Sermons on Tough:

Fear Less

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Jul 15, 2018

Knowing who God is lessens the grip of fear as you walk through difficult circumstances. This message is also a wonderful affirmation of the person of our Holy God.

“FEAR LESS” PSALM 46 Black Bart was a professional thief whose name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to New York, his name became synonymous with the danger of the frontier. Between 1875 and 1883, he robbed 29 different stagecoach crews. Amazingly, Black ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message Fro My Dad

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

My Father was not a rich man, by the world's standards but in my eyes he was was wealthy beyond measure. He was my best friend.

My Dad, My Friend He was born January 1 1933, the son of a share cropper and his wife; Olee and Bessie Lee of Coward S.C. They called him J.T. but we call him Daddy. He told stories of the many hardships he suffered growing up, like the struggle for an education. Whenever we would complain about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Window Of Witness: Simeon & Anna, Do You Wait Well?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

Have you ever been a witness to something you knew was important? Have you seen something maybe you weren't supposed to see? Something bad? Uh oh, I better call the police. Or, have you witnessed something beautiful? A "God moment" you might say? Yes, God is in this.

Have you ever been a witness to something you knew was important? Have you seen something maybe you weren't supposed to see? Something bad? Uh oh, I better call the police. Or, have you witnessed something beautiful? A "God moment" you might say? Yes, God is in this. But better yet, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-28, Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Salvation Army

God’s Finished Work Of Creation Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 6, 2023

35 verses give us a complete insight into the mind of God as author, creator, sovereign, all-powerful, and later even as redeemer. In these verses we can see Him and all that He is, and choose to worship Him in His glory!

Alpha and Omega, Part 6 God’s finished work of Creation Genesis 1:26 – 2:4 Introduction - We’ve begun the year with “one purpose”: Knowing there is a God! -- Just as a building requires a builder, a creation must have a Creator - Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; looking at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31, Genesis 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Psalm 121:4, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The End

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 14, 2019

We see three responses to Jesus' death: despair, deliberation from a distance, and conversion. Which group do you most identify with? The cross confronts us with a decision.

Luke 23:44-49 The End Have you ever felt like you’re at a dead end? Like you didn’t really know how to go forward? Maybe you were in a dead-end relationship. Or a dead-end job. Or a dead-end health prognosis. It can be a very hard place to be. Today we’re going to start at the end. But don’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49, 1 Corinthians 15:19, John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For Self-Examination Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Nov 25, 2018

Self-examination fuels spiritual formation. If you aren't growing closer to God, you're falling away from Him.

John Wesley (1703-91), English theologian, evangelist, and founder of Methodism, was so concerned with building a righteous fellowship that he devised a series of questions for his followers to ask each other every week. Some found this rigorous system of inquiry too demanding and left. Today, the ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:1-40

Denomination: Other

Simple - Pt. 4 - Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

Worship I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. People's choice in music (Bob Dylan). The cloud (all this stuff up there somewhere and somehow we can access at will). Commitment to soap operas and reality shows. Oklahoma weather. However, faith was never supposed to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Agony In The Garden Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 4, 2022

Based on Mark 14:32-50 - Reminds hearers that Jesus' submission to His Father's will is critical to our salvation.

“AGONY IN THE GARDEN” Mark 14:32-50 FBCF – 4/3/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Man-Up” Wed AM: Wind howling outside the church. Men praying inside the church. Started by praying through Psalm 42. Verses 5-6, 11 – “Why are you downcast, O my soul, & why are you in turmoil within me?” The Psalmist ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-50

Denomination: Baptist

Awol --- Absent Without Leave, Suppose

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 4, 2022

David ask: HOW ARE THE MIGHTY FALLEN! Awol means absent without leave. How soon can we leave the battle and not be where God has called us.

ABSENT WITHOUT LEAVE… AWOL… SUPPOSE BY Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Two part HAVE WE EVER HEARD: A LINE DRAWN IN THE SAND? ARE YOU FOR US OR AGAINST US? Matthew 12:30 He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad. 2 Timothy 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4, 2 Samuel 11:1-4, 2 Samuel 1:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making Of Godly Fathers

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 13, 2024

A dad is a partner with God in making disciples of his children. The greatest characteristics of God to me is that He is a Father. He is our everlasting Father. He is a Father to the fatherless.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “They will never stop looking at you.” INTRODUCTION: FATHERLESSNESS: All children have a father, but not all children have a father in their life. An estimated 24.7 million children (33%) live absent their biological father. According to 72.2 % of the U.S. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Can I Do? Having Done All!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 22, 2024

God desires us to depend on him. What can I do? Sometimes all we can do is to stand still and allow God to bring deliverance.

WHAT CAN I DO? HAVING DONE ALL… MY PEA PATCH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHAT CAN I DO? WHAT FEAR TRIES TO REIGN OUR HEARTS DURING THE STORMS? FEAR, DOUBT AND WORRY WILL DRIVE OUR BOATS DURING THE FIERCE STORMS... DO WE FEAR THE CRUSHING, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:29, Ephesians 6:13, 2 Samuel 11:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Christ Came To Jerusalem As King Series

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Mar 25, 2024

Today is Psalm Sunday when we remember and celebrate that Jesus Christ came to Jerusalem as King.

Today is Psalm Sunday when we remember and celebrate that Jesus Christ came to Jerusalem as King. But he came to Jerusalem as a king with a difference. So today we will look at the following: Jesus Christ fulfilled the Old Testament prophesies about his entry into Jerusalem. The crowds cried out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Zechariah 9:9, Psalm 118:26, Isaiah 61:11

Denomination: Baptist

He Ain’t Heavy He’s My Brother PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the concept of being our brother's keeper, emphasizing our responsibility towards our family and others, and how we can support them in difficult times, following the example set by Jesus.

Good morning, family! Have you ever thought about what it means to be your brother’s keeper? Today we're going to dive in and really explore what it means in our lives. In Genesis 4:9, after Cain had done the unthinkable and murdered his brother Abel out of jealousy, God asked him, "Where is Abel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:9

Topics: Responsibility, Family

I Know What To Do, So Why Don't I Do It? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The struggle between the flesh and the Spirit in a believer's life, emphasizing the need to rely on the Holy Spirit's power to overcome sin and choose righteousness.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're diving deep into the book of Romans, unpacking a passage that explores the struggle of the flesh, the power of the Spirit, and the choice of the believer. The Christian life is not a walk in the park, y'all; it's a journey marked by trials, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:16-20

Topics: Excuses

The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore how the joy of the Lord serves as a deep-seated strength for believers, sustaining them through challenging times.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful message from the book of Nehemiah, chapter 8, verse 10. Here's what the scripture says: "Nehemiah said, 'Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Topics: Joy, Lord