Sermons on Blessings Sorrows:

Sermon 4: From Pleasant To Bitter Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 7, 2019

Upon her return to Behtlehem, Naomi told people to stop calling her Naomi, Hebrew for “Pleasant, and to call her “Mara,” (“bitter”). Naomi was bitter against God. This sermon explains why Naomi was wrong and how her sorrow was the prelude for the biggest blessing of her life.

Sermon 4: From Pleasant to Bitter Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh July 7, 2019 [PROP: Find a pebble for object lesson in point III. Make sure it’s big enough for all to see.] NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Cradle, The Cross, And The Crown

Contributed by Lee Black on Dec 7, 2002

Jesus was born of a virgin, but His had many sorrows, so He could bring us life.

Lk2; Mt. 27:27-31 The Cradle, The Cross, and The Crown I. The Cradle - Speaks of His Virgin Birth - Lk.2:1-7 A. Fulfillment of Prophecy - Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-52

Denomination: Baptist

4 Gifts When God Adopts You Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 14, 2021

The cross of Jesus gives you a great gift to enjoy right now. The gospel frees you up to be the person you were made to be.

Do You Know Who You Are? I don’t mean if you have proper identification. So many people struggle with the security of knowing who they are really are. Let me tell you a quick story of a United Airlines gate agent. A United Airlines gate agent in Denver, Colorado, several years was confronted with a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Turns Weeping Into Dancing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 9, 2025

God has the power to transform seasons of sorrow into seasons of joy, replacing tears with testimonies and mourning with celebration.

THE GOD WHO TURNS WEEPING INTO DANCING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 30:11 — “Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:3, John 16:20, Jeremiah 31:13, Psalm 126:5-6, Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Messiah And Forrest Gump Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 24, 2011

Jesus tells us that the Great Tribulation will be a time of great sorrow, but He also gives us hope.

The Messiah and Forrest Gump Text: Matt. 24:15-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: Movie clip "Run Forrest, Run!" 2. Today I get to talk about two things; one I like to talk about and the other I would rather not talk about but need to talk about. a. The thing I like to talk about is one of my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-22

Denomination: Methodist

Joy In The Shadowlands

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

The premise of this sermon is that even in the midst of life’s sorrow, there is a depth of joy that abides within us.

Advent III – Joy Luke 2:26-55 In the wonderfully reflective book entitled, The Prophet, one can contemplate these words: The woman questioned the one she called Prophet of God, saying: “Speak to us now of Joy and Sorrow”. And he answered: The same well from which you laughter rises was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:26-55

Denomination: Baptist

The Worshiping Power Of Pain

Contributed by Harry Ford Jr. on Jun 25, 2005

Worship through pain is the act of paying homage or devotion to God during suffering, distress or sorrow.

Romans 5:1-5 Have you ever had something thappen to you that cut you so deep that you did not know what to do.It waqs a pain so intense that you were confused on what was and is the next step in your life. As christian we are taught to worship God in all things. The question is how do you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"Don't Turn Away"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 24, 2015

To those who turn away from God find regret, great sorrow, and misery for eternity.

John 6:56-69 “Don’t Turn Away” Consider the warning to those who turn away from God • Warnings to those who turn away from God 2 Peter 2:20-22 For it would have been better for them never to have known the way of righteousness ...read more

Scripture: John 6:56-69

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Worry About Tomorrow

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 19, 2025

Worrying about tomorrow does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow but it robs today of its strength.

Don’t Worry About Tomorrow By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRAYER SCRIPTURE: - Matthew 6:34 “Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof”. OPENING:- Now I have stated for a long time about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:34

Denomination: Apostolic

Psalms 103: 1 - 5

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jul 26, 2018

Because of the goodness of the Lord we are to always bless Him.

Psalms 103: 1- 5 Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Do You Say I Am

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Apr 19, 2022

Jesus asked Simon Peter, "Who do people say that I am?" Peter answered, “John the Baptist, or Elijah, Jeremiah, or one of the prophets.” Jesus asked, Who do you say I am? Peter’s answer reverberates across the centuries: "You are the Christ, the son of the living God"

Note: I developed a simple set of homemade PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. They're not fancy or professional quality, but if you're interested in having the PowerPoint file I will send it by Email. Just send an Email message to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18, John 11:32-36, Romans 12:15, Psalm 22:2, 1 Corinthians 15:45, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:1-6, John 14:6, Genesis 49:1, Genesis 49:8-10, Revelation 5:5, Matthew 23:37-38, Philippians 3:4-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Who Comforts

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 26, 2001

God is in control of time and circumstances to achieve His purposes, and He understands your life hurts and sorrows.

Today we are going to look closely at one particular event in Jesus’ ministry. This event helps us understand the heart of Jesus for us. It had happened suddenly. In the town of Bethany, Lazarus, brother of Mary and Martha and friend of Jesus, fell sick. The sisters tried their best to help him ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have A Blessed Life Sermon Vii: Blessed By Assurance Of, Reliance On, The Truth Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 23, 2020

In America we are blessed in ways that the world at large can only dream about and hope for. Christian reliance upon the truth of God's Holy Word is the bedrock of a nation whose God is the Lord in whom the people trust.

BLESSED BY ASSURANCE OF, RELIANCE UPON, THE TRUTH OF GOD’S WORD Everybody needs someone or something they can “rely on” in times of stress or distress. Bill Withers expressed it in the popular song, “Lean on Me”: “Lean on me, when you’re not strong, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:153-160, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Galatians 3:10-14, Cursed By Law Or Blessed By Faith Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 3:10-14, Cursed by law or blessed by faith

Cursed By Law Or Blessed By Faith ? Galatians 3:10-14 Intro. * A misunderstanding of the OT law is not unique to the Pharisees of Jesus’ day. * They knew the OT law and even memorized it but they misunderstood the purpose of that law. * Today, there are millions of people who really have no idea ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

"the King Has Come"

Contributed by William Bursztynski on Dec 14, 2018

There is coming a time that all of the cares of life will be over. There will be no more sin, satan, sorrow, separation and no more sadness.

“The Return of the King” Revelation 19:11-20:3 “11And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. 12His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-20, Revelation 20:1-4