Sermons on words of encouragement: showing 121-135 of 184,633

The Need For Encouragement Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

Everyone needs a pat on the back from time to time, but we are also to be the one giving the pat on the back from time to time.

The Need for Encouragement 1 Samuel 23:15-18 Intro Jonathan’s experience with David illustrates the reality of the ministry of encouragement. Romans 15:5 says “May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus.” So, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Encouragement Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Spiritual Gifts Series - 10 of 13.

THE GIFT OF ENCOURAGEMENT Romans 12:8 INTRO: Two old Texas cowboys were riding across the range one day when they came upon a herd of buffalo. They paused for a moment to look at those great animals. Then one cowboy said to the other, "Have you ever seen an uglier varmint than that?" The other ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

Barnabas The Encourager Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

Barnabas was the friend that helped Paul overcome his bad image and become an accepted spokesman of the faith. Barnabas went on to play a major role in the history of Paul

Words are powerful tools of influence. All of us can speak words and so all of us have the power to encourage or discourage others. The life of Victor Sirebianca is a radical illustration of the power of words. His teacher said to him, "You are a dummy. You will never graduate. You will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

A Word Of Conclusion For The Church Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 9, 2021

As Paul concludes the first letter to the Thessalonian church, he offers a final exhortation and encouragement. They faced much adversity, but the Lord would abide faithful, guiding them in ministry.

A Word of Conclusion for the Church 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-28 I think we could all agree that our study in this insightful epistle has been encouraging as well as challenging. Clearly the church in Thessalonica stands as a tremendous example for the church to follow. It is evident Paul loved the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Encouragement

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

Christians owe a lot to Barnabas. We owe Paul to him who went on to write 14 epistles. We also owe Mark to him who wrote the Gospel According to Mark. Thus, in a sense, we owe almost half of the New Testament to Barnabas, even if he did not write a singl

Intro: At the time of the writing of Hebrews, there was a great persecution. Our natural tendency during trials is to save our own skin or act to each his own. But Hebrews exhorts us to encourage one another. Encouragement is an act that helps someone be a better believer, even when life is rough ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: *other

Discourager Or Encourager

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007

We live in a world where people are finding themselves being put down, rejected and held back in so many ways. We must help them find Jesus so they can discover themselves.

DISCOURAGER OR ENCOURAGER 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Sunday, July 28, 2002 In the book "Growing Deep in the Christian life", there’s a great story explaining how we face opposition. It tells about a man getting ready to make an around-the-world voyage in his homemade boat. Without exception everyone ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Church Of God

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 23, 2021

Taming our tongue is probably one of the hardest things we have to do. But thankfully it is not what we have to do by ourselves or in our own strength.

Taming the Tongue James 1:26 James 3:1-12 Good Morning/ Taming your tongue could be one of the hardest things you do Question- Have you ever said something that you wish you could take back? Have you ever realized that such a small muscle (3-4”) in your mouth could get you into so much ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

5 Key Words To Inspire Christians

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

5 key words to inspire Christians. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Colossians chapter 2 verses 1-5. Ill: A new student won first prize at a recent Science Fair. • In his project he urged people to sign a petition demanding; • Strict control or total elimination of the chemical “di-hy-dro-gen mon-oxide.” And for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Brethren

Encouragement For The Present Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 28, 2010

These people were only a few years out of the despair that failure brings but they were repentant & becoming obedient. So God gives them the assurance that He has responded to their repentance & obedience & has purposed a time of blessing.

ZECHARIAH 8: 9-17 ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE PRESENT Although the previous prophecies in Zechariah 8:1-8 will only find their fulfillment in the establishment of Christ’s kingdom on earth the prophet does have an accompanying word of encouragement for the people of his generation. And from these ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

The 5 Love Languages - Words Of Affirmation Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 22, 2022

Looking at how we can better love one another and God through love languages. Using the book by Gary Chapman as a basis for the series.

5 Languages of Love Words of Affirmation April 24, 2022 We’re starting a new series today. It’s called The 5 Languages of Love and is based off of the book by Gary Chapman with the same title! I know that’s not super original for a title, but why reinvent the wheel. I’m going to be using his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7, Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Cheerleader: Encourager

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 6, 2024

We have many head-shirkers practicing in the church today. Arise my friends to become CHEERLEADERS and encouragers those that hands hang down.

BE A CHEERLEADER, AN ENCOURAGER. Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes) GO EASY ON HURTING PEOPLE. SOME HAVE COMPASSION, OTHERS DON’T. Will we love broken people? Will we love the disappointed, discouraged? I heard a preacher speaking. The church ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22, Psalm 51:10, Ezekiel 36:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Encouragement Of Discipline

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 21, 2002

The training, correcting, and molding of our character by the Lord is one of His greatest blessings in life.

The Encouragement of Discipline Hebrews 12:4-11 For the past two weeks we have been studying the twelfth chapter of Hebrews and learning how we can run the race of faith. The writer of Hebrews has used the illustration of a runner to teach us that we should cast aside everything that would ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encourage On Another

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 16, 2007

We are told to encourage each other, 1 Pet 5 tells us we are not alone in our suffering. Paul gives us guidelines for encouragement 1 Thess 5. When we suffer and can encourage others, it goes a long way.

Encourage one another Encourage ON another…in the faith We all experience trials in life. But we must know that even during these trials, we must remain constant in our faith. And every now and then, we need to be encouraged. And too, many around us, need our encouragement. Peter tells us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encouragement Pt 3 Anatomy Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is the third message on encouragement. This message focuses on the character of the encourager.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Anatomy of An Encourager” Introduction For a couple weeks last year, we explored the concept of encouragement. The Greek term variously translated in our English Bibles (urge, beg, comfort, exhort, encourage, advocate, counsel, help, ask) comes from a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Encouragement Works

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 24, 2002

exhortation to encourage others will help in spiritual battle against the tide of discouragement

Encouragement works Eph.6:21-24 21Tychicus, the dear brother and faithful servant in the Lord, will tell you everything, so that you also may know how I am and what I am doing. 22I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are, and that he may encourage you. 23Peace to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free