Sermons on Tough:

The Power Of Praise During Personal Struggles

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006

Praising Jesus for who we are in Him gives us the framework for finding victory and comfort during difficult times.

The Power of Praise during Personal Struggles Ephesians 1:1-14 As we read this passage, here are the three keys to learning the lesson we will focus on today. Before we being, let me tell you this: this is a rich passage of scripture. There is so much here that we could literally spend 6-7 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Loving God; Loving God's People

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 23, 2010

2 greatest commandments Love God, love people. In thaat order we will have and keep a healthy relationship with God and with the people we come in contact with everyday.

Loving God; Loving God’s people Matthew 22:37-40 Matthew 22:37-40 Loving God, Loving God’s people- that is a command from the Lord. It is not a suggestion. It is a commandment. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Nazarene

Nothing But The Truth Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 29, 2010

In most of our experiences, we find that it does not pay to be truthful and we end up not liking and not trusting the truth. We need to learn to love the truth, learn the truth and live the truth. We are most like our Lord when we are truthful.

Show video clip: Heart2Heart [Take A Look At Me] People hide their true selves. It's been said that honesty is the best policy. • It sounds like the simplest thing in the world; but being truly honest – with God, with others and even with ourselves - is a real challenge. In the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:16-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Know Where You Are Going Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 3, 2008

We are in teh midst of an amazing race. We need to know where we are going if we are going to win!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of you watch the show the Amazing Race? • The Amazing Race is one of those reality shows in which teams of two travel all around the world. • There are several legs to the journey. During each leg of the journey, the teams are presented with unique challenges ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Time To Run / A Life That Cheers Others On

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 12, 2016

May your faith life, your witness be an inspiration that cheers others on. The Scriptures are clear; it is time to run. Some of you, may be coasting or panting on the sidelines. It is time to run!

For those who are not familiar with an an Anglican Service; there are four Scriptures readings prior to the Message; Today's assigned readings are: Isiah 5:1-7; Psalm 80:1-18; Hebrews 11:29-12:2 and Luke 12:49-56. I enjoy listening to stories about people who will not give up; ...... stories of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Anglican

The Life Of Paul Part Vii - From Disaster To Destiny Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Aug 31, 2016

Paul's journey to his destiny in Rome.

INTRODUCTION • Last week how Acts 15 and the decision that kept us free in Jesus - grace. • We often speak of destiny at Water of Life. You are not an accident, but the truth is most of us don’t know how destiny unfolds. • I want to walk you through how Paul’s ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cup Of Salvation

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

What causes the psalmist to break out in his expression of love? The salvation of the Lord. Close to death, the Lord delivered him.

Psalm 116:1-19 The Cup of Salvation 4/20/00 Introduction Some of you may have picked up in the order of service that we are going through the six psalms of ascent sung by pilgrims making their way to Jerusalem for the Passover. As would have been traditional, Jesus and his disciples most likely ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Heart Of A Worshipper Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 12, 2015

True worship is God-centered. It flows from the heart. It brings hope.

Neil Marten, a member of the British Parliament, was once giving a group of his constituents a guided tour of the House of Parliament. During the course of the visit, the group happened to meet Neil’s good friend, the Lord Hailsham, then Lord Chancellor, who was wearing his official robe ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Perfect Model For Marriage Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 10, 2015

5 observations about God's marriage (title and material adapted from an article by Al Janssen in Focus on the Family February 2002)

HoHum: Al Janssen- A few years ago, my wife, Jo, and I were walking through our neighborhood on a warm summer evening. I talked on and on about my day. “So, how was your day?” I asked Jo. “Did you have a good time at brunch?” That morning, Jo had met in a home with ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fan The Flame Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 26, 2017

Boldness, Faith, Power, The Gospel

FAITH OVER FEAR - Fan the Flame 2 Timothy 1:6-10 January 29, 2023 Introduction: So, I’m not sure if you’ve seen the movie “Castaway” starring Tom Hanks, but in the movie his plane goes down and he is the only one that survives the crash into the ocean…and he’s washed up ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Storm Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2014

We all move through storms in life, Jesus will always be there for us.

In the Storm Matthew 14:22-32 August 4, 2013 Do you ever feel like life is cruising along. The family is healthy, work is good, retirement is good, friends are good, there’s no real stress in life. All seems really, really good. You feel good about life, no cares, no worries. Even the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

119 - Pt. 1 - Walk, Weather, War Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 14, 2014

Lengthy and loaded. Confrontational and convicting. All reasons we very seldom (but need to) spend time in the One One Nine!

119 - Pt. 1 I. Introduction It is long. It is lengthy. It is passed over by those who prefer brevity. It is neglected by those who prefer short and sweet. It is shunned by the Reader's Digest crowd. However, in its great length is also has great depth. Multifaceted. It is rich. It is worth the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-175

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thankful People Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 23, 2011

How do we show God that we are truly thankful people?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Did you get enough to eat over the Thanksgiving holiday? My scale said GET OFF! • As I reflect on the issue of be thankful I want to share a few things I am thankful for. • I am thankful that there are not twice as many congressmen and half as many doctors. • I am thankful ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finish The Race/ The Saints Are Cheering Us On

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 12, 2010

My greatest cheerleader of all over the years, my mother who while dying from Leukemia would call and ask how she could pray for me. Updated February 2020. Who I held in my arms and while I sang Jesus name above all names she took her final breath. She to is cheering me on.

I enjoy listening to stories about people who will not give up; ...... stories of those who stay the course ... even though ... the "going ...gets tough". They are a source of great inspiration ... to all. Remember the man who came to Jesus and said, ..."I will follow you wherever ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Matthew 8:20, Luke 9:62, 2 Timothy 4:7, Hebrews 11:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

United For God’s Glory Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 6, 2011

God uses all kinds of people to do His work. You have a place in His church and your contribution is valuable. With such diversity in the team, it is senseless to compete and compare; we are called to cooperate. We serve to glorify God, He alone is our

What we learn last week: ?What God originates, He orchestrates. ?Expect challenges when doing God’s will. ?Don’t fear difficulties. Choose to look at them with eyes of faith, and not fear. Last Tuesday, I read these words from Bill Hybels?The Power of a Whisper (p.110-111): “Don’t ever buy into ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible