Sermons on Bad Circumstances:

Beware Of The Bad Dogs

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022

Anyone such as a ….Mail man, Insurance salesman, Paper boy, UPS Delivery person, Milk man…

knows when they pull up in front of a house and see a sign on the fence that says, “Beware of the bad dog”, that sign means “BEWARE OF THE BAD DOG!” The background for this Psalm is found in that passage of scripture known as 1 Samuel 19:8-17. There are many things about this passage that are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of Bad Doctrine Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Oct 20, 2022

Timothy was a young leader trying to lead the church in Ephesus. This letter was written by an aging Paul, near the end of his life. This letter talks a lot about healthy church and healthy leadership.

1 Timothy Beware of Bad Doctrine October 23, 2022 Timothy was a young leader trying to lead the church in Ephesus. This letter was written by an aging Paul, near the end of his life. This letter talks a lot about healthy church and healthy leadership. 1 Timothy 1:3-6 NIV As I urged you when I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-6, John 1:1-4, John 14:6, John 14:26, Romans 7:18-20, 1 Timothy 3:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temptation Is Not A Bad Thing

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Apr 1, 2010

Temptation is not a bad thing until you fall www.preaching.co.nr

Luke 22:39-46 Jesus was aware that Satan had already entered the heart of the one who would betray Him. Jesus was aware that within the hour He would be treated like a common criminal. Jesus was aware that the Cross and Calvary were just around the corner. (John 18:2) When we are aware of any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bad Words Uttered

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 29, 2016

To avoid saying bad words or inoperative words because they are killing people, making me dry and the LORD JESUS hears it.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you killing someone? Yes, every time I trash talk. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To avoid saying bad words or inoperative words because they are killing people, making me dry and the LORD JESUS hears it. IV. TEXT: Psalms 59:7 (Amplified Bible) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 59:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dying In Bad Company Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2024

When Jesus was condemned did He deserve to die? Was His death necessary?

OPEN: A few years ago, a lawyer from Kenya named Dola Indidis filed a lawsuit with the International Court of Justice at the Hague (also called the ICJ). His goal? To overturn the conviction and death sentence of Jesus Christ. He said “I filed the case because it’s my duty to uphold the dignity of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Bad Habits Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 11, 2025

Overcoming bad habits is not an easy task, but with God’s help, it is possible. We must renew our minds, rely on the Holy Spirit, take responsibility for our actions, and remain patient in the process.

OVERCOMING BAD HABITS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:22-24, 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bad Decisions #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

Waiting in times of struggle (either because of our own bad choices or God’s timing) is the ultimate action of faith.

What to eat, what to wear, who to respond to first, what to prioritize at work — each of us makes hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions each day. Some of these choices have larger consequences than others. For starters, who we choose to surround ourselves with, where we live, who we worship, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:2-6, Genesis 21:8-21, Genesis 25:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bad Decision #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

God always responds when we repent and return to Jesus

What to eat, what to wear, who to respond to first, what to prioritize at work — each of us makes hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions each day. Some of these choices have larger consequences than others. For starters, who we choose to surround ourselves with, where we live, who we worship, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:11-12, Micah 6:8, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Proverbs 1:28-29, Luke 15:11-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can I Really Be Joyful In All Circumstances? Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 28, 2006

How to put joy in places it is not often found in.

Great Mysteries of the Faith Am I Really To Be Joyful In All Circumstances? Philippians 4:4 Recently, I came across this little snippet about having a bad day. Let me share it with you this morning. You know it’s going to be a bad day when: 1. You call the phone company and they tell you to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy In The Lord--Rejoice Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 12, 2003

How can we have joy when circumstances are bad?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches December 14, 2003 Third Sunday of Advent JOY JOY in the Lord--Rejoice Philippians 4:4-9 Introduction: Today on the third Sunday of Advent our theme is joy. The angels announced in Luke 2:10 “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Methodist

Lies We Believe About Our Circumstances Series

Contributed by Bob Higgins on Jun 28, 2006

Unmask the lies that your life is built upon and discover the freedom that only the Truth can bring.

The Lies We Believe About Our Circumstances 1. Prayer 2. Opening Story a. In the children’s book by Judith Viorst called Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day the young boy at the center of the story is having a bad day. i. “I went to sleep with gum in my mouth and now ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Self Encouragement In The Lord In The Midst Of Discouraging Circumstances

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 4, 2022

Everyone will have times of crisis which can bring discouragement, we are expected to turn them to God for His intervention.

Self Encouragement in the Lord in the Midst of Discouraging Circumstances Study Text: 1 Samuel 30: 1-8 Introduction: - Persevering pursuit of God gives us encouragement in the midst of discouraging situations of our own lives. - The Philistine King, Achish, gave David the town of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Circumstances Can Rob Us Of Our Joy Series

Contributed by George Mansfield on Feb 4, 2008

We must be careful to not allow circumstances to steal from us the joy that Jesus freely gives us.

SERIES: ENJOYING THE JOY OF JESUS SERMON: CIRCUMSTANCES CAN ROB US OF OUR JOY READING: PHILIPPIANS 1:3-14 INTRO: We follow Jesus who, in the shadow of Calvary, explained to his followers, “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.”- John 15:11. This “joy” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Turns Bad Things Into Good

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 11, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 6: 1 – 30

Exodus 6: 1 – 30 God turns bad things into good 6 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Now you shall see what I will do to Pharaoh. For with a strong hand he will let them go, and with a strong hand he will drive them out of his land.” 2 And God spoke to Moses and said to him: “I am the LORD. 3 I ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Cain & Abel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

To understand God's expectations for sincere and obedient worship, as illustrated by the story of Cain and Abel, and to learn from the consequences of disobedience.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving deep into the intriguing story of Cain and Abel, as told in Genesis 4:3-5. We'll be exploring God's expectations for worship, Cain's rebellion against God's word, and the tragic consequences of disobedience. From the very beginning of time, God has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-5

Topics: Good, Bad