Sermons on Rejoice In Hope:

Four Important Things That The Ascension Brings To Believers Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on May 18, 2023

After witnessing Jesus' ascension into heaven, the disciples were filled with awe and wonder. The men in white (angels) gave them hope and reassurance by telling them that Jesus would return.

FOUR IMPORTANT THINGS THAT THE ASCENSION BRINGS TO BELIEVERS Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel. May 18, 2023 They were looking intently up into the sky as he was going when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand here ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Suffering Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 30, 2023

Are you experiencing the pain of suffering? Jesus is there if you have trusted Him as your savior. The suffering of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory we have revealed in us. Job said, my redeemer lives.

Job is synonymous with suffering. He lost his wealth in one day. He lost his children in one day. He lost his health. He lost the love of his wife, and he lost the compassion of his friends. We could say that with the exception of Jesus Christ that no one has suffered more than Job. Suffering ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Who’s Got My Back? Somebody Cover Me! Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 1, 2023

Never underestimate the value of your supporting role. Leadership is a lonely road at best, it is better when you know someone has got your back! Cover your leaders when they are most vulnerable.

Sermon – Who’s Got My Back? Somebody Cover me! Text: Acts 14:19-24 “Then some Jews came from Antioch and Iconium and won the crowd over. They stoned Paul and dragged him outside the city, thinking he was dead. 20 But after the disciples had gathered around him, he got up and went back into the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-24, Isaiah 30:7, Isaiah 30:15, 1 Peter 5:8, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, 2 Timothy 3:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Fearless Faith

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Jul 4, 2023

I submit to you today that regardless of what the future holds Christians are secure in eternity.

Sermon Text: Jeremiah 29:11-14 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. 12 Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. 13 And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 11:13-14, Matthew 10:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Conservation, Cooperation, Regeneration

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Sep 18, 2023

Never before in our history has man looked back and forth trying to find an answer to his many and varied problems.

(Editor’s note: This sermon dates to the late 1950’s early 60’s and references some of the causes of the great depression and dust bowl and the conservation practices that were put into place.) Conservation, Cooperation, Regeneration Matthew 4:4; “But He answered and said, “It is written, ‘Man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Nazarene

The Davidic Shepherd.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 25, 2023

A prince from the house of David.

THE DAVIDIC SHEPHERD. Ezekiel 34:11-16, Ezekiel 34:20-24. 1. The Good Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:11-16). First, we see the Good Shepherd as the one who seeks out the lost sheep, Ezekiel 34:11. ‘If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray,’ teaches Jesus, ‘does he not go to the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:11-16, Ezekiel 34:20-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Left Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Apr 28, 2024

Jesus Says it is better for Him to go and to send the Holy Spirit. That may not make sense, so let's dig into John 16 and see why!

Why Jesus Left Good Morning. This Morning’s Gospel text is from the same chapter we read from in John last week, John 16, and it does make a nice Part II to what we read. So, let’s review a couple of things from last week. 1. It comes from a part of the Gospel of John I figuratively called Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Anglican

Eternity And Future Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 7, 2024

Death and what then? Will you merely cease to exist? Is there another life awaiting us?

It is a major fact of the future of each person. Death and what then? Will you merely cease to exist? Is there another life awaiting us? Some say it is irrelevant. For many, it is disturbing to discuss it. Others feel what is done here and now is all there is to it. But the Bible makes it clear ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 61 (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 3, 2024

This sermon explores the message of Psalm 61.

Psalm 61 The superscription of Psalm 61 reads, "For the music director; on a stringed instrument. A Psalm of David." Music is a gift from God. The Psalter is prayer set to music, prayer set to song. It is a book of prophecy, of Spirit-inspired truth speaking and foretelling. David ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Breaks The Chains

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 14, 2024

Sermon about how Jesus breaks the chains in people lives. The world does not know how to give life but Jesus does.

Title: Breaking the Chains Theme: Jesus can break the chains the world tries to place on us. Text: Mark 4:35 – 41, 5:1 – 20 Note: Quotes are from J. Sidlow Baxter’s Awake My Heart devotional on July 10th Opening Scripture: Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

What's The Difference? " Half Full, Half Empty" July 21, 2024

Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on Jul 23, 2024

Depending on how you chose to look at it, Life can be a glass half full or a glass half empty.

Is the glass half-full or half-empty? Silly question, right? But it really is all about perspective, and this question can tell you a lot about a person’s mindset. Some people describe that glass as half empty. Those are the pessimists. Others see that glass as being half full. They are ...read more

Scripture: John 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embraced By God's Love

Contributed by Carolyn Butler on Aug 8, 2024

God love is a constant and comforting presence in our life. When we are embraced by God's love we have everything we need.

Introduction Today, we gather to reflect on a profound and beautiful truth: the constant and comforting presence of God’s love in our lives. Throughout our journey, we experience many seasons of change. We encounter good days and not-so-good days, moments of happiness, sadness, and even pain. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Can These Dry Bones Live?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Sep 30, 2023

All of us at some point and time have been in a season of drought. Everywhere we look, all we see is what used to be alive but is now dead. And for some of us, we're glad it's dead. But for the rest of us, we are still mourning what has been lost to us.

All of us at some point and time have been in a season of drought. Everywhere we look, all we see is what used to be alive but is now dead. And for some of us, we're glad it's dead. But for the rest of us, we are still mourning what has been lost to us. We have people all around us telling ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Signs Of The Times Part 3

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 11, 2023

The Abomination of Desolation

The Signs of the Times Pt. 3 Mark 13:14-23 The question I have been asked as a pastor. by far more than any other is, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” The Lord created man in His image as we read in Genesis 1:28. Genesis 1:28, “Then God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Outline For A Believer's Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 22, 2023

This is a sample outline for a believer's funeral. Based on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, the outline should provide a guide for those who are hurting to have hope and future happiness when we see Jesus!

Introduction: This is an outline for a message I’ve used a few times whenever I was asked to preach a funeral message. The text is often used and known as “the Rapture passage” and has words of comfort and encouragement for those still living after their believing loved one has gone to be with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist