Sermons on Reassurance:

Peace Be With You

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 16, 2004

Jesus resurrection gives us peace in the midst of threats and violence.

April 18, 2004 John 20:19-31 When you’re having a bad day, people love to encourage us with these little sayings like, “hang in there, it’ll be ok.” As you leave, people will say, “have a good one.” Whereas these trite expressions are spoken with good intentions, what good do they do? I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Father Series

Contributed by Ed Gratton on Aug 12, 2018

Second in a series on the Lord's Prayer

1 Our Father Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11:1-4 Martin Luther is credited with saying, “Just as the business of the tailor is making clothes and the business of the cobbler is making shoes, so the business of the Christian is praying.” If that’s true, I have a question for us this morning: How’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11:2-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Mountain Top Glory & The Descent Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

It’s not by chance that Jesus takes his inner circle up a mountain to witness a most significant moment in their apprenticeship. There they see a manifestation of the glory of God in Jesus.On returning they're reminded of the reality of life in this world

Mountains play a large part in the history of Israel. It was on a mountain that Abraham proved his faith in God in preparing to offer his son Isaac to God as a sacrifice. It was on a mountain top that God showed Abraham all the land of Canaan and promised him all he could see in every direction. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-29

Denomination: Anglican

Blinded By Fear Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 29, 2023

Gideon was hiding in a wine press due to fear, yet God called him a mighty man of valor. What can this teach us about dealing with our fears? Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

Read text. Pray. We’ve been talking about blind spots for a few weeks now. What immediately comes to mind when you hear the term blind spots? Driving, right? One of the first things you’re taught is to scan the horizon and check your mirrors so you know what’s around you. Even with that, before ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Am I? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's presence, using Moses' encounter with God as a guide to understanding our own divine calling and purpose.

Good morning, church family! I'm so glad we're gathered here today. It's a beautiful day to share in God's word and love, isn't it? I can feel the warmth and joy in this room, and it's a testament to the kind of community we've built here. Today, we're going to talk about something that I believe ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Topics: Power, God's Presence

It's No Joke Series

Contributed by Dan Buis on Feb 25, 2001

Abraham and Sarah’s disbelief in God’s promise of a son.

Have you ever made a bold prediction or set a high goal, only to have someone laugh at you and say: “you’re joking, right?” I believe the modern colloquialism used by teens today is “Yeah, right” with more than a hint of sarcasm. When Joe Namath made his fearless prediction of a Super-bowl ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Forgives And Empowers New Life

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 16, 2006

7th Sunday after Epiphany, Series B Jesus heals us through forgiveness.

7th Sunday after Epiphany February 10,2006 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Gracious God, through the gift of your Son, you have come among us to offer us your promise of pardon and the hope of new life. Yet all too ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Turning Hardship To Joy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 24, 2004

Sometimes God allows things to get difficult so He can produce greater joy in and through and with us. Jesus knew that His Father often used tragedy to cause people to look to heaven for solutions to their problems.

John 15:11-16 Illustration: A cynic asked an elderly believer who had endured great physical pain for 20 years, "What do you think of your God now?" The godly sufferer replied, "I think of Him more than ever." Sorrow can be the means of bringing us heart-to-heart with God. When repeated strokes ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Elated Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

Biblical joy is not a simple feeling but a frame of mind

“BE ELATED!” TEXT: 1 Thess. 5:16 One of the 3 great promises of the Declaration of Independence (i.e. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”) is the pursuit of happiness ... or joy. Biblical joy goes far beyond mere happiness ... in fact it is much greater than simple happiness! For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life's A B*$ch, And Then.... There's Help

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Oct 21, 2010

In which direction do you turn when life runs over you like a cement truck?

Psalm 121 - BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY 26 September 2010 ................................................................................... From where does your help come? In which direction do you turn when life runs over you like a cement truck? (1) life can be tough - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Source Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

We are hopeless without God as our Source. He leads and teaches us by His Word.

Source Series: Turn on the light Sunday Sermon / December 9th, 2007 Intro: Every light has a source; an origin. Every ray of light has a source and when you trace it back from the object seen to the source that is shining you may understand why a thing appears the way it does. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Know Christ, Can Be Fearful

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 2, 2008

A sermon for the Transfiguration of our Lord, Series A.

Transfiguration of our Lord February 3, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you revealed your glory, and the glory of your Son through his transfiguration. Through the power of your Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Ihope

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Dec 18, 2008

Without hope we will continually find our faith subject to the whims and haphazard circumstances of this fallen world.

IHOPE #1 November 30, 2008 Introduction Saw IHOP sign. Add an E and you get HOPE. Had Cina make a powerpoint. Henriann thought it would make people hungry for pancakes. Sorry, no pancakes. We need to talk about hope Especially relevant in this time of the year leading up to Christmas and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Daniel Chapter 10a Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 11, 2009

Daniel’s example to us on prayer.

Daniel – Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Outline I. Fasting And Prayer (10:1-9) a. The Fast (10:1-4) 1. The Duration (10:1-3) 2. The Location (10:4) b. The Feast (9:5-12) 1. The Man’s Apparel (10:5) 2. The Man’s Appearance (10:6) 3. The Man’s Affect (10:7-9) II. Hindrances and Deliverances ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Things You Can't Talk About In Church: "Doubt" Series

Contributed by David Ward on Aug 26, 2006

BIG IDEA: God is good enough to welcome our questions, and great enough to handle our doubts.

Things You Can’t Talk About In Church: “Doubt” Habakkuk 1-3 INTRODUCTION: 3 children of a missionary couple were called in for dinner after they’d been playing outside. Their mother said, "Be sure to wash your hands." The little boy scowled and said, "Germs and Jesus. Germs and Jesus. That’s all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist