Sermons on Coping With Pain:

Multi Ethnic Bereavement

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 30, 2017

I wrote this for a counseling class. It contains three parts: 1) Bereavement in religion 2) Bereavement in ethnic groups 3) Applications for pastoral and clinical counselors.

To be used of the Lord to help those grieving is both satisfying and humbling. My personal prayer is that more mourners will be drawn to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Christ is the only thing that can bring true and lasting comfort. Jesus said, “Blessed are those that mourn, for they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dry Bones Can Live

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 12, 2005

God works with us in the impossibilities of life turning them into possibilities.

Dry Bones Can Live Ezekiel 37: 1 – 14 We hear questions like these nearly everyday. “Will it ever stop raining? Will I ever get over this cold? I wonder when __________________.” You fill in the blank. These rhetorical questions are frequently asked by people who don’t expect an answer. When ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Moral Issues: Suicide Series

Contributed by Rob Harbison on May 10, 2001

Your life is sacred. It is special. It is a gift of God. Give it a chance.

INTRO: We don’t deal openly with some social problems. We think they will go away if we ignore them. They don’t go away. Suicide is one such problem. We don’t talk about it often. It is shocking. It leaves us speechless. It leaves us helpless and we don’t have the slightest idea how to deal with ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:11-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is The Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Even in times of loss, we can find hope, comfort, and redemption in God's grace and mercy, which He freely gives not because of our deeds, but because of His love for us.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive deep into God's word and explore a topic that we've all experienced at some point: loss. But this isn't a message of despair, oh no, it's a message of hope, redemption, and the comforting presence of our God in our darkest hours. We'll be drawing ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:18, Ephesians 2:8-9

Topics: God's Grace, Lost Sheep

Quote The Verse Which Declares Only Jesus Can Give Us Salvation Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 28, 2016

This is an declaration meant to inform the listener that if salvation is desired, then there is only one path and that is through Jesus Christ.

The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series Quote the verse which declares only Jesus can give us salvation. Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved. (Acts 4:12) Purpose: This is an declaration meant to inform the listener ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

...peace Series

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Sep 11, 2007

A sermon about "peace" being one part of the Fruit of the Spirit [our Christian character].

My beautiful wife has become hooked on the cable television show Shalom in the Home. It is what I call a Jewish version of the Dr. Phil Show. The difference is that Dr. Phil’s program is more of a talk show format where Rabbi Shmuley uses a hand’s on approach and gets his hands dirty by being ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: *other

This Is Manna

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Jul 20, 2003

This sermon is about God providing for us during the trials of our lives.

Title: What is it? This is Manna! by Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church I. Often there are times in our lives when we ask the question: What is it? What’s going on? How come I can’t get a breakthrough or why is it that I’m living from hand to mouth, cant’ never get ahead, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith It Out 'til You Figure It Out!

Contributed by Daniel Harman on Mar 28, 2008

Holding on to your faith in God in the face of Disappointments, Discouragement & Difficulties

Title (reaffirm / remind congregation through out) : FAITH IT OUT ’TIL YOU FIGURE IT OUT! Theme: Holding on to your faith in God in the face of Disappointments, Discouragement & Difficulties (adversities) We all get times of difficulties, discouragement & disappointments – maybe you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Feels Bleak Press 4, 6, 3

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 24, 2007

God shows up in the chaos of life.

Title: When Life Feels Bleak Press 4, 6, 3 Text: I Kings 19:1-15 Thesis: God shows up “in” the chaos. The message on the answering machine at a mental health clinic says, “Hello, and welcome to the mental health hotline. • If you are obsessive-compulsive, press 1 repeatedly. • If you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tragedy: No Excuse For Sin

Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Sep 16, 2001

With the tragedy that has come upon our nation, we must be careful not to react in a sinful manner.

Intro: This week, the greatest tragedy in American history has befallen our country. Our beautiful America, who before had seemed to be above much the tragedy and devastation, terror and conflict that had stricken much of the rest of the world, has had a terrible blow struck. The scenes of war ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Job's Friends

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 29, 2009

Rather than show sensitivity to Job’s affliction, his friends critique him...and were dead wrong. Let’s be careful when we appraise people. And let’s be cordial when we disagree.

I recall a fight I had in seminary. I was arguing with another student over some theological matter, when he got mad and slugged me. Before I knew what was happening, I left the room, but not under my own power. A student walking by saw what was going on, grabbed me, and whisked me out before ...read more

Scripture: Job 15:1-9, Job 19:14-19

Denomination: Congregational

God The Comforter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

God's unchanging love provides us with comfort in all our afflictions, and empowers us to extend that comfort to others in their times of need.

Good morning, family! Today we're gonna dive deep into the comforting embrace of the Lord, especially during those difficult times we all face. There's a great quote from Timothy Keller that says, "The only love that won't disappoint you is one that can't change, that can't be lost, that is not ...read more

Topics: Lord

Paul's Thorn- Power In Weakness Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 8, 2005

What was Paul’s thorn in the flesh, and what can we learn from it?

Paul’s thorn- power in weakness. 2 Cor 11:30-12:10 WBC 10 July 5am How many people do you know who, when they are challenged as to their credentials, as to whether "God is with them" respond - "actually, I’m an utter coward. I’ve had to cry off with my tail between my legs. (… ’take time out’… ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Broken Heart

Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 29, 2003

Jeremiah the Prophet is a man with a big heart

A BROKEN HEART JEREMIAH 8:18-9:1 SEPTEMBER 28, 2003 INTRODUCTION: In his retirement, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia. Because Jefferson trusted that students would take their studies seriously, the code of discipline was lax. Unfortunately, his trust proved misplaced when the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Devastating Impact Of Domestic Abuse On Family . Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 5, 2024

Domestic abuse and regret can weigh heavily on a home, stifling its potential for joy and harmony.

Today, let me address a painful reality that affects far too many families. Domestic abuse and regret can weigh heavily on a home, stifling its potential for joy and harmony. But I come to you with a message of hope: God sees, God hears, and God heals. Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Psalm 11:5, Colossians 3:19