Sermons on Mordecai An Encourager:

Outbreak: 'spectator Disease' Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Apr 25, 2008

This message focuses on the disease of believing that we are just spectators - it encourages Christians to get in the game!

This week, one of my favorite golf tournaments is being played - its called the Masters. Its a glorious tournament, filled with tradition and drama. The course is in Augusta Georgia and its a beautiful place, the fairways are lush, it has trees and hills, and the greens are like lightening. Its a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 25, 2008

A sermon that encourages those who are just playing Christian to be ready for Christ’s return

Tell Me a Story The Ten Virgins Matthew 25:1-13 Slide Can you believe the price of gas? It is becoming more and more costly to go to the gas station. So much so that I continue to delay buying gas, even when I am running low, and then I sometimes will by only part of a tank because it is just too ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All For Our Good Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jun 1, 2008

This sermon is to encourage the believer to understand how God works for the good of us in all situation.

IT’S ALL FOR OUR GOOD Romans 8:28 My brothers and sisters, there are times when some verses in God’s word to the believers does not make good sense. For example, in one scripture alone it gives us four things to do that appear to not make good ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Said About God's Sovereignty Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Feb 4, 2009

Who is in control of your life really? This message encouraged us to ask that question daily.

“Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Sovereignty” Michael Wiley February 01, 2009 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Introduction: Several men of The Vine went out bowling last night up in McHenry. It didn’t take us long to find out who the experienced bowlers were and who the not-so-experienced ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stand Firm!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 30, 2011

A first-person narrative based on the Apostle Paul’s final words of encouragement.

If you only had fifteen minutes to live, who would you want to speak to and what would you say? Would you, perhaps, call up your mom and tell her how much you love her for all that she did for you? Or would you sit down with the grandchildren and impress upon them again those things that are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Waste Your Storms

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 29, 2011

An sermon that is meant to encourage us when we are going through storms in our lives.

Title: Don’t waste your storms Text: Mark 4:35-41 Introduction Verse for the week “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him and are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28) God works all things out for our good God works in the good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Bitterness Of Smyrna Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 18, 2012

Smyrna was a Church that was under great persecution and uses this ti encourage us to endure sufferings.

The Bitterness of Smyrna Revelation 2:8-11 The Church of Ephesus represents the end of the apostolic age and was indicted for losing their love they once had for our Lord. Reference: Rev. 2:7 Tree of life Genesis 2:9 in the mist of the garden Then: Genesis 3:22-24 Guarded by the Cherubims as man ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The New Normal

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 19, 2011

A holiness sermon from Galatians, preached at a men's retreat, encouraging the hearers to be filled with the Spirit.

THE NEW NORMAL Galatians 5:16-26 Sermon objective: A holiness sermon from Galatians, preached at a men's retreat, encouraging the hearers to be filled with the Spirit. INTRO: The book of Galatians is an exciting and multi-faceted book. There are many different angles or perspectives you can use ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Nazarene

The Good Use Of The Law Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011

This message aims to show us the right use of the law and encourages us to use it properly.

Good Use Of The Law 1 Timothy 1:5-11 INTRODUCTION: A. Video Illustration B. As you where watching the video, what were you thinking? 1. What where you thinking about the Law? I’m talking about the 10 Commandments? 2. Consider this: a. Addressing a national seminar of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Act In A Paradoxical World Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 24, 2010

We are encouraged to trust God even when things don't add up.

Scripture One Bible commentator says of our text for today, “This is one of those passages that sets preachers to pacing in their studies, wringing their hands: What does it mean? How do we preach it?” Another commentator says of the first part of today’s text (7:15-24), ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:15-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gods Time

Contributed by Darren Woods on Jul 15, 2010

Focus:- Divine agenda supersedes human agenda Function:- To encourage listeners to wait on the Lord

Introduction Weddings are happy and joyful occasions! When we think of weddings we think of bright, happy music, the church and a banquet hall nicely decorated with flowers, streamers, balloons and colour-coordinated linens and so on. We think of family and friends, all dressed in their best ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Live By Faith? Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

The purpose for this message is to show us the need to live by faith and encourage us to start today.

WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON? A SERIES FROM HABAKKUK Live By Faith? Habakkuk 1:12-2:4 INTRODUCTION: A. Let me summarize (quickly) last weeks message: 1. Habakkuk was asking God why He did not do something about all the ungodliness in the land of Judah - He just could not understand ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Worship - Where The Master Reveals His Presence Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 14, 2010

The message explores the revelation of Christ as we worship, encouraging believers to seek His presence.

“The [Samaritan] woman said to [Jesus], ‘Sir, I perceive that you are a prophet. Our fathers worshiped on this mountain, but you say that in Jerusalem is the place where people ought to worship.’ Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, believe me, the hour is coming when neither on this mountain nor in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

In Tandem With God: Including Others, Especially Those Who Differ Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Aug 22, 2008

A sermon that encourages us to see that God includes people of all types into His family.

Dr Seuess’ story the sneetches highlights something that seems to be part of every human being. The desire to be different and to use that difference to show how we are better than others. In the sneetches it was we have stars and you don’t. Then later on it was don’t have stars but you do. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Let Us Pray

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

Is there a Christian who is content with their prayer life. We all need encouragement to pray more.

I want to encourage everyone to pray 1. Definition of prayer and of intercession a) Oxford i) to pray is to “ask earnestly” ii) intercede: “to plead with person for someone else” 2. Why it is important to pray a) Because Jesus prayed b) Mat 14:23 After he had sent them away, he went by himself ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal