he came to, he motioned for her to come nearer. As she sat by him, he whispered, eyes full of tears, “You ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Self Encouragement

Contributed by Suzan Aturo Mugabi on Oct 28, 2020

In life everybody faces discouragement but the levels of management differ. Others are quick to overcome it while others take a while and some succumb to it and give up.

This season of COVID -19 has caused a lot of stress in all aspects of life. Many people’s emotional status is messed up. So much fear, hopelessness and discouragement are looming around. So this sermon is meant to encourage believers that no matter how terrible your situation, hope will arise, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6, Psalm 27:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Mar 22, 2012

One of the greatest tragedies in life, is people walking in darkness when they could walk in the light. This message points to Jesus the Light of the World!

It Can Get Personal Message two of five I Am the Light of the World March 11, 2012 Michael Wiley Introduction: We’re in our second message in our series, “It can get personal.” We are talking about the “I am” sayings of Jesus. I’ve got a lot to say today, so ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encourage Yourself In The Lord

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Jan 9, 2001

In moments of distress you can encourage yourself in the Lord.

Encourage Yourself In The Lord 1 Samuel 30:6-8 6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God. 7 And David said to Abiathar ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:6-8, Psalm 27:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Worry

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on May 28, 2008

This sermon highlights a person who had been graced by God to mourn without bitterness, to sorrow without anger, to trust without resentment, and to rest in the peace of Christ which surpasses every man’s understanding.

Lectionary 8 Matthew 6:24-34 Money! One thing that I have learned as a Pastor is that people worry about money. Even when I meet with couples that are planning to get married money is a number one concern. Worrying about money is said to be one of the biggest concerns in our society today. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Lutheran