Sermons on horatio spafford:

Sing A New Song

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

God can give you a new song

Psalm 98:1 Oh, sing to the LORD a new song! For He has done marvelous things; His right hand and His holy arm have gained Him the victory. 2 The LORD has made known His salvation; His righteousness He has revealed in the sight of the nations. 3 He has remembered His mercy and His faithfulness to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Patience In Suffering Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2006

While we are suffering, James says that there is one thing we must do, and two things we must not do.

Introduction: A. Dr. Robert Lightner, a long-time faculty member of the theology department at Dallas Theological Seminary was involved in a terrible plane crash. 1. He was in a single-engine plane that flipped over during takeoff. 2. He was badly injured and bruised beyond recognition. His ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Comfort Through The Flood Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Aug 17, 2001

GOD PROVIDES PEOPLE OF COMFORT TO LEAD THROUGH LIFE’S FLOODS.

Storms of the Scriptures #1: May 19, 2001 COMFORT THROUGH THE FLOOD (Gen. 5-9) INTRODUCTION: (1) It was a sad October day in 1871 when Horatio Spafford stood by and watched most of his fortune burn in the great Chicago fire. However, it was only the beginning of a life ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Peace Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

Only God can give a peace that passes all understanding.

The Spirit of Peace Galatians 5:17-26 The Fruit of the Spirit produces in us the character of the Lord Jesus Christ, and when people come in contact with us they see the Christ in us. Vs.24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts “if we live in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Cast Your Burdens On Him

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 6, 2024

Message about not only giving your burdens to the Lord but "casting" it on Him.

Title: Cast all your Burdens On Him Theme: The importance of casting our burdens on the Lord not just giving them to Him. Text: Psalms 55:1 – 23 Note: Some of the notes are from J Sudlows' Awake My Heart Devotonal also from researching on Sermon Central. Psalms 55:1-7 To the Chief Musician. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Church Of God

A Vision Of Hope In A World Of Despair

Contributed by Monty Newton on Dec 6, 2010

In Christian hope there is no person so lost he cannot be changed by the grace of God and no situation so desperate that God is powerless over it.

Title: A Vision of Hope in a World of Despair Text: Romans 15:4-13 Thesis: In Christian hope there is no person so lost he cannot be changed by the grace of God and no situation so desperate that God is powerless over it. Introduction In the last few weeks I have read three articles that spoke ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Ground Zero

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 30, 2011

Delivered on September 11, 2011 the Tenth Anniversary of the 911 attacks.

LESSONS FROM GROUND ZERO It is a common observation for events that are sudden, shocking, and heavy events that we not only remember the event, we remember where we were when we heard about the event. Senior adults who were alive during the 1940’s not only remember the attack on Pearl ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day Should Be Every Day For A Saved Sinner

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 18, 2011

Almighty God, the Creator of the Universe, the Eternal, the Lord of Hosts, the Father of Jesus, can be your heavenly Father too if you come to Him by faith in His only-begotten Son.

Matthew 10: 28-33 Sermon: Father's love. Today is "Fathers' Day", when we should all be grateful for our dads, and if they are still alive, we should let them know how much we appreciate them, but from a Christian point of view, today is the day when we rejoice that the Creator and eternal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

But Then Joy!

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007

A sermon about finding a song of joy, after struggling through a difficult period, and crying out to God for relief!

Ill: Man criss-crossing in grocery aisles, and overhearing woman and daughter in store: -daughter wants "Cookies" – "Ellen, we just have ¾ of aisles, it won’t be long…" -"I want candy" – "Now Ellen don’t cry… two more aisles to go and we will be checking out." -At the check out – "I want gum" – and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:17-22

Denomination: United Methodist

It Is Well With My Soul Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Aug 29, 2002

Ruth, Pt. 2

IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL (RUTH 1:1-18) The hymn “It is Well with My Soul” was written by Horatio Spafford after a series of disasters struck his family. Spafford, a successful businessman and a close friend of the evangelist D.L. Moody, had lost his only son at about the same time the Chicago fire ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Present Reality

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 28, 2003

OUR GOD BLESSES OUR PRESENT REALITY!

PRESENT REALITY OT JEREMIAH 29:1, 4-7 OCTOBER 26, 2003 PM SERVICE INTRODUCTION: The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it. Richard L. Evans, Bits & Pieces, March 4, 1993, p. 2. The seven ages of man: spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills, wills. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1, Jeremiah 29:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Moved By Compassion Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 3, 2010

Jesus reacted to the needs of a grieving widow with love and compassion. His words and actions transformed lives and honored God.

Luke 7:11-17 “Moved by Compassion” INTRODUCTION When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say, It is well, it is well, with my soul. Refrain: It is well, with my soul, It is well, it is well, with my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Lutheran

It Is Well With My Soul Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 20, 2007

Judges, Pt. 5

IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL (RUTH 1:14-18) The hymn “It is Well with My Soul” was written by Horatio Spafford after a series of disasters struck his family. Spafford, a successful businessman and a close friend of the evangelist D.L. Moody, lost his only son at about the same time the Chicago fire in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace Series

Contributed by Aaron Johnson on Jun 28, 2010

Although the world may be crashing in around us, we can still experience true peace.

Review: Theme: J-O-Y Week One - Turn Obstacles into Opportunities / Put things in Perspective Week Two - Have the attitude of Christ - Do everything without arguing or complaining Week Three - Press on towards the goal that Christ has called us to Paul writing from Roman ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Majesty Of God: Embracing His Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 4, 2024

In 1 Chronicles 29:11, we discover the majesty of God and the depth of His sovereignty. This verse calls us to recognise God's supreme authority and glory.

The Majesty of God: Embracing His Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a powerful verse in 1 Chronicles. As we explore 1 Chronicles 29:11, we will discover the majesty of God and the depth of His sovereignty. This verse calls us to recognize God's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:1, Colossians 1:16-17, Psalm 95:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal