By Ross Harrison
Sermons from Hope Church in Dubuque, Iowa.
This morning's sermon continues the "Faith in Action" series, focusing on James 3:13-18. It contrasts two types of wisdom: the worldly, marked by bitter envy and selfish ambition, and the heavenly, characterized by purity, peace, and mercy. The sermon emphasizes...
Today Pastor Mark discusses James 3:1-12, emphasizing the profound impact and potential destructiveness of our words. He highlights the hypocrisy of using the same tongue to both praise and curse, stressing that true control over our words requires a heart...
Pastor Ross spoke today on how a genuine faith transforms how we live each and every day. He walks us through three main points of how genuine faith transforms who we are and questions us to look inside to see...
Pastor Marty spoke to how favoritism is inconsistent with our faith in Jesus. He speaks on James 2:1-13 showing the command James gives us to show no favoritism as all are equal in God's eyes. He then gives us four...
Pure religion, the sermon argues, involves two main things: listening intently to God's word and living it out obediently and intentionally. It emphasizes the importance of actively engaging with God's word and allowing it to transform behavior, leading to a...
Pastor Ross's sermon today focuses on the idea that while trials often bring temptations, God isn't the source of these temptations. Drawing from James 1:13–18, he emphasizes that temptations originate from our own desires. However, by anchoring ourselves in God's...
Pastor Marty introduces the new series on the book of James, emphasizing James' background and his aim to challenge believers to integrate faith into every aspect of their lives. He focuses on James 1:2-12, which urges believers to find joy...
Today we dive into our final sermon in our series. Pastor Ross brings us into the intimate moments surrounding Lazarus' resurrection, inviting us to ponder our own relationship with Jesus. The message resonates deeply as it unveils Jesus' declaration...
Jesus, walking with his disciples, describes himself as the true vine and God as the gardener, with his followers as the branches. He stresses that their main task is to abide in him. Abiding means finding identity, growing in communion,...
In the midst of uncertainty and chaos, Jesus offers peace, promise, and comfort to his disciples. He assures them of his identity as God in the flesh, promising them a place prepared in heaven. Jesus emphasizes that he alone is...
Emphasizing the qualities of a Good Shepherd – guiding, protecting, nurturing, and sacrificing for the sheep – the sermon calls on us to recognize and follow Jesus as their true Shepherd. We are encouraged to respond to Jesus' call,...
Todays sermon delves into John 10:1-10, where Jesus uses a shepherd and gate metaphor. Initially, the religious leaders don't grasp the analogy, prompting Jesus to clarify that he is the gate for the sheep. The sermon unfolds in two parts:...
This week focused on Jesus as the "LIGHT" of the world, referencing John 1:1–5 and John 8:12. The sermon highlighted Jesus as the eternal light that brings life and encouraged followers to seek truth in Him, trust Him for everlasting...
Jude urges believers to contend for the faith by being vigilant against false teachings, staying prepared through discipleship and prayer, and actively engaging in a mission of mercy towards others. The sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith, living in...
In this sermon, Pastor Ross emphasizes warning signs highlighted in Jude 1-16. He warns against ungodly influences and false teachers abusing God's grace, denying Jesus as Lord, and living fruitless, rebellious lives. The call to action is to turn to...
During this weeks sermon Pastor Ross talks about the value of serving in the Church. We get the opportunity to hear from multiple leaders in the Church about their area of ministry and the different opportunities for us to serve.
The sermon centers on serving on a mission for Jesus, referencing the Great Commission and 1 Peter 4:7–11. It emphasizes urgency, prayer, and the call to love deeply, practice hospitality, and serve faithfully. The goal is to reach many for...
Pastor Ross emphasizes the church's mission to connect people with God and stresses the importance of growing with others in Christ, drawing from Acts 2:42–47. The key principles include full devotion, radical generosity, constant togetherness, and daily evangelism. Believers are...
The sermon initiates a series on Hope's mission, focusing on connecting people with God. Drawing from Ephesians 2:13–18, Pastor Ross underscores Christ's role in reconciling and unifying believers, breaking down religious and cultural barriers. The sermon emphasizes Christ as peace,...
In this sermon, we explore the distinct images of Jesus portrayed in the four Gospels, emphasizing Luke's perspective on Christmas and Jesus' mission. Luke, a physician and companion of Paul, meticulously presents Jesus as both fully human and fully God....
In this sermon Pastor Mark takes us through the gospel of Mark and we see how Jesus is a God who serves. Jesus came as a servant to save us and we need to reflect to see how we can allow...
In this sermon, the focus is on the upcoming Christmas season and the celebration of Jesus as the Savior. The sermon introduces a series called "Pictures of Jesus," emphasizing the unique portraits of Jesus presented in the gospels. The sermon...
In this sermon the focus is on the concluding portion of the Lord's Prayer from Matthew 6. Pastor Ross highlights the significance of seeking God's protection and deliverance from temptation and the influence of the evil one. The sermon emphasizes...
In this sermon, Pastor Ross discusses the theme of daily dependence on Jesus. The sermon emphasizes the importance of constant connection to Christ, being pruned by God, and being rooted in the Bible as essential elements of true dependence. The...
This sermon delves into the importance of genuine confession, focusing on the specific portion of the Lord's Prayer: "Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." Pastor Marty explores the concept of confession by referencing Psalm 51,...
In this sermon Pastor Mark describes the act of surrendering to the Lord. He reads through Phillippians 2:5-11 to show how God comes before all and every knee will bow to Him. We need to acknowledge who God is and...
In this sermon, Pastor Ross begins by emphasizing the importance of starting prayers with adoration, revering God for who He is and what He has done. He references the Lord's Prayer, which Jesus used to teach the pattern of prayer....
In this sermon titled "Amen," Pastor Ross, discusses the importance of prayer and how to pray effectively. The sermon emphasizes that prayer is personal communication with God and a vital aspect of a Christian's life. The main focus is on...
This sermon based on Matthew 7:1-12, Pastor Ross delves into the Sermon on the Mount, highlighting Jesus' emphasis on the importance of one's heart and its connection to actions. The main focus revolves around two key characteristics of God's people:...
In Pastor Ross's sermon on Matthew 6:19-34, the central message revolves around the significance of undivided allegiance to God's Kingdom. He emphasizes the need to prioritize seeking God's rule, living obediently, and demonstrating generosity in our lives, ultimately treasuring God...
In this sermon by Pastor Ross, the focus is on understanding that living for Christ goes beyond mere actions; it's a reflection of a heart surrendered to Him. Pastor Ross begins by emphasizing the importance of the heart as the...
In this sermon by Pastor Ross, titled "The Righteous Way" and based on Matthew 5:17-30, Jesus is depicted as teaching about two kingdoms: God's Kingdom and the Kingdom of the world. He emphasizes that followers of Jesus, while living in...
Pastor Ross delivers a sermon based on Matthew 5:13-16, focusing on the concepts of being salt and light in the world as followers of Jesus. He begins by emphasizing the importance of maintaining purity and not compromising one's faith, drawing...
The characteristics, known as the Beatitudes, reflect a transformed and spiritually rich life marked by qualities like humility, meekness, righteousness, mercy, purity, and peacemaking. The sermon underscores that these traits aren't a transactional list. If you go do these...
Pastor Mark's sermon centers on Matthew 5:1-2, 7:28-29, and 6:5-15, introducing the new Sermon on the Mount sermon series. The passages mark the start of Jesus' ministry and the unveiling of His Kingdom's principles. The sermon emphasizes that the Sermon...
In Matt's final sermon at Hope, he reflects on four key insights from his ministry spanning 25 years. The first reflection emphasizes the importance of trusting God, highlighting the idea that God provides what we truly need, not necessarily what...
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ August 6, 2023 | Senior Pastor, Ross Harrison | Jonah 3:10 - 4:1-11 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22157221
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ July 30, 2023 | Senior Pastor, Ross Harrison | Jonah 3:1-10 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22154936
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ July 23, 2023 | Senior Pastor, Ross Harrison | Jonah 1:17 - 2:10 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22152111 In this sermon, Pastor Ross explores the...
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ July 16, 2023 | Pastor Emeritus, Matt Collins | Jonah 1:1-16 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22149599 In his sermon, Matt Collins emphasizes the powerful message of the...
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ July 9, 2023 | Pastor Marty Rietgraf | Titus 2:11-3:5 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22147282
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ July 2, 2023 | Senior Pastor, Ross Harrison | Philippians 2:1-11 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22144928 In this sermon, Pastor Ross Harrison discusses the concept of...
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ June 25, 2023 | Mark Smith, Pastor of Life Groups & Connections | Hebrews 11 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22142391 In Pastor Mark's sermon on faithfulness,...
Like, Comment, and subscribe to stay updated with latest content from Hope Church. Connect With Us Here: Website: https://www.ehope.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopechurchdbq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopechurchdbq/ June 18, 2023 | Pastor Emeritus, Matt Collins | Mark 10:17–23 Sermon Guide: https://ehope.sermon.net/pdf/22139357
