Sermons on Bad Circumstances:

When Bad Things Happen? Is God Really In Control? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 13, 2020

The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life. We need to build our lives on the right foundation so that when crisis and trials come we stand strong in Him and not fall.

Video from BluefishTv: “Faith Tested” When Bad Things Happen? Is God really in control? Opening thought: My sermon today is in response to a questions that was asked me a while back. Thesis: The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So Why Are Bad Things Happening To Good People? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jul 9, 2019

Trying to get even with the enemy will turn a simple lesson in humility into a huge humiliation which is never God's plan for us. So the sooner we walk away from our oppressor without any retaliation; the sooner we give God the opportunity to right the wrong.

God created a special place for his beloved children: the garden of Eden where we were meant to have an eternal fellowship with him. He made us after his own image and decorated us with his own attributes such as the ability to think; reason; speak; create; love; increase; experience the many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19

Abram's Bad Decision (Genesis 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2024

Do people of faith occasionally make very bad decisions? Let's discuss Genesis 16.

Though he was righteous by faith, did Abram still make the occasional horrible decision? Is Christian history also filled with both virtuous and shameful choices? When we forget to pray and seek God’s will, inspired by the Holy Spirit, scripture, and Godly counsel, can we cause ourselves and others ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bad King, Pseudo-Kings & The True King!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 24, 2023

'Bad King, Pseudo-Kings & The True king!' - Matthew chapter 2 verses 1-12 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The wise men's question (vs 1-2) The foolish man's reaction (vs 3-8) The journeymen's adoration (vs 9-12) SERMON BODY: Bible Reading: Matthew chapter 2 verses 1-12 Ill: • In December 1903, after many attempts, • Wilber & Orville Wright were at last ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad World

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 29, 2023

I think one of the most effective weapons the devil has ever forged against Christians is this weapon of intimidation

In verse 14, literally, “Do not be intimidated or disturbed; unsettled.” Simply what the apostle is saying is, “Don’t let the world intimidate you.” I think one of the most effective weapons the devil has ever forged against Christians is this weapon of intimidation. The world can be very ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 17, 2023

Is it true that the good die young? When the good person dies young, God has a better purpose for that person. The wicked do not realize that God may extend their lives on earth as a means for them to repent.

When Bad Things Happen to Good People Isaiah 57:1-3 When I was young, I remember hearing a song by Billy Joel titled “Only the Good Die Young.” This song makes the statement that the Catholic girls “start much to late.” He is encouraging them to give up their virginity because “only the good die ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:1-3, 2 Peter 3:9, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 9:27, Matthew 5:7, Matthew 19:17, Romans 3:10-12, Psalm 116:15, Revelation 14:13, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What's So Bad About Pharisees Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 5, 2025

Ask yourself which of the Lenten practices holds the lowest place in your priorities. Prayer, fasting, almsgiving: surely one of these is least attractive to you. Focus your prayer this Lent on that facet,

Ash Wednesday 2025 What was the “leaven of the Pharisees”? What led Jesus, when discussing self-discipline, to call these self-described “separate ones” hypocrites when they prayed, fasted, and gave alms to the poor? They were not hypocrites because they followed the Law, Torah. What they wore on ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-18, 2 Corinthians 5:20, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 16:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

How To Deal With Complacency Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 30, 2006

This sermon deals with two problems. 1. Satifaction with the way things are. 2. Rejection of things as they might be.

How to Deal with Complacency There was a Canada goose flying across the farm land of Kansas on a fall day. For what ever reason it had gotten separated from the rest of its flock. But as the goose flew it spied the pond of Farmer Jones. Farmer Jones had Toulouse geese in his pond. If you know ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:32, Proverbs 1:32-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Positioning Sequence (Gps)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 9, 2013

This Lesson covers the complaints in the desert; the spies' report and Moses' speech before the promised land.

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE a. I wonder if Moses felt like he was "herding cats" b. Or, maybe he felt like a parent on a cross country road trip with the kids saying: 1) Are we there yet? 2) Mom, he's looking at/touching me. 3) Bologna sandwiches? Why can't we stop? 2. A serious ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mountain Stream.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 18, 2021

Out text tells us to stay away from those that can cause us trouble. Then several things are explained about this. Giving things to stay away from.

Sermon Title: Mountain Stream. Scripture Text: Psalms 1:1-6 Psalm 1 NLT 1 Oh, the joys of those who do not     follow the advice of the wicked,     or stand around with sinners,     or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Detrimental Competition-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 31, 2018

8 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-VIII—John 3:22-36 Christians & the Church indeed have ‘the market’ on truth. We are in competition with false doctrine. But the Church invites grave difficulties upon herself when they become competitors among themselves...i.e., When their competition becomes detrimental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

A "Lot" Of Choices Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 10, 2014

Lot's poor choices give us a negative example for life.

A “Lot” of Choices Genesis 13:1-12 • We have a lot of choices in this life. • Everyone remembers the choice Joshua laid out for the Israelites. • Jos 24:15 And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Champions Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

As champions of the cross we are to lift high the cross of Christ.

Champions Of The Cross Text: Philippians 3:15-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: British Pastor and Scholar John Stott, in his book The Cross of Christ, wrote about the centrality of the Cross in the Christian Faith. He wrote, "...the cross transforms everything. It gives us a new worshipping ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-21

Denomination: Methodist

Name The Benefits Of Worry?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014

We can miss the mark and spend much of our time in useless areas. There are many dangerous habits we can drift into... Bring your worries and cares to Jesus.

IS THERE ANY PROFIT TO WORRY? WHY INVEST IN WORRY? I MISSED IT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in two parts, you will need to condense to do in one part... I. HAVE YOU EVER MISSED IT? HAVE YOU EVER LOST SIGHT OF THE GOAL? A. TEXT: Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worst Than The First

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016

To show that we need to win souls for the LORD JESUS CHRIST all the more in these last days so they won't grow from bad to worst.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a subject of GOD? Yes. James 4:7 (Amplified Bible) So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you. Who is your pride? JESUS CHRIST. Philippians 3:3 (Amplified Bible) For we [Christians] are the true circumcision, who worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:26

Denomination: Pentecostal