Sermons on Mordecai Was An Encourager:

Boat Potatoes Series

Contributed by Bill Scott on Jul 15, 2008

A sermon encouraging us to take a chance and trust Christ

The following is a true story. Larry Walters led a fairly boring normal life as a truck driver in southern California until the fateful day of July 2nd, 1982. On that day, Larry turned himself into a legend. You see Ever since he was a boy Larry had dreamed of flying, but the US Air Force had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Pray Powerfully Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009

James encourages believers not only to pray, but to pray powerfully!

JAMES 5:16 HOW TO PRAY POWERFULLY “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.” How would you describe your prayer life? Are the prayers you offer vibrant and vigorous? Or are ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Comes Again Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009

Thinking of the return of the Saviour encourages those who believe.

REVELATION 19:11-16 WHEN JESUS COMES AGAIN “Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! The one sitting on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and makes war. His eyes are like a flame of fire, and on his head are many diadems, and he has a name written that no ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

David And His Prodigal

Contributed by Jim Nicodem on Jul 22, 2009

A message to encourage parents from the story of Amnon and Tamar.

INTRO: Parenting is hard work! To do the job well requires a lot of time and effort and intentionality on the part of moms and dads. -Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for parents to become increasingly lax about their child-raising responsibilities over time. It’s not uncommon for parents to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Naked Faith Series

Contributed by Trey Harris on Aug 5, 2008

This sermon encourages Believers to place their faith only in Christ.

Olympic Faith Part Two: “Naked Faith” Hebrews 12:1-2, 12-13 Trey Harris It’s interesting that some of the most difficult trials we endure are the ones that often shape our character and form our memories. I know from talking to people who lived through the Great Depression that theirs lives were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

When You Lack Wisdom

Contributed by Duane Johnson on Aug 20, 2008

Encouragement to act wisely in the midst of pressure packed situations.

JAMES 1:5-8 WHEN YOU LACK WISDOM Ralph had worked for his company for almost 15 years and he had always been one of the top salesmen. But the economy had slowed down to a snail’s pace and no one was placing orders with him anymore. The pressure was really beginning to mount, and past performance ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Fear Factor

Contributed by Vonnie E James on Aug 27, 2008

Its a sermon encouraging us to step out as Christians.

Introduction& Backdrop You see my brethrens a back drop of the Scripture before us will show that Timothy was experiencing great opposition to his message (the word of God), and himself as leader. His youth, his association with Paul and his leadership had come under great fire from believers and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving The Teen Years Series

Contributed by Troy Horne on May 4, 2009

An encouragement to parents on our annual Baby Day celebration

Survivor: Surviving the Teenage Years 1. My wife and I have been foster parents and adoptive parents to nearly every age between newborn and eighteen. And I have to tell you from experience that those who have babies have the easiest job. I know, it may not seem like it now. Because we have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Holiness

Part 2: Help For Increasing Your Chances To Share Your Gift This Christmas. Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009

Encouraging Christians to share the gift of Jesus year round.

"So when they met together, they asked him, ‘Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?’ He said to them, “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

Living Water In A Dying World

Contributed by Vonnie E James on Oct 13, 2008

It a sermon to strengthen believers and encourage the unsaved to trust the Lord.

Text: John 4:1-15 Scripture References: Ephesians 5:5/1 John 1:9/ Psalms 1:6/ Ezekiel 47:12/ James 4:14/ Rev. 21:3-4/ John 1:13/ John: 7:37/38/ John 15:4-6/ Jeremiah 7:7/ Hebrews 10:31/ Venue: Grand Anse Baptist Church Date: 12th October 2008 Theme: “Living Water in a dying world” Forewarn-This ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Peak Moments

Contributed by John Vella on Jan 31, 2007

We need to remember graced moments as a source of encouragement.

Second Sunday of Lent - Year C March 4th, 2007 Readings: * Gen. 15:5-12, 17-18 * Phil. 3:17 - 4:1 * Lk. 9:28 - 36 Peak Moments A Good Day? When we get up each morning, none of us knows what life has in store for us. Perhaps we will win the lottery, or then again, someone may rear end us on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Catholic

Responding To Responsibility

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Mar 19, 2006

Encouraging responsibility towards God; Fellow Christians; and the unsaved.

I Thessalonians 4:1 - 12 I. OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO PLEASE GOD I Thessalonians 4:1dear brothers and sisters, we urge you in the name of the Lord Jesus to live in a way that pleases God, as we have taught you. You are doing this already, and we encourage you to do so more and more. [NLT] a. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Watching What We Say

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 23, 2006

We need to speak words of encouragement more freely

Not long ago someone was telling me about a trip he had made to the Bahamas. He said he was walking along and he came to this pier on the beach, and at the end of this pier there was this great commotion that was taking place at the end of the pier and he was curious so he went to see what was ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Our Words

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 27, 2004

to encourage the congregation to use their words to build others up.

The Power of Our Words Ephesians 4:29-32 Primary Purpose: To encourage the congregation to use their words to build others up. In his book “The Weight of Your Words” author Joseph Stowell tells the following story: "My junior high school had scheduled its annual operatic production. Talented ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Storm Is Passing Over

Contributed by Bishop Raymond Allan Johnson on Mar 3, 2005

A sermon of encouragement for the times when there are storms in our lives

THE STORM IS PASSING OVER WOULD YOU DO SOMETHING FOR ME?When you have finished reading this Bulletin, would you pass it on to someone you’ve been praying for; especially someone who does not – to your knowledge – have Christ for his or her Saviour?And then, if this Bulletin has been a blessing to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: *other