Sermons on Overwhelmed:

Arise, Shine, Your Light Is Come

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2013

Our job is to reflect His light.

ARISE, SHINE, YOUR LIGHT IS COME. Isaiah 60:1-6. Zion was enveloped in a thick spiritual darkness on account of her sins (Isaiah 59:9-12). It was a darkness like the deepest discouragements and depression of the human heart: a darkness that could be felt (Exodus 10:21). It was a darkness that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Walking On Water

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2013

We at times seem like a boat tossing about on the waves of uncertainty and doubt...

THE LORD WALKING ON WATER. John 6:16-21. The sea can be such a frightening, unpredictable element that even hardened sailors find themselves overwhelmed at times. If we enter the darkness without our Lord Jesus, this magnifies our terror. Yet when He draws near this also, inexplicably, gives ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Personal Revelations Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2013

Paul declares that his teacher was the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is our teacher, also, but the Spirit many teachers to provide us with our personal revelation.

Galatians 1:11-24 "Personal Revelations" INTRODUCTION I'm a history buff, and I enjoy a good, well written biography. Biographies help us see inside the person and enable us to begin to understand why that person did or said what is recorded in history. Today's text is a brief autobiography ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Kardia [cardiac] Arrest

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 20, 2013

The signs & help for Spritural Kardia Arrest

• Kardia Gk- Heart • Cardiac – Latin Heart Sudden Cardiac Arrest - Sudden Cardiac Arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S - Close to 400.00 yr. suffered sudden cardiac arrest - First sign of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is loss of consciousness (fainting). - At the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Change Your Thinking, Revolutionize Your Life Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 2, 2014

“Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts.”Proverbs 4:23 (GNT)

CHANGE YOUR THINKING, REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR LIFE Proverbs 4:23 (GNT) says “Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts.” One of the most important steps we can take toward achieving our greatest potential in life is to learn to monitor our thoughts and its impact on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Job 9:20, Proverbs 23:7, Philippians 4:8, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Steps To Keeping A Postive Attitude

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Dec 23, 2020

Postive Attitude produces special ability

5 Steps to a More Positive Attitude Did you know people with a positive attitude have a special ability? We’ve all heard of the “downward spiral,” that slippery slope many fall prey to when crisis comes and their ability to deal with whatever life throws their way goes out the window. It seems ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22, Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Many Does God Want To See Saved? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 17, 2014

A look at God desire for everyone to be saved and the human freedom that keeps that from happening.

A CONTRADICTION? The Bible says it’s God’s will for all people to be saved, but it also says that the road is narrow. - Matthew 7:13-14; 1 Timothy 2:3-4. - Look at both passages. - Unpack each idea and its implications. THE ANSWER: Human freedom. - It is God’s desire that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

"Forgiveness"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 21, 2016

This Palm Sunday Jesus struggles with the Elders of the church, He struggles with Pilate, and finally he must struggle with his fate.

Forgiveness Luke 23:34 Luke tells us about the passion of Jesus. He recounts in painful detail how Jesus stood before Pilate and Herod, was sentenced to death and was crucified and killed. Today’s story is all about struggle, not celebration. Passion not palms. A cross, not a crown. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Methodist

A Dress Code For Christians

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Mar 21, 2016

Scripture tells us how to clothe ourselves as Christians to represent Christ in the world.

Colossians 3:1-17 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Slammed Doors

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 24, 2014

Friend, we need fortitude to hang on to God and wait for Him! I repeat fortitude!

Slammed doors! Revelation 3:8”I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.” Have you had doors slammed on your face? I have had many, many, many, so much ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

" We Are Never Alone "

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 17, 2014

When life is at its worse we are never alone Israel learned this.

Exodus 14:19-31 We are Never Alone 1. We Never Sail Alone What were the Israelites feeling when they stood at the shore of the Red Sea? • They were feeling trapped, with the sea in front of them and the Egyptian army at their backs. • When they looked ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Cain And Abel In The Church Today

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 10, 2021

Brotherhood in the church

The incidence of Cain and Abel is often retold in our times. So often, so common a tale, that perhaps its message is lost.  In a nutshell, two brothers born after the fall, Abel’s sacrifice is accepted by ELOHIM while Cain’s is rejected. Read in Genesis 4 In spite of YAHWEH speaking to Cain, ...read more

A Fool Says There Is No god. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 17, 2024

Let us reflect on the reality of God's existence.

The Bible warns us about the foolishness of denying God's existence. In Psalm 14:1, it says, "The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God.'" This verse reminds us that a life without God is a life built on shaky ground. Throughout the Bible, we see evidence of God's ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, Psalm 14:1, John 14:6

The Promise Of Peace

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 22, 2024

Peace requires effort and intentionality, a conscious choice to turn away from the distractions and temptations that pull us away from God.

The Promise of Peace Scripture: John 14:27. Introduction: Peace requires effort and intentionality, a conscious choice to turn away from the distractions and temptations that pull us away from God. Reflection In the tumultuous seas of life, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, to lose sight of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Other

The Unexpected Visitor

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 30, 2023

A Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Epiphany, Year A

January 29, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Matthew 5:1-12 The Unexpected Visitor Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus opens up his Sermon on the Mount with a real show-stopper. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 Corinthians 1:18-21

Denomination: Lutheran