Sermons on Attitude Toward Difficulties:

How To Deal With Trouble

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 21, 2013

James lets believers know that trouble, trial and difficulty are part of life that cannot be avoided, but that as believers we CAN deal with the trouble, trial and difficulty that comes our way...

A Study of the Letter of James James 1:1 August 21, 2013 Last week we learned a little about the background and history of the book of James. During this past week I asked you to read the ENTIRE book of James once every day… how many did that? Tonight we are going to begin our study in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Heroes #2: Run Towards Your Giant Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 12, 2008

David, the shepherd boy, was a young person who knew God, was strong in the Lord, and had great adventures. His victory over the giant Goliath is an example for us as to how we can overcome the giant troubles and problems in our lives.

HEROES #2: RUNNING TOWARDS YOUR GIANT INTRO TO TOPIC: Review last week. Although Jesus is the world’s greatest superhero, God is calling every one of us to be heroes as well. Heroes are made when you make a choice – will you be a hero? KEY TEXT: Daniel 11:32b. “But the people who know ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Denomination: *other

"Don't You Know? Haven't You Heard?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 7, 2015

A sermon about trusting in God when the going gets tough.

"Don't You Know? Haven't You Heard?" Isaiah 40:21-31 In the Upper Room devotional for this past Monday Amy Grenoble wrote about her many years of battling with an eating disorder. Her days were filled with mental battles, prayers of desperation, attempts to repair injured relationships and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: United Methodist

What Are You Looking For The New Year

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 22, 2018

A discussion of expectations for the New Year

WHAT ARE YOU “LOOKING FOR”? SCRIPTURE: Titus 2:13 “Looking for (4327 wait for) that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ;” Hebrews 10:26 “For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

All For Good

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Sep 15, 2011

No matter what happens in our lives we can trust God because he is faithful to bring us into his perfect and good plan.

Some years ago a speedboat driver who had survived a racing accident described what had happened. He had been at almost top speed when his boat veered slightly and hit a wave wrong. This caused the boat to lose control and he was thrown from his seat as the boat went spinning. He was shot into the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Lutheran

I Think Myself Happy

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 8, 2017

Our perspective on life's difficult events - seeing a positive meaning and purpose in them - can determine whether we view God and life positively. It is our choice whether we are positive or negative. Paul chose to be positive.

I THINK MYSELF HAPPY Acts 26:2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A lady from the big city of Philadelphia came to Texas. She wanted to go on a horseback ride in the Guadalupe Mountains. She said to the cowboy guide, "Can you get me a nice gentle pony?" 2. "Shore," said the cowboy. "What kind of a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Hard Day’s Night: Overcoming Life’s Difficulties

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Aug 15, 2010

Are you presently in the midst of "The Perfect Storm?" Are the waves of doubt and the winds of fear crashing fiercely against you life or your family? Does it seem like you might go under at any time? There is hope! Jesus is with you in the midst of t

Cornerstone Church August 14/15, 2010 “A HARD DAY’S NIGHT: OVERCOMING LIFE’S DIFFICULTIES.” Mark 4:35-41 Most people (including many of us here) have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Believer's Attitude Regarding False Teaching Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 14, 2010

In today's message, Jude expresses the attitude of believer's regarding false teaching.

Scripture The Letter of Jude deals with the subject of false teaching, which is the greatest danger to the Church of Jesus Christ today. As we study Jude 20-23 today, we will see how Jude expresses the believer’s attitude regarding false teaching. Let’s read Jude 20-23: 20 But you, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Set Your House In Order

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 5, 2003

Changeing attitudes toward who you are in God.A Look into the heart of man and God.

Set your House in Order,for thou shall shurley die. A look into the Heart of man and God. The Bible tells us that mans wisdom is foolishness to God. That there is a way that seems right to man but in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bible, Our Foundation, 8.the Smallest Detail Will Be Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Apr 25, 2015

Here are a series of passages, with explanations, that tell us Jesus' attitude toward written Scriptures.

Matthew 26:51-54 51 And suddenly, one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand and drew his sword, struck the servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear. 52 But Jesus said to him, "Put your sword in its place, for all who take the sword will perish by the sword. 53 Or do you think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow

Contributed by Paul Sterrett on Mar 13, 2013

What is the Godly approach to take in our attitude towards what the future holds for us?

DON’T STOP THINKING ABOUT TOMORROW James 4:13-17 INTRODUCTION When I started preparing my preaching calendar for May, I realized that on May 20, I had a problem…This was the day we wanted to honor our high school seniors, recognizing them for their accomplishments and encouraging them ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Great Attitudes For The New Year Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jan 3, 2016

Attitude is everything. In this first message of the year, we will study the importance of Building Great Attitudes in our service for God based from Joshua 14. There are three things that Caleb told Joshua that can inspire us. .

INTRODUCTION: Happy New Year to everyone! Welcome to the year 2016. This is the year of the new beginnings for most of us. This is the year when we will reaffirm our goals and purposes why we are on earth. This is the year when we will leave behind and not dwell our past mistakes. This is the year ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Attitudes In Times Of Suffering (Part 1)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000

This morning we’re going to look at some of the attitudes we should have if we suffer for doing the right thing.

Attitudes in Times of Suffering (Part 1) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano at Lake Hills Community Church August, 2000 Introduction: We’ve come to the point in Peter’s letter where he begins to speak about the central theme of his message. From here on out, Peter will comfort, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: *other

Don’t Worry

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Nov 30, 2019

The greatest lie ever told was, to be a Christian means things will always be the greatest or best. There will be troubles!

- The great hindrance to serving the Lord, & being good stewards for Him, is work. - I think the greatest lie ever told was, to be a Christian means things will always be greatest or best. - You read today’s headlines & realize that’s not true. - Hillsong’s previous worship ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Heading Toward Christmas - Thinking About Giving Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 13, 2009

Two basic thoughts about giving. 1- Giving to God 2- Giving to man

INTRO.- ILL.- The story is told of a very wealthy man who, on the occasion of his daughter’s marriage, sent a check for $5,000 to the bridegroom as a wedding present. He sent it by the hand of the bride’s sister and when she returned, the man eagerly asked: “What did your new brother-in-law say ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ