Sermons on Valley Of Shadows:

Sermon # 12 - The Way Of The Cross Part 1 - Dealing With Loneliness Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 8, 2025

There are so many people who are lonely because of various reasons. Jesus the Son of God, experienced loneliness and desertion too. Jesus died in our place to reconcile us back to God and has promised those who trust in Him that He will be with us from now to eternity, so we never need be alone.

We read in Mark 14:50, “And they all left Him and fled.” These messages for the next two or three weeks will focus on the way of the cross that Jesus had to undergo. As the time drew near for Jesus to be crucified, He faced some of the loneliest moments, when all of His disciples deserted Him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:50, Matthew 26:33, Genesis 37:24, Genesis 37:11, Matthew 14:3, Mark 1:40, Romans 6:23, Mark 15:7, Matthew 27:21, Matthew 27:26, 1 Peter 2:22, 1 Peter 2:24, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

"soar Like An Eagle!"

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 24, 2025

Vision is defined as the ability to think about or place the future, plan the future with imagination and wisdom. It is also defined as an idea or a mental image of something.

Soar like an Eagle! Isaiah 40:28-31 This passage is one of two passages of scripture that I call my life verses. Now in case you don’t know what that means, life verses are verses God has used to speak directly to your heart, and they become a theme for your life. So, Denise and I are now entering ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Nobleman's Faith

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Feb 24, 2023

We need a faith that can conceive the invisible; we need a faith that can believe the incredible; we need a faith that can receive the impossible.

If you have ever been to a circus, you have seen elephants tied to a chain that is connected to a stake in the ground. You may not realize that that stake is only eighteen inches long and that an elephant can easily pull that stake up, because a grown up man has to pull the stake up to free the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Message For Timothy George Callas, Sr. Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Oct 7, 2025

This funeral sermon eulogizes the legacy of a great man and invites the family to continue following in his footsteps.

Obituary: Timothy George Callas Obituary In Loving Memory of Timothy George Callas Sr. Timothy George Callas Sr., age 73, peacefully departed this life on October 2, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends. A man of deep compassion, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Spirit Activate PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 3, 2023

This sermon explores harnessing hope in pain, finding healing through praise, and experiencing harmony amidst chaos, all through the unchanging nature of God.

Good morning, cherished family of God. It's a joy to be with you today, as we gather in the house of the Lord to seek His face, to learn from His Word, and to encourage one another in our shared faith. We are here, not because we've got it all figured out, but because we recognize our need for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-3

Topics: Praise, Lord

The Ability Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Encourages believers to find hope in God's strength, heed His promises during challenging times, and honor Him through unwavering trust.

Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to be standing here before you, in this sacred space, where we gather as a community of believers to engage with God's Word. Today, we are turning our hearts and minds to the book of Jude, specifically verses 24 and 25: "Now to Him who is able to keep you from ...read more

Topics: Trusting, God's Strength

Wisdom From Above: Living In Light Of The Victory Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Ah wisdom, who can have it? Who can live wisely in such a strange corner of the universe? Who can live on this place they call Earth? More so, who can live rightly?

Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Ephesians 5:15-17 ESV Ah wisdom, who can have it? Who can live wisely in such a strange corner of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Ephesians 5:15-17, Psalm 23:4, Proverbs 10:23, John 8:32, Ecclesiastes 8:1, Luke 21:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

I Am Not A Victim: The Christian Life Is An Abundant Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 21, 2022

God takes broken things and makes them new. And abundantly new. Abundantly beautiful.

“Slats Grobnik scratched out a few bucks selling Christmas trees. Just before Christmas, when all the trees had been picked over, a ragged couple came onto the lot. As they turned the price tag over on each tree, it was obvious that they didn’t have enough money to buy one. Then the woman spied a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-19, 2 Peter 1:3-8, John 10:10

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Prayer Of Jabez - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Dec 10, 2001

Continuation of series of sermons on Jabez’s prayer.

A lot can be learned of how a man’s life is spent at the conclusion of his days. History on all of us is still being written. For most of us, we have not reached the apex of our existence. There are chapters to be written in our lives that we cannot imagine. There are chapters of joy. There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Desert

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Dec 15, 2001

3rd Sunday in Advent, Year A; The world is looking for the kind of joy God has promised us in Christ, but it is a deeper joy than just saying, "Don’t worry, be happy!"

"The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the LORD, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lazarus Man

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Mar 17, 2001

Easter, Jesus

The message of Easter is the central theme of Christianity: Jesus Christ has power over death, hell and the grave! Illustr. – Christian and Muslim sitting together on a plane. (LAZARUS) John 11:21-26; 38-44 (READ) Now that is one awesome, true story! One of the events I would like to have seen ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope For The Hurting Series

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 21, 2003

The first in a series of three sermons dealing with the hurts in life and how God expects us to handle them.

Today we are going to start a new series, a series that I have entitled Hope for the Hurting. Maybe you are thinking this morning, “Pastor James, that sounds wonderful, but right now, I’m not hurting, and I have plenty of hope.” Well, that’s great, because this message is for you, too. You see, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Incomparable Christ

Contributed by James May on Jun 26, 2005

To what or to whom can we compare Christ? Is there anything in this present world better than Jesus?

THE INCOMPARABLE CHRIST By Pastor Jim May There is a song that we sing that goes like this: Lord you are more precious than silver Lord you are more costly than gold Lord you are more beautiful than diamonds And nothing I desire compares to you. Those are some wonderful words, and when they are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:18-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ship Of Dreams: Titanic Series

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

Although, stereotypically, we think that young women are looking for romance from films, while men crave for adventure, in fact all of us, if we are honest, long for both.

--note-- 1997, 20th Century Fox Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet - - - - - I wasn’t very keen to see Titanic when it first came out. A few particularly bad experiences of sea sickness in small boats, miles from land, coupled with thoughts of how terrifying it would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1

Denomination: *other

What Is An Overcomer?

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 7, 2010

In Christ we have been given all the tools we need to remain steadfast until the end.

WHAT IS AN OVERCOMER? Rev. 2:1 – 3:22 Sermon Objective: In Christ we have been given all the tools we need to remain steadfast until the end. SERMON INTRO: I have read it to you before but it bears repeating and is certainly germane. Listen closely and allow it to stir within you. "I'm a ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene