Sermons on Affliction From God:

The Way I Take

Contributed by Craig Benner on Feb 13, 2021

God knows and God cares. He is not confused. You can trust Him.

My God knows the way that I take Job 23:8-10 8 ¶ Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: 9 On the left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him: 10 But he knoweth the way that I ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:6-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Power Through God’s People #8: Stephen Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

A series of character sketches in the book of Acts - Stephen. Also International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.

Acts 7:54-8:4 – God’s Power Through God’s People #8: Stephen And now, we come to the final sermon, #9, of this series. Since September, we have been studying in the book of Acts, watching how God’s power flowed through His people to make a difference. In the 1st part of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Prisoner Of Christ On The Sea Of Life

Contributed by James May on Aug 11, 2009

Paul sailed into the unknown with the Holy Spirit leading the way. His journey was dangerous and uncomfortable, but he was still in the center of God’s will.

A Prisoner of Christ on the Seas of Life By Pastor Jim May Acts 27:1 – 28: 10 The story of Paul’s capture and sailing on a ship bound for Rome as it pertains to the life of a Christian who has been “captured” for Jesus and sailing through life on the way to our predetermined destiny in the work ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Did The Affliction Of Naomi Cause Ruth To Become Active?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 5, 2023

The book of Ruth shows how God used three people to achieve his purpose. It also tells the story of how God’s grace was given during a challenging time.

THE AFFLICTION OF NAOMI Ruth 1:1-22, (16) The book of Ruth shows how God used three people to achieve his purpose. These three people had character and were true to God. It also tells the story of how God’s grace was given during a challenging time. We can see that Naomi used her life as a ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22, Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does God Feel Our Pain ?

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 4, 2005

This sermon addresses the issues of pain, and if God feels our pain.

Does God Feel Our Pain ? Hebrews 2:9-10 Hebrews 4:15 I’m sure that the people of La, and Miss. have been on your mind this wk as they have mine. Yet, how can we possibly feel their pain. No matter how hard I try, I can’t imagine what those people have gone through, and are going through. One of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Mail Call - Smyrna Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 23, 2012

A series of messages from Jesus to the 7 churches of Revelation.

February 26, 2012 Revelation 2:8-11 Smyrna Have you ever felt that life just isn’t fair? Now, I’m not talking about what we deem unjust or unfair and undeserved illnesses and sudden deaths; or children who don’t do what is right. I’m talking about a time when you stood up ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Adversity

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Today from this passage of scripture I want us to see how Daniel handled adversity, so that when adversity comes into our lives, we will be able to handle it as well.

Handling Adversity Am October 11th 2009 Daniel 2: 12-28 Introduction We began a six part series titled “Faith under Fire” last week we will be studying this topic from the book of Daniel, last week in part one we learned what four tests of our faith are: Isolation, Indoctrination, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 34:18-19 - Part 7 - Are You Brokenhearted Or Crushed? Deliverance From Afflictions Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 6, 2025

Hurting people? Yes the world is full of them. Verses for today speak of those who hurt, the broken heartedness and sorrow; of those who are crushed by circumstances and the world. Jesus’ ministry is to the downtrodden. The Lord delivers those who are afflicted, and gives them hope.

PSALM 34:18-19 - PART 7 - ARE YOU BROKENHEARTED OR CRUSHED? DELIVERANCE FROM AFFLICTIONS We are nearing the end of our study of Psalm with just two more to go. The second half of the Psalm deals with practical issues like teaching and commands. Today the issue is very practical and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Acts 4:11-12, John 14:6, Isaiah 61:1, Luke 4:18, Psalm 147:3, Isaiah 57:15, Matthew 11:28, 2 Timothy 3:11-12, 1 Peter 2:19-20, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Psalm 9:13, Psalm 31:7, Psalm 119:50, Psalm 119:92, Revelation 21:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Guilt Is From Satan; Grace Is From God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 1, 2008

A sermon about living free from the heavy chains of guilt and law.

Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 “Guilt is from Satan; Grace is from God” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org Several years ago in a large city in the far West, rumors spread that a certain Catholic woman was having visions of Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Learning From Moses Series

Contributed by Darron Khan on May 30, 2002

This sermon addresses the topic of vision, Moses’ vision in particular. The message is designed to help it’s audience understand how spiritual vision functions in the life of a Christ-follower.

Vision Quest, Learning From Men Of Vision Part 3 – Moses June 2, 2002 Have you ever sensed God leading you to do something but you hesitated to follow through because you knew it would upset your routine, confuse your schedule even change your life? Maybe you heard God speaking to your heart but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Exodus 3:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Really Want What God Wants For You? Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jul 2, 2011

Jesus heals the man at the Pool of Bethesda

Jesus performed His first miracle in CANA turning water into wine. Then He took a trip to Jerusalem where He ran the moneychangers out of the Temple. Then back north where He met a Samaritan woman by a well. Jesus then heal a ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Friendship With God

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 18, 2014

Everyone has the choice to either be friends with God or friends with the world. In this passage, James gives us seven characteristics of the person who is a friend of God.

JOURNEY THROUGH JAMES #6: FRIENDSHIP WITH GOD INTRO TO TOPIC: What are some of the most important things in your world? I am sure that most of you would say it is your friendships. Have you ever pondered what it means that we have the opportunity to become friends with God, the Creator of the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: *other

God The Comforter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

God's unchanging love provides us with comfort in all our afflictions, and empowers us to extend that comfort to others in their times of need.

Good morning, family! Today we're gonna dive deep into the comforting embrace of the Lord, especially during those difficult times we all face. There's a great quote from Timothy Keller that says, "The only love that won't disappoint you is one that can't change, that can't be lost, that is not ...read more

Topics: Lord

God's Promise Of Deliverance

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

Psalms 34:19 Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.

Psalms 34:19 Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. There are two promises in this verse. We can expect to be afflicted if we want to be men and women of God. You’re going to be where everything that is happening will test your strength. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:19

Denomination: Baptist

God Cannot Be Contained Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 15, 2015

God reigns in every situation, He is present in every affliction, and His purpose prevails in every crisis.

1 Sam 5:1-12 GOD CANNOT BE CONTAINED ES 15 Nov 15 1936 Israel fought the Philistines in the first battle and lost 4000 soldiers. • Someone came up with a bright idea to bring the Ark of God with them, believing that it will bring them success. • They fought the 2nd ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible