Sermons on Worry And Anxiety:

Lost And Afraid Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 20, 2006

To paraphrase FDR, when we walk with God, we have nothing to fear but fear itself.

Lost and Afraid Isaiah 43:1-7 June 18, 2006 Today’s sermon is the third in a series on LOST. Being lost is an experience of having our world torn apart. Being lost is having the familiar things that get us through the day disappear. Being lost is not knowing where to turn or who to turn to. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Life's Too Short To...fear The Future, Prt. 2 Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 24, 2005

Examines five ways in which fear demonstrates a lack of faith. (This sermon can’t be properly understood without part 1).

Life’s Too Short To Fear The Future, prt. 2 Part 8 in series, “Life’s Too Short To…” Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 22, 2005 Nenien C. McPherson, Jr., says that the fear of falling and the fear of loud noises are the only fears that are natural to us. There are only two, he says, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

When You Are Scared – There Is Always Faith

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006

How do we deal with fear.

When you are scared – There is always Faith Luke 8:22-25 Gladstone Baptist Church – 6/11/05 am – Children’s Service Hello, Boys and Girls, I’ve got a few things here this morning to show you. First of all, I have a toy boat. This reminds me that we are approaching Summer. A lot of people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Four Steps Down The Mountain

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 29, 2006

Jesus Four-step Approach to Fear

Ps 27 John Ortberg in his book- If You Want To Walk On Water You’ve Got To Get Out Of The Boat notes this about fear: - The single command in Scripture that occurs more often then any other-God’s most frequently repeated instruction-is formulated in two words: - Fear Not. Do not be afraid. Be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Will You Do Wirh The Peace Of God

Contributed by Dan Yaw on Jan 26, 2001

God offers peace to all. What will you do about this offer?

"WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH THE PEACE OF GOD?" LUKE 19:41-44; JOHN 16:28-33 I. WE CAN REJECT GOD’S PEACE (LUKE 19:41-44) A. The Reality of Rejection (19:41-42) 1. Christ’s visit (See v.44) 2. Christ’s view (v. 42) a. Looked back: wasted opportunities ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44, John 16:28-33

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Sure Or Superstitious?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2001

Many people are controlled by various superstitions, but Christians should be controlled by Christ.

ARE YOU SURE OR SUPERSTITIOUS? Ps. 27:1 “The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid?” INTRO.- ILL.- In front of a delicatessen, an art connoisseur noticed a mangy little kitten, lapping up milk from a saucer. He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embrace The Triangle Of Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

The third in the series. About not taking risks or chances. Not having faith/trusting in God. Being crippled by fear. Something like that.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians (3) Embrace the Triangle of Mediocrity Cardiff Heights Baptist Church 16 January 2000 Summer is one of my favourite TV watching times of the year. With all the tennis and cricket it is very easy to be wholeheartedly mediocre. But there was a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Forgetting The Fear

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 24, 2000

Where does real fear come from? And, when it comes, how can we get it to go?

I. When God Says To “Fear Not,” It’s Not a Suggestion A. Isaiah 41:10 ~ “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed for I am with your God. I will strengthen you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” 1. “I’m afraid so.” 2. “I’m afraid not.” 3. “I’m afraid; I’m afraid; I’m ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

A Life Of Quiet Brokenness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 11, 2000

Living with brokenness, living with suffering

"A Life of Quiet Brokenness" Romans 8:18-25 We gather in worship, in prayer, in meditation to make personal the life, the suffering, the death, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. We come with our struggle of making Jesus someone who is real and alive for us in this day and age. We come with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Fooling The Magician

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

We fool the magician (Satan, the master illusionist) by refusing to believe the illusion, pulling back the curtain and trusting the unseen reality.

Some of you may have seen David Copperfield perform his magic. His act includes a lot of glitzy conjuration, including: levitating himself, being sawn in two, and making things appear and disappear. Using illusion, he has carried the art to the extreme. He has “walked through” the Great Wall of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Methodist

Restoring America

Contributed by Gary Waguespack on Oct 18, 2000

America’s problems are not sin, promiscuity, abortion, etc., but the church’s abandoning the "Ark," the Sacrifice and Prophetic Word. Restoration is the cure!

Restoring the Ark, the Sacrifice and the Prophetic Word! 1 Samuel 7:12 and context. Intro: Keith Miller’s wife had a Red VW and took her kids to an Animal Farm. She parked down a road and went in. While she was looking around, an Elephant named Millie sat on her “bug,” squishing the front end. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fear The Lord And Be Delivered From All Your Fears Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS

BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS I. (:1-3) PRAISE = OUR PRIMARY MISSION Do you ever wonder what God’s will is for your life? To Praise Him all the time! A. (:1) Bless the Lord for Rescuing You / Don’t Blame the Lord for your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conquering Fear Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

ONLY FAITH IN GOD CAN CONQUER FEAR OF MAN

BIG IDEA: ONLY FAITH IN GOD CAN CONQUER FEAR OF MAN INTRODUCTION: Fear is a powerful, paralyzing force I. (:1-2) FEAR OF MAN IS THE NATURAL REACTION TO PERSISTENT OPPRESSION A. How does it feel to be Trampled Upon all day long? “Be gracious, O God, for man has trampled upon me” “My foes have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Untouchables Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

NO FEAR WHEN YOU DWELL IN THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY

BIG IDEA: NO FEAR WHEN YOU DWELL IN THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY INTRODUCTION: cf. theme of "NO FEAR" promoted on athletic apparel, TV commercials, etc. cf. concept of product warranties and guarantees How close are you living to God? I. (:1-4) LIVING CLOSE TO GOD GUARANTEES PROTECTION FROM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Deal With Accusations And Criticisms - Deut 19:17-20

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to Deal with Accusations and Criticisms - Deut 19:17-20

How to Deal With Accusations and Criticism - Deut 19:17-20 Fixing our eyes on Jesus, Who is the leader and the Source of our Faith and also its finisher (bringing our faith to maturity and perfection). He for the joy (Of obtaining the prize) that was set before Him, endured the cross, despising ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 19:17-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational