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How To Respond To Suffering And Pain Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 27, 2023

Since there is divine purpose for pain, learn from it.

1. The most obvious observation, pain hurts! 2. Definition from Webster, (1) “Localized physical suffering associated with bodily disorder or disease or injury.” (2) Basic bodily sensation, induced by noxious stimulus, received by naked nerve endings, characterized by physical discomfort and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 13:3

Denomination: Baptist

When Pain Comes Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

Pain is one of God’s ministries.

1. The most obvious observation, pain hurts! 2. Definition from Webster, (1) “Localized physical suffering associated with bodily disorder or disease or injury.” (2) Basic bodily sensation, induced by noxious stimulus, received by naked nerve endings, characterized by physical discomfort and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, 1 Samuel 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Becomes Real Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 18, 2006

Jesus Christ invades the normal world and brings about healing, foregiveness and acceptance to the outcasts of society. When does He become real to you?

Do you ever have those moments when the Bible just comes alive to you? I had such a moment standing on the shores of the Sea of Galilee (also known as Sea of Gennesaret). It’s been many years now, but I remember being there near Kibbutz Ginossar, standing on the small pebbles that made up the shore ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-39

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Is Alive Again. Catch Up!

Contributed by Stephen Robinson on Mar 21, 2008

The disciples took time to come to terms with the resurrection. So do we. But come on board with the life-changing reality of Easter.

Easter day was the day which changed everything. On the Friday it seemed like the end of the world: • Jesus who said “I am the way” was going nowhere – lying on a cold stone slab. • Jesus who said “I am the truth” was to speak no more. His words of love and mercy were drowned by a shouting mob ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Grace For The Despised

Contributed by Jeff Hagan on May 27, 2017

True grace goes much deeper than we tend to think it does. We tend to reserve it for those who are already followers of Christ, however, Christ exercised grace, mercy, and love even to the most despised of sinners.

Introduction: I’m sure most of you are familiar with the biblical account of a tiny little guy by the name of Zacchaeus. Well, far from just an entertaining story popular among Sunday School children, the incident with Zacchaeus gives us an incredible example of God’s grace and love. We see in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shoud I Help My Brother Or Sister

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 1, 2001

This sermon deals with what happens when our Christian Liberty leads another person into temptation.

Should I Help My Brother Or My Sister GNLCC 5/20/2001 2 Sam. 11:1-5 1 Corin. 8:1-13 Suppose you had invited someone over to your home. Let’s suppose there was a skunk outside and something scared it so that it gave off it’s scent. The smell begins to enter the home. You immediately ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Romans 14:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

If One Will Not Do, Why Not Try Two Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 29, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 2: 13 -25

John 2: 13 -25 If One Will Not Do, Why Not Try Two 13 Now the Passover of the Jews was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 And He found in the temple those who sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the money changers doing business. 15 When He had made a whip of cords, He drove them all out ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Happens When God Controls Worship

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jul 24, 2004

There are some things that will happen when God is in control of our worship. This message examines some of these things.

What Happens When God Controls Worship John 4:23-24; Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6,8,10-13, 9:1-3 Introduction I. The Congregation is Edified (Neh. 8:1-3) A. When God controls our worship and the Word of God is proclaimed in the spirit and power of the Holy Spirit the body will be edified and built ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessedness Of Unity

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Mar 24, 2006

A look at the Commendation; TheComparison; and the Commandment given in this lovely Psalm for brethren to be in unity.

THE BLESSEDNESS OF UNITY I. THE COMMENDATION V 1. How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! 1. THE HAPPINESS OF FELLOWSHIP Good:- Beautiful –Best Pleasant:- Delightful "pleasant", is used in the Hebrew for a harmony of music [William Bridge]. What is our true estimation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Deacon Stephen Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 12, 2020

The Freedmen on those days had secretly plotted against Stephen. They induced men and stirred up the people, the elders, and the scribes. They came upon him, seized him, and brought him to the council. They also set up false witnesses against Stephen. Truth triumphs.

Acts 6:8-15 Deacon Stephen 6:08-10 Spirit Filled Stephen 6:11-14 Seized Stephen 6:15 Shining Stephen Acts 6:08-10 Spirit Filled Stephen Now, St. Luke turns to project an individual, named Stephen, who has improved in his Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Spirit's Awakening: Pentecost Day SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The manifestations of the Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, God's timing of the event, and the crowd's response are explored. With the outpouring of the Spirit, the church is becoming a prophetic community. The whole church is to be a prophetic community.

Today, we will delve into the events of the Day of Pentecost as described in the Book of Acts. This significant day marks the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit to His followers. Let us explore the perfect timing of this event, the manifestations of the Spirit, and the reactions ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Topics: Gifts, Tongues

Multi Ethnic Bereavement

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 30, 2017

I wrote this for a counseling class. It contains three parts: 1) Bereavement in religion 2) Bereavement in ethnic groups 3) Applications for pastoral and clinical counselors.

To be used of the Lord to help those grieving is both satisfying and humbling. My personal prayer is that more mourners will be drawn to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Christ is the only thing that can bring true and lasting comfort. Jesus said, “Blessed are those that mourn, for they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time To Make An Application Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 20, 2008

We can’t just listen we must act on what we hear.

Time to make an application James 1:19-27 Last week we started a study of the book of James. The general theme that I am looking at is a Faith that Works. Last week the subject was Pure Joy. James explains to his readers then and today that trials come in spite of our faith. In James’s day ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Congregational

The Stumbling Stone Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008

Distinction between "pop religion" and a biblical faith.

I am the LORD, and there is no other. I form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am the LORD, who does all these things (Isaiah 45.5-7). It has been my observation that many people like to think of God as a kind of protective big brother. It is somehow reassuring ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-29

Denomination: Congregational

The Hope Within PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon explores the hope found in Jesus Christ, its triumph over suffering and sin, and our responsibility to share this hope with gentleness and respect.

Good morning, church family! It's so great to see all your smiling faces today. You know, I've been pondering something that John Newton once said. He wrote, "Our righteousness is in Him, and our hope depends, not upon the exercise of grace in us, but upon the fullness of grace and love in Him, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Topics: Hope, Sharing