Sermons on Hoping Against Hope:

The Transfiguration

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Mar 31, 2020

The Cross and the Resurrection are inseperable

The season of Lent stresses a SOMBER mood by having us focus more on fasting and penance. On the other hand, the Gospel tells us about Jesus' Transfiguration [T], where the Lord is seen in full splendor, which seems to be more appropriate for the Easter season. Having the story of the [T] ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Behind The Storms

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Apr 1, 2020

The first sunlight that breaks through after a dark cloud is a welcome relief. It is a reminder that behind every storm there is a new beginning.

BEHIND THE STORMS "12 And God said: “This is the sign of the covenant which I make between Me and you, and every living creature that is with you, for perpetual generations: 13 I set My rainbow in the cloud, and it shall be for the sign of the covenant between Me and the earth. 14 It shall ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:12-15, Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Possibility Of A Comeback

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 6, 2020

This book was written to encourage the Israelites in their most difficult hour. But it is also designed to encourage each of us, no matter how dead or lifeless your present situation appears to be, there is still hope for the future. God knows how to strengthen you.

God has an answer for the dead situations of life. Because God’s presence there is hope for the future. There seems to be common knowledge that God’s people need to experience the abundant life that Jesus came to bring in a greater measure. No matter what denomination, independent or traditional, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Si Yahshua Ang Gisaad Nga Kaluwasan Series

Contributed by Elvien Ramiso on Apr 7, 2020

Daghan diha sa Daang Testamento ang naghisgot sa umalabot nga Manluluwas nga diin ang Iyang katawhan kanunay nga nangandoy aron makapahulay na sa tanang pagdaug-daug sa mga nasud nga diin sila naulipon...

1. Unsay wali ni Juan Bautista sa Judea mahitungod kang YaHshua? Mateo 3:1-3 2. Sa dihang giduaw sa manulonda si Miriam(Maria), unsay padayag mahitungod kang YaHshua nga iyang gisamkon? Lukas 1:31-33,Mateo 1:21 3. Kini ba nga gisulti sa Manulonda anaa ba sa propesiya ni IsaYaH? IsaYaH 9:6-7 4. Si ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18, Ephesians 2:20

"He Has Risen, Truth For Those Behind Locked Doors”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 10, 2020

Sunday morning 2000 years ago, the disciples of Jesus are hiding in a locked room. They were without hope. They were afraid to go out into the streets. On this Easter we can understand their fear as we sequester behind closed doors shuttered windows. Quotes from B. Graham & C. Colson

He is Risen! He has risen indeed! The world has tried to cancel Easter and shutter church doors. Easter cannot be canceled… 2000 years ago all the forces of hell tried that and it failed. The forces of evil tried to kill the infant Jesus. Their plan failed. The same forces of evil ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:2, Matthew 28:5-7

Denomination: Lutheran

"a Righteous Branch"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 23, 2021

A sermon of hope for the first Sunday of Advent.

“A Righteous Branch” Jeremiah 33:14-16 This is the first Sunday of Advent. And Advent isn’t just about the Church getting ready for Christmas. It is about much more than that. It goes much deeper, all the way to our human condition, our present place in this universe and where the Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Turn To God When You Need Revival Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 1, 2021

To speak of revival implies that there is something lost, something dead, something about faith that has lost it’s liveliness. Ezekiel’s audience certainly knew about that.

Call on the Lord When You Need Revival Ezekiel 37:1-14 Introduction Call on God when you Hurt for Others, Need Hope, Feel Alone…Need Revival! The word ‘Revival’ might conjure up different images for different people. Old fashioned tent meetings or gospel meetings; Worship characterized by ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gifts John Gives All People

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 9, 2021

The gifts John give are not normal but useful. He gives the gift of Truth, Repentance, Hope, and anyone can have or receive these gifts.

The Gifts John give all Humanity | Luke 3:7-18 1. John the Baptist he is the one who will prepare the way for the greatest Gift ever given to us. • Matthew and Mark. They say John wore “clothing of camel’s hair with a leather belt around his waist” • In describing John in this way, Matthew and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

Return To The Manger

Contributed by Frank Queen on Dec 18, 2021

This is a short message written for Christmas Eve Candlelight service

Luke 2:7-12 Imagine getting ready for a big birthday party. You make all the necessary arrangements. You order a cake from the bakery. You buy decorations. You cook or cater a meal for all the guests. Make sure you have napkins and party plates, etc. The big day comes, your friends and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-12

Denomination: Bible Church

Perpetual Gratitude

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Feb 28, 2021

Regardless of what happens, we must be thankful to God.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, St. Paul encourages us to give thanks to God at all times. However, we can easily be thankful to God when everything seems to be going our way, but how can we do this when they don't? Does God, for instance, expect one to be joyful when dealing with loss, or when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

A Perfect Peace That Will Never Cease

Contributed by Wayne Dunaway on Mar 8, 2021

Peace with God

A PERFECT PEACE THAT WILL NEVER CEASE Introduction: Isaiah 26:3 & 4 1. The prophet Isaiah has been rightly called The Messianic Prophet because he had so much to say about Jesus the Messiah. 2. He probably wrote more about the salvation that Jesus was to bring than any other Old ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Security Of The Believer

Contributed by Wayne Dunaway on Mar 9, 2021

Saved, Sure, and Secure

THE SECURITY OF THE SAINTS I. SAINTS ARE PARDONED. II. SAINTS ARE PROTECTED. III. SAINTS ARE PRESERVED. Body: I. SAINTS ARE PARDONED. (Ps. 37:39) A. Our salvation is “from the Lord” (v.39). B. It is not from perfect law keeping or from legalism. It is from the ...read more

A Solid Word In Shaky Times

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 23, 2021

The prophet Habakkuk lived in a time when he did not understand the world anymore – and more importantly he did not understand God anymore. As you read this, I encourage you to prayerfully read the entire book of Habakkuk

The days we live in are truly challenging times. The year 2021 started out with more worrisome news: new mutations of COVID-19, talk of an economic meltdown, and disturbing scenes from the Capitol building of the United States. It seems that indeed everything that can be shaken is being shaken. The ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:2-11, Habakkuk 2:1-4, Habakkuk 3:2, Habakkuk 3:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Reasons To Rejoice

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 21, 2022

It is interesting to see how some people can always find things to rejoice about and other people can never find anything to rejoice about.

Illus: It reminds me of the fellow who went to get his driver's license renewed. There were many others there doing the same thing. The line inched along for almost an hour, until the man finally got his license. He inspected his photo and complained to the clerk who took his picture, "I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Successful Ministry In Difficult Times

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 24, 2021

It has been said, “God didn’t call us to be successful, he called us to be faithful.” Yet in John 15, Jesus speaks of examination, inspection, and fruitfulness. He speaks of bearing fruit, more fruit, and much fruit that God maybe glorified.

What is success? General view of success is defined as fulfilling your role in ministry. It is trusting that your employer has placed you in a position where can achieve the God-given goals for your life, and you work faithfully toward completing those individual duties as effectively as possible ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Methodist