Sermons on Pursue Peace:

Peace On Earth: A New Year Challenge For Christ Followers Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 14, 2022

The overarching message of the Advent is "Peace on Earth". But when we look around, peace seems to be the last thing we seem to be having. How can we experience the peace that Advent offers?

Peace! Is it as elusive as it seems? There is a strong need for us discuss the issue of peace today. If we look around us, not many of us find peace, but conflicts and war and strife and violence in abundance all around us. Two seasonal aspects brought this topic up to the top of my mind. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14, Isaiah 2:2-5, Isaiah 9:2, John 8:12, 2 Corinthians 4:6, 1 Peter 2:9, Hebrews 4:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Heart Of Christmas Is Hope, Peace & Joy” Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 14, 2022

People want “hope”. The “λόγος”, the Intelligent Designer of the Universe pitched His tent in our midst. Christmas is the radical celebration that reminds us that the DNA of the Creator is found in the arms of a teenage girl in the city of Bethlehem. Quote from Max Lucado

In Jesus Holy Name December 11, 2022 Advent III Philippians 4:4 Redeemer “The Heart of Christmas is Hope, Peace & Joy” Christmas can be a crazy time. People want “hope” for a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Hebrews 6:9

Denomination: Lutheran

Kept In Perfect Peace: A Sermon For The Second Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 4, 2024

How cn one be at peace in such a violent and evil world?

Kept in Perfect Peace Isaiah 26:1–3 NKJV In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah: “We have a strong city; God will appoint salvation for walls and bulwarks. Open the gates, That the righteous nation which keeps the truth may enter in. You will keep him in perfect ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace On Earth—it’s Not What You Think.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 24, 2021

Some of the things I teach or preach might seem unreachable; however, faith in God, becomes the game changer! Keep on believing. Keep on reaching. Keep on speaking. Keep on receiving.

Peace On Earth—It’s Not What You Think. Isaiah 7:13-14AMP I want to start with a good laugh: A guy sees a sign in front of a house: "Talking Dog for Sale." He rings the bell and the owner tells him the dog is in the backyard. The guy goes into the backyard and sees a black mutt just ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:13-14, Luke 2:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ride On To Die, So We Can Live In Peace

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 31, 2023

Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey, to conquer sin, death and Satan, alone.

4.2.23 Zechariah 9:9–10 9 Rejoice greatly, Daughter of Zion! Shout, Daughter of Jerusalem! Look! Your King is coming to you. He is righteous and brings salvation. He is humble and is riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 10 I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the horse ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-10, Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

"the Much Needed Promise Of Peace"

Contributed by John Huyser on Dec 6, 2022

The Light of Peace outshines the stress and fatigue we feel. If only we would slow down, for Christ has overcome the world - and so do we. https://fruitportcrc.org/worship I would love to engage with you - Send me a message

INTRODUCTION At least once a season we get into the car and work our way over to Seaway Drive to head downtown to the arena for a Muskegon Lumberjacks game. Hockey begins with a faceoff – all eyes of the roaring crowd are on the two hockey players facing each other from the opposing teams. Then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, John 16:33

God's Grace Is Gives Us Peace! Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 3, 2023

God's peace is not a by-product of a tribulation free life but of seeing and thanking Him for the unmerited grace one has received!

God’s Grace Gives us Peace! Genesis 18:1-14; Philippians 4:6-7; John 11:32; Genesis 12:1-9; John 16:33; Hebrews 11:8; Genesis 21:1-7; John 14:6 Fear of past, present, or future circumstances often make lying down in green pastures to sit beside quiet waters an exceptionally rare occurrence! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-14, Philippians 4:6-7, John 11:32, Genesis 12:1-9, John 16:33, Hebrews 11:8, Genesis 21:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Journeying With The Shepherd: Finding Peace And Provision In Psalm 23

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 3, 2023

Today, we embark on a journey through one of the most beloved and comforting passages of the Bible, Psalm 23. In this timeless psalm, King David beautifully expresses his deep trust and reliance on God as his Shepherd.

I. The Shepherd's Provision (Psalm 23:1-3): David begins this psalm by declaring, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." Here, David acknowledges God's provision and care for him. Just as a shepherd takes care of his sheep, our Heavenly Father lovingly tends to our needs. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Peace In The Midst Of Anxiety Psalm 94:19 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 1, 2024

We delve into the comforting words of Psalm 94:19, which says, "When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer." This verse encapsulates the transformative power of God's truth in the midst of life's anxieties and uncertainties.

Finding Peace in the Midst of Anxiety Psalm 94:19 Introduction: Today, we delve into the comforting words of Psalm 94:19, which says, "When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer." This verse encapsulates the transformative power of God's truth in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:19, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 23:4, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfect Peace: Transformed By Trust Isaiah 26:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024

Isaiah 26:3 reveals the transformative power of trusting in God completely, leading us into a life marked by unwavering peace amidst life's challenges and uncertainties.

Perfect Peace: Transformed by Trust Isaiah 26:3 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound promise of perfect peace found in Isaiah 26:3. This verse reveals the transformative power of trusting in God completely, leading us into a life marked by unwavering peace amidst life's challenges and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 4:8, John 14:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfect Peace In A Troubled World Isaiah 26:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 2, 2024

Isaiah 26:3 is a verse that offers us hope, assurance, and a pathway to peace amidst the chaos of our daily lives.

Introduction Today, we delve into a profound promise found in Isaiah 26:3, a verse that offers us hope, assurance, and a pathway to peace amidst the chaos of our daily lives. The verse reads: Isaiah 26:3 (NLT): "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 4:8, Philippians 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"god With Us: He Is Our Peace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 24, 2020

An Advent Sermon about the peace that only Christ can give.

“God with Us: He is Our Peace” Micah 5:2-5a It was during Advent of 2012, when Adam Lanza walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut and shot and killed 26 people, including 20 children between 6 and 7 years old, and 6 adult staff members. Earlier that day, Lanza shot ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: United Methodist

From Anxiety To Peace - 1 Peter 5:7 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 24, 2025

Anxiety is a gift from God designed for a good purpose. But it is dangerous.

Peter’s reason for why we can cast our cares on God is the fact that God cares for us. You can offload a task onto someone else, but the anxiety about it stays on your plate until you are convinced that person is 1) competent and 2) that he cares about it as much as you do. This message will help ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7

Go! And Rest In The Peace Of God - Psalm 4:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 9, 2025

God calls us to go — and rest in the peace of God. Not a peace the world gives, but a peace that comes through knowing Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.

Go! And Rest in the Peace of God - Psalm 4:8 Psalm 4:8 (NLT): “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.” Introduction: The Longing for Rest Have you ever laid your head on the pillow, yet your mind refuses to rest? The world around us is filled with noise — ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:8, Isaiah 26:3, Psalm 3:5, John 14:27, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 5:1, 2 Thessalonians 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Live In The Peace Of Justification - Romans 5:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 30, 2025

Every generation searches for peace, not the kind the world gives through distraction or denial, but peace with God, purchased and guaranteed by Jesus Christ.

Go! And Live in the Peace of Justification - Romans 5:1 Romans 5:1 (NLT) — “Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.” Introduction: The Search for Real Peace Every generation searches for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2, Romans 5:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:14, Romans 10:9, Philippians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal