Sermons on Relief:

God's Power When Your World Crashes

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 30, 2018

The gospel of Mark is answering the question who is Jesus? Mark 5 has miracles when two individual's world has crashed. Loss of hope, helplessness. some research from Bob Deffinbaugh 2004 and Rev. Ken Klaas phrases. Death is overcome. There is hope.

In Jesus Holy Name July 1, 2018 Text: Mark 5:22-24a Pentecost VI Redeemer “God’s Power When Your World Crashes” In last week’s gospel we saw Jesus quite a furious storm on the Sea of Galilee. The Disciples were amazed and asked: “What kind of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:22-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor...

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 2, 2017

Jesus offers rest to His followers--from the troubles of the world, yes, but especially from the burdensome weight (the yoke) of the Law.

One of the highlights of our trip to Germany—beyond all of the historical Luther sites and exhibits—was the opportunity to visit the city of Osnabruck. There’s nothing of particular importance for Lutherans about Osnabruck. We visited purely for my own sake. My branch of the Meyer family came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Acts Of The Apostle 33 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

Paul was warned several times against going to Jerusalem, but he felt he must.

Yes, Paul had been warned and the words of the warning came true. He was bound and made prisoner. In chapter 23, we read of his defense in the presence of the council. We read of: I. THE ABUSE A. HIS CONDUCT Verse 1, "And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

He Restores My Soul

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2022

God has given many animals the ability to regrow limbs. He's a GOD WHO RESTORES! Our souls can be depleted through sin, trials, pressures, life's rollercoasters & lack of spiritual nourishment. Let God restore your soul!

HE RESTORES MY SOUL PSALM 23:3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A priest had been to the church bazaar where there had been wine and he had a couple of bottles in the back seat of his car. A cop pulled him over for swerving a little and saw the jugs in the back seat. 2. “Father, have you been ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Victory Over Dieases

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 29, 2020

Victory over diseases begin with a desperate desire to be well (2) A willingness to Act on Your Faith: put forth an effort, A Willingness to put Faith in Christ alone, A Willingness to Acknowledge the true source of victory and A Willingness to Praise God and Testify before men.

Victory Over Diseases Mark 5:21-34 Introduction: Jesus returned again to Capernaum, and was met by Jairus, a ruler of the Synagogue, whose daughter is sick unto death. On his way to Jairus' house, the woman of our text interrupts him and receives a "wayside miracle" ... an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34, Luke 10:19

Denomination: Methodist

Encouragement For God's Weary Soldiers

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 2, 2023

We need to adjust our entire mindset on this battlefield. We need to focus on Jesus Christ our glorious, victorious, perfect savior full of perfect love and grace and truth, and find refreshment for our souls.

Soldiers gather on the outskirts of a city. There are about two hundred of them gathered there, though other groups of faithful fighters are gathered in other places, some out in the woods encamped around fires, others in facilities deep within the cities. These soldiers are beat up, bruised, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 123:1, Romans 5:3-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

Revelation Study Series 19 - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 14) Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Mar 7, 2023

Jesus came! He died! He resurrected! He is coming back!

Revelation Study Series 19 - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 14) 03.27.22 Message… If you have paid attention the last couple of weeks our text has focused on satan, the antichrist, the false prophet…even a blasphemous talking statue… With everything we have read and talked about It ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Kind Of Life Are You Building? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 31, 2025

The two builders that conclude Jesus’ sermon indicate to us that He is teaching us how to build the life that honors Jesus.

What Kind of Life Are You Building? Luke 6:17-49 Introduction We are familiar with the Sermon on the Mount, surely one of the most profound messages in our Bible. Today’s text presents a Sermon on the Plain. “He went down with them and stood on a level place…” Lk 6:17. There are many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Six Seals Are Opened Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 7, 2023

Humanity’s sin and depravity only continues to get worse by the day, and we must heed the warning of Jesus in this critical Revelation of what is ahead for mankind. The four horsemen and God's wrath are coming, and we must be prepared to share it to all.

Alpha and Omega, Part 30, Revelation Part 7 The First Six Seals are Opened Revelation 6:1-17 Introduction - Taking this a part, chapter by chapter, to understand God’s ultimate plan - Last week, we saw the appearance of the Lamb before God’s throne -- We also saw the reaction of those in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17, Isaiah 34:4, Job 3:17, Daniel 9:27, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, John 12:44-50  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What About Hell? Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on May 29, 2025

In our series, "the Big questions of faith" we finish with the subject of Hell

Introduction Joke on the church newssheet is said: …. “At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be ‘What is Hell?’ Come early and listen to our choir practice.” We arrive at the final week of our series, … And I’ve changed this series as we’ve gone along. We have talked about life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, John 3:16-17

Praise Him For The Promise Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 8, 2023

Last week we were focused on Jeremiah’s little book of comfort. Today we look at a similar passage in Isaiah - an oasis of hope amid a book of lost hope.

Note: There may or may not be sermon notes here for next week. We will be in Luke 2 for December 24th. Thanks for following along. - JED Praise Him For The Promise Isaiah 40:1-11 Introduction Kimball Gannon was born in Brooklyn in 1900. After going to law school and passing the bar, He became ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 45 – At Last The People Owned Their Sin But It Had Caused Such Physical Suffering - Lamentations 5:16-17 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 14, 2025

At last the people recognised their sinfulness and why they were suffering. Judah had lost its majesty and spendor. That is what sin does. The survivors were physically affected by their sin. We look briefly at Christian ministry, and then at what the Lord endured on the cross.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 45 – AT LAST THE PEOPLE OWNED THEIR SIN BUT IT HAD CAUSED SUCH PHYSICAL SUFFERING - Lamentations 5:16-17 Lamentations chapter 5 is a whole set of laments from the people and possibly from Jeremiah himself. In the main they are quite unpleasant for most of the ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:16, 1 Kings 10:22-23, 1 Kings 10:26-27, Psalm 51:3-4, Psalm 51:1-2, Psalm 51:7, Psalm 51:10, Lamentations 5:17, Luke 22:44, Psalm 22:11-15, Psalm 69:3, Psalm 69:15, Psalm 69:20, Psalm 69:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Job's Death Wish PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon explores Job's response to suffering, examining his painful predicaments, his perplexing questions, and his pursuit of purpose amidst pain.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. I am so grateful to stand before you today, to share in the warmth of our fellowship, and to delve into the profound depths of God's Word together. Today, we are going to be examining a portion of Scripture from the book of Job, a book that speaks to the human ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:11-13

Topics: Painful Life, Want To Die

There Are Two Sides To Every Story PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

Explores the transformative power of a relationship with Christ, emphasizing that true change comes not from self-effort, but from looking to Jesus.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It's a joy to see each and every one of your smiling faces here today, ready to share in the Word of God. Before we get started, let's just take a moment to read the Scripture we're going to be talking about today. It's from 2 Corinthians 5:17, and it says, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: New Story

Celebration PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores the joy of salvation and redemption through the parables of lost and found in Luke 15, emphasizing the celebration of spiritual transformation.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to share in the Word of God, to find solace in His teachings, and to rejoice in His love. We are here to strengthen our faith, to deepen our understanding, and to celebrate His divine grace. We are here because we are lost and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-10

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines