Sermons on isaiah 40:

Real Strength

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 26, 2019

Real strength! I am not talking about muscle power, gym power, street smart, energy drink power, sharp acumen, I am talking about ‘strength’ that you receive from going through sufferings, agony, sickness and emotional strain.

Real strength 1 Chronicles 29:12 "Both riches and honor come from You, and You rule over all, and in Your hand is power and might; and it lies in Your hand to make great and to strengthen everyone.” If you want to stay away from stress, strain and pain then you are missing out on real ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:12, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Listen For Love Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 5, 2019

In our text God speaks in different tones that I hope will bring us comfort and joy, to know we are loved by God.

LISTEN FOR LOVE   Isaiah 40:1-11 Introduction It is a traditional English Christmas carol, one of the oldest carols, dating back to the 16th century, the name of its author long unknown. In Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this song stirred irritation of Ebeneezer Scrooge,  causing him ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reflections On The Introit Sign Of The Cross Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 8, 2019

Let the cross embrace us.

Tuesday of the 2nd Week in Advent 2019 The Sign of the Cross Those of us that are daily immersed in the Word of God, specifically in the Sacred Scriptures, sometimes forget that what we read each day are revolutionary words. They are revolutionary words intimately associated with the first ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11, Matthew 18:12-14

Denomination: Catholic

Be Ready - For God's Surprises! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 12, 2019

This sermon series is based on the stories we find in Luke/Matthew. While they can be used during Advent/Christmas they can also be used in a Bible Study as we look at God Encounters and what they can do in our lives

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25 Theme: Be Ready Title: Be Ready … For God’s Surprises! INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Welcome to the 1st Sunday of the Advent Season! This month I felt impressed by the Holy Spirit for us to look at a series of God Encounters ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Numbers 8:24-26, Isaiah 43:18-19, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Nazarene

The Prophets: People Get Ready Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 16, 2019

Centuries before Jesus was born, Isaiah prophesied that Israel's warfare would be accomplished, and her iniquity pardoned. Who are we at war with? How is iniquity pardoned? And what does that have to do with Christmas?

Please open your Bibles to Isaiah 40. As we begin the season of Advent, we are going to look at some very familiar words from the Old Testament, particularly if you are a fan of Handel’s Messiah: “The voice of one crying: In the wilderness prepare the way of theLord. Make straight in the desert a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-5, Isaiah 9:1-6, Matthew 3:1-8, Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Our Good Shepherd

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jan 8, 2020

Jesus came to show us the way to His Kingdom and He is our Shepherd that will help us all to know His Father.

Looking at the WORD of God, we can see that Jesus came for us all and not for Himself. He came into this realm so that we all can be saved and the Old testament points to Jesus from the beginning and then the New testament reveals Jesus coming onto the scene. There is no denying the fact that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1, Isaiah 40:11, Genesis 48:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prepare The Way! Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020

Advent - preparing the way. At Christmastime, we often prepare the house, the decorations, the food, the gifts—but we forget to prepare ourselves. Make a commitment to spend some time each morning during Advent preparing your heart for the coming of Jesus Christ.

2019.12.1 Prepare for the Way William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Advent - preparing the way. At Christmastime, we often prepare the house, the decorations, the food, the gifts—but we forget to prepare ourselves. Make a commitment to spend some time each morning during Advent preparing your heart ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:3, Malachi 3:1, Isaiah 40:3-5, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Jeremiah 4:1-2, James 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Little Train That Could!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 20, 2018

Helen Keller said, “"I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do."

The Little Train that Could... “The Blessing Of a Submissive Spirit” Isaiah 40:6-8 MSG 6 The voice said, “Cry out!” And he said, “What shall I cry?” “All flesh is grass, And all its loveliness is like the flower of the field. 7 The grass withers, the flower fades, Because the breath of the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:6-8, Psalm 91:1-10, John 1:1-5, James 1:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 21, 2018

Jesus said that He was the Good Shepherd, the kind of Shepherd that looks after and protects the sheep - Jesus not only preached this but lived up to it to the full, even to dying so as to protect the sheep.

The Good Shepherd John 10: 11-18 Today’s reading is part of a dialogue which culminates in one of the ‘I AM’ saying of Jesus. St John’s gospel is renowned for its I AM sayings as it gives a unique picture of Jesus and the characteristics of the Son of God. Those two words in themselves are very ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18, Isaiah 40:10-11

Wings Of Eagles Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 22, 2018

Isaiah 40 declares that we will win the race because God says we will win - if we wait upon the Lord. That thought can change our lives... but it even has a greater power. Do you know what that is?

OPEN: (I began the sermon by reading the text and then singing a song I wrote back in Bible College that was inspired by the last two verses of the 40th chapter of Isaiah – See Footnote for the words) When I was about 8 years old, my dad decided to have a running contest between me and my brother ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From A Mountain Top Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Message 6 in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message follows Elijah to the mountaintop where he prayed for rain.

Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #6 “Lessons from a Mountain Top” Introduction Observing God’s interaction with Elijah and Elijah’s spiritual journey in his day provides insight and principles for us in our day which has become similar to what Elijah fought in his day. The transitions in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46, Mark 11:22-24, Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

They That Wait Upon The Lord

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 5, 2018

Waiting on God and moving when He tells us is a sign of obedience. He blesses those that are sensitive to His guidance and accomplishing what He desires for our lives.

They that wait on the Lord Isaiah 40:28-31 Introduction- Turn to Isaiah 40 This has been one of those weeks where I found myself asking God… how do I get done what I need too because it was a week that was so demanding. I said to the Lord during the week, Sunday is coming and I don’t have a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Angels And The Seven Bowl Judgments Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 12, 2018

Message 25 in our exposition of Revelation. This message explores the bowl Judgments in 14-26.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Angels and the 7 Bowl judgments” Revelation 14-16 Review I. PROLOGUE 1:1-20 (Things you have seen) II. Messages to the Seven churches 2-3 (Things with are) III. Last Days 4-22 (Things which are about to take place) A. Heavenly worship around the throne 4-5 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-26

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Soaring Soul

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Jan 29, 2020

When something amazing happens, or something life changing happens. What do we do after those moments?

Sermon - soaring Soul - When something amazing happens, or something life changing happens. What do we do after those moments? - Let me give you an example, I remember I was given permission to cruise, just like a toddler is learning to walk & would cruise down the couch. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Made Promises Kept

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 2, 2020

There is power, there is life, there is Victory in His words! There is power, there is life, there is Victory in your words when you believe and declare His Words!

Promises Made Promises Kept Illus. The Weight of a Prayer by Dr Wheeler Jones Louise Redden, a poorly dressed lady with a look of defeat on her face, walked into a grocery store. She approached the owner of the store in a most humble manner and asked if he would let her charge a few groceries. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:21, John 1:1-3, John 14:12, Isaiah 55:8-11, Jeremiah 32:26, Joshua 10:5-14, Isaiah 40:28-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational