Sermons on recovery:

When Illness Leads To Death Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

Final message on series “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

WHEN ILLNESS LEADS TO DEATH John 11:1-44 INTRO: Many of you enjoyed the Mary Tyler Moore show. One of the most famous episodes was about Chuckles the Clown. In this episode, a clown named Chuckles is killed in a bizarre accident. He was dressed as a giant peanut at a parade. An elephant thought ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Where Does Your "Help" Come From?

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Jul 15, 2013

The fact is that any of us have the potential within us to become fornicators, liars, drunkards, adulterers, or even murders and we could become guilty of ever evil work of the flesh; except for the Grace (help) of God! Where does your help come from?

Quotes: “People are like dirt. They can either nourish you & help you grow as a person or they can stunt your growth and make you wilt and die. “ –Plato --It all depends on what they have within them. “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fascinating Biblical Truths From Hurricane Irma

Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Sep 12, 2017

I was riveted before the television on Sunday watching every movements of the monster hurricane Irma. I was awestruck by the destructive power of this colossal hurricane as it crossed from shore to shore destroying everything in its path without any mercy

I was riveted before the television on Sunday watching every movements of the monster hurricane Irma. I was awestruck by the destructive power of this colossal hurricane as it crossed from shore to shore destroying everything in its path without any mercy. Everywhere the storm went the result was ...read more

Wise Up About Alcohol Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jun 18, 2002

Three actions to take in order to wise up about alcohol and other kinds of drugs.

I always feel a little strange on Memorial Day weekend. You see, when I was as sophomore in high school, my parents went away for Memorial day and left me at home alone. Big mistake!  I threw the party to end all parties. There were people there I’d never seen before, a band, people drinking beer ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:29-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How's Your Spiritual Health?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

How’s Your Spiritual Health? 1) You are sick if you conceal your sins; 2) You are recovering when you confess your sins; 3) You are well when you cling to the forgiveness of sins.

“Como esta?” “Wie Gehts?” “Genki desuka?” “How are you?” Four languages, one greeting. Isn’t it interesting how people the world over are so interested in health that it’s the first thing they ask about when greeting someone? I suppose that’s only natural because good health is often considered to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Blessed Series

Contributed by Mike Parry on Oct 17, 2007

Introduction to the Beatitudes focusing on the description of all who have Kingdom attitudes.

“Blessed” The Beatitudes FCC – September 30, 2007 Text: Matthew 5: 1-2 Introduction: Today we are beginning a brand new sermon series based on the Beatitudes found in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount found in Matthew 5. We are also going to begin introducing some concepts from Celebrate Recovery, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Experience The Beauty Of Redemption Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 23, 2022

The Chief of Sinners asks for the failed missionary to come and see him - both of them redeemed by the love of Jesus.

Life Lessons from the Chief of Sinners The Beauty of Redemption Introduction The Chief of Sinners understands redemption both personally in Christ and in his relationships with other believers. Acts 15:37-40 offers an interesting account of the missionaries Paul and Barnabas planning their next ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:37-40, 2 Timothy 4:11, Acts 28:28-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Nation Under God

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 12, 2004

Independence day 2004.

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives, and recovery of sight to the blind, to set free those who are downtrodden, to proclaim the favorable year of the Lord”. The second paragraph of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eucharistic Fix- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 27, 2018

The Eucharist is a cause of holiness in us when worthily received because it helps prevent the relapse of sin by the strength of this soul food.

19B I read an article from a university in Santa Barbara, California, about Catholic Mass and its healing implications for the addicted person whereby the social network and group norms that prescribe patterns of perceiving, thinking, feeling, and behaving that promoted drug use are now replaced ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-51

Denomination: Catholic

Who Cares...when I'm Addicted? Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 22, 2007

Ninth in a series exploring life crisis, based on the promotional materials provided by Outreach in their "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores the life challenge of addiction.

(Extensive inspiration for the sermons in this series derived from the sermon samples in the "Who Cares" promotional series by Outreach Ministries.) (Opened this message with the "Who Cares" Sermon Starter on Addiction) Smoking. Drinking. Drug Use. Sexual Addiction. Food Addictions. They can ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:29-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Letting Go" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 17, 2017

If we are going to find the freedom we have in Christ, we have a decision to make.

This week I heard the story about a pet store delivery truck going down the road. And every stop light he came to he'd run to the back of the truck, grab a 2x4 and start beating on the side of the truck. Nobody could figure out what he was doing, so finally somebody asked him, "What are you doing?" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson #19 Why Paul Felt It Necessary To Send Epaphroditus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 3, 2019

Although Timothy’s visit was delayed, “Epaphroditus” was to go immediately, taking with him the epistle Paul was writing.

Date: 10/31/18 Lesson #19 Title: Why Paul Felt It Necessary To Send Epaphroditus • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as end notes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: (Philippians 2:25-28, NIV) (25) But I think it is necessary to send back to you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Proclaim Freedom

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 16, 2015

A message about how God has proclaimed freedom in our life.

Title: Proclaim Freedom Theme: To show that God has anointed us and given us the power to experience freedom Text: Luke 4:18 – 19, Revelation 12:11 Offering Proverbs 11:24-25 There is one who scatters, and yet increases all the more, and there is one who withholds what is justly due, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-21, Revelation 12:10-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Hope That Comes From Prayer Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 3, 2017

This is the 33rd sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope". This service was based upon President Trump's call for a National Day of Prayer for the Victims of Hurricane Harvey.

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#33] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM PRAYER Ephesians 3:16 Introduction: [Song: “A Shelter In The Time Of Storm”] [Offering Song: “Soul On Fire”] This morning, we are going to jump ahead in our series to Ephesians 3:16. The reason that we are doing this is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of The Lord Is On Me

Contributed by Ronald Moore on May 23, 2024

Are we proclaiming the good news to those around us, especially to those who are in need? Are we working to bring freedom and healing to those who are bound and broken? Are we advocating for the oppressed and striving for justice in our communities?

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today we gather to reflect upon a powerful and profound passage from the Gospel according to Luke, chapter 4, verse 18. This scripture marks the beginning of Jesus' public ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18

Denomination: Anglican