Sermons on Significant Emotional Event:

"Disappointed With God"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 15, 2002

Dealing with despair...moving from fear to faith

"Disappointed With God" Rev Dr Robert G Leroe We see quite a contrast between chapters 18 & 19! Elijah moves from exhilaration and intense excitement to dejection, discouragement and depression after his miraculous contest against the prophets of Baal. From his mountain top experience he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

The Resurrection

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 19, 2011

Once the disciples had met the risen Christ, nothing could stop them preaching their message ... The resurrection was the fundamental premise of what they believed and preached. Such is the power of the gospel to change, challenge, and charge men and wome

Opening illustration: Joyce Hollyday tells the story of a school teacher who was assigned to visit children in a large city hospital who received a routine call requesting that she visit a particular child. The teacher took the boy’s name and room number, and was told by the teacher on the other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Harnessing Your Gifts In Times Of Struggle.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 30, 2024

Embrace and utilize your God-given gifts and talents while enduring your wilderness experience. This message provides rich inspiration and motivation to support your physical and spiritual growth. It's a powerful reminder that you can survive and thrive, even in the most challenging times.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:10-11) (NIV): “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11, Romans 12:6-8, James 1:2-4, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Pre-Tribulation Rapture

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Aug 8, 2025

The concept of the Rapture being ahead of the seven years Tribulation is based from a well grounded biblical facts, and Scripture supports this teaching with various verses and passages.

The Pre-Tribulation Rapture Details presented in this article are biblically supported. They are well-grounded, based on scriptural evidences and reasoning. In this article, I will be laying out Bible verses and passages related to the Pre-Tribulation Rapture. From a biblical perspective, this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:9

The 165-Degree Life Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 12, 2024

King David leans into thankfulness by offering intentional sacrifices, praising God through song, and reorienting his heart about God’s sovereignty while praying for God’s favor. We absolutely can do the same!

LAYERS OF THANKSGIVING 2024: THE 165-DEGREE LIFE 1 CHRONICLES 16:1-36 #layersofthanksgiving INTRODUCTION… How Pop-Up Turkey Timers Work home.howstuffworks.com/pop-up-timer.htm [adapted] This morning we are going to talk turkey. Millions of people throughout the United States sit down to a big ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:1-36, Colossians 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Esther Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

This sermon looks at the lessons learn from Esther's life

Esther Esther 4:1-16 The Book of Esther takes place nearly 2500 years ago in the city of Susa, just north of the Persian Gulf, and East of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in what is modern day Iran. The exiles from Judah had spent nearly 70 years as captives of the Babylonians. After ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Psalm 42 - One Of The Psalms Of The Sons Of Korah - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 16, 2022

Psalm 42 is the case of a son of Korah who went through depression and despair. He recounts his experience - his own state and feelings and what he knows to be the faithfulness of God. We continue in Part 2 to follow his experience as he works through his problems.

MESSAGE 2 - PSALMS OF THE SONS OF KORAH. PSALM 42 Part 2 Ron Ferguson ronaldf@aapt.net.au Psa 42 v 5 Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him for the help of His presence. Psa 42:6 O my God, my soul is in despair ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:5-8, Romans 4:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He's An On-Time God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023

Welcome, beloved friends, family, and fellow seekers of God’s grace. We gather together today, not by chance, but by the divine orchestration of our loving Creator, who has drawn us into His presence to share in the beauty of His Word. Here, we are nestled in the comforting embrace of fellowship, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Fullness Of Time

Christ Proclaimed: His Birth

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 29, 2000

A Christmas sermon

An unusually hot wind drove sand like needles into the faces of two dusty travelers as they made their way over yet another knoll. As his robe slapped viciously about his ankles, the man peered out from beneath his mantle at the small village that had been their destination. From this distance, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Orthodox

Should I Be Baptized? Series

Contributed by Aaron Jones on Feb 10, 2001

This sermon explores baptism in the process of salvation.

Billy Bartholomew was a rather interesting young boy. He had been going to church for a long time. Billy’s dad was a deacon. But Billy considered church to be rather boring. And so he saw it as his calling to spice things up a bit. Especially during baptisms. Little Billy was with his father on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sweetening Bitter Waters Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 18, 2018

Message 7 in our series tracking Israel's faith journey in Exodus. This messages explores the incident of bitter water.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch "Sweetening Bitter Water” Exodus 15:22-27 REVIEW The story of God's relationship with Israel graphically illustrates the reality of God's relationship with us. Therefore a study of their experience can bring deeper insight concerning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27, Matthew 8:16-17, 1 Peter 2:24-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Great Commandment

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 5, 2001

A clear answer to the question, "What Would Jesus Do?"

Mark 12:28-31 The Great Commandment INTRODUCTION: Charles Sheldon’s classic, In His Steps has achieved its greatest fame in the last few years. The novel about one church’s decision to live by the question, “What would Jesus do?” has inspired sequels, merchandise, clothing, and every ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

It's About Time, Pt. 2

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 25, 2005

Last of 4 part series on Money/Time Management. Link included to Formatted Text, Powerpoints and Handouts for each.

It’s About Time, pt. 2 Psalm 31:14-15 WHY MANAGE YOURSELF? If you don’t manage yourself, something else will and YOU may not accomplish what you really want to do. A. The scripture indicates that you should manage yourself. Eccles. 3:1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Journeying With Jesus Through Lent #6 ‘along The Road Of Joy To Rejection Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Apr 1, 2009

We reflect upon Jesus’ Triumphal Entry and our hopes in and expectations of Jesus, our Messiah, as he travels from Celebration and welcome, to rejection.

Mark 11:1-11 Sermon Series: Lent 2009 We reflect upon Jesus’ Triumphal Entry and our hopes and expectations in Jesus, our Messiah, as he travels from Celebration and welcome, to rejection. A SERMON FOR THE SIXTH SUNDAY OF LENT 2009 (Palm Sunday). Journeying with Jesus through Lent #6 ‘Along ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon On The Quality Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 16, 2021

Life is made up of many factors which contribute to the overall quality.

Craig D. Lounsbrough a licensed Professional Counsellor in the State of Colorado and ordained by the Evangelical Church Alliance once remarked: “Our egos are utterly convinced that ‘quality of life’ is found in the ‘domineering of life.’ And a very simple way to effectively destroy the whole of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, James 1:22-27, Proverbs 28:20