Sermons on Hope In Tragedy:

Titanic Warning?

Contributed by Casey Sabella on Apr 6, 2012

Four captains played significant roles in the tragedy which unfolded that fateful night. Each modeled a leadership style thatmspeaksmvolumesmto the church today.

Titanic Warning? On April 15th, we pause to reflect on an event which happened one hundred years ago...the sinking of the Titanic. This ship, and the stories that surround it have fascinated people throughout the world ever since that fateful night. Thousands of books have been written and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Helps For Your Test Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021

Some of the helps that God gives us to endure life's tests.

I want to start off this message today by reading the opening of Peter’s letter… 1 Peter 1:1-9 (ESV) Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Peace

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on May 23, 2025

Christians will always find themselves in continuous conflict with demonic powers that seek to steal, kill and destroy. Destroying our peace is paramount and while the world cannot restore our peace, our God can.

This morning I want to focus on just three verses of our gospel reading for today (John 14:23-29). Jesus was about to leave this world and that meant lots of trouble lay ahead for his disciples. He spoke these words to his disciples to comfort them and assure them that they would not have to fight ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, John 14:23-29

Denomination: Anglican

New Birth - A Passport To Heaven!

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on May 13, 2024

Never compromise for cheap Christianity that takes you close but not far enough to inherit eternal life. Many good people like Nicodemus are so caught up with religion that they lose sight of eternity.

A little girl had been attending Church for a while. One day, she asked her mother “Where did people come from?” Her mother answered “God made Adam and Eve and they had children and that is how all of us came.” A couple of days later she asked her father the same question. The father said “This is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Forgiving When Your World Falls Apart

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Sep 18, 2002

An important step to healing after tragedies like 9-11 is forgiveness. But how is it possible? (17th Sunday after Pentecost)

FORGIVING—WHEN YOUR WORLD FALLS APART (Matthew 18:21-35) (Review the Gospel lesson, Matthew 18:21-35. Peter asks, “How many times should I forgive?” Jesus gives a number, but his point is that we should ask another question: “How many times does God forgive me?” Put yourselves in the shoes of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

O Brother, Where Art Thou? Series

Contributed by William Yates on Sep 29, 2001

This sermon highlights the need to share our faith since many are searching for spiritual truth since the tragedy on September 11th.

Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few." --Matthew 9:37 You know I have a confession to make. I am somewhat of a Science Fiction nut. In fact, I am a die hard Trekkie. I even like to write Science Fiction. So I decided to write a little story that I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37

"Begin Dreaming Again"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 13, 2005

We can begin dreaming again in spite of tragedies in our life. It is possible to believe that God can restore our losses.

liff and Saltillo UM Churches September 18, 2005 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree “Begin Dreaming Again” Nehemiah 1:1-11 Introduction: Although the Jews completed the temple in 516 B. C., the city walls remained in a shambles for the next 70 years. These walls represented power and protection to the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Anchoring The Heart

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 22, 2014

Four Questions On Hope 1. What Is My Hope? 2. What Is the Value of My Hope? 3. What Is Foundation of the Christian's Hope? 4. Who Do Not Have Such Hope?

Kedging A kedge anchor is used when a ship is grounded - Sailors will row the kedge anchor as far as they can from the ship they wish to move. - They drop the kedge anchor into the sea. - Sailors on board begin to operate the winch and pull their way towards the anchor. - This is know as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Dwelling In The Land Of Desperation

Contributed by Donald Cantrell on Feb 21, 2014

Jairus was thrust into the land of desperation and every ounce of faith that he had was to be tested.

Title: “Dwelling in the Land of Desperation” Theme: “Jairus dwelled in desperation, but he didn’t die there” Text: “Luke 8: 41 – 56” I – Desperation and its Dreadful Appearance A) Its Appearance can be Random and Unexpected B) Its ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:41-56

Denomination: Baptist

Power Hungry

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 6, 2011

The power of God to live as Jesus’ followers is a blank check for good in a chaotic and dangerous world.

Bad things happen. Bad things happen to good people, and bad things happen to bad people. Bad things happen. Sometimes the cause is obvious: greed and hatred, poverty and ignorance, all cause suffering in greater or lesser degrees, and we can point to sin as the reason. But sometimes the deaths ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Certain Truths For Uncertain Times

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 24, 2009

In these times of uncertainty the Lord has given us some certain truths that we can cling to.

Certain Truths For Uncertain Times It is obvious to everyone that we live in uncertain times. It is scary to even watch the news these days. The winds of change and uncertainty are blowing everyday and it leaves all of us wondering in what direction our nation and world is headed. During these ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Stop Fighting

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Feb 21, 2009

For young people. There is hope, & a light at the end of the tunnel. Don’t give up. WE NEED TO FIGHT FOR OUR YOUNG PEOPLE LIKE NEVER BEFORE.

I RECEVIED PART OF THIS MESSAGE FROM SOMEONE. I CAN NOT REMEMBER. I HAVE ADDED TO IT & CHANGED IT. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR OUR YOUNG PEOPLE. Don’t Stop Fighting 1 Timothy 6:12 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

Painting God's Masterpiece Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 13, 2009

Part one of living in the land of WERE.

Painting God’s Masterpiece Part 3 Living In The Land of WERE Scriptures: Deuteronomy 4:9; 14; Genesis 12:2; 15:4-6; Numbers 13:27-33 Introduction: After God led the Children of Israel out of Egypt, Moses gave them some instructions about remembering what God had done. In Deuteronomy 4:9 and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Heartburn

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 10, 2009

Spiritual Heartburn--when your heart burns within you because of the presence of the Risen Christ! Unlike physical heartburn which brings misery, spiritual heartburn brings unspeakable joy!

If you’ve ever had heartburn, let me see your hand? Not pleasant, is it? The serious kind is “acid reflux.” It feels like you’re having a heart attack. But praise God, there is relief available through medication. I want to speak to you today for a few moments about spiritual heartburn—when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Was Jesus’ Purpose? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 12, 2016

Realizing who Jesus is AND living for Him becomes a matter of more than faith, but real (everyday) life application. Will we surrender to Him fully, or continue to hold onto our “stuff? If we will ever love others, we must start by loving Him first.

What was Jesus’ Purpose? John 1:6-13 Introduction - The gospel of John screams of the faith that we should have in Christ -- It is the clearest example of living life FOR the one who redeemed you and I -- He also knew the Jewish culture, and his writing is evangelistic in purpose - If ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational