Sermons on Comfort In Sickness:

I Hate Death

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 2, 2021

An intimate look at sickness, disease, dying, death, and the promises of God

I hate death beyond words to describe. It fosters fear, sadness, hopelessness, loneliness, grief, and suffering. It's brutal. It's ugly. It smells. It hurts. It tears at the heart like a ravenous beast. It has no regrets and no mercy. It's a thief who robs you of those you love with no ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19, 2 Timothy 1:9-11, Jeremiah 29:11-12, 1 Corinthians 15:51-57, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Raises A Dead Girl & Heals A Sick Woman Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 22, 2006

Jesus is the healer, and he can heal even impossible cases. We must also pray for healing

Apprenticing Under the Master January 15, 2006 Mark 5:21-43 Jesus Raises a Dead Girl & Heals a Sick Woman It’s been a long time since we’ve been in Mark, but if you don’t mind, I plan to return to Mark periodically. We still have much to learn from Jesus in Mark as we “Apprentice Under the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: *other

Some Times Even I Make Me Sick

Contributed by Michael Treston on May 8, 2002

Sin, its reality, and my dog Fido

CHANGES For those of you who are over the age of 15 you have probably seen a lot of changes. Attitudes have changed, language has changed The meaning of language has changed One that particularly has hit me is the meaning of the word sin. Now AI am not old but it has changed so much Once upon a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Israel: Sick But Healed - Dead But Alive (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 31, 2013

Peter performed two miracles, both of which are striking illustrations of the nation that Peter was ministering to – Israel. These miracles sent a message to Israel and many did in fact believe in response to these miracles.

Israel – Sick, but Healed, Dead, but Alive Acts 9:32-43 Introduction: 1. In this chapter we have the glorious salvation of Saul of Tarsus who would become the apostle Paul. This man will end up being the central figure in the book of Acts. • To him would be revealed the dispensation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Bible Church

Paul's Thorny Trial - Was It Sickness Or?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 16, 2021

The issue of the Apostle Paul's thorn-in-the-flesh has been hotly debated for centuries.

"And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure" (2 Cor 12:7 NKJV) Some have held that this "thorn" was an eye disease that God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 11:23-27, James 4:10, Acts 19:11-12, 2 Corinthians 12:8, 2 Timothy 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Knows My Name Series

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 5, 2019

It's an amazing thing! God knows my Name.

There's a song by Tasha Cobbs entitled; "He knows My Name". *Sis. Kimberly Brown sings that song with immeasurable passion; as though she gave birth to the song.* Watch out, Tasha Cobbs!* Lol GOD Knows (MY) Name What a comforting thought! Out of all the people in world; God knows ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-10, Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Baptist

Charlene's Funeral

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 3, 2019

FUNERAL SERVICE FOR A YOUNG CHRISTIAN WOMAN

Charlene (FUNERAL) Opening Text: John 11:25-26 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me will have life even if they die. 26 And everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. ” Matt 11:28 28 “Come to me, all of you who are tired and have heavy ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Words Of Comfort From Our Lord Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Mar 12, 2001

GOD IS NOT SILENT WHEN WE LOSE A LOVED ONE... THERE IS INDEED A WORD FROM THE LORD.

INTRO: 1. WHEN WE LOSE A LOVED ONE, WE OFTEN HAVE QUESTIONS FOR GOD. 2. SOME HAVE SAID "DOES GOD HAVE ANYTHING TO SAY TO ME AT THIS MOMENT??" 3. KING ZEDEKIAH ASKED JEREMIAH THE PROPHET THE SAME QUESTION: IS THERE ANY WORD FROM THE LORD??, 4. I AM THANKFUL TO BE ABLE TO ANSWER TODAY AS ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 37:17, Jeremiah 37:17-37

Denomination: Baptist

Trials Prove The Sufficiency Of God's Comfort

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Comfort is Sufficient Because it is From God (:3-4a) a.

1. The Comfort is Sufficient Because it is From God (:3-4a) a. Father of Mercies b. God of all Comfort 2. God's Comfort is Fully Known Through Trials (:4a-7) a. Meaning of Trials b. Purpose of God's Comfort c. Certainty of Trials d. Confidence of God's Comfort 3. Personal Testimony (:8-11) a. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Call From Outside The Comfort Zone Series

Contributed by Tim George on Oct 21, 2001

Numbers 13 – 14 tells the story of a people called Israel. They had come to a comfortable place at Kadesh Barnea. God had given them everything they needed but now He was getting ready to call them out of their comfort zone.

“But the men that went up with him said, We be not able to go up against the people; for they are stronger than we. And they brought up an evil report of the land which they had searched unto the children of Israel, saying, The land, through which we have gone to search it, is a land that eateth ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 26, 2001

This Sermon Challenges both the Believer and Seeker to evaluate their life. To look and see if there are things that are keeping them from truly living for God. It strives to get them to cast of some of their comforts and place their faith in the purpose and will of God.

Text: Philippians 4:11-13 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Hiding In Comfort Or Fighting The Battle?

Contributed by James May on Nov 3, 2002

Jonathan and Saul are great examples for those who will rise up and do battle for God against the enemy or hide under the shade in comfort.

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: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Third Person Of The Trinity, The Comforter, The Helper

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 15, 2003

How the Holy Spirit owrks in the world today

The third person of the Trinity, the comforter, the Helper John 16:7-14 {7}However, I am telling you the truth: It’s good for you that I’m going away. If I don’t go away, the helper won’t come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. [8] He will come to convict the world of sin, to show ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Resurrection Brings Comfort, Peace And Hope

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Mar 20, 2003

If Jesus is NOT the way, the Truth and the Life we are worse off then those who are enjoying the "good life."

After winning the Masters for his second consecutive year in 2002. A reporter asked Tiger Woods, “What would you say to Bobby Jones if you saw him right now?” (Bobby Jones helped to design the Augusta National Golf Club and passed away in 1971). Woods responded with something like this, “I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-17, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stepping Out Of Your Comfort Zone Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 25, 2004

Peter discovers that God has more in mind than just the people of Israel as he’s taken outside his comfort zone to share the gospel with Cornelius

It’s a weird story isn’t it? Peter’s up on the roof of Simon the Tanner’s house in the middle of the day praying and he starts to feel hungry. So he asks the cook to prepare some lunch and while he’s waiting he falls into a trance. Perhaps the heat of the day has got to him. Perhaps he starts to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Anglican