Sermons on Strengthen:

Barnabas Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 16, 2014

Barnabas our unsung hero of the faith became known as an encourager – he was so good at it - God changed his name from Joseph to Barnabas – which means encourager.

Unsung Heroes Sermon: Barnabas Scripture Texts: Acts 4:36-37: 36Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means Son of Encouragement), 37sold a field he owned and brought the money and put it at the apostles’ feet. Acts 9:26-31: 26When he (Paul) came to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Response To Suffering Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 12, 2018

Message 26 expands on the last message. It serves as an overview of Biblical teaching on suffering.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith’s Response to Suffering” Pt 2 REVIEW James issued some instructions to his readers regarding suffering and persecution. How would someone with strong trust in God respond to trials and suffering no matter the source? As we have observed throughout ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Honoring God’s Investment-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 2, 2014

1 of 3. Paul reminded Timothy of the significance of God’s investment in us. When do we honor the gravity of God’s investment? We honor the gravity of God’s investment when we are Thankful. We honor God’s investment thru Thankfulness for His...

HONORING GOD’s INVESTMENT-I—1Timothy 1:12-17 Attention: Thanksgiving place-setting ideas: ‘If you could invite anyone for Thanksgiving dinner, Who would it be? & Why? What would they discover about you? What are you most thankful for this year? 5 things for which you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Brag About Jesus, And Belonging To Him (1 Corinthians 1:10-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Don't brag about yourself, or your leaders. Also, be united: remember you are "of Christ," and not "of your pastor."

Today, we're going to try cover the rest of 1 Corinthians 1, all at once. It's a pretty big section, so let's just dive in. 1 Corinthians 1:10: (10) Now, I urge you, brothers , by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, (in order) that the same thing you may/shall all speak, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

8. Discernment – Separating Friends From Foes Series

Contributed by Shingirayi Gwete on Feb 26, 2022

There are enemies who are within the camp of God and pretend to be serving Christ, yet they are deceivers who have been sent by the devil to abuse the flock. In this sermon we will focus on how to identify whether a person has been sent by God or by the devil.

In the previous chapter we learnt that there are some enemies who are within the camp of God and pretend to be serving Christ, yet they are deceivers who have been sent by the devil to abuse the flock. In this chapter we will focus on how to identify whether a person has been sent by God or by the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1, Revelation 2:2, 1 Corinthians 2:14, John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 12:10, 1 Kings 14:1-6, Jeremiah 33:3, Deuteronomy 18:22, Matthew 7:22-23, Jeremiah 14:14, Ezekiel 13:3, Ezekiel 13:6, Jonah 3:4, Matthew 24:24, Acts 16:16-18, Deuteronomy 13:1-3, Isaiah 8:20, 1 Corinthians 14:33, Malachi 3:6, 2 Timothy 3:16, Genesis 2:17, Matthew 7:16-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

God Will Not Be Mocked (Exodus 8:16-32) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 30, 2021

Mocking God: telling him one thing, and then doing another.

Let's start today by reminding ourselves about the frogs, and where things stand with Yahweh, and Moses, and Aaron, and Pharaoh. Exodus 8:1 (I didn't realize how different the Hebrew numbering was until I'd finished last week, and I'm too lazy to change it; my bad; English Bibles ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:16-32, Galatians 6:1-8

The Obligation Of The Gospel (Romans 1:8-16) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 16, 2022

The gospel isn't just a gift we are given. It is a gift we are entrusted with.

The Obligation of the Gospel Romans 1:8-17 Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Romans, chapter 1. I’d like you to imagine two scenarios with me as we start off this morning. First scenario: someone gives you a blender. Let’s say it’s a wedding shower, you’re about to get married, you’ve put ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Corporate Worship Is The Best Worship (Psalm 42:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 27, 2025

There's something special about worshipping God together. My starting point was wanting to study "deep calls to deep." Written during the covid insanity, when Christians were scared of, or banned from, public worship.

One of my kids asked me this week what it means, when "deep calls to deep." I told her, "I have no idea." But I promised her I'd study that next. And after using google, I found out that what we are going to work through this week, apparently, is Psalm 42. Let's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

A Strategy For Spiritual Strength

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Jan 26, 2007

Submission is a key to spiritual strength.

A STRATEGY FOR SPIRITUAL STRENGTH 1 Peter 5:5-11 By Cleavon Matthews August 20, 2006 INTRODUCTION It was a brilliant and bold declaration to the believers. They were pilgrims of the dispersion in the region of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia. They were willing participants in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing Death

Contributed by Frank Lay on Oct 4, 2004

Even in the face of death believers in Jesus Christ can experience God’s presence, know God’s power to fulfill God’s purpose, and rest in God’s promises.

FACING DEATH 2 Timothy 4:17-18 Who said, living for Jesus is easy? The fact is, it may cost you your very life. Paul was in prison for preaching the gospel of Christ. Can’t you detect a note of sadness in these words? A note of sorrow? Paul was feeling all alone. Some of you may be going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

"The Disciple's Heritage: Multiplication" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 20, 2004

Beyond becoming like Christ, what should be the disciple’s objective?

In the Great Commission, Jesus made it clear that every one of His disciples is called to reproduce himself. "Go to the people of all nations and make them my disciples. Baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and teach them to do everything I have told you. I will be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Invincible Authority Of Jesus

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 22, 2003

The authority of others is limited by time and boundaries as their authority will one day come to an end. But, the authority of Jesus never ends.

THE INVINCIBLE AUTHORITY OF JESUS Text: Mark 1:21-28 Someone anonymous once poignantly said something very profound about Jesus: "I am far within the mark when I say that all armies that ever marched, and all the navies that were ever built, and all the parliaments that ever sat, and all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Transitional Theology

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Feb 1, 2003

Now it is my firm belief that in the midst of Transition and Uncertainty, the Prophetic Pastor must have a Logos about Theos regarding the Ethos of the Times. He must have a Word about God regarding the Mood of the Times!

I need not pause to suggest how delighted I am to be in your midst. My prayer is that God will grant you the desires of your hearts and mature you in Christlikeness. I want to use this Preaching Moment to highlite this headline: Transitional Theology. The Text I have tagged and targeted for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Thorns Of Life

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2005

God often allows trouble and trials to come into the life of His children. The life of Paul provides us with great insight into dealing with the thorns of life.

THE THORNS OF LIFE 2 CORINTHIANS 12:1-10 Introduction: God often allows trouble and trials to come into the life of His children. God could have kept Daniel out of the lions’ den. He could have kept Job from Satan’s assault. He could have kept the three Hebrew children out of the fiery furnace. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

We are to comfort, encourage, give courage to others.

A Word of Encouragement Foundational Text: Romans 15:2 Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification. This morning I would like to begin by giving you some famous quotes concerning giving an encouraging word. I believe it will help to set the tone, or purpose of this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:2

Denomination: Pentecostal