Sermons on Bearing Our Burdens:

The Power Of Unity

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 24, 2018

Unity we hear about, we talk about it, but without it we will never achieve by ourselves what can be achieved through it. It takes unity to possess our inheritance. This sermon looks at important principles in possessing our promises.

THE POWER OF UNITY Joshua 1:12-16 And to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh Joshua spoke, saying,” Remember the word which Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, saying, ‘The LORD your God is giving you rest and is giving you this land.’ “Your wives, your little ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-8, Galatians 6:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Rodney Barlow on Feb 29, 2016

We need to take a closer look at what other things the Lord have asked of us concerning loving our neighborders and bearing others burdens.

Love Your Neighbor Gal 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Gal 6:2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. The law of Christ-Things the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Burden Of Guilt (Pt. 2)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 27, 2003

This is the second in a two-part message about how we can get rid of the guilt that we feel for past forgiven actions.

February 2, 2003 Zechariah 3:1-10 ¡§The burden of guilt¡¨ (pt. 2) You may know that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was the writer of the Sherlock Holmes novels. But you probably don¡¦t know that he was quite a prankster. One day he played a prank on 5 of the most prominent men in ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"unnecessary Burdens"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 23, 2019

A sermon about over-coming self-hate.

“Unnecessary Burdens” Colossians 2:6-19 A friend of mine told me about a time he was counseling a teenage girl. She was depressed and contemplating suicide. She was filled with self-hatred and used to cut herself. At one point in the conversation, my friend stood up, pulled a Cross off the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Lay Your Burdens Down Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on May 14, 2008

Practically deal with burdens in life.

Today I want to tackle a truth that is foundational to the Christian Faith. What I want to talk about is burdens, the heaviness of life that weighs us down. If we are not rooted in God’s word we will find ourselves going through life with baggage and heaviness that is not meant for us. Last ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

10000 Bricks: The Burden Of The Builder Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 29, 2025

A holy burden does not mean you have all the answers. Nehemiah didn’t. It simply means you are willing to say, “Lord, here I am. Break my heart for what breaks Yours—and then show me what obedience looks like.”

10000 BRICKS: The Burden of the Builder Nehemiah 1:1–11 #10000Bricks INTRODUCTION (p) When Kelly and I were first married (I was in my early 20s) many moons ago, I got it in my head that I wanted a bookshelf for some of my books. I did not need to go out and buy one… but I could build one with ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Burden And Blessing Of Forgiving Others

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

The gospel has made us all brothers and sisters, one in Christ Jesus. It has torn down whatever dividing walls used to stand between us, and it’s given us a reason to love and to forgive.

There are two sisters who aren’t speaking to one another because of things that happened, years ago: What does the gospel say to them? There’s a brother in the church who’s made a serious mistake: What does the gospel say to him, and those around him? There’s a whole congregation that needs ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:12-14, Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cast All Your Burdens

Contributed by Michael Fredette on Jul 20, 2019

God knows this world can be overwhelming and at times it doesn’t make much sense at all.

God knows this world can be overwhelming and at times it doesn’t make much sense at all. If you get the chance today, read you Psalm 55 Psalm 55:22 Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken. This word burden in Hebrew is Yahab It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22, Exodus 32:4

Denomination: Baptist

Your Beliefs: Burden Or Blessing?

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 28, 2009

“Your belief system needs to be a blessing rather than a burden for others in following Jesus.”

YOUR BELIEFS: BURDEN OR BLESSING? Luke 6:1-11 Proposition: “Your belief system needs to be a blessing rather than a burden for others in following Jesus.” Objective: My purpose is to challenge each child of God to make sure that their belief system is a blessing, not a burden for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Burden God Laid On Us

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 2, 2006

1- Lookinng but not understanding 2- Striving but not finding

INTRO.- Who said? Double, double toil and trouble. William Shakespeare (1564-1616) from Macbeth. Actually, these are the words chanted by three witches in the play Macbeth, as they mix a potion. Sometimes in life it seems like we have nothing but trouble, double toil and trouble. Job 14:1 “Man ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:9-14, Ecclesiastes 3:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing Over With Joy, Not Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 27, 2025

An exhortation to enter the new year with a heart full of joy, leaving behind regrets, burdens, and disappointments, in order to embrace God’s strength and favour.

CROSSING OVER WITH JOY, NOT BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 Key Verse: “Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Lifts Heavy Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025

The God we serve is not passive when His children suffer. He acts decisively to lift burdens and destroy yokes. When we learn to cast our cares on Him, we experience peace and liberty.

THE GOD WHO LIFTS HEAVY BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Supporting Texts: Psalm 55:22, 1 Peter 5:7, Isaiah 10:27, Exodus 6:6, Galatians 5:1 INTRODUCTION: Many people today are carrying burdens that are too heavy for them — burdens of sin, fear, financial distress, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church Planters Feel The Burden Of ..

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CHURCH PLANTERS FEEL THE BURDEN OF ENCOURAGING THEIR DISCIPLES TO MATURITY A.

CHURCH PLANTERS FEEL THE BURDEN OF ENCOURAGING THEIR DISCIPLES TO MATURITY A. Church Planters (Spiritual Leaders) Desire to Be With Their Disciples (2:17-20) 1. Separation Brings Longing For Reunion (:17-18a) a. the emotional state of separation described as being orphaned b. the efforts ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Burdened Enough To Seek The Lord

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 20, 2010

What will it take for you to seek the Lord?

Intro. Have you ever noticed that when things are going well, many have no desire for God. Tragedy drives us to want to pray. Burdens drive us to seek help. Daniel had a burden. Daniel had been through a trying time. He was not one that any could say he deserved it, but before the Lord showed ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Over Without Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 25, 2025

A prophetic call to leave behind spiritual, emotional, and historical weights and enter the next season light, free, and victorious by the power of God.

CROSSING OVER WITHOUT BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:13-16 Key Verse: “Stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you today… The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.” (Exodus 14:13-14) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19; Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God