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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
It seems in this generation we are living in, there is an air of permissiveness. “If it feels good, do it.”
It seems in this generation we are living in, there is an air of permissiveness. “If it feels good, do it.” Everyone else is doing it, saying it, what is wrong if I do? What I want to talk to you about today is being different, taking a stand for the Lord Jesus. 1. There should be a difference ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:11-18, 2 Corinthians 7:1
Denomination: Baptist
As David questioned the lack of bravery among the Israelites, he posed the question: Is there not a reason to stand up? This question is still pertinent today. There is indeed a reason, and we must be prepared to stand up for it.
In the story of David and Goliath, we often focus on the miraculous defeat of the giant. However, today we will examine the events leading up to this confrontation and the question David posed to his brother: Is there not a cause? This question remains relevant today, as we face challenges to our ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:17-29
Topics: Courage, Faith
Seeing the Church through grace and peace
This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 6 -9) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 11 January 2015. Introduction We have discovered that the Corinthian church was very much like us – where the society had no moral compass and there was a religious maelstrom of all ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:6-9
Denomination: Evangelical Free
What is it that we seek because we know we are lacking?
Lacking – Mark 10: 17 - 31 Intro: Have you ever left home for a long trip with a funny feeling that you’ve forgotten something? You don’t know what it was, but you just have this nagging feeling. A man tells the story that every time his family drove off on vacation, his mom would ...read more
Scripture: Mark 10:17-31
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Courage is critically important, because it is at the center of all the other Christian virtues. What convictions undergird and strengthen our courage?
This morning, I’d like us to consider the topic of "courage". Not merely courage in a general sense, as an admirable character quality, or as a moral virtue that we should seek to cultivate. But specifically, as an aspect of Christian faith. I’d like for us to consider what part courage plays in ...read more
Scripture: Daniel 3:1
As David stood in bewilderment of the lack of courage among the men of Israel, he asked the question: Is there not a cause? This question remains relevant today. Surely you will agree there is a cause, and we must be willing to stand.
Is There Not a Cause? I Samuel 17: 17-29 Often this chapter is preached in light of David’s miraculous defeat of the mighty giant, Goliath. That is a wonderful testimony to the presence and power of the God we serve; but today I want to look at the events that led up to David’s ...read more
This message focuses on the need for believers to have courageous commitment as they follow God in this world
INTRODUCTION * Those God has used to accomplish his will and extend his mission are people who had courageous commitment - commitment = completely dedicated to the task at hand - courageous = complete the task regardless of the threat they experience * Some examples of courageous commitment: - ...read more
Scripture: Acts 21:1-16
Abigail shows us real courage for real life
COURAGE TO STAND 1 Samuel 25:18 -19, 23-31, 39-42 February 20, 2000 Morning Service Introduction I. The story of Ruby Bridges II. What is the largest problem facing the church of today? A. Possible answers 1. Is it a lack of belief in God? - No 2. Is it a lack of ability to do God’s work? - No 3. ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:18-42
Denomination: Church Of God
The right kind of courage is an indispensable part of the Christian life.
Courageous Living Griffith Baptist Church – 5/18/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 31 Main Verse: Psalms 31:24 - Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD. The Introduction “Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear—not absence of fear.” - Mark ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 31:1-24
The greatest hindrance to faith is the inward principle of unbelief implanted in the soul by our great enemy the devil.
Note: This sermon Outline is from the notes of Dr. Paul Garrett (1908-1997) an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene and former District Superintendent of the Dallas District Church of the Nazarene. He pastored churches in Oklahoma and Texas. Dr. Paul was a second cousin to Raymond ...read more
Scripture: Mark 4:40
Denomination: Nazarene
It takes courage to move in the will of God. Elijah's faith brought the courage necessary to face the evil of his day. We learns lessons for our own day from Elijah's experience with King Ahab.
When last we encountered our hero, Elijah, he was performing miracles for a widow and her son in Zarephath. Here’s an interesting note I need to make as we begin because today we’ll see another miracle Elijah performs. There are basically three clusters of miracles in the bible. ...read more
Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39
Denomination: Methodist
Superman never felt panic or fear! We’re not him. Sometimes we lack courage. However, as believers we should be operating in courage. Why? How?
InCourage Pt. 1 – Dis-Couraged I. Introduction I wished I was Superman! I wished I could at any moment’s notice run to the nearest phone booth and change into my cape and handle every situation with supreme confidence and strength. However, the truth is that we aren’t supermen and we don’t ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9
Denomination: Pentecostal
This sermon will explore Jesus' courageous entry into Jerusalem, his authority over all things, and challenge listeners to consider if they have given him authority over their lives.
Main idea: Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey knowing full well he would trigger the religious and political authorities. Jesus’ mission required him to demonstrate incredible courage regardless of the reactions of others. He is Lord, the absolute authority over all things. The question is, does ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11
Topics: Courageous Faith, Divine Authority, Self-Giving Love
A study in the Gospel of Matthew 26: 36 – 56
Matthew 26: 36 – 56 Lack of support 36 Then Jesus went with his disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” 37 He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with him, and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. 38 Then he said to them, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 26:46
Denomination: Calvary Chapel
When you follow God's plans and purpose for your life, He ensures that your needs are met.
To lack is to be in need of something (means of sustenance), to suffer inadequacy, scarcity, insufficiency, famine, drought, poverty, etc. To be deprived of something which is very important to one’s happiness, satisfaction and fulfilment in life. Lack is not just a function of your physical or ...read more
Denomination: Apostolic
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