Sermons on Affliction Of God:

"On The Beach With Jesus"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 3, 2011

A sermon about transforming love and forgiveness.

John 21:1-19 “On the Beach with Jesus” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org Are there any smells that bring back memories for you? Perhaps it is the scent of the perfume your grandmother used to wear. For some, it might be ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Keep It Simple!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 11, 2010

There is much about life that is complicated but when it comes to living our faith, we do it best when we keep the basics simple.

Title: Keep It Simple Text: II Timothy 2:8-15 Thesis: There is much about life that is complicated but when it comes to living our faith, we do it best when we keep it simple. Introduction They say that the memory is the first thing to go… Two elderly gentlemen were sitting together ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Stop Enduring Life And Start Enjoying It Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

In life trouble is inevitable, but misery is optional. Think about that. You have a choice about whether you are going to be miserable about the problems in your life, and the way you deal with it determines whether you are miserable or not.

INTRODUCTION Open your Bibles, please, to Romans 12. I’m preaching through the book of Romans verse after verse and today we’re going to talk about, “Stop enduring life and start enjoying it.” I heard about a fellow who didn’t get along very well with his wife. In ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

1,335 Days And 2,300 Days Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Aug 8, 2008

Part 17 - the last in a series on the prophecies found in the book of Daniel. This part deals with the confusing lengths of time given at the end of Chapter 12.

The Prophecies of Daniel Part 17: 1,335 Days and 2,300 Days After seventeen weeks of study we have finally come to the end of our study on the prophecies found in the Old Testament book of Daniel. I don’t know about you, but I’m almost sorry to see it end. If you have suggestions for further ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Israel's Woes Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Israel's Woes

Psalm 129 Israel's Woes 1. The Reality of Her Affliction - 1 Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, may Israel now say: It was Constant - 1 Many a time, Calculated - have they afflicted me Continual - from my youth, Concentrated - may Israel now say: 2. The ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 14

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT (GALATIANS 5:16-23) A brother attended a charismatic church retreat. It was such an emotional highpoint for him. He said he had never cried so much in his life before. Curious, he asked why more than half the audience speaks in tongues simultaneously, so I shared with him ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Freedom From The Pain Of Regret

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 28, 2011

Have you ever done anything you’ve regretted? I believe there’s no pain like the pain of regret. However, we can actually gain freedom from our regrets and move on.

FREEDOM FROM THE PAIN OF REGRET INTRODUCTION: Have you ever done anything you’ve regretted? If you’ve ever said, “if only…” or if you’ve spent time in the land of, “woulda, coulda, shoulda” then you probably have regrets. I believe there’s no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shutting The Gates Of Hell.

Contributed by Adeolu Akin-Abraham on Aug 11, 2008

The sermon is prepared with the inspiration of the Holy Spirit to open the eyes of the blind Christians. It is a deliverance message that is relevant for all situations and valid for life.

A family of five was desperately in search of a house to buy in a new location following the transfer of the head of the family. It was very difficult for them to find a suitable house at a reasonable price. All the houses they preferred were very expensive. However, they continued to search and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Team

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 18, 2009

Compares the Church to a team

“The Team” February 3, 2008 “The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, "Look, the Lamb of God!" When the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus. Turning around, Jesus saw them following and asked, "What do you want?" ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Holiness

Ready For Trouble

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009

Being prepared for the troubles Christians are sure to have

READY FOR TROUBLE I Peter 3:13-17 Sunday, August 16, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee We spoke this morning about trouble coming. Tonight, we’re going to look at the basic things that will prepare us and sustain us in the day of trial. When’s the last time you had something happen and you questioned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Impact Of Life's Earthquakes

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Nov 11, 2011

A message about how life's earthquakes impact our lives and the lives around us.

The Impact of Life’s Earthquakes Acts 16:16-34 I. Life’s Earthquakes Can Impact Our Worship (v. 22-25) A. Some will withdraw from worship as a result of life’s earthquakes - Withdraw due to shame - Withdraw due to bitterness - Withdraw due to hurts B. Some will praise the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Paul, Part 25 (Final)

THE DAY OF THE LORD (1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-11) Greeting Queen Elizabeth II’s visit in 2007 was quite a chore and challenge to the Americans. “Do people wear pants, dresses or business attire to meet the queen?” was a common question guests fortunate to be invited to meet the queen asked. Dinner ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Worried Sick Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 4, 2012

Researchers estimate that 75-90% of all visits to primary care physicians are for complaints that are, in some way, stress related. Every week 112 million people in the U.S. take some form of medication for stress related symptoms. Our society is worrie

“Worried Sick” Matthew 6: 25-34 I read this week of another pastor who very early in his ministry preached at a church in Los Angeles. He thought he had done quite well as he stood at the door greeting people as they left the church. He received one compliment after another; that is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 6:25-34, Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Will For Your Life Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 23, 2012

Satan is the ultimate eavesdropper and a constant gate crasher. As far as he is concerned we are like E.F. Hutten when we pray. Whenever and wherever we invite God to come we can be sure that Satan will also show up.

From a “Pastor’s Weekly Briefing” provided by Focus on the Family - “A large share of people who attend Protestant or Catholic churches have adopted beliefs that conflict with the teachings of the Bible and their church, according to Barna Research Group 35% believe that ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-10