Sermons on Sharing Hope:

The Larger Message Of Easter

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Apr 13, 2012

Placing the Easter Message in the larger context of the Gospel.

The Larger Message of Easter I Cor. 15:1-8 The first recorded action of the resurrected Jesus, outside of His appearances and guidance of the early Christian believer, was to a man named Saul. He was a brilliant Jewish scholar and an aggressive authority trying to stamp out this new group of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Love

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 6, 2012

Augustine said, “God loves each one of us as if there was only one of us to love?”

John 3:16-For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. It doesn’t say, “For God liked the world!” It doesn’t say, “For God found the world attractive!” It doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

An Inside Job Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 30, 2012

The Spirit anoints our witness, guides us in truth, and glorifies God the Father through us.

John 15:26-27, 16:4-15 INTRODUCTION Today is the day of Pentecost. We celebrate today as the birthday of the Church, when Jesus sent his Spirit upon his followers. In Luke’s account the Spirit came with the roar of a mighty wind, flames of fire, and the gift of language. John has Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Long Ago In A Land Far, Far Away, No More Doubt

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 26, 2015

Do you sometimes have doubt? These prophecies removes all doubt - permanently!

In the beginning was the Word, the was with God and He was God. By Him, all things were created that were created. " there is none like Him- He is the Alpha and the Omega - God with us! In times past He spake unto the fathers by the prophets and in these last days, He hath spoken unto us by His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Party Hardy Weigh In?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002

You will be weighed on God’s balances, hope we are not found wanting?

THE PARTY HARDY WEIGH IN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Daniel 5:27 Tekel: Thou art weighed in the balances, and found wanting. Heb. 12:1 ... Lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily beset ...and run with patience HOW SAD TO BE FOUND WANTING? I ponder have needs or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1, Daniel 5:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Evangelical PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

Emphasizes the Christian call to action to share Christ's love, make disciples, and the necessity of love, even in challenging circumstances.

Good morning, beloved family, friends, and visitors. We are here today, gathered in this sacred space, in the presence of God. We are here to learn, to grow, to find comfort and hope in His word. We are here to be part of something bigger than ourselves, to be part of His kingdom. G.K. Chesterton ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Purpose, Church

Suffering, Carrying Your Cross And Denying Yourself.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 2, 2015

This sermon it is about suffering, and taking up our crosses, and denying ourselves, and loosing our lives. Where is the honour and hope and victory and glory in that one? Well you will be surprised!

Welcome Grace and peace to you from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. Today is the 2nd Sunday in lent; and the theme of today’s service is about suffering, … about taking up our crosses, … and denying ourselves, … while loosing our lives. This was a very difficult ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Episcopal

Josh's Journey Through Silence: Spirituality In The Making

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Jan 4, 2021

This is a narrative sermon that illustrates how people often struggle with spirituality due to life's situation. It follows this narrative for developing a sensitivity to those who struggle to find meaning on their spiritual journey.

Following the pastoral prayer, the minister of music prepared to lead the people in a hymn of praise. As the pastor reflected upon the worship service and the sermon he was to preach his mind drifted to the text for his sermon. It was the first passage of scripture he had heard read from the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Story Of Ptsd Series

Contributed by Gary Tate on Mar 6, 2024

To those who have shared in the various effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (P.T.S.D.)

Authors Notes We can at times ask the questions such as, why did this happen or why me or perhaps where God was as this developed? This book may not be an answer to all these questions, but I believe this document may help anyone start or continue the process to recovery. There is much that has not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Other

You Are God's Holy Temple Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 2, 2017

In this passage Paul wants to share that in Jesus the Messiah we can experience ONENESS , PEACE and BE THE LIVING TEMPLE OF GOD.

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 Theme: You are God's Holy Temple! In this passage Paul wants to share that in Christ we can experience ONENESS , PEACE and BE THE TEMPLE OF GOD. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! This morning as I look around it is easy to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Truth Telling

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 8, 2010

Paul sharing his faith before Festus - email for PowerPoint slides - gcurley@gcurley.info

Truth Telling Reading: Acts chapter 26 verses 19-29. ill: 4 boys entered the classroom at school two hours late; • And nervously, rather sheepishly; • They told their teacher they were late due to a flat tire. • The teacher knowing what rascals these 4 boys were decided to test their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-29

Denomination: Brethren

To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 5, 2018

Eulogy and interment service for a faithful brother in the Lord. To offer hope and comfort for the family during the time of their loss of a father, husband, son and brother. For the saint, there is a greater hope in death; than in life.

PART I INTRODUCTION Eulogy Remarks Welcome to this “going home celebration, of Brother Somebody.” At this time I offer my sincere condolences and prayers of comfort to all here present, in this assembly. To Somebody’s wife (Her Name), his children (sons and daughters) and grandchildren, immediate ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-21, John 14:1-3, John 11:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Scary Movie: Fear Of Death #4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 25, 2019

Salvation is a gift from God

How do I overcome this nagging feeling that there must be more to life than death? Image: (two minute video clip of Movie deaths and followed by fears from the congregation) For your information those fears listed at the end of our video this morning were fears we texted that we hoped and prayed ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:13, 1 Corinthians 15:26, Daniel 12:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life On The Flip Side

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 29, 2009

One side was fear, the other side was life. One side was a hopeless man, the other side was a God who loves to breath new hope and life. One side is cruel kids, the other side is broken hearts.

Life on the Flip Side Resurrection Sunday, Apr 12 2009, John 20:11-18 Intro: A simple coin has two sides. We look at one side at a time, and without a mirror or some other tool we can only look at one side at a time – we can’t see the other unless we flip it over. As I walked towards ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

What's The Verdict?

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 25, 2002

Everytime God’s Word is shared, there is a verdict in people’s hearts. What’s the verdict in your heart?

Acts 17:1-12: SO WHAT’S THE VERDICT? Recently in the news, there’s the story of the actor, Robert Blake. Maybe you’ve heard about this one – a famous actor living in California – married to the wrong person. His wife is shot and killed, and now, the police say that the evidence is pointing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran