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When Everything Seems Hopeless

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 10, 2018

What do you do when everything seems hopeless and you don't know what to do? The events in the life of Jehoshaphat provide encouragement when we face trials, trouble, and impossible situations.

When Everything Seems Hopeless 2 Chronicles 20:1-29 Introduction: The story is told of a man named Brian Hice of Provo, Utah, who had a single day that takes the cake. First, his apartment became flooded from a broken pipe in the apartment above his. So, his manager told him to go rent a water ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

When God Seems To Be Late

Contributed by John Gail on Aug 23, 2018

When GOD seems to be late He is right on time

WHEN GOD SEEMS TO BE LATE Text: John 11:1 - 45 Introduction: 1. Background information about this lesson: a. The main characters are Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, Luke 10:38-42 b. Martha welcomed Jesus into their home and Mary was focused on Him, sitting at His feet, listening to His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

When Heaven Seems Silent!

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Nov 11, 2013

How should you respond when God seems distant?

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured When Heaven Seems Silent! Introduction: Have you ever felt that God was giving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Things Are Not Always What They Seem

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 5, 2021

Examines the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus and shows how very different appearances are from reality.

Easter Sunrise 2021 Things aren’t always what they seem - Read Luke 23:32-24:12 About 17 years ago, when Drew was about 4 or 5, Gladys, Drew, Gladys’ brother Paul and her dad Leon and I all went to Blue Springs. We were going to go canoeing because Paul wanted to film some alligators. Now ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

When It All Seems Dark

Contributed by Doug Mccoy on Feb 21, 2019

There are times when everything looks dark, but the One who wants us to return to Him gives us perfect light.

Text: Zechariah 4:1-14 Title: When It All Seems Dark Type: Expository Purpose: Encourage hearer with the truth that God is light and victory. Main Idea: God will get it done. Opening: And Pound Us To Dust. In 1992, a big budget version of The Last of the Mohicans arrived in the movie ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

"When Life Seems To Be Closing In"

Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 25, 2002

We will each have a time in our lives where life seems to be closing in. We can turn to Stephen and draw stength and wisdom from how he coped when life closed in around him.

One day a man falls off a cliff, but manages to grab hold of a tree limb on the way down. The man calls out, “Is there anyone up there?” A voice answers back, “I am here. It is I, the Lord. Do you believe in me?” “Yes, Lord I believe, I really believe, but I can’t hold on much longer.” “That’s all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Baptist

When Dreams Seem Like Nightmares

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jan 8, 2001

A first person narrative sermon on the life of Joseph from slavery to Prime Minister of Egypt.

"When Dreams Seem Like Nightmares" Subject: How should we respond when our life gets turned upside down? Compliment: We respond by leaning upon God, because he has a master plan for our lives! Text: Genesis 37ff. Preaching idea: " When your life gets turned upside down, hold on to God and hold ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Life Does Not Seem Fair Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003

Life doesn’t seem fair. Nonbelievers seem to experience more blessings than we do. In order to find some spiritual stability we need a reality check.

When Life Doesn’t Seem Fair Let’s begin this morning by talking about perception. How we view something becomes reality for us. The New Scientist magazine has compiled a list of actual statements made by children regarding their perspective about scientific matters. There are three kinds of blood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

It Doesn't Seem Like Christmas Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Jan 17, 2007

Sermon #3 for the Christmas series Shopping for a Savior.

“SHOPPING FOR A SAVIOR” SERMON #3: “IT DOESN’T SEEM LIKE CHRISTMAS” LUKE 2:8-20 President John F. Kennedy’s goal of putting a man on the moon by the end of the 60’s decade launched the space program and our imaginations. Everyone seemed caught up in the hope and the reality of human beings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Regaining Hope When It Seems Lost Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006

Last of a five part series frm 1 Peter about finding hope for our lives.

Read 1 Peter 4:7-11 Background The end of all things is near… (V.7) • Letter probably written by Peter in mid 60’s AD • By then Christians were beginning to undergo persecution by Nero • Peter sees what is happening and thinking back to the words of Jesus believes that the return of Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Things Aren't Always As They Seem Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Jun 2, 2005

The 6th sermon in a series on Joshua which deals with the fact that while bad things are bad they are never the final word.

Introduction: 1. The movie clip you just saw is from the life of Frank Abigale Jr. is based on the true story of his life as told in the movie, "Catch Me If You Can." Did you notice that he successfully pretended to be an airline pilot, doctor and lawyer. Before he was caught he cashed over $4 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 27, 2003

Like Sarai we often come up with plans to help God out which unfortunately usually end in disaster.

Genesis 16 April 27, 2003 It was one of those rare moments in a thirteen-year-Olds life. For once I was thinking of someone other than myself. My parents were both working and I decided that I would be considerate and make supper for them. I got the meat going in the oven without too much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

When God Seems Far Away

Contributed by Marty Hopkins on Sep 26, 2005

A message for those who have serious questions for God as to why things happen the way they do.

“When God Seems Far Away” (Habakkuk chapter 1) I have a message this morning that I think every person here can identify with. And as I prepared this message, I really wrestled with what to say and how to say because I don’t want anything to be taken wrong or misunderstood. I just want you to ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

When Nothing Seems Possible, Pray

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003

When frustration abounds, in prayer we can discover deepened relationships, new possibilities, and ultimately grace.

For you, my God, have revealed to your servant that you will build a house for him; therefore your servant has found it possible to pray before you. Isn’t that an intriguing phrase? “Your servant has found it possible to pray.” My theme for today is “when nothing seems possible, pray.” “When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:1-27, Romans 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

When Everything Seems Possible, Pray

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003

When everything is going well, pray, because that is when the opposition will assault us, that is when confusion comes, and that is when you will discover the unfinished clutter in your own heart.

Each fall I bring you messages on prayer. There is a reason for that. In this time of the year we need to be very alert about our devotional life. September is a crucial time to discern important things about prayer. The reason is not hard to find. In September, everything cranks up to a fever ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist