Sermons on Consequential Sufferings:

Persecution

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Today is the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.

1. Today is the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. And for many of us this is something we may find hard to relate to. For we live in a land of freedom - free to worship God and free to live out our faith -at least for now. Like me, most of us have never experienced violence in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Of Burdens

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 21, 2005

A sermon for the 6th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 8 A sermon about Jesus caring for us

 6th Sun after Pentecost A Proper 8 Matthew 10:40-42 "A Life of Burdens"    38* and he who does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. 39* He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for my sake will find it. 40* "He who receives you receives me, and he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am The Way Series

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 13, 2008

A two part lesson on just how Jesus is the way, truth, and life guiding us to heaven.

I AM THE WAY Text: John 14:6 INTRODUCTION 1. "Do not let your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who God Is Not

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 28, 2007

The Book of Hebrews gives us insight into the identity of God, but also it reveals what God is not. It’s important to know what God is not.

Sermon for CATM: “Jesus, the Answer to Who God is Not!” – October 28, 2007 Last week Maryellen talked about what the Book of Hebrews reveals about Jesus Christ. That God is trustworthy, that God is serious, and that God is faithful. Today we’re looking at the opposite in a sense: Jesus also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Supreme Purpose Of Life Or What To Do With Your Life Series

Contributed by John Allen on Sep 9, 2023

The supreme purpose of life is knowing Jesus.

[Statements in brackets are for the preacher not the preaching. They are notes that reflect ideas based on the homiletics recommended in "Preach with No Pants" (https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/preach-with-no-pants-john-allen-sermon-on-inductive-250167) which proposes an ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

"Christ's Example Can Empower All Of Us To Endure Injustice.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 18, 2002

April 21, 2002 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:19-25 Title: “Christ’s example can empower all of us to endure injustice.”

April 21, 2002 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:19-25 Title: “Christ’s example can empower all of us to endure injustice.” Although the author is speaking specifically to Christian slaves in this section, what he says applies to all Christians. More correctly, what applies to all Christians, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The Courtroom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

Satan is no amateur accuser. He knows that if you can bring the best man to a fall, you don't have to worry about lesser men. Satan goes right to the top. God is so proud of Job that he flaunts him before Satan.

The FBI has some amazing ways of bringing criminals to justice. One of these ways is by means of the Petrographic Unit of their famed laboratory in Washington, D. C. This unit is devoted to the analysis and identification of different kinds of soil. They know what soil is from a South Dakota ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

A Gift Worth Understanding Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Nov 6, 2001

The last of a four part series with emphasis on the humanity of Christ.

A GIFT WORTH UNDERSTANDING John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: In Hebrews, chapter 2, the writer does a better job than any other New Testament writer in helping us to understand why God became flesh, born Jesus in Bethlehem for which we celebrate Christmas. For 28 performances during the Living ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Life Happens Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009

James is encouraging his readers to pray. In fact, James’ concluding remarks consistently take the reader back to the need to pray. The first thing we should do is frequently the last thing done.

JAMES 5:13, 14 LIFE HAPPENS “Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.” James is drawing his brief, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Man's View Of Calvary Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Apr 13, 2011

A sermon examining how Calvary is redemptive in real life...Jesus' view of Calvary.

A Hill With A View A Good Man’s View of Calvary (Luke 23:24, Matt 27:46, Luke 23:46) Introduction: It’s appropriate in the weeks leading up to Easter that we devote extra attention to the story of Calvary. The preaching of the cross is central to Christianity...there can be no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Apostolic

Why? (Theodicy)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This is a sermon that focuses on that big question "Why?" Why do bad things happen to good people?

“WHY?” A young man, barely in his 20’s… lies dying of cancer with only a few months to live. He is a good man, never did anything bad in his life. He goes to church, and is even a member of the Deacons and … well… he WAS very dedicated about visiting the sick and shut-ins. Everybody loves him, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Darkness Prays Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 27, 2025

Psalm 88 reveals faithful lament in unrelenting darkness, showing God’s presence in despair and Christ’s promise to carry us toward the dawn.

INTRODUCTION — THE NIGHT THAT NEVER BREAKS Some Psalms begin with lament and end with praise. Some start in the valley and finish on the mountaintop. Some move from tears to trust, from sorrow to singing, from pain to peace. Psalm 88 is not one of those Psalms. It is the only Psalm in the entire ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 42:3, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 27:45-46

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Almost Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the cost of discipleship, encouraging believers to prepare for persecution, persevere through pain, and hold onto the promise of resurrection.

Good morning, beloved members of our church family. It's always a joy to gather together, to celebrate our shared faith and to encourage one another in our walk with the Lord. Today, we find ourselves standing on a precipice of understanding, ready to plunge into the depths of the Word and to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Topics: Preparation

How Jesus Used Healing In His Ministry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 4, 2005

Never a sickness that He cannot heal. Never a sorrow that He cannot cheer. Never a problem that He cannot resolve Never a worry cause He still on the throne.

How Jesus Used Healing in His Ministry John 9:1-9:38 Many people fail to understand God’s greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag the Lord into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

And Pharoh Came Near

Contributed by T Batterson on Jun 13, 2005

When your back is against the wall and there is no where to turn - God has a plan!

“For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.” 1 Corinthians 1:5 “And Pharaoh came near. And the sons of Israel lifted their eyes, and behold, the Egyptians were marching after them! And they feared greatly; and the sons of Israel cried to Jehovah. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational