Sermons about Struggling Church

The Power Of Praise During Personal Struggles

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006

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Praising Jesus for who we are in Him gives us the framework for finding victory and comfort during difficult times.

The Power of Praise during Personal Struggles Ephesians 1:1-14 As we read this passage, here are the three keys to learning the lesson we will focus on today. Before we being, let me tell you this: this is a rich passage of scripture. There is so much here that we could literally spend 6-7 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

My Struggles Are All About God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 31, 2022

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Do our struggles and suffering have a reason or a purpose? God can use our struggles and suffering to bring Him glory. But we must make our struggles all about God, and not about us.

A. As I meditated on suffering and struggles this week, these ideas came forth in my mind: Suffering is paradoxical. Suffering is bad and good. Suffering is painful and helpful. Suffering is confusing and enlightening. Suffering isolates and builds community. Suffering may lead to death or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Psalm 50:15, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Struggle Is Not Against Flesh And Blood

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 10, 2013

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I. EXORDIUM: Are you struggling lately? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our struggles in life came from the enemy not from GOD. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:10-12 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in

I. EXORDIUM: Are you struggling lately? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our struggles in life came from the enemy not from GOD. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:10-12 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Harnessing Your Gifts In Times Of Struggle.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 30, 2024

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Embrace and utilize your God-given gifts and talents while enduring your wilderness experience. This message provides rich inspiration and motivation to support your physical and spiritual growth. It's a powerful reminder that you can survive and thrive, even in the most challenging times.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:10-11) (NIV): “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11, Romans 12:6-8, James 1:2-4, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 4:12 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Love Honor And Obey Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Dec 12, 2006

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Keys to a successful marriage

To Love, Honor, and Obey? Ephesians 5: 21-28 What is the Primary Source of problems in the Marriage? As Paul wrote these words family life in the Roman Empire was in a shambles, divorce and adultery were running rampant and marriage was in danger of a complete and utter breakdown. Men didn’t want ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-28

Denomination: Christian Church

A Clear Call To Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 2, 2005

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The fourth message from the series on Malachi

“A Clear Call to Faithfulness” Malachi 2:10-16 In our passage today Malachi turns to dealing with the subject of the people’s indifference to the Lord’s will. They are visibly blaming their problems on God rather than seeing them as a result of their own unfaithfulness. The people are being ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ideal Marriage

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 7, 2001

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How can I take steps to help my marriage become better? Consider the "stumbling signs" and Use the "stepping stones".

The Ideal Marriage (Senior Adult Sunday) Matthew 19.8 June 10, 2001 He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts suffered you to put away your wives: but from the beginning it was not so. The preacher said I could have 16 wives; four better, four worse, four richer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:8

Denomination: United Methodist

The Seven Statements Of Relational Healing

Contributed by Jeff Davidson on Feb 2, 2006

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From Paul’s message to the Corinthians, we find seven statements that can heal hurting relationships

The Seven Statements of Relational Healing 2 Corinthians 7:1-16 Intr.: There are no relationships that are free of conflict; when we are in a relationship that is in crisis, something must be done to correct it; it will not correct itself: A. In our text today Paul finds himself in a relational ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Even Great Faith Struggles With Despair

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009

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How do I turn to Christ in times of despair?

Even Great Faith Struggles with Despair Job 3:1-26 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is your source of peace, you must turn to him in times of despair. I. EMBRACE GOD’S PROVIDENTIAL WILL FOR YOUR LIFE. Job’s curse of the day of his birth! v. 1-13 A. Grieving shows your humanity. (1-7) 1. ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

"My Struggle Ain't Strange"

Contributed by Jerrell A Barron on Sep 20, 2013

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Every struggle in your life was tailor made to fit you and shape your life. Every struggle in your life God uses to make you better, not to make you bitter.

Intro: As Christians we must clearly understand that the happenings in our lives were tailored just for us. Your difficulties are not to make you bitter but to make you better. God created us with a plan in mind, and again the plan wasn't to make you depressed, or miserable, the plan is to make you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Our Subjective Spiritual Struggles: They Matter Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 18, 2019

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Although many of our struggles as followers of Jesus are with the world, the flesh, and the devil, sometimes they are about monitoring our inner affections and deep seated thoughts.

Our Subjective Spiritual Struggles: They Matter (I John 3:19-24, 4:7-21) 1. Today I begin my message with some comments about modern art. It’s easy to understand modern art. If it hangs on a wall, it’s a painting. If you can walk around it, it’s a sculpture. How many surrealists does it take to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:19-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Struggle Can Turn Sweet

Contributed by Brian Detalente on Apr 28, 2011

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Trusting God in the time of trials and struggles.

Judges 14:5-14:9 5 Then went Samson down, and his father and his mother, to Timnath, and came to the vineyards of Timnath: and, behold, a young lion roared against him. 6 And the Spirit of the LORD came mightily upon him, and he rent him as he would have rent a kid, and [he had] nothing in his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:5-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Struggles Of Life Can Bring Peace.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Oct 25, 2020

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It's not always the struggles that causes the problems. It's how we receive them.

Acts 9:43 NLT And Peter stayed a long time in Joppa, living with Simon, a tanner of hides. ILLUSTRATION: A daughter was constantly complaining to her father about her problems. He, being a chief, took her to the kitchen and picked out 3 pots. He put water in all three of them and turn the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:43, Matthew 14:22-33, John 18:15-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Struggle With Satan Lent Sunday 1 Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 23, 2023

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Was the Lord bragging about how He defeated the old Worm, man’s adversary, Satan? No.

First Sunday of Lent 2023 How did St. Matthew come by the story he shared in today’s Gospel? It was easy to understand the first line, what happened when Jesus, who was fresh from His baptism by John, where the Holy Spirit came upon Him in form of a dove, went into the wilderness of Judea. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Understanding The Mission Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Nov 20, 2007

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The mission of marriage is submission for the purpose of two people helping one another to become who God has ordained for them to be.

SUBMITTING YOURSELVES ONE TO ANOTHER (part 1) “The Mission of the Marriage” Ephesians 5:17-20 (King James Version) 17Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. 18And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; 19Speaking to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-20

Denomination: Charismatic

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