Sermons on Bitter Times:

Facing The Waters Of Marah

Contributed by James May on Apr 12, 2001

God often brings His children into a place of bitterness in order to discipline and teach them.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, Genesis 15:22-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Mighty Angel Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 9, 2013

In the tenth chapter of the book of Revelations we see a mighty angel and a bitter sweet moment.

A Mighty Angel Rev. 10:1-11 In the book of Revelations we see the word angels used to describe several different beings such as: • Rev. 1:20 The angels of the seven churches are messengers or the pastors • Rev. 4:6-8 The four beasts are seraphims around the throne of God • Rev. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How Paul Handled A Crises

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

What to do when you are facing a multitude of crisis? Are you becoming better or bitter?

How Paul Handled Crisis Acts 27:21-25 Crisis - A decisive moment, a difficult time that becomes momentous. "Crisis can make us either better or bitter." Illustration:Rules for crisis management: 1) Hope for the best, bur prepare for the worst. 2) Look first, then act. 3) When you do act, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:21-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Under Trials Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 9, 2024

When trials come, we have a choice to trust God in joy or wallow in bitterness.

James: Practical Faith  James 1:1-8 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  09-08-2024 Dancing in the Rain  I watched the sky grow darker and felt the wind kick up.  I checked the radar, and sure enough, a thunderstorm was about to let loose.  Maxine and I ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Churches Of Asia Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 8, 2023

Study #1: This introduction contains and quick overview of The Seven Churches of Asia, showing how they represent periods of time in the church age, culminating with the present day; thus showing that we are nearing the end.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Introduction Throughout history people have found Revelation to be a confusing book, and some have even said that it is completely useless. So, why in the world should we study Revelation? Turn ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29, Revelation 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Know That You Are In The Light

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 14, 2025

You know you are in the light if you do not harbor hatred against anyone. 1 John 2:9 says, “He who says he is in the light and hates his brother, is in darkness until now.” Hatred is a poisonous heart condition that makes us treat others as enemies.

Song: I have the light of God in me /2x I have the spirit of the Son of God I have the light of God in me. This is one of the choruses we sing as Christians. Let us think through this song and measure ourselves against the scale of the word of God. Let us read 1 John 2:7-11, which ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11, 1 John 3:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To The Book Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 12, 2022

Mounting losses threaten to leave us bitter, but God restores life to His people.

Introduction to the Book of Ruth What is wrong?—Mounting Losses Threaten to Leave Us Bitter ‘She said to them, “Do not call me Naomi; call me Mara, for the Almighty has dealt very bitterly with me.”’ [Ruth 2:20] What is true?—God Restores Life to His People. 14 ‘Then the women said to Naomi, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:20, Ruth 4:14-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Discerning The Source Of Criticism Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 21, 2025

When criticism is based on lies and bathed in bitterness, it is essential to recognize that it is not coming from God.

As Christians, we are not immune to criticism. In fact, Jesus promised that we would face persecution and criticism for our faith (John 15:18-21). However, not all criticism is constructive or godly. When criticism is based on lies and bathed in bitterness, it is essential to recognize that it is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-21, Ephesians 4:15

Days Of Noah Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 5, 2020

Today's Sermon is part of our "End Times Doctrines" series. Today we are looking at about what Jesus meant when He said the end of times will be like the Days of Noah.

End Times Doctrine “Days of Noah” *** Watch: https://youtu.be/I8_aDNuCy2w As we look at the deteriorating moral values of our nation, the increasing divorce rate, abortion, pornography, drug addiction, child abuse, along with sexual deviancy in all its various forms, violent crimes and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37, Matthew 24:36-44, Genesis 6:3-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Letting Jesus Shine Through

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 3, 2019

When Moses spent time with God, his face radiated God's glory. When we spend time with God, we too will radiate God's glory. People will notice. And the glory we radiate--unlike Moses'--will never fade.

Exodus 34:29-35 Letting Jesus Shine Through [Please contact me at kerry.n.haynes@gmail.com for sermon outline in Word.] At one of my previous churches, I got to the church office early one morning, to find our campus pastor there. I had some pressing business to talk to him, so I knocked on his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35, Acts 4:13, 2 Corinthians 3:13, 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Unveiling The Mystery Of Unanswered Prayers

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Feb 12, 2022

Bible talks a lot about prayers. All of us would be familiarized with this famous quote of Jesus in Matthew 7:7. Ask, seek, knock then God will answer, and make things come your way. Sounds simple enough, but what about all those unanswered prayers in our lives?

Bible talks a lot about prayers. All of us would be familiarized with this famous quote of Jesus in Matthew 7:7 - Ask and it shall be given to you, seek and you shall find, knock and it shall be opened to you. Ask, seek, knock then God will answer, and make things come your way. Sounds simple ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 3:23-26, 2 Samuel 12:16-18, Mark 10:35-40, Matthew 26:39, 1 Kings 19:15-16, 2 Corinthians 12:7-8, 1 Samuel 1:10-11, Luke 1:7, Job 13:15  (view more)  (view less)

Chaos In Chaotic Times – This Is Our World Now Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 17, 2022

The minds of politicians generally, and of public/civil servants and advisors, are so scarred by God-rejection, and humanism, and demonic influence, that they are incapable of knowing the mind of God in decency, honesty and moral effectiveness in decision making. Chaos is here.

CHAOS IN CHAOTIC TIMES – THIS IS OUR WORLD NOW There is a hymn that I hope is still sung despite all the inferior stuff that today passes as church music, and here is the first stanza – God, whose almighty word CHAOS and darkness heard, And took their flight: Hear us, we humbly pray, And where ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 24:7-12, Isaiah 24:20, Isaiah 24:1-4, Isaiah 14:3-5, Isaiah 14:10-17, Isaiah 24:5, Colossians 3:15, Isaiah 24:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Lessons From A Godly Mom

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 14, 2007

Hannah can bless us today with some great lessons for life: 1. Beware the bitterness trap (vs. 1-10) 2. Take your troubles to the Lord (vs. 10-18) 3. Give your best to God (vs. 11) 4. Rest in the truth that God will remember you (vs. 17-20)

Great Lessons from a Godly Mom 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 13, 2007 *Moms are priceless! One time a Boy Scout leader was watching some new scouts try their hand at outdoor cooking, and he asked, -“How are you doing? Have you forgotten any essential ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Access Anytime

Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Nov 13, 2013

Jesus death and resurrection provided for us a 1X sacrifice 4 all time so that we can have access anytime. Find out what it means as a believer to have access anytime to the throne of grace whereby we can receive grace and mercy in time of need.

Access Anytime!!! Heb. 4: 14-16. It was said of Abe Lincoln (President) that he gave his children permission to have access to him at anytime. Whether working in the oval office or meeting with dignitaries his children had the assurance that they had access to their father at anytime (crawl up on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing God In Modern Times, Part 2

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 31, 2015

God's Word is were truth is found. Seeking His truth, obeying His Word and following His precepts will set us right in the center of His perfect will.

Title: Hearing God in Modern Times, Part 2 Theme: Discerning God's Voice In a Secular Atmosphere Introduction: I have already covered part one of this message theme. We looked at a Biblical perspective of the foundation of hearing from God, Knowing Jesus' Voice, Being Born Again, and Seeking ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational