Sermons on Calling On God When In Trouble:

What Happens When We Die

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 23, 2017

DEATH IS NOT SOMETHING THAT WE LIKE TO TALK ABOUT, IT HAS ALWAYS HAD A NEGATIVE MEANING IN THE WORLD. TO THE CHRISTIAN THOUGH, DEATH IS NOT THE END.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE DIE 1 CORINTHIANS 15:12-58 A QUESTION THAT HAS PLAGUED HUMANITY SINCE THE BEGINNING OF TIME, IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE DIE. AS CHRISTIANS WE HAVE A CERTAIN HOPE THAT WE WILL SPEND ETERNITY WITH CHRIST, BUT WHAT IS THAT HOPE BASED ON. WHAT DO WE PUT OUR FAITH IN? DEATH IS NOT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-58

Denomination: Baptist

Our New Year Wake-Up Call

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 15, 2023

When we wake up to God's will, we act!

A New Year Wake-Up Call As we enter the New Year, we can progress in our relationship with God and our actions for Him. We are at a critical juncture in our history. You may know the current tyranny and think this is old news. On the other hand, you may not be aware and are wondering what I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When A Donkey Speaks, Listen

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 26, 2006

Has God ever talked to you through a chicken? Have you ever hear the voice of the Lord from a horse? What would you do if an animal talked to you? The first reaction may be that you are hearing things. The second reaction would be that you are going c

WHEN A DONKEY SPEAKS, LISTEN TEXT: NUMBERS 22:21-34 THEME: LISTENING TO THE COMMANDS OF GOD. Has God ever talked to you through a chicken? Have you ever hear the voice of the Lord from a horse? What would you do if an animal talked to you? The first reaction may be that you are hearing ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:21-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"When It Doesn't Stick"

Contributed by Stephen Woody on May 28, 2005

This is a sermon written for teacher appreciation Sunday, but it has a timeless message on the true meaning of love. True and sincere Christ Love, loves not to change someone, but just so the person will feel loved.

"WHEN IT DOESN’T STICK" (1 Corinthians 13:1-13) Introduction: GOD BLESS THE TEACHERS! In Fact, God Bless Anyone Who Has The Almost Impossible Task Of Teaching Children I don’t know that there is another job that has as many challenges, with as few rewards. Kids ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Call To Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

Knowing the end of his life is near, Jesus needs to remake His disciples’ understanding of what their responsibilities are as they await His return. And so Jesus tells them a story that had a familiar ring: The Good Samaritan

The Call to Faithfulness Luke 19:11-27 In Luke 19, it is late winter and Jesus is on His way to Jerusalem for His last Passover and the last week of His earthly life. He has just arrived in Jericho, the lowest city on the face of the earth which is 1000 feet below sea level. That makes Jericho ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Methodist

When The Brook Dries Up

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 21, 2003

We’ve all been in a place where the "brook" dried up and God moved us on to another place. There are many lessons to be learned beside the brook.

A. INTRODUCTION “And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, ‘As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word.’ And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying, ‘Get thee hence, and turn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9, 1 Kings 17:24

Denomination: Baptist

When The Brook Runs Dry

Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Aug 11, 2004

This sermon uses Elijah’s experiences at the Brook Cherith to encourage believers who have run into dry spiritual times

“When the Brook Runs Dry” by Matthew Everhard. 1 Kings 17: 1-16; Originally preached at Hudson Presbyterian Church on June 20th, 2004. Words: 2293 My message this morning is for those whose brook has run dry. If you’ve ever experienced lasting defeat; If you’ve ever had all that you’ve come to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When The Rules Seem Backward Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Feb 10, 2006

The rules of Kingdom living are different from the rules of worldly living.

Stories Jesus Told: When the Rules Seem Backward Matthew 20:1-16 (This sermon works best if you have video capability and can show a brief clip from The Andy Griffith Show episode entitled “The Big House.” This clip is of Barney sharing the rules of the jail with new prisoners who have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

When Things Seem Wrong

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Jan 22, 2008

What is a Christian to do when God seems to be breaking all the rules? Do we have a real enough relationship with Him to follow Him through every circumstance?

When Things Seem Wrong Acts Chapter 8 We will continue our study today in the Book of Acts looking at the early church and the lives of some incredible followers of Christ, even WHEN THINGS SEEM WRONG! Over the last two weeks we have been looking at the ordaining of deacons and the reproduction ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Adventure: "Saddle Up Your Horses" Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 12, 2006

When called to go, Abraham obeyed and went. As God calls us into his glorious kingdom, he invites us to a life full of challenge, surprise and adventure!

I have to be honest with you… when I was a kid I had a really wrong-headed idea of what the Christian faith was all about. I thought that being a Christian meant giving up a life of fun & excitement in order to come, sit on a pew and be a good boy. • I’m not sure where that notion came from… maybe ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gideon: The Introvert Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 29, 2024

Little is much when God is in it.

A. THE FOURTH CYCLE OF OPPRESSION 1. Who persecuted Israel? Midianites. “The children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord . . . and He delivered them into the hand of Midian for seven years” (Judges 6:1). 2. Step-cousins. The Midianites were Ishmaelites. Both came from Abraham. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Of Christianity

Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001

This sermon is about being called to be a Christian. It is for the one who has never heard the call, and for the one who has heard it but never accepted it.

Introduction: 1. This is the age of technology. 2. Early this year I bought one of the best computers at its price on the market. 3. Now for the same price you can get one that runs faster, has more memory, and will take your dog for a walk while you watch a ball game. (Not really, but maybe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Somebody Call 911

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

CALL 911, WE ARE BEING ROBBED OF GOD’S BLESSINGS

SOMEBODY CALL 911! JAMES 1:23-25 INTRO: WHAT WILL YOU BE LIKE AS A CHRISTIAN IN 10 YEARS? A). SOME OF YOU WILL BE WALKING AND SERVING JESUS. B). FOR OTHERS THERE WILL BE A TRAGEDY, NOT PHYSICAL, BUT SPIRITUALLY. C). BECAUSE IN 10 YEARS SOME WILL HAVE LOST ...read more

Scripture: James 1:23-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Sustaining Grace

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 4, 2017

This sermon looks at God's grace and how it sustains us through times of temptations, tiredness, and troubles.

God’s Sustaining Grace It seems that many people are going through so much. It’s really unbelievable. It ranges from those with a wide variety of illnesses to those whose stress levels have reached so high they’re one tick away from a heart attack. And let’s not forget about those whose emotions ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-9

Denomination: Foursquare

When Heaven Became Silent

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000

The times that Heaven was disturbed and will be disturbed that will cause silence there

REV.8:1 "WHEN HEAVEN BECAME SILENT" * Heaven is a place of rejoicing! * There are angels that are praising God. * All the saints of old are there marching around the throne saying, "Glory to God and honor to the Lamb that was slain, Hallelujah, Amen!" * Heaven is not a quiet place! * But our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1

Denomination: Baptist