Sermon Illustrations on Stability
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When Humility - Contemporary Example
Last summer, I had the privilege of witnessing a remarkable transformation in a young woman named Sarah. Once a vibrant leader in her community, she found herself at a crossroads when her life plans unraveled. After losing her job, Sarah...
When Faith - Contemporary Example
One evening, I sat down with my granddaughter, Lily, who was diligently working on a school project about trees. As we sifted through her materials, she exclaimed, “Grandpa, look at this! Did you know that some trees can grow in...
The Example of Love - Contemporary Example
In a small town, there lived a woman named Ruth, known for her unwavering faith and love for her community. Ruth had faced her share of trials—loss, illness, and the weight of loneliness—but she always seemed to rise above. What...
The Example of Love - Story
Last summer, I had the privilege of visiting a small, quaint village in the countryside, where time seemed to stand still. There, I met an elderly woman named Ruth, whose weathered hands often found their way to the garden she...
A Story of Wisdom - Story
There was a time in my life when I faced a crossroads, much like those we all encounter, where I had to decide whether to follow my own plans or seek God's guidance. I vividly remember sitting on a park...
When Courage - Contemporary Example
In a small town not far from here, a young woman named Anna faced an insurmountable challenge. She had always dreamed of becoming a nurse, a calling rooted in her desire to help others. But as she approached her final...
The Example of Peace - Story
In a small village nestled between rolling hills lived an elderly potter named Thomas. His hands, worn but skilled, shaped clay into delicate vessels that radiated beauty. Thomas had a deep understanding of how the pottery process mirrors our spiritual...
The Example of Grace - Contemporary Example
A few months ago, a friend of mine, Sarah, faced a mountain of uncertainty when her husband lost his job unexpectedly. With two children and a mortgage, the weight of fear pressed heavily upon her. Through it all, she felt...
When Redemption - Contemporary Example
Lily was a single mother living in a small apartment, juggling multiple jobs to provide for her two young children. Life had thrown her one curveball after another: losing her job due to the pandemic, struggling with anxiety, and facing...
The Example of Peace - Contemporary Example
There’s a story I once heard about a man named David, who lived in a small town. David had a reputation for being gruff and unyielding, a distant figure even among friends. His heart had grown hard after a betrayal—one...
The Example of Faith - Contemporary Example
There’s a story I want to share about a woman named Clara, a beloved member of our community who faced one of life's fiercest storms. Clara had always been a beacon of faith, but when her husband was diagnosed with...
Lessons from Wisdom - Story
There’s a story about an elderly man named Mr. Johnson who lived in a small town, known for his wisdom and unwavering faith. Every Sunday, he would sit on the church steps, greeting folks as they came and went, sharing...
The Example of Goodness - Contemporary Example
A few years ago, I met a woman named Clara in our community. Life had thrown a multitude of challenges her way. A single mother, she juggled two jobs to provide for her three children, each day waking before dawn...
When Redemption - Story
There was a man named David, who lived in a small town. For years, he struggled with the weight of his past mistakes, feeling as though he was confined to a life of regret. One day, while walking through the...
Lessons from Wisdom - Contemporary Example
There’s a story of a young man named Jamal who grew up in a neighborhood bustling with challenges. He faced the pressures of temptation and uncertainty every day. Yet, Jamal had a grandmother who instilled in him the wisdom of...
When Humility - Story
Once, in a small town, there lived a beloved elderly man named Mr. Thompson. He was known for his gentle spirit and unwavering faith, often seen tending to his garden, nurturing each plant as if it were a cherished friend....
When Humility - Contemporary Example
In a quiet town, there lived a woman named Sarah who had spent her life serving others. From the moment she woke to the time she laid her head down to sleep, her calendar overflowed with volunteer commitments—soup kitchens, mentoring...
The Power of Understanding - Contemporary Example
A few months ago, I had the privilege of visiting a woman named Clara in our community who had recently lost her husband. Their marriage had been a shining example of love and faith, built on years of understanding and...
The Example of Goodness - Story
There once was a humble carpenter named Elias who lived in a small village. Known for his unwavering integrity, he transformed not only wood into furniture but also hearts into vessels of trust and goodness. One winter, the village faced...
The Lighthouse in the Storm
A lighthouse stands firm against the fiercest storms, not because it fights against them, but because it is built on a solid foundation. Its light continues to shine, providing guidance to ships even