Sermons on Revived Courage:

Who Do You Think You Are, Goliath? (1 Samuel 17: 1-54)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 22, 2024

One of the unfortunate realities about living in this world is the existence of bullies who intimidate and threaten others. The Bible describes one such bully named Goliath. His threats against Israel and God ceased when he encountered David and one smooth stone.

Bullies have existed in this fallen world ever since Cain killed Abel at the beginning of civilization (Genesis 4:8). However, as the days get darker spiritually and the love of people grows cold (Matthew 24:12; Romans 1:18-32), the problem of bullying is only going to grow like a cancer across ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54, Isaiah 54:17, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering By Grace - Philippians 1:28-30 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 23, 2022

What did Paul mean when he said it has been "granted" to us to suffer?

Philippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:28-30

We Can't Help It

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Nov 14, 2022

We can’t help it. We must obey God rather than any human authority.

The book of Acts is marked by an outbreak of God's word confirmed by signs and wonders through the acts of the apostles who received the empowerment of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost in Chapter 2. And from there, the gospel continued to spread and flourish through men and women who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-20, Mark 16:17

Denomination: Foursquare

How Deep Is Your Valley? Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 2, 2024

Psalm 23 is not just a still-life image of peace and tranquility--our Shepherd guides us through life’s darkest valleys, too. But no matter how deep or dark the valley, we are never alone. We have an all-sufficient Shepherd who walks with us every step of the way.

What Is in Your Valley? Psalm 23:4 Introduction: Ps. 23 = is not a still life scene; it is not a stationary picture in a storybook. It is a journey… reminder that life is not stationary…. always moving. Journey of life the Shepherd takes us into the green pastures of His peace and contentment… ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: "the Promises Of God" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 22, 2024

From the promise of salvation to peace, strength, provision, and eternal security, God’s promises are like an anchor for our souls. They guide us, comfort us, and remind us of who God is and who we are in Him.

Transformed by Truth: "The Promises of God" Introduction: Today, we are diving into one of the most profound and hope-filled subjects in all of Scripture—the promises of God. From the promise of salvation to peace, strength, provision, and eternal security, God’s promises are like an ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 1:12, Joshua 1:9, Psalm 27:1, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:7, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 23:1, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Jesus Exhales Series

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Aug 27, 2001

3rd night of Revival Series using Philippians 1:19 as main theme.

When Jesus Exhales John 20:21:22 Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. 22 And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost: Most of us have seen or heard of the movie Waiting to Exhale ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21-22, Philippians 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Recognizing Your Deliverance Series

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Aug 27, 2001

5th and Last Watch night of Revival Series focusing on Philippians 1:19.

Recognizing Your Deliverance Theme Verse: For I know that as you pray for me and as the Spirit of Jesus Christ helps me, this will all turn out for my deliverance. (Philippians 1:19) Monday: For I know: “What Do You Believe” Tuesday: As you pray for me: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19, Acts 11:12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Light A Fire Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 24, 2003

Eighth in a series on Revival influenced by Rick Atchley. This lesson draws upon the work of Elijah.

HOW TO LIGHT A FIRE I Kings 16:29ff INTRODUCTION: Let me being by telling you a story about a man who was going skydiving for the first time. He had taken all his lessons and it was time for his first solo jump. So he jumped out of the plane, but he panicked and couldn’t remember how to open his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Got Any Prayin' People 'round Here?

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 11, 2003

This is the sermon I used to kick off our prayer campaign for our upcoming revival.

Larry Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Sunday, January 12, 2003 Title: "Got Any Prayin’ People ’Round Here?" Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-4 Introduction 1. The sun was lowering and the air was like an oven when the stranger rode into town. With every step his horse kicked up little puffs of dust ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

The God That Jesus Knew

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 25, 2002

Compare the god of your imagination to the God that Jesus knew, and revive your relationship with God.

This being the fourth Sunday of the month, we will be looking at one of the 9 characteristics of a successful participant in God’s mission for our church. This morning, we will be looking at the characteristic of the passion to know God. The guiding text for this morning’s message comes from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: *other

The Works Of The Holy Spirit In Our Lives

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2010

Appreciate the works of the Holy Spirit in our lives. He regenerates, renews and revives us.

Acts 2:1-4, 14-21 The Works of the Holy Spirit Pentecost was an act of God. No one dictated it or commanded it, God Himself did. • No disciple asked for it, and no one understood the significance of it until it happened. • Jesus said the Father will send the Holy Spirit after he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Water Gate Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014

The Water Gate brings to view how God brings holiness and revival to His people.

“The Water Gate Message 9” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Notes from Thompson Chain Reference Bible; Tim LaHaye Prophecy Study Bible Translation used is NKJV unless otherwise noted. Monte Brown’s personal translation (MB) Information taken from Pray Israel.com 3/26/08; ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:26

Denomination: Baptist

Can These Bones Live?

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 22, 2014

How long-dead sun-bleached bones revived, and become an exceeding great army.

THE RESURRECTION OF THE DRY BONES. Ezekiel 37:1-14. When confronted with insurmountable difficulties we often ask: “Can these bones live?” Yet the question originates with God, and is addressed to man. The LORD thereby challenges us within our seemingly impossible situation - whatever it may ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mold Me And Make Me Sermon Ii: . . . By Helping Me Face My Fears Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 25, 2020

In striving to do God's Will on earth as it is done in Heaven, mature Christians realize that if it is to be according to His Will we must have help to face our fears.

MOLD ME AND MAKE ME AFTER THY WILL . . . BY HELPING ME FACE MY FEARS My Brother-in-law, who lived in Africa for ten years, tells about his wild life experiences – some of which, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:11-12, Exodus 4:10-17

All Things New

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 21, 2022

Life for the newborn Christian is going to change. And the change will be dramatic. The same holds true for the revived saint. The change we witness in those who are twice-born and those who are revived is revealed in the new commitment Ruth demonstrated toward her mother-in-law.

“Do not urge me to leave you or to return from following you. For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the LORD do so to me and more also if anything but death ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist