Sermons on Overcoming Despair:

The Desert Disappears

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 20, 2011

ADVENT 3 - The desert disappears. The wilderness of our sin blooms with joy whenever we are watered with God's living and active word.

THE DESERT DISAPPEARS (Outline) December 12, 2010 - Advent 3 - ISAIAH 35:1-6 INTRO: The Christmas season is considered to be a time of joy and rejoicing. But mental health pro-fessionals tell us that the month of December is the busiest time of the year in their offices. Depression ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Brave, Like "Doubting Thomas”

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jul 12, 2021

often maligned, we should be more like 'Doubting Thomas'

John 20:19-31 May the meditations of my heart and the words of my mouth be acceptable to you, my Lord, my rock and Redeemer (Psalm 19:14) Today’s gospel reading is one of the best-known Eastertide gospels – that of “Doubting Thomas”. We almost never hear the name of this disciple without the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14, Mark 3:18, Matthew 10:3, Luke 6:15, John 20:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore how the joy of the Lord serves as a deep-seated strength for believers, sustaining them through challenging times.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful message from the book of Nehemiah, chapter 8, verse 10. Here's what the scripture says: "Nehemiah said, 'Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Topics: Joy, Lord

My Biblical Walk In The Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Encourage believers to live in the light of Christ, find gratitude in their trials, and uphold God's will in their lives, even in challenging times.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today we’re talking going to be diving into three main points, "living in the light of Christ, giving thanks in the midst of darkness, and upholding God's will in our lives." It's about embracing God's word, finding gratitude in our trials, and striving to follow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Topics: Light Of Christ, Thanksgiving

The Love Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 11, 2024

Explores God's everlasting love, His victory over death, and His promise of deliverance, emphasizing His constant presence and guidance in our lives.

Greetings, beloved congregation, I stand before you today, not as a preacher, but as a fellow traveler, walking hand in hand with each of you on the path that leads us to our Heavenly Father. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not alone, for our God is with us, and He is guiding ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3-4

Topics: Resurrection, Death

The Hall Of Fame Of Our Faithful Elders PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon explores the power and importance of faith as the foundation of our Christian walk, urging believers to actively engage with God's promises.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of saints, where we find ourselves wrapped in a fellowship of faith, united by our shared love for the Lord. We are here to immerse ourselves in the Word of God, to drink deeply from the well of wisdom that never runs dry, to be refreshed, renewed, and ...read more

Topics: Faith, Victory

The Power And Manifestation Of The Grace Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Jan 30, 2024

how does the power of the Grace of God manifest itself in the salvation of a lost soul who is under the reign and dominion of sin?

UNDERSTANDING THE GRACE OF GOD Topic:THE POWER AND MANIFESTATION OF THE GRACE OF GOD In this teaching, we will seek to answer a very important question: how does the power of the Grace of God manifest itself in the salvation of a lost soul who is under the reign and dominion of sin? In our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20-21

Punished For Doing Right

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Aug 2, 2004

Although Joseph was doing what God had told him, he still seem to get in trouble

Punished For Doing Right (Gen. 39:1-20) To refresh your memory about Joseph, Joseph was a young man dedicated to God. God had given Joseph two dreams, indicating that one day Joseph would rule over his eleven brothers, as well as his father and mother. His brothers hated him, because he was their ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Pilgrimage: Christian Life On The Way

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Jun 10, 2012

As God called Joseph to take the Holy Family to Egypt, so too He calls us to take the blessings we have received and bring them into the world.

Now hold onto your hats folks: I am not perfect. And pardon me for being blunt: You aren’t perfect either. But I’m not going to stand up here and dissect Dcn. Steven, but I will show you a bit of my guts. I struggle with distractions during prayer time—sometimes it’s the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Dragon-Slayer! (Part 2)

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 31, 2011

Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this series of 3 sermons describes the nature and sources of that victory.

DRAGON-SLAYER! (PART 2) Rev. 12: 10-11, 17 Sermon Objective: Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this series of 3 sermons describes the nature and sources of that victory. Supporting Scripture: Proverbs 24:16; Isaiah 1:18; Matthew 3:11; Luke 22:31-32; John 12:32; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Why It Is Important To Learn To Cope With Imperfections

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 30, 2002

Why It is Important to Cope With Imperfections - 2 Cor. 12:9,10

Why It is Important to Learn to Cope With Imperfections - 2 Cor. 12:9,10 Quote:Don’t let the littleness in others bring out the littleness in you. The following types of people have a difficult time coping because of their inability to cope with imperfections of various types. 1. Perfectionism ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persevering Through Trials

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Oct 9, 2004

The theme of this sermon is that as we "keep our eyes fixed on Jesus" we will persevere through all our trials and as a result be enabled by the Holy Spirit to minister to others.

“PERSEVERING THROUGH TRIALS” --James 1:2-12 and Hebrews 12:1-3 Gianni Poli of Italy won the 1986 New York Marathon in 2:11:06. On March 2, 2003, Mark Yatich of Kenya won the Los Angels Marathon in 2:09:52. To me, however, the real hero of both marathons was the man who finished dead last in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do When Storms Blow In - James 1:2-18 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 1, 2002

James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and don’t doubt His insight. Th

What do you do when the storms of life blow through your life? Thesis: James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-18, Proverbs 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Battle Between Reasoning And Faith

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002

There is a constant battle between reasoning and faith, which moves mountains?

THE BATTLE OF REASONING AND FAITH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Isa. 1:18, Come now let us reason together. Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of the things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.--- Numbers 13: 30: Caleb stills the people and said," Let us go ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Spiritual Checks You Can Take To The Bank

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 24, 2016

God's Word contains 5 blank checks -- promises of unlimited help from God. We all have areas of need. What holds us back from resolution is that we don't seek help. Tonight we're going fill out the blank checks and claim our needed blessings!

FIVE SPIRITUAL CHECKS YOU CAN TAKE TO THE BANK INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: SOME PEOPLE JUST REPEAT EVERYTHING THEY HEAR! 1. In good weather, Anne Neilson’s friend Mark always let his yellow-naped Amazon parrot, Nicky, sit on the balcony of his tenth-floor apartment. One morning, Nicky flew away, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God