Sermons on Total Despair:

The Lamb And The 144,000: A Picture Of Redemption And Allegiance

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Jan 24, 2025

The redeemed are described as following the Lamb wherever He goes. This speaks of total devotion and obedience to Christ, even when it is costly or unpopular.

The Lamb and the 144,000: A Picture of Redemption and Allegiance Scripture: Revelation 14:1–5 Introduction The book of Revelation often feels mysterious and complex, but it is ultimately a book of hope and victory. Revelation 14:1–5 gives us a stunning picture of the redeemed standing with the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Count The Cost Of Discipleship Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of discipleship, emphasizing that while salvation is a free gift, it requires total commitment and surrender of one's life to Jesus.

Welcome church! How many of you here today have ever been students before? Probably most, if not all of us have been students at some point in our lives and so we have some understanding of what it takes from our time in elementary, middle, and/or high school. Whatever type of student you were in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Topics: Cost Of Discipleship, Eternal Life, Faith Growth

Why Must We Suffer?

Contributed by David Taylor on Apr 18, 2003

Instruction on the handling of suffering falls short because it leaves us with the resounding question of why, and it is in this sermon we see four reasons that Paul gave on why we suffer.

CBS News anchor Dan Rather admits he was always fascinated by the sport of boxing, even though he was never good at it. “In boxing you’re on your own; there’s no place to hide,” he says. “At the end of the match only one boxer has his hand up. That’s it. He has no one to credit or to blame except ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Principles To Being Sold Out

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 14, 2007

At times we have to strip ourselves of the stiff and wooden qualities and disrobe ourselves of the contentment and complacency that strangles our devotion to holiness and boldness.

Romans 1:13-17 There’s no doubt about Paul - he was sold out for Christ! He could not have accomplished such a life of faith without this trait! A verse that stands out regarding being sold out for God is... Matthew 6:33 “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness...” The word “seek” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Setback Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 6, 2017

Don't look at the big setback, see the big picture. Don't look at the big self, see the works of God. Don't look at the big things, listen to the voice of God.

Elijah had a great victory against the false prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. • He challenged the 450 prophets to call on their god to bring down fire and burn up the sacrifice. They failed, after a whole day of shouting. • At the time of the evening sacrifice, Elijah repaired the altar of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unsinkable People

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

Joseph Said: 1. Yes To All His Responsibilities 2. No To Temptation 3. No To Depression & Despair 4. Yes to God’s Control In His Life

Sun. July 4/93 Gen. 39 UNSINKABLE PEOPLE - They called her the "Millionaire’s Special". - Four city blocks long. Eleven stories high. - Powered by triple screws. - Protected by the latest most ingenious safety devices. - Luxurious and beautiful beyond words, - ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lemons Or Lemonade

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 19, 2007

How to recover from discouragement, despair, or feeling depressed, in a Biblical manner. (This uses some video clips - email me if you would like)

Lemons or Lemonade 1 King 19:1-18 (For the accompanying powerpoint - http://www.hueytownbaptist.com/pastorspage/sermondownloads.html) > (video of Joe verses the volcano – Pt 1) > Have you ever felt like Joe? The questions you ask would be: what’s the use? What’s next? Or how did I get here? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Shalom Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2012

Just like the disciples' hopelessness and despair was turned into joy and peace, so Jesus moves in our lives giving us the peace that passes all understanding.

John 20:19-31 “Shalom” INTRODUCTION Does is seem to you that Easter Day was a long time ago? So much has happened this past week and it feels like the loud proclamations, “He is Risen,” and “He is Risen Indeed,” are now only faint whisperings. Yes, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Purple Reign

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Dec 8, 2012

The world may be filled with the rain of despair, but we are covered by the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. We are covered by His Purple Reign. Updated November 2021.

For Those not Familiar with an Anglican Service there are 4 Scripture readings before the message is given. Today Scriptures were Jeremiah 33:14-16; Psalm 25:1-9; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 and Luke 21:25-36 In a neighborhood ......in the city of Kabul, ...a child plays on the sidewalk outside of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:20, Matthew 6:10, Romans 8:38-39, Philippians 2:10-11, 1 Corinthians 15:20-34, Revelation 21:4, Luke 21:25-36, Hebrews 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

From Heartache To Hope (The Thief Or The Giver Of Life?)

Contributed by David Simpson on Apr 18, 2014

An Easter message comparing the thief (Satan) to Jesus as the life giver. Will we choose his lies or choose HIS life? Will we live in despair or hope?

Sermon Lanier Christian Church Easter, April 20, 2014 David Simpson From Heartache to Hope (The Thief or The Giver of Life?) Romans 5:8, John 10:10; Romans 15:13 Romans 15:13 - May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Christian Church

Weak But Worth It

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 3, 2021

In our text Paul wants you to know if you are weak in your spirituality that you should not despair, because those that are strong should be stepping in to help.

TITLE: WEAK BUT WORTH IT SCRIPTURE: ROMANS 15:1-7 Let me begin this message by asking a few questions. How strong are you? • Are you strong in spirit or in mind or in both? • Are you strong in body and spirit but weak in mind, or are you strong in all three? • Are you weak when it comes to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Easter - At The Tomb

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 6, 2015

I want us to put ourselves in the sandals of the disciples. For some that will be easy because despair is not foreign to you. Bur for others, that may be more difficult because . . .

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) TEXT: Matthew 27:57-66 The disciples must have been devastated. They had been inspired by His teachings. And they had decided to follow Him. It had not been an easy road, but they had willingly left families, homes, & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Depression PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Even in our darkest moments of despair and depression, God is with us, providing strength and sustenance, and it's the knowledge of His love that can pull us through.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to be diving deep into a part of Scripture that isn't often discussed but is so relevant in our world today. We're going to be talking about the reality of depression, the power of faith, and the strength of pushing on. Charles Spurgeon once said, "I find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Topics: Faith

¿por Qué No Te Levantas Y Andas? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2025

Jesus meets us in our stuck places, inviting us to trust Him, refuse despair, and step forward in faith toward healing and new life.

Some of us walked in today smiling on the outside and stuck on the inside. We know how to look fine, but deep down we feel like that man by the pool—stalled, sidelined, and silently counting the years. We carry mats of memory—old disappointments, long habits, lingering hurts—and we wonder, Will ...read more

Topics: Sanidad, Fe

Resurrection Hope Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the despair felt by Jesus' followers after His crucifixion, the restoration of hope with His resurrection, and the eternal hope we have because of Easter.

Good morning, Church! I am so thankful you have chosen to worship with us this Easter. Today we are filled with a renewed hope because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He is risen! (He is risen indeed.) Have you ever thought about the fact that before Easter was a celebration of life, it was a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Topics: Resurrection, Hope, Easter

Sermon Series: Resurrecting Hope